The transcript discusses a public dispute between Utkin and Solovyov, two Russian personalities. Utkin criticizes the government's handling of funds during an epidemic, questioning the necessity of the state if it fails to aid its citizens. Solovyov responds by attacking Utkin's character rather than addressing the substantive issues raised. The debate escalates with personal insults and challenges to a verbal duel, highlighting the tension between public figures during a crisis.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. Utkin recorded a video criticizing the government's response to the epidemic.
2. Solovyov attacked Utkin in response to the video.
3. Utkin has a large following on social media, with a huge number of retweets on one of his tweets.
4. Solovyov fled to Italy to escape Russian "misfortunes".
5. Russia has a national welfare fund with 17.7 trillion rubles accumulated in the federal reserve and regional reserves.
6. Thousands of Russian citizens are stranded abroad, including in Thailand, due to flight cancellations.
7. The Russian government allocated 500 million rubles to pay for hotel accommodations and food for stranded citizens.
8. Solovyov claimed that the government had organized a well-functioning system to help stranded citizens, but this was disputed by others.
9. Utkin challenged Solovyov to a debate, but Solovyov refused, citing Utkin's weight and health issues.
10. Solovyov released two videos responding to Utkin's challenge, but ultimately refused to engage in a debate.