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300. Why Ukraine invaded Russia, the Musk-Trump love-in, and Rory’s visit to Afghanistan

The Rest Is Politics

CHAPTER

Confronting Controversy: Diplomacy and Arrogance

This chapter explores the challenges of interviewing a contentious guest who refuses to acknowledge past mistakes, particularly on significant social issues like gay marriage. It delves into NATO's complicated history during its Kosovo intervention in 1999, including the accidental bombing of the Chinese embassy and its repercussions on China-Serbia relations. Personal diary entries offer insight into the tense diplomatic atmosphere and the evolving geopolitical dynamics shaped by these historical events.

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