Bill O'Reilly: Zelensky misplayed key meeting with Trump who holds all the cards

Bill O'Reilly: Zelensky misplayed key meeting with Trump who holds all the cards | 02-28-25

Summary

• Zelensky's Mistakes and U.S. Support for Ukraine (0:00)

◦ Bill O'Reilly expresses mixed feelings about Ukraine, expressing sympathy for Ukraine as a victim of Putin but criticizing Zelensky for his lack of bargaining power and poor handling of the meeting with Trump and JD Vance.

◦ Bill O'Reilly highlights the significant financial support the U.S. has provided to Ukraine, noting that Trump does not feel it is well-spent and that Ukraine cannot defeat Russia on the battlefield.

◦ Bill O'Reilly criticizes Zelensky for going on the defensive and lecturing Trump and Vance in front of the worldwide press, emphasizing the need for humility and gratitude.

◦ Speaker agrees with Speaker 1, suggesting Zelensky should have simply thanked the U.S. for its support.

• Zelensky's Political Future and Potential Apology (3:26)

◦  Bill O'Reilly and Speaker 3 discuss the dire political situation for Zelensky, with Lindsey Graham calling for his resignation and concerns about his safety within Ukraine.

◦ Bill O'Reilly expresses hope that Zelensky will apologize on Fox News, suggesting it could be a turning point for him.

◦ Speaker mentions that Zelensky's appearance on Fox News has not been canceled, leaving open the possibility of an apology.

◦ Speaker compares Zelensky's situation to General Custer's, emphasizing the futility of his position against Putin.

• Trump's Negotiation Tactics and Zelensky's Misunderstanding (5:57)

◦ Speaker highlights a powerful moment when Trump reminded Zelensky of the U.S.'s role in his presence and the stakes of the situation.

◦  Bill O'Reilly notes that Zelensky did not understand Trump's control and power, suggesting he should have brought a gift to show gratitude.

◦ Govenor Pateson nominates Bill O'Reilly  for Time Magazine's Man of the Year for his insightful analysis of negotiations.

◦ Bill O'Reilly emphasizes the importance of understanding one's position in negotiations, comparing Zelensky's mistake to his own experience as a chief executive.

• Trump's Geopolitical Strategy and Ukraine's Role (9:10)

◦ Bill O'Reilly explains that Trump's main focus is to keep Putin out of China's orbit, viewing Russia and China as a significant threat to U.S. interests.

◦ Speaker 5 agrees with Bill O'Reilly, noting that Trump's goal is to reintegrate Russia into the G8 to prevent a potential alliance with China.

◦ Bill O'Reilly asserts that Ukraine is an annoyance for Trump, who has no emotional investment in the country but understands its geopolitical importance.

◦ Bill O'Reilly concludes that Biden was right to support Ukraine with $175 million, as it served as a deterrent to Putin, despite Putin's disregard for his own people.

O'Reilly

“I want to tell WABC listeners, each and everyone, you are lucky to be listening to 77 you are lucky, because you are not going to get this kind of analysis anywhere else on the planet. The over arch on this for the President of the United States, the most powerful man in the world, is that he wants above else to get Putin out of China's orbit. Trump sees danger and big danger of Russia and China allying against the interests of the United States. He's going to do everything he can to get Putin out of Beijing's stead. That is what this is all about.”