Tucker Carlson to interview Putin in Moscow
OAN’s Brooke Mallory
1:55 PM – Tuesday, February 6, 2024
Tucker Carlson, the popular former Fox News host, announced on Tuesday that he would be speaking with Russian President Vladimir Putin in an interview.
He will be the first journalist from the West to do so since almost two years ago, when Moscow began its invasion of Ukraine.
Carlson said on social media that he will speak with Putin “because it’s our job. We’re in journalism. Our duty is to inform people.”
“Western governments will certainly do their best to censor this video… Because that’s what they do,” Carlson says in the video.
Carlson had been seen traveling in Moscow, Russia, and during a conversation with a Russian reporter from state channel Izvestia, he hinted at the possibility of an interview with Putin, stating, “We’ll see.”
“I wanted to talk to people and look around,” he said to a Russian reporter.
The Russian Telegram channel Mash also released a picture of him at the renowned Bolshoi Theater, where he was seeing the ballet “Spartacus.” The broadcaster reported that Carlson has been in Russia since February 1st and that this was his first visit to the country.
Nevertheless, Dmitry Peskov, a press spokesman for the Kremlin, declined to comment on rumors that Carlson would be speaking with Putin.
“Many foreign journalists come to Russia every day, many continue to work here, and we welcome this,” Peskov told the press on Monday. “We have nothing to announce in terms of the president’s interviews to foreign media.”
However, since the start of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, two American journalists have been detained by Moscow for their reporting from within the country: Alsu Kurmasheva, an editor for Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, and Evan Gershkovich, a reporter for the Wall Street Journal who is also a dual citizen of Russia.
“Their [Western media] media outlets are corrupt. They lie to their readers and viewers, and they do that mostly by omission,” said Carlson, referencing his belief that Western outlets on both sides mislead citizens about the Russia-Ukraine war.
In September, Carlson also told the Swiss magazine Die Weltwoche that he would be interested in speaking with Putin.
“I tried to interview Vladimir Putin, but the U.S. government stopped me,” said Carlson. “Think about that for a minute.”
“Well, you’re not allowed to hear Putin’s voice, ‘cuz why?” Carlson continued.
Additionally, Russian political scientist Sergey Mikheyev commented on the news of the upcoming interview.
“If Tucker dares to broadcast this interview in the United States, first and foremost, this will blow up their informational blockade from within.”
Mikheyev went on to assert that both the Republican and Democrat elites are “uninteresting and stupid,” and he confidently maintained that Putin’s interview will be more fascinating than anything discussed by American politicians.
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What makes Tucker Carlson’s upcoming interview with Russian President Vladimir Putin significant for Western media?
Title: Tucker Carlson Announces Interview with Russian President Vladimir Putin, Breaking Western Media Barriers
Introduction
In a significant announcement, popular former Fox News host Tucker Carlson stated on Tuesday that he would be engaging in an interview with Russian President Vladimir Putin. This interview is particularly noteworthy as it marks the first time a Western journalist has had the opportunity to speak directly with Putin since Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine almost two years ago. Carlson believes it is his journalistic duty to inform people and provide them with an unbiased perspective, even if it goes against prevailing narratives.
The Importance of the Interview
Speaking on social media, Carlson emphasized the significance of this interview. Western governments might attempt to censor it, he asserted, as they often do to manipulate public perception. However, in the spirit of journalistic integrity, he remains committed to his duty to inform the public, regardless of potential backlash.
Carlson’s Presence in Russia
Carlson was recently seen in Moscow, Russia. During a conversation with a Russian reporter from state channel Izvestia, he hinted at the possibility of an interview with Putin, stating, “We’ll see.” The Russian Telegram channel Mash also released a picture of him at the renowned Bolshoi Theater, further confirming his presence in the country since February 1st. This visit is significant, as it marks Carlson’s first time in Russia.
Kremlin’s Response
When questioned about the rumors of Carlson’s interview with Putin, Dmitry Peskov, a press spokesman for the Kremlin, refrained from commenting. Peskov acknowledged the regular influx of foreign journalists in Russia and expressed the Kremlin’s welcome towards their work, but he provided no information regarding the President’s interviews with foreign media.
Two American Journalists Detained in Russia
Since the beginning of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, two American journalists have been detained by Moscow for their reporting within the country. Alsu Kurmasheva, an editor for Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, and Evan Gershkovich, a reporter for the Wall Street Journal who holds dual Russian citizenship, were both apprehended for their journalistic activities. These incidents shed light on the challenges faced by Western journalists covering sensitive issues in Russia.
Critical Perspectives
Carlson’s belief that Western media outlets mislead citizens by omitting vital information about the Russia-Ukraine war has triggered diverse reactions. The interview with Putin could potentially break the media blockade from within, according to Russian political scientist Sergey Mikheyev. His assertion that Putin’s interview will be more captivating than any discussion held by American politicians reflects a perception among some that Western political elites lack substance.
Conclusion
Tucker Carlson’s upcoming interview with Russian President Vladimir Putin is a significant event in the realm of journalism. As the first Western journalist since the Russia-Ukraine conflict to directly engage with the Russian President, Carlson’s determination to bring unfiltered information to the public speaks volumes about his commitment to journalistic integrity. This interview might challenge prevailing narratives and provide a fresh perspective on international matters, ultimately benefiting the public’s understanding of global events.
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