Consider This from NPR More forever wars?
Sep 23, 2024
Recent ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas are proving elusive, with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken making numerous visits to the region. Meanwhile, the prolonged Russia-Ukraine war presents a critical challenge, with NATO backing Ukraine's efforts. The podcast explores the complex motivations behind these enduring conflicts and why resolutions seem distant. With two major wars potentially awaiting the next U.S. president, the stakes for international stability have never been higher.
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Saplyenko's Experience
- Ukrainian war correspondent Andrei Saplyenko predicted a long conflict in 2014.
- He's experienced the war's harsh realities, enduring detention, injury, and uncertainty about the future.
Deep-Rooted Conflicts
- Both the Russia-Ukraine war and the Israel-Hamas conflict stem from deep-rooted historical disputes.
- The question isn't just when the fighting will end but whether these conflicts will ever truly resolve.
High Stakes
- Gideon Rose highlights the high stakes involved in both wars, with each side fighting for survival.
- Russia aims to conquer Ukraine, while Ukraine fights for its existence; Israel seeks to quell attacks from Gaza, and Palestinians strive to avoid subjugation.
