Fareed Zakaria GPS Putin is Running Down the Clock for a Peace Deal
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Jul 27, 2025 Vladimir Putin faces a tight deadline for a peace deal while Russian military actions in Ukraine continue unabated. In Syria, a violent power struggle unfolds, exacerbated by Israeli strikes and shifting U.S.-Israel relations. Discussing the race for AI leadership, Bill Gates offers insights on its potential future. Meanwhile, economist David Autor warns of an impending 'China shock' that could outpace the last, urging attention to the technological rivalry looming over global economics.
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Russia's Escalating Hybrid Warfare
- Russia has escalated its military assaults, including extensive missile and drone attacks deep into Ukraine.
- It also conducts shadow operations against NATO, involving cyberattacks and sabotage, expanding the war's scope beyond Ukraine.
Russia's Economic Resilience
- Russia's economy defies expectations by stabilizing through sanctions resilience and illicit trade tactics.
- This economic durability blunts the impact of sanctions, enabling continued military aggression in Ukraine.
Conflicting Views on Post-Assad Syria
- Syria remains devastated, split between a liberated Sunni majority and uneasy minorities post-Assad's fall.
- Israel and the U.S. diverge sharply: Israel reacts unilaterally for security, while the U.S. favors a strong central Syrian government.
