Waqas
@worqas
This is a great question because the answer to this is very interesting. This is happening because Zelensky has, for a second, entertained the idea that he can go at this war w/out the US and with the help of EU. If such an enterprise succeeds, the repercussions are profound - the global order shifts. US as an empire becomes irrelevant. Empires can bear loss of territory, but not irrelevance. So Ukr and EU must obey whoever sits on the throne in DC, if that can't be ensured nothing matters. The "threat of a good example" applies to the EU too.
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@thumb
first time i’m hearing about the idea that zelensky said ukr can war w/o us and w eu help instead. is this recent?
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JG
@johngalt13
Nope, he didn’t say that. He is forced to seek help elsewhere because, at the moment, the U.S. has buried its head in the sand. He has two choices: accept today’s “plan” from Trump, which looks more like a capitulation, or continue seeking help elsewhere. However, with or without the U.S. in such a situation, any help is always useful.
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@thumb
curious to hear ur thoughts on what's the best path forward for US given the current state of affairs? feel free to link an article. happy to read more into it given i haven't gone deep in details
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JG
@johngalt13
Isolationism may temporarily strengthen internal resources and give the U.S. an opportunity to focus on domestic issues. However, in the mid-long run, it could weaken influence in the world, lead to economic difficulties, increase international conflicts, and lower the standard of living. That’s what I’d like to see: The development of artificial intelligence with a priority on independence from ideological biases. Strengthening ties with allies, engaging in strategic competition with countries like China. Maintaining global leadership through diplomacy, economy, and security. Etc https://www.conference-board.org/research/solutions-briefs/america-in-perspective-policy-priorities-for-2025?utm_source=chatgpt.com
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