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Trump announces new plan to arm Ukraine
In this episode of World in :60 Ian Bremmer breaks down why Trump is now backing missile shipments to Ukraine after long opposing them.
"Trump has flipped on Ukraine more than any other issue in foreign policy over the last six months,” says Ian.
On Israel, Ian emphasizes a coalition shakeup could make a Gaza ceasefire more likely, but don’t expect quick progress.
As for Trump’s threat of 100% tariffs on Russia? “Not a serious point,” Ian says.
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China and Japan under pressure from Trump's tariff threats
In this episode of Ian Bremmer’s World in :60, Ian breaks down the latest on US trade tensions, Iran’s nuclear program, and Trump’s meeting with Netanyahu.
On US tariffs, Ian says Japan and China face “radically different” situations.
As Iran cuts ties with nuclear inspectors, Ian says they’re “taking their program dark.”
On Trump’s recent meeting with Netanyahu, Ian says a Gaza ceasefire remains uncertain. Though Netanyahu nominated Trump for a Nobel Peace Prize, Ian points out, “That’s nice for Trump, but not a Gaza ceasefire.”
Key takeaways from the 2025 NATO Summit
In this episode of Europe in :60, Carl Bildt discusses the outcomes of the NATO Summit and where Europe stands with the Israel-Iran conflict.
Are NATO allies aligned on Iran?
On Ian Bremmer’s World in 180 Seconds: Ian unpacks US strikes on Iran, Russia’s stance on the conflict, and the future of the United Nations at 80.
Are US strikes on Iran exposing cracks in NATO? Not according to Ian Bremmer. In this week's World in :60, Ian says, “On Iran, NATO allies are pretty aligned. They consider Iran an implacable enemy... and don't support regime change.” Even with divergent views on Israel, NATO countries are backing US actions to counter Iran’s nuclear capabilities.
On Russia’s role? It’s complicated. While Russia could help Iran, Ian emphasizes that “what they don’t have is the willingness.” The Iran-Russia relationship remains transactional, "not strategic," and Moscow’s threats over recent strikes are “all bluster.”
Finally, as the UN marks its 80th anniversary, Ian reflects on its evolving role: “Having a forum where all countries… share information and understand each other better is becoming more important, not less.” It’s not global government, but it is a critical global resource.
Will Iran’s regime survive?
What’s next for Iran’s regime? Ian Bremmer says, “It’s much more likely that the supreme leader ends up out, but the military… continues to run the country.” Despite global speculation, real change will depend on the Iranian people, not foreign intervention, says Ian.
As attention shifts to the Middle East, Ukraine faces intensified Russian strikes with less international spotlight. Still, Ian notes NATO support remains “pretty solid,” and the upcoming NATO summit in The Hague will be a key signal of that.
And as China pushes for a multipolar currency system, Ian is skeptical: “It’s not premature to talk about multipolarity economically—it is in terms of a currency order.”
Is Serbia pivoting towards Ukraine?
In this episode of Europe in :60, Carl Bildt breaks down Serbia’s evolving foreign policy, and political developments in Poland.
After President Vučić’s visit to Ukraine, Bildt notes, “I think he is in the black book of the Kremlin because of that particular visit,” highlighting shifting alliances in the Balkans.
On Poland, following Donald Tusk’s post-election confidence vote, Bildt explains the challenges ahead: “The president can veto legislation, he can block important appointments.”
As Serbia weighs its EU path and Poland navigates internal politics, Bildt offers timely analysis on regional stability and European security affairs.
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Sen Warner: Tulsi Gabbard should resign or be fired
Senator Mark Warner (D-VA) says President Trump’s allies are remaking the US intelligence community for political loyalty—and it’s putting national security at risk.
Could a hard-right party swing Japan’s election?
Less than a year after losing its majority in the lower chamber, the Liberal Democratic Party-led coalition government faces another test during the Upper House elections this Sunday.
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