Foreign Policy Live The ‘Ask-Me-Anything’ Episode
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Nov 26, 2025 In a lively Ask-Me-Anything format, the conversation dives into the implications of Trump's absence at the G-20 Summit and the resulting geopolitical shifts. Discussions include the chaos surrounding Trump's Ukraine peace efforts, the complexities of sanctioning Russia, and potential military actions in Venezuela. Insights on the U.S.-China tensions over Taiwan and the strategic use of rare earths are also explored. Finally, looming questions about American democracy and shifting political views on Israel offer a thought-provoking conclusion.
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G20 Showed Global Governance Can Bypass US
- The US boycott of the G20 damaged American influence and showed other powers can coordinate without Washington.
- Countries publicly united on climate and energy, signaling global governance can evolve without US leadership.
Ceasefire Is The Essential First Step In Ukraine
- Recent diplomacy on Ukraine produced proposals but no resolution of core issues like territory or NATO's role.
- Ravi argues a ceasefire achieved via private diplomacy is the necessary first step before addressing long-term political questions.
Senators Briefed On A Contested Peace Plan
- At Halifax, bipartisan senators were publicly briefed about a 28-point plan they were told was Russian-origin.
- The White House later contradicted the senators, creating confusion about who authored the proposal.
