Elizabeth Braw

Stephen Diel, a Russia analyst, and Elizabeth Braw, a Senior Fellow at the Atlantic Council, dive into Trump's ultimatum to Russia for a ceasefire. They discuss the potential impact of his threats, like new tariffs on Russia's oil. The conversation shifts from geopolitical tensions to the moral duties of artists under oppressive regimes, spotlighting conductor Valery Gergiev's silence on the war. They also reflect on the risks of prolonged political leadership, using examples from around the world, addressing the intersection of art, politics, and global conflicts.

Elizabeth Braw, a Senior Fellow at the Atlantic Council, delves into Europe's ambitious military rearmament plans and the challenges of meeting a 2030 deadline. Meanwhile, Rainbow Murray, a politics professor, analyzes the domestic implications of Germany's military role within Europe. They also tackle the alarming rise of medical misinformation, discussing the political ramifications of misleading claims about paracetamol and pregnancy. Lastly, the guests reflect on the legacy of urbanist Kongjian Yu and the cultural significance of preserving language.