The Intelligence from The Economist Action pact: NATO’s Ukraine role
Feb 2, 2022
Sergio Mattarella, the re-elected President of Italy, shares insights on the political implications of his surprising return to office amid a fragmented political landscape. Anton LaGuardia, diplomatic editor at The Economist, discusses NATO's evolving role in addressing the Ukraine crisis, highlighting the alliance's commitment to diplomacy and military readiness in the face of rising tensions with Russia. The conversation weaves together themes of international relations, political dynamics in Italy, and a surprising cultural twist with nuns gaining fame on TikTok.
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Putin's Perspective on Ukraine Tensions
- Russia's President Putin blamed America for escalating tensions over Ukraine.
- He claims the US is using Ukraine as a pawn to contain Russian influence.
NATO's Resurgence
- NATO's involvement in de-escalating Russia-Ukraine tensions signals its renewed importance.
- Europe faces its greatest security challenge since the Cold War.
The Risk of War
- There's a real risk of a Russian invasion of Ukraine, but it could also be a bluff.
- NATO must prepare for both large-scale invasion and smaller operations.