Aaron Ettinger
Professor of political science at Carleton University specializing in international relations and security studies, providing expert analysis on the Iran–U.S. standoff and implications for the Strait of Hormuz.
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Jan 27, 2026 • 30min
Can NATO survive Trump?
Aaron Ettinger, a political science professor at Carleton University who studies international security and transatlantic relations, walks through NATO’s history and its changing missions. He discusses early Cold War crises, post‑Soviet enlargement, Afghanistan versus Iraq divisions, Russia’s 2014 resurgence, and how recent U.S. actions and Greenland tensions strain transatlantic trust.
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Mar 19, 2026 • 25min
Can the U.S. re-open the Strait of Hormuz alone?
Aaron Ettinger, a Carleton University political science professor focused on international security, breaks down the Iran–U.S. standoff. He explains why allies balk at military action. He outlines what reopening the Strait of Hormuz would require, Iran’s leverage, and the diplomatic and escalation risks. He also considers possible multinational paths and China’s potential broker role.
