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Edward Fishman - How the Global Economy Became a Weapon of War

Apr 8, 2025
Edward Fishman, a foreign policy expert and Senior Research Scholar at Columbia University, dives into the evolution of economic warfare. He discusses how sanctions have transitioned from Cold War tactics to modern measures against Iran, Russia, and China. Fishman highlights the chaos that economic coercion can cause when misused. The conversation also explores pivotal historical events, such as the Iran nuclear deal and the 2014 Crimea crisis, showcasing the significant geopolitical shift in U.S. foreign policy centered on financial strategies.
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