In a move that sent shockwaves through the media world, Fox News’ top critic of U.S. support for Ukraine, Tucker Carlson, was recently fired from the network. What is known, however, is that media mogul Rupert Murdoch reportedly held a call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in March, just weeks before Carlson’s firing. Zelensky also recently held a call with Murdoch’s son and heir apparent, Fox Corp. CEO Lachlan Murdoch. Carlson’s firing immediately relieved pressure on key Capitol Hill Ukraine supporters, whom he had criticized on air and sometimes pressed behind the scenes to change their positions on the war. The truth behind Carlson’s firing may never be fully known, but the move is likely to have significant implications for U.S. support for Ukraine and the ongoing conflict with Russia.

Source: Hindustan Times May 02, 2023 08:46 UTC