John Mearsheimer and Neema discuss the Ukraine war, noting Russia's tactical advances but strategic stagnation in achieving denazification. They analyze the failure of Putin’s deterrence, highlighted by Lithuania’s move to host nuclear weapons and NATO’s "Theory of Victory" planning. The episode also debunks claims that US bombers left RAF Fairford due to an Iranian plot, arguing the withdrawal was a political signal to the UK and a pretext for further escalation against Iran.
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