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Elizabeth Braw

Senior fellow at the Atlantic Council and columnist for Foreign Policy. Discusses the Baltic Sea NATO Allies Summit and the damage to undersea infrastructure.

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Jan 14, 2025 • 59min

Yoon Suk Yeol’s trial begins in Seoul 

John Everard, former British ambassador to North Korea, shares expert insights on the impeachment trial of South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol amid rising tensions. Hannah McCarthy discusses the fragile negotiations for a potential ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, revealing the complexities at play. Political analyst Charles Hecker delves into the implications of these global events while Elizabeth Braw highlights threats to undersea infrastructure in the Baltic Sea and the pressing need for a coordinated security response.
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Dec 19, 2024 • 37min

Should Europe spend more on defense? 

Elizabeth Braw, a Senior Fellow at the Atlantic Council, joins political journalist Marie LeConte to discuss Europe's urgent defense budget dilemmas amid growing global threats. They analyze the increasing pressure on European nations to bolster military spending in response to the ongoing conflict with Russia. The conversation also delves into the political turbulence in France, including potential early presidential elections as Emmanuel Macron faces rising discontent. Plus, they share light-hearted critiques of Christmas traditions and the curious resurgence of Guinness among younger drinkers.
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Nov 13, 2024 • 35min

Can Elon Musk boost US government efficiency?

Elizabeth Braw, a senior fellow at the Atlantic Council, discusses Elon Musk's new role as head of a Department of Government Efficiency and its potential impacts on the government and his businesses. Stefan de Vries sheds light on the violence during the Amsterdam football match, revealing underlying anti-Semitic and Islamophobic tensions. They also touch on how Finland celebrates winter's grey days and the rising trend of Americans contemplating relocation abroad, influenced by political shifts.
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Oct 17, 2024 • 57min

Ukraine’s big diplomatic push

Maria Avdiva, a security analyst from Kharkiv, discusses Ukraine's diplomatic efforts and the urgent need for U.S. military support amid ongoing conflicts. Suniva Rose reports on the groundbreaking EU-Gulf summit, while Steve Crawshaw reflects on human rights narratives in current affairs. Elizabeth Braw elaborates on Sweden's bolstered defense strategy against Russian threats. Meanwhile, Barbara Nadell shares the creative journey of writing 'The Turkish Detective', and retail expert Rebecca Tay analyzes trends in the luxury market.
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Oct 9, 2024 • 35min

Netanyahu warns of Gaza-like destruction in Lebanon

Elizabeth Braw, a Senior Fellow at the Atlantic Council and author of *Goodbye Globalisation*, teams up with Sir William Patey, a former British Ambassador, to delve into the escalating tensions in the Middle East. They discuss Netanyahu's alarming threats toward Lebanon and Hezbollah, weaving in perspectives on global security threats from Russia and Iran. The duo also anticipates the upcoming Nobel Peace Prize, examining nominees and the humanitarian efforts of groups like World Central Kitchen, alongside thought-provoking commentary on contemporary issues.