The conversation delves into the European Union's current geopolitical and economic challenges, particularly its relationships with Russia and China, and its financial commitments to the United States. The discussion highlights the EU's strategic dilemma in balancing these relationships while facing internal dissent from member states like France and Germany regarding economic policies and energy costs. Chapters- 0:00-0:44 Opening 1:07-6:30 The fall of Nicolas Sarkozy 7:37-9:50 Why Europe can’t escape its colonial legacy? 10:05-18:07 Is Macron’s government falling apart? 18:18-20:36 How Le Pen’s trial reshapes French politics 21:25-26:37 The crisis of democracy in France 27:07-30:23 How Poland pulled off an economic miracle 30:34-31:21 Will Poland’s rapid growth last? 31:45-35:41 What’s next for Europe? 35:44-36:12 Closing #france #sarkozy #macron #shortsviral #foreignaffairs #viralvideo #interview #poland #europe

John Klein explains that the principles of self-defence and the laws of armed conflict like proportionality and military necessity, apply to space just as they do on Earth, making it a more legally governed domain than many assume. Watch the full interview here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VLnZZa0e2CU

John Klein notes that despite economic and technological struggles, Russia remains a capable space power with reliable launch systems, ISS contributions, and growing cooperation with China that keep its presence in orbit significant. Watch the full interview here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VLnZZa0e2CU

John Klein highlights India’s growing role in space, from using satellites for defense to demonstrating ASAT capabilities and advancing its human space program, placing it on the cusp of becoming a great space power. Watch the full interview here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VLnZZa0e2CU

John Klein explains that space deterrence is about using satellite capabilities to influence rivals’ decisions, showing that attacks or escalations in space are futile and that actions on Earth, like crossing borders, can’t go unnoticed. Watch the full interview here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VLnZZa0e2CU

John Klein explains that space is already witnessing “gray zone” or irregular warfare, with daily jamming, lazing, and coercive satellite maneuvers that stop short of open conflict but still disrupt peace. Watch the full interview here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VLnZZa0e2CU

This conversation explores the evolving domain of space warfare, discussing the distinction between militarization and weaponization, the role of space in national security, and the implications of emerging technologies. It highlights India's growing capabilities, the ethical considerations surrounding space warfare, and the competitive dynamics between the US and China. The discussion also touches on the potential involvement of the private sector and the current state of Russia's space capabilities, concluding with reflections on the future of space warfare. Chapters - 0:00-0:58 Opening 1:25-3:43 How space is becoming a theatre of war 4:43-6:47 Satellites, OSINT and the space race between America and China 7:12-9:19 What does space deterrence really mean? 9:43-11:47 The rise of bodyguard satellites 12:06-13:31 Kinetic vs Non-Kinetic: the new fight over ASAT weapons 13:47-15:12 India’s growing role in space warfare 15:58-17:36 Can there be ethics in space war? 17:57-19:23 Nuclear weapons in space 19:59-21:34 When rules collapse: the erosion of norms in modern warfare 22:26-24:12 The dark side of the new space race 24:45-25:47 India’s space command developments 26:19-27:33 Has the Ukraine war weakened Russia’s space power? 28:22-30:22 Can China really challenge America in space? 30:55-32:59 How close are we to the first war in space? 33:00-33:33 Closing #space #spacewarfare #india #china #usa #technology #interview #foreignaffairs

General Raj Shukla explains that America’s global economic power rests on its military strength its 800 bases sustain the dollar’s dominance. He argues that true statecraft lies in merging economic and military power, not choosing between them. Watch the full interview here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W4TGHX7lTX8