Fareed Zakaria GPS Major escalations in the war in Ukraine
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Nov 25, 2024 The podcast dives into the critical escalations in the Ukraine war and the anticipated peace prospects according to former Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba. It also explores Larry Summers' warnings about potential inflation under a new Trump administration. Marine biologist Ayana Elizabeth Johnson discusses local environmental initiatives amid federal cutbacks. Finally, Eric Schmidt shares insights from his new book on the complexities and future of artificial intelligence, highlighting its risks and transformative potential.
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Republican Contradictions
- The Republican party has long promised to reduce the size and scope of the federal government, but has rarely delivered.
- A new initiative may force them to confront this challenge and reveal what America truly wants.
Escalation in Ukraine
- President Biden authorized Kyiv to use American long-range weapons inside Russia after pleas from President Zelenskyy.
- Russia responded by escalating air attacks and loosening its nuclear weapons policy.
Ukraine's Resolve
- Dmytro Kuleba believes Putin's strikes won't break Ukraine, but acknowledges they cause terror and internal pressure.
- He emphasizes that the key to peace lies in Moscow, not Kyiv, and Ukraine won't accept concessions at its expense.
