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#401 – John Mearsheimer: Israel-Palestine, Russia-Ukraine, China, NATO, and WW3

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The Essence of Power in International Politics

This chapter explores the concept of power as the fundamental currency in international relations, drawing insights from a well-known book. It discusses how states strive for power to ensure their survival, with a focus on the significance of population size and wealth in determining a state's strength.

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