

AAI: A View from Northern Europe, with former DDIS senior officer Jacob Kaarsbo
Feb 4, 2025
Jacob Kaarsbo, a former senior officer of the Danish Defense Intelligence Service, shares his expertise on European security and geopolitical dynamics. He discusses Greenland's strategic significance amid international rivalries and critiques U.S. foreign policy narratives. Kaarsbo highlights Europe's dependency on American defense support while emphasizing the need for a robust European response to threats like Russia. Their candid conversation balances serious topics with personal anecdotes, reflecting on military encounters and passions for sports.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Navigating Intelligence and Conflict in the Middle East
02:08 • 9min
The Geopolitical Chessboard: Greenland's Role
10:40 • 8min
Geopolitical Perspectives: Analyzing US-EU Relations
19:07 • 6min
Shifting Dynamics in U.S.-NATO Relations and Ukraine
25:01 • 17min
Military Engagements and Personal Passions
42:25 • 4min