

The End of Ambition: A Conversation with Steven Cook
Jun 12, 2024
Author Steven Cook discusses America's past, present, and future in the Middle East with David Rothkopf. They explore US foreign policy failures, challenges in the region, and the need for tailored policies. The conversation delves into the US relationship with the Middle East post-Cold War, key interests like counter-terrorism and climate change, and the Biden administration's struggles in balancing values-driven foreign policy with engaging controversial leaders in the region.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Exploring 'The End of Ambition' and Middle East Challenges
01:35 • 2min
Reevaluating United States' Middle East Policy
03:18 • 2min
Analyzing the Evolving Strategic Interests of the United States in the Middle East
05:31 • 3min
US Retrenchment Strategy and Challenges Faced by the Biden Administration
08:55 • 3min
Challenges and Realism in US Foreign Policy
12:17 • 22min