There is a growing consensus among segments of the political elite that America's declining global leadership has paved the way for conflicts in Europe, the Middle East, and the Pacific. On this episode of The Eastern Front, Giselle, Dalibor, and Iulia speak with Anders Fogh Rasmussen, former NATO chief from 2009-2014, to discuss his recent efforts across Washington to advocate for sustained aid to Ukraine and US dominance in the international arena. Must there be a tradeoff between supporting Ukraine and supporting Israel or Taiwan? How important is transatlantic unity to defeating Vladimir Putin? Which European countries are most concerned, and most optimistic, about America's willpower to lead?

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