Samir Puri, a scholar from King's College, dives into the evolving landscape of global power dynamics. He argues that while the West's influence is waning, its role is transforming rather than disappearing. Puri discusses the rise of countries like China and India and the emergence of a multipolar world that challenges traditional Western dominance. He also emphasizes the necessity of dialogue between the West and the Global South to address diverse perspectives and navigate future geopolitical challenges.

Samir Puri, Director of Chatham House’s Centre for Global Governance and Security and author of 'Westlessness', discusses significant shifts in U.S. foreign policy under Trump regarding Russia and Ukraine. He highlights alarming remarks made at the Munich security conference that rattled European leaders. The conversation touches on the rise of far-right parties in Europe and the sidelining of Ukraine in critical peace talks. Puri also examines the broader implications of these shifts for Europe’s security responsibilities in an evolving geopolitical landscape.

In this discussion, Samir Puri, a former ceasefire observer in Ukraine and an expert on the region, dives into the implications of Russia's claims about Ukraine using U.S.-supplied missiles. He highlights the significance of Putin's new nuclear rules and what they signal for global tensions. Puri also sheds light on the escalating military dynamics at the border and the urgent need for effective strategies amid financial pressures for continued aid. His insights provide a compelling lens on the complexities of the ongoing conflict.

Gavin Esler chats with Samir Puri, a former UK diplomat and author of 'Westlessness,' and Dan Drezner, a Tufts University professor specializing in international politics. They dive into the fading dominance of the West, exploring how powers like China, India, and Brazil are reshaping global dynamics. The discussion covers the complexities of East-West relations, the rise of authoritarianism, and the implications for democracy. They also analyze the shifting trade dynamics between major players, including the growing role of emerging economies.

Wagner is a private military company of mercenaries that has been fighting alongside the regular Russian army in Ukraine. Wagner boss Yevgeny Prigozhin has for months been involved in a feud with the Russian defence ministry, but he denies trying to overthrow Mr Putin's regime. The short-lived rebellion, which saw Wagner fighters seize a major Russian city before heading north towards Moscow in a column of military vehicles, was a response to government plans to take direct control of Wagner, Prigozhin claims. This week on the Real Story we are focusing on the implications for Russia's military of the mutiny by a man who was once President Putin's caterer. Shaun Ley is joined by: Catrina Doxsee - From the Center for Strategic and International Studies in Washington DC. Pjotr Sauer - Russian affairs reporter for The Guardian newspaper. Samir Puri - author of Russia’s Road to War with Ukraine: Invasion amidst the ashes of empires. Also featuring: Professor Sergei Markov - Director of the Institute for Political Studies in Moscow.Produced by: Imogen Wallace, Ellen Otzen, Alex Hacillo & Rumella Dasgupta(Photo: Armored vehicles and fighters of Wagner on the streets of Rostov-on-Don, Russia; Credit: Arkady Budnitsky/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images)