The Duran Podcast US-Russia Grand Bargain Without Europe - Andrey Kortunov, Alexander Mercouris & Glenn Diesen
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Mar 23, 2025 Andrey Kortunov, Director General of the Russian International Affairs Council, joins the discussion alongside Alexander Mercouris and Glenn Diesen. They explore the potential for a US-Russia grand bargain, touching on the complexities of current U.S. foreign policy and the resilience of Russia amid sanctions. The conversation highlights shifting alliances, the challenges facing NATO, and the evolving perceptions of Europe in this new geopolitical order. The speakers advocate for dialogue and confidence-building measures to foster collaboration despite ongoing tensions.
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Fragmentation of the West
- The multipolar system reveals diverging national interests, fragmenting the political West and raising questions about NATO's future.
- This fragmentation, with the US rejecting ideological dogmas, creates uncertainty and panic, especially in Europe.
Shifting Alliances
- The future of international relations might rely on flexible, situational coalitions rather than rigid alliances like NATO.
- This uncertainty creates both risks and opportunities, with actors like Turkey and India adopting opportunistic approaches.
Europe's Dependence on the US
- Europe's dependence on US power for unity is now uncertain, with potential divisions rising to the surface.
- This instability impacts Russia, a European and Eurasian power, suggesting a responsible US partner could benefit Russian interests.