Judging Freedom

Prof. John Mearsheimer: A Destructive Foreign Policy

Aug 22, 2024
John Mearsheimer, a critical foreign policy professor, discusses the destructive impact of U.S. military interventions globally. He delves into the failures in Iraq, Afghanistan, and Ukraine, emphasizing the high costs and risks of ongoing involvement. Mearsheimer critiques Netanyahu's policies towards Palestinians, asserting they threaten Israel's security. He also examines Iran's restraint post-assassination and questions the U.S.'s role in the complexities surrounding Ukraine's military actions. The conversation highlights the moral dilemmas of past interventions and their enduring consequences.
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