The Duran Podcast The US Push for Peace & Europe Panics - John Mearsheimer, Alexander Mercouris & Glenn Diesen
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Mar 8, 2025 
In this captivating discussion, John Mearsheimer, a renowned political scientist, joins Alexander Mercouris and Glenn Diesen to dissect the geopolitical turmoil surrounding the Ukraine conflict. They delve into the challenges of European military support amid reduced U.S. backing and the struggle for unity within Europe, highlighting national rivalries. The trio critiques threat inflation in Europe and the disconnect with U.S. interests, while also addressing the impact of propaganda on rational discourse. Finally, they explore the declining trust in political elites and its effects on global democracy.
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European Military Capacity
- Europeans lack the resources to replace American military support in Ukraine.
- Their militaries are weak, and increased spending will take years to yield results.
European Reliance on US
- Europeans realize they cannot support Ukraine without the US, evidenced by their pleas for American involvement.
- Viktor Orbán, Hungarian Prime Minister, openly admitted Russia is winning, even with US support.
European Disunity
- Europe isn't a united entity; individual countries have differing interests regarding Ukraine.
- Primarily Britain and France actively support Ukraine, while others like Poland and Germany hesitate to deploy troops.