When Gas Becomes a Weapon: Trump's Negotiations, Putin’s Strategic Standoff, and Europe's Energy Crisis

In this episode of Energy News Beat - Conversation in Energy, Stuart Turley and George McMillan dive into the shifting global energy landscape, exploring why Putin has no reason to negotiate with the West, how Russia’s energy strategy is reshaping economies, and why Europe’s industrial decline is fueling a rise in populism. They break down Trump’s “peace through strength” approach, the future of Nord Stream, and the geopolitical power plays influencing global markets. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion that challenges mainstream narratives and reveals the real forces driving international energy politics. Highlights of the Podcast 00:07 – Introduction 01:25 – Global Turmoil in a Short Timeframe 02:51 – Trump’s Position on Ukraine & Russian Negotiations 06:17 – Geopolitical Manipulation of Energy Markets 11:43 – Trump’s Strength-Based Approach to Russia 16:53 – Energy as a Political Weapon 24:06 – Why Putin Has No Reason to Negotiate with the U.S. 29:48 – Western Media & Political Strategy Missteps 33:59 – The Collapse of European Industry & Rise of Populism 38:25 – Potential Rebuilding of Nord Stream by Germany 52:03 – Putin’s Best Strategy: Do Nothing 58:21 – Final Thoughts