
Michael McFaul: Trump’s Red Carpet & Putin’s Middle Finger
Impolitic with John Heilemann
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Diplomatic Dilemmas: The U.S.-Russia Summit Analysis
This chapter analyzes the complexities surrounding a recent summit between the U.S. and Russia, probing the motives and implications of the diplomatic encounter. It discusses skepticism regarding U.S. commitments, the performative nature of the meeting, and the unusual deference shown to Putin. Through insights from a foreign policy expert, the chapter highlights the contrasts in diplomatic strategies and the challenges faced in shifting international relations.
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