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Trump shifts on Russia: From carrots to sticks in Ukraine war
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Trump shifts on Russia: From carrots to sticks in Ukraine war

For years, US policy toward Russia’s war in Ukraine has swung between extremes. Under Biden, “all stick, no carrot.” Under Trump, “all carrot, no stick.” Ian Bremmer says both approaches failed to change Vladimir Putin’s calculus. What’s different now?

Why the US-Ukraine minerals deal is a win-win
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Why the US-Ukraine minerals deal is a win-win

What is the importance of the so-called minerals deals, which have now been concluded between Ukraine and the United States? What is the importance of the visit by the Danish King Frederik to Greenland? Carl Bildt, former prime minister of Sweden and co-chair of the European Council on Foreign Relations, shares his perspective on European politics from Stockholm, Sweden.

​Ian Bremmer on Trump's first 100 days
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​Ian Bremmer on Trump's first 100 days

The most revolutionary thing about Trump 2.0? More dysfunction, fewer results. Ian Bremmer examines President Trump’s first hundred days back in office, why America’s problems are getting bigger, and what comes next.

Rescuers search for a 17-year-old and his parents near an apartment building hit by a Russian missile strike, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Kyiv, on April 24, 2025.
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A “critical” week for Ukraine

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Monday that this week is “very critical” for Donald Trump’s plan to end the war in Ukraine. Russia’s Vladimir Putin made news on Monday by offering a three-day ceasefire beginning on May 8, a move perhaps motivated by skeptical recent comments from Trump on Russia’s willingness to bargain in good faith.

Trump tariff is starting a US-China trade war
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Trump tariff is starting a US-China trade war

Are the US and China rushing into a trade war? With an in-person nuclear talk set for Saturday, how confident is Trump that he can rein in Iran's nuclear program? Zelensky claims Ukrainian troops have captured two Chinese nationals fighting for Russia. How does it change the dynamics of the war? Ian Bremmer shares his insights on global politics this week on World In :60.

Is Europe in trouble as the US pulls away?
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Is Europe in trouble as the US pulls away?

Trump is reshaping America’s relationship with Europe, which has been “impacted in a permanent and structural way,” says Ian Bremmer. In this Quick Take, Ian explains what that shift means for the future of the transatlantic alliance—and for Europe.

Putin-Trump Ukraine call is a small win for both sides
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Putin-Trump Ukraine call is a small win for both sides

Today's Putin-Trump ceasefire call was a small win for both sides, says Ian Bremmer. It wasn't horrible for Ukraine and Europe, either. But is this just kicking bigger problems down the road? Ian breaks it down on Quick Take.

Trump demands Putin sign ceasefire
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Trump demands Putin sign ceasefire

Trump has no cards. #PUPPETREGIME