Marvin Kalb

Marvin Kalb, an experienced journalist with nearly 70 years covering Russia, shares compelling insights into Vladimir Putin's psychological state and leadership style. He discusses Putin's increasing isolation and reliance on a narrow circle of advisers, shaping his view of the ongoing war in Ukraine. Kalb emphasizes how miscommunications have evolved U.S.-Russia relations and the impact of Putin's decisions on global dynamics. The conversation reveals a leader trapped by his own narrative, showcasing the complex interplay between power and solitude.

From October 31, 2015: Perhaps you’ve heard, but tensions between the United States and Russia are heating up. With Putin upping the ante in Syria, Marvin Kalb, journalist, scholar, and a nonresident senior fellow in Foreign Policy at Brookings, came to Brookings to launch his new book that looks at the Russian leader’s last foray into another country. Entitled, Imperial Gamble: Putin, Ukraine, and the New Cold War. Putin’s recent actions in Crimea, eastern Ukraine and, more recently, in Syria have provoked a sharp deterioration in East-West relations. Is this the beginning of a new Cold War, or is Putin just wearing the costume of a prizefighter?Joining the discussion were Thomas Friedman of the New York Times and Nina Khrushcheva, a professor at The New School. Brookings President Strobe Talbott provided introductory remarks while Martin Indyk, Executive Vice President of Brookings moderated the conversation.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lawfare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.