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President Joe Biden's trip to France will emphasize America's global leadership, commemorating the 80th anniversary of D-Day and addressing ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza. Biden will meet with veterans, visit significant war memorials, and discuss international issues with French President Emmanuel Macron. The visit aims to reinforce U.S. commitments to freedom, democracy, and international cooperation.
Henry Kissinger's focus on stability and equilibrium in international relations, influenced by his study of the Congress of Vienna, led to his misjudgments and failure to fully grasp the importance of American power and leadership. While his realpolitik approach aimed to avoid calamity, it neglected the achievements of the Pax Americana and the need for continued American engagement in the world. Kissinger's devotion to stability, though rooted in a moral ambition to prevent war, ultimately hindered his understanding of the dynamic nature of global politics.
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin denounced calls for American isolationism and emphasized the need for sustained U.S. leadership to maintain global safety, freedom, and prosperity. He urged Congress to end partisan gridlock that has hindered the federal budget and war spending. Austin defended U.S. support for Israel in its conflict with Hamas and Ukraine in its battle against Russia's invasion. He warned that the world would become more dangerous if aggressors believed they could act without consequences. Austin's remarks appeared to be directed at conservative lawmakers who oppose overseas military spending and support former President Donald Trump's "America First" ideology. He also highlighted the importance of passing the budget and supplemental funding for the wars. Additionally, Austin criticized Congress for failing to confirm over 400 military officers, which has raised concerns about readiness and national security.
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin denounced calls for American isolationism and emphasized the need for sustained U.S. leadership to maintain global security and prosperity. He urged Congress to end partisan gridlock and pass the federal budget and war spending. Austin defended U.S. support for Israel in its conflict with Hamas and Ukraine in its battle against Russia's invasion. He warned that the world would become more dangerous if aggressors believed they could act without consequences. Austin also highlighted the importance of passing supplemental funding for the wars and criticized the Senate's failure to confirm military nominations, which threatens readiness and national security.
The Economist interviewed former US Secretary of State Henry Kissinger on the topics of China, AI, and weak American leadership. Kissinger's ideas on great power conflict are more relevant than ever, as China's influence grows and powerful technology could change the nature of war. The full transcript of the conversation is available online.