

Prof. John Mearsheimer on Looming War in the Middle East, U.S. Vows to Intervene for Israel, Ukraine, and More
Aug 8, 2024
John Mearsheimer, an influential political scientist renowned for his insights on international relations, dives into the escalating tensions in the Middle East, particularly the risks of a war between Israel and Iran. He discusses the complexities of U.S. military support for Israel and its implications for global stability. The conversation also touches on the dangerous dynamics between Iran and Israel, the challenges Ukraine faces amid its war with Russia, and the intricate balance of U.S.-Israel foreign policy, revealing the troubling normalization of violence.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Escalation of Conflict: U.S. Involvement in the Middle East and Ukraine
02:01 • 4min
Urgent Geopolitical Concerns: From China to the Middle East
05:56 • 1min
Escalating Tensions: Iran and Israel's Dangerous Dance
07:09 • 24min
The Complexities of US-Israel Foreign Policy
31:31 • 22min
War Dynamics: The Russia-Ukraine Conflict
53:22 • 7min
Reflecting on Insightful Discussions and Community Engagement
01:00:42 • 2min