

Christiane Amanpour on Hot Wars, Trade Wars & Potential Wars
41 snips May 12, 2025
Christiane Amanpour, CNN's chief international anchor and co-host of The Ex Files, dives deep into global conflicts—from the escalating violence in Gaza to tensions between India and Pakistan. She sheds light on how Trump's trade wars are reshaping diplomacy. The discussion also touches on evolving journalism amid rising partisanship and the importance of credibility in reporting. Additionally, she explores the complex dynamics of U.S.-China relations, underscoring the pressing need for dialogue to prevent conflict.
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No World Order Emerging
- The current global situation is not a new world order but a "no world order" starting from scratch.
- Trump's policies aim to reshape global rules, causing uncertainty and destabilizing traditional alliances.
Truthful, Not Neutral Journalism
- Journalists must focus on truthful reporting, not false neutrality by giving equal weight to false equivalences.
- Go into the field to report real stories, avoiding mere opinion panels to maintain credibility and trust.
Diplomacy Urgently Needed in Kashmir
- The India-Pakistan conflict needs urgent diplomacy involving the U.S. due to the severe risks tied to two nuclear powers.
- Failure of leadership has prolonged this volatile situation requiring immediate high-level intervention.