Putin’s diplomatic bridge-building and Carlson’s candid interview

By Staff Reporter

When Tucker Carlson, American conservative pundit and popular cable television talk show host, announced his intention to interview Russian President Vladimir Putin a few weeks ago, he sparked considerable controversy within the press and media circles.

Many voiced concerns that such an interview would afford the Kremlin leader an unchallenged platform to present his views on the ongoing crisis between the Russian Federation and the West. Despite these objections, the interview proceeded as planned and was subsequently made available on YouTube. In more than two-hour conversation, Putin delved into Russia’s narrative and addressed various global conflicts.