

Prof. John Mearsheimer: Is the US Still Indispensable?
Aug 15, 2024
John Mearsheimer, a leading political scientist renowned for his insights on international relations, discusses the evolving notion of the U.S. as the 'indispensable nation' in today's multipolar world. He analyzes the complexities of the Ukraine conflict, evaluating military momentum and the imbalance of power between Ukraine and Russia. Mearsheimer critiques U.S. foreign policy and its moral implications, especially in light of ongoing conflicts. The conversation also touches on humanitarian law, underscoring the discrepancies between legal principles and U.S. actions in global crises.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
The Kursk Offensive: Victory or Setback?
01:30 • 8min
Analyzing Military Momentum in Ukraine's Conflict
09:11 • 2min
Power Dynamics in the Ukraine Conflict
11:12 • 5min
Ukraine and U.S. Foreign Policy Analysis
16:01 • 14min
Critique of U.S. Commitment to Humanitarian Law
30:10 • 2min