The Highland Meeting held on November 24, 2024, in Utah, featured a significant discussion led by Chris Herrod regarding the complexities of Ukraine's political landscape and the implications of misinformation surrounding its history and conflicts. The meeting aimed to clarify the truth about Ukraine's situation, particularly in the context of Russian aggression and Western involvement.

Herrod opened the discussion by addressing the broader implications of nuclear weapons in unstable countries, emphasizing the responsibility of the United States in such scenarios. He expressed concerns about the lack of comprehensive cost-benefit analyses during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting how government interventions can lead to unintended consequences, such as a housing crisis exacerbated by illegal immigration.

A key focus of the meeting was the historical context of Ukraine's political upheavals. Herrod recounted the events of the Orange Revolution in 2004, where allegations of election fraud led to significant protests and a subsequent Supreme Court ruling that overturned the election results. He noted that the involvement of external forces, including the CIA, is often debated, but he stressed that the Ukrainian perspective overwhelmingly supports the revolutions against corrupt leadership.

Herrod also discussed the events of late 2013, when then-President Viktor Yanukovych halted talks with the European Union, leading to widespread protests and violence. He argued that the characterization of these events as a coup is a narrative pushed by Russian propaganda, asserting that constitutional procedures were followed in the political transitions.

Throughout the meeting, Herrod emphasized the importance of understanding the facts surrounding Ukraine's struggles and the need to combat misinformation. He concluded by reiterating that the narrative of a coup is misleading and that the Ukrainian people's desire for democratic governance should be recognized and supported.

The meeting underscored the ongoing challenges in accurately portraying the situation in Ukraine and the critical role of informed dialogue in addressing these issues.