Gaza, Ukraine, and the End of American Reliability — with Ian Bremmer | Prof G Conversations

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Scott speaks with Ian Bremmer, president and founder of Eurasia Group, about the state of geopolitics at a moment of uncertainty. They discuss Trump’s combative stance at the UN General Assembly, the possibility of a peace deal in Gaza, and America’s shifting strategy on Russia and Ukraine. Ian also weighs in on whether the United Nations still has a role in solving global crises, and what all this means for the future of U.S. leadership. Follow Ian, @ianbremmer. Timestamps 00:00 - In This Episode 000:48 - What were your takeaways from UN week and Trump's speech? 03:44 - Is Trump right in claiming that the UN has lost its purpose? 07:30 - Is the UN where big global problems go to die of bureaucracy? 15:59 - Ad Break 19:24 - What is your view on the Gaza war and prospects for a Middle East peace deal? 25:38 - Is this peace deal just a play by Netanyahu to prolong the war? 30:44 - Are we dealing with a conflict where Hamas views civilian deaths as martyrdom, not loss? 35:04 - What is America's stance towards Ukraine right now? 41:43 - Should we arm Ukraine and help them damage Russia’s oil capacity to end the war? 48:56 - Ad Break 52:24 - Which side has the momentum on the ground in Ukraine? 54:36 - What is the likelihood of a government shutdown, and what dynamics are at play? 55:51 - Do Republicans have the upper hand right now? 1:00:03 - How do you process the chaos and constant onslaught of news? Please support this channel by subscribing here: https://links.profgmedia.com/youtube-... Want more Prof G? Check out everything we're up to at https://links.profgmedia.com/home #scottgalloway #podcast #podcastshow #profg #profgpod #ianbremmer