Foreign Policy Live The World After Oct. 7, 2023
Oct 7, 2025
Stephen M. Walt, a Harvard professor and Foreign Policy columnist, dives deep into the aftermath of the Oct. 7 attacks and their drastic global repercussions. He discusses unexpected shifts in regional power dynamics, the waning credibility of international law, and the role of great powers in shaping the UN's effectiveness. Walt also highlights the polarization between the Global South and the West, rising antisemitism linked to Israeli policies, and the profound impact of social media on public perception. It's a thought-provoking exploration of an evolving geopolitical landscape.
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Regional Hedging By Arab States
- Arab monarchies are hedging as U.S. protection feels less reliable.
- Moves include defense pacts, outreach to China, and détente with Iran.
Global South Versus The West Split
- The conflict divides the global south from Western-aligned states on key issues.
- These cleavages make cross-issue cooperation more difficult internationally.
Anti-Colonial Frame Shapes Support
- Anti-colonial narratives fuel global sympathy for Palestinians and shape views even in Western societies.
- Younger and progressive voices, including some Jews, increasingly frame the issue as imperialism.
