The Remnant with Jonah Goldberg NATO Nihilism
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Apr 2, 2025 Jonah Goldberg chats with Luke Coffey, a senior fellow at the Hudson Institute specializing in Ukraine and European security. They dive into the current state of the Ukraine-Russia war following Coffey's recent trip to the region. The conversation tackles Ukrainian morale after a notable political debacle and reveals cracks within the Russian army. They also discuss the critical importance of U.S.-European alliances amidst rising skepticism and the profound implications of NATO's role in global stability.
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Ukrainian Strategy
- Ukrainians accept the mineral deal as they need Trump's support and see it as political cover for future aid.
- They also know that the deal's implementation will take years, giving them time.
Trump and Headlines
- Trump prioritizes headlines over substance, wanting a ceasefire he can call peace for political gain.
- The Ukrainians also recognize this and may leverage it for their benefit.
NATO Skepticism
- Growing isolationist sentiment within the Republican Party questions NATO's value and advocates for withdrawal.
- Figures like Elon Musk and Senator Mike Lee support leaving NATO, causing concern for Atlanticists like Luke Coffey.