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Consider This from NPR

How Trump's foreign policy is reshaping the world order

Mar 4, 2025
Richard Haass, former President of the Council on Foreign Relations, dives into the ramifications of Trump's foreign policy shifts. He discusses the urgent 'ReArm Europe' initiative and its $840 billion plan to bolster European defenses. Tensions rise as the U.S. seems to align with Russia, complicating the Ukraine situation. Haass highlights how America's departure from its leadership role diminishes global alliances, making international cooperation more crucial than ever to maintain stability and prevent disorder.
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  • Trump's foreign policy is undermining U.S. alliances and reshaping global dynamics, leading to increased European self-defense initiatives.
  • Russia perceives the U.S.'s pause in military aid to Ukraine as a sign of Western disarray, enhancing its strategic position.

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Putin's Strategic Patience

Vladimir Putin's long tenure as president of Russia has allowed him to adopt a strategy of patience, waiting for moments of weakness in his adversaries. Recent political tensions, including significant disagreements between U.S. leadership and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, have provided Putin with the opportunities he has been looking for. As the U.S. pauses military aid to Ukraine amidst these tensions, the Kremlin perceives this as a moment of disarray among Western allies, strengthening Putin's position. The situation reflects a broader strategic advantage for Russia, as it manages to affect the West's unity without overt aggression.

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