Politics Unpacked Starmer's Shuttle Diplomacy
Dec 12, 2025
Former diplomatic editor Michael Bingham and City A.M.'s Alice Denby dive into the urgent diplomacy surrounding Ukraine, analyzing Keir Starmer's efforts for peace. They discuss the implications of Donald Trump's position and the risk of temporary resolutions with Russia. The duo also explores NATO's readiness in the face of cyber threats and U.S. pressure on Europe. From calls to rejoin the customs union to the impact of AI on misinformation, they tackle cultural shifts and the political landscape with sharp insight.
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Europe Lacks Leverage Over Ukraine Deal
- European leaders have little control over any final Ukraine settlement dominated by US and Russian designs.
- Michael Bingham warns Ukraine may have to cede territory and then face a Moscow-friendly government installed by other means.
Peace Could Become A Political Takeover
- Any signed peace is likely temporary because Putin will break it when convenient.
- Michael Bingham expects Russia to replace Zelensky with a compliant leadership and create a client state.
US Decoupling Proposal Is Unrealistic
- The leaked US national security strategy suggests the US might try to decouple from certain EU members.
- Michael Bingham calls that notion a fantasy and rejects American rights to dictate EU membership.
