American Prestige Bonus - The Forever War in Ukraine w/ Andrew Weiss (Preview)
Oct 26, 2025
Andrew Weiss, vice president at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace and author of "Accidental Czar," dives into the intricate dynamics of the Ukraine war. He discusses the shocking audacity of Putin's invasion and the strategic necessity for U.S. support. Weiss explores the moral costs of imperialism and the realities of NATO commitments. The conversation also highlights uncertainties around the long-term U.S. backing for Ukraine and the implications for European security, painting a bleak picture of the ongoing conflict.
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Putin's Goal Is Revanchist, Not Real Estate
- Vladimir Putin aims to resubjugate Ukraine, not merely seize territory.
- That ambition threatens European stability and stresses U.S.-Russia relations.
The Invasion Was A Major Miscalculation
- Russia's initial rapid campaign showed a major miscalculation by Putin and produced long-term instability.
- The invasion ranks among the largest foreign policy blunders with enduring consequences.
Putin Misread Western Resolve
- Putin expected the West to accept a fait accompli and miscalculated Western responses.
- His gamble and initial near-success created a dangerous, ongoing conflict.
