Brussels Sprouts Russia, Ukraine, and the Global Order with Fiona Hill
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Aug 1, 2025 
Jim and Andrea chat with Fiona Hill, a leading expert on U.S.-Russia relations and Chancellor of Durham University. They delve into the escalating conflict in Ukraine and discuss Trump’s complicated relationship with Putin amid geopolitical shifts. The conversation touches on the risks of U.S. disengagement, the rise of adversarial alliances, and the implications for European security. Hill also highlights the urgency of addressing climate change and governance issues that echo historical crises, raising alarms about the future of global stability.
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Trump's Misreading of Putin
- Trump's perception of Putin drives U.S.-Russia relations more than objective reality.
- Putin tactically manipulates Trump's expectations without genuine respect or change.
Trump's Flip-Flopping Russia Policy
- Trump's stance on Russia shifts based on who influences him at the moment.
- There's skepticism that his declared harder line on Russia reflects lasting policy changes.
US Role Fuels Global Uncertainty
- The U.S. dismantling of the post-WWII global order creates unprecedented uncertainty.
- Europe faces a security dilemma with diminishing clear U.S. support and unpredictable policies.
