As global alliances realign and authoritarian regimes grow bolder, is the U.S. losing its grip on the world order it once led?
In this episode, Brian welcomes back Irina Tsukerman — human rights attorney, geopolitical analyst, and president of Scarab Rising, Inc. — for a wide-ranging conversation on the evolving dynamics of international power. Irina offers sharp insights into the growing cooperation between China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea, the shifting role of non-state actors, and the ideological blind spots in current U.S. foreign policy.
They discuss the rise of hybrid warfare, Eastern Europe's response to Russian aggression, and the role of economic and corporate influence in modern diplomacy. As the traditional tools of statecraft come under pressure, Irina makes the case for creative, strategic diplomacy in an increasingly fragmented world.
🔗 Learn more about Irina Tsukerman: https://www.irina-tsukerman.com
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- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/IrinaTsukerman1
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/irina.tsukerman
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