Talking about a Ukraine Deal on CNN
On 19 February 2025, I was on CNN International talking about the fundamental differences between Europe and the United States regarding how best to end the Ukraine war, and also talking about the likely Ukrainian response to the deal between Russia and the US that now appears to be emerging.
Ah. Well. Once again, if only we had listened to people like my parents starting immediately afterwards world war 2, George Kennan starting 40 years ago, and John Mearsheimer and everyone on his side of the fence starting 35 years ago we’d be in a much better place. Millions of lives and trillions of dollars would have been saved.
Please note that John Mearsheimer predicted all of this as though he was looking at a crystal ball.
One has to ask themselves if someone is correct about everything they’ve had to say why wouldn’t those in power listen to them now?
As unpalatable as Donald Trump’s vibe is in some areas, his instincts in this instance, which mirror those of John Mearsheimer’s, should be applauded.
The simple fact of the matter is that our top world leaders should do everything in their power to avoid war. That should be their top priority.
Nice that this rather odd woman had you on CNN and actually listened to you, Prof. M.