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Foreign Policy Live
Looking Back at 2023
Dec 29, 2023
Political scientist and columnist Stephen M. Walt reflects on the year 2023, discussing the impact of wars, U.S.-China competition, and the rise of artificial intelligence. They also analyze mistakes made by the West in Ukraine and the strains on the global order. The podcast concludes with a sneak peek into the upcoming episode, focusing on the significance of elections worldwide in 2024.
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- Ukraine faced difficulties in 2023 and failed to achieve its larger objectives, highlighting the bleak situation for the country.
- The surprise actions of Hamas in the Middle East in 2023 exposed the limitations of US foreign policy and potentially impacted Israel's global image.
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Ukraine's Struggles in 2023
In this podcast episode, Stephen Walt discusses the difficulties that Ukraine faced in 2023. Despite some initial tactical gains and a relatively mild winter, Ukraine ultimately lost the battle for back mood and failed to achieve its larger objectives. With diminishing external support and signs of internal dissension, the situation for Ukraine is increasingly bleak.
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