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The Peter Zeihan Podcast Series

Is the US Looking for a War? || Ask Peter Zeihan

Jul 26, 2024
Exploring the factors that could lead to US involvement in major conflicts, with a focus on potential conflicts with China and Russia. Discussing the complexities of addressing drug cartels in Mexico and the importance of collaboration with the Mexican government to prevent negative economic impacts on the US.
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Quick takeaways

  • US involvement in conflicts shaped by historical contexts and a need for a reckless provocation.
  • Concerns for US leadership in handling drug cartels in Mexico call for collaborative solutions.

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Factors Leading to US Involvement in Major Conflict

The United States' engagement in major conflicts has been influenced by historical contexts such as supporting global order after World War II and shaping the post-Cold War world. To trigger US involvement in a significant conflict, it would require either a political leader viewing international issues as critical for national identity, which is currently not evident, or a reckless provocation directed towards the US. While China understands the dire consequences of engaging in conflict with the US due to its reliance on sea routes for essential supplies, Russia's potential incompetence could pose a more direct clash, especially concerning US interests like NATO's involvement in Ukraine.

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