Judging Freedom Prof. Jeffrey Sachs: Can Riyadh Bring Peace?
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Feb 19, 2025 Professor Jeffrey Sachs, an expert in sustainable development and international affairs, dives into the potential for peace in conflict zones like Ukraine and the Middle East. He discusses the fragility of ceasefires amid a shifting geopolitical landscape, emphasizing the role of U.S. foreign policy influenced by lobbying and historical ties to Israel. The necessity for Europe to establish an independent foreign policy in response to growing global dynamics is also highlighted, underscoring the complexity of current diplomatic efforts.
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Potential for Peace
- Prof. Jeffrey Sachs believes the end of the Ukraine war is near due to U.S. policy shifts.
- He suggests this could also lead to peace in the Middle East, citing Trump's prior ceasefire efforts.
U.S. Influence
- Sachs argues that the U.S. holds significant power in ending conflicts like the Ukraine war and the Gaza war.
- He believes that if the U.S. decides the war is over, it will be, regardless of local actors' intentions.
Israeli Lobby's Influence
- Sachs states that the U.S. has consistently backed Netanyahu's wars, preventing a Palestinian state.
- He questions whether Trump is independent enough from the Israeli lobby to pursue U.S. national interests.