Foreign Policy Live The ‘Ask-Me-Anything’ Episode
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Nov 26, 2025 In a lively Ask-Me-Anything format, the conversation dives into the implications of Trump's absence at the G-20 Summit and the resulting geopolitical shifts. Discussions include the chaos surrounding Trump's Ukraine peace efforts, the complexities of sanctioning Russia, and potential military actions in Venezuela. Insights on the U.S.-China tensions over Taiwan and the strategic use of rare earths are also explored. Finally, looming questions about American democracy and shifting political views on Israel offer a thought-provoking conclusion.
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Senators Briefed On A Contested Peace Plan
- At Halifax, bipartisan senators were publicly briefed about a 28-point plan they were told was Russian-origin.
- The White House later contradicted the senators, creating confusion about who authored the proposal.
Military Posture Creates Political Pressure
- The US has massed naval and special-operations assets off Venezuela, raising pressure to act but leaving unclear outcomes.
- Ravi warns large force posture creates internal political pressure that may push the administration toward intervention.
Allies Restrict Intel Over Venezuela Actions
- The UK is withholding some intelligence over unease with US actions in the region, signaling allied limits.
- That withholding undermines US situational awareness and reflects broader concern about extrajudicial strikes and potential regime-change plans.
