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Podcast: BFBS Sitrep
Episode: Has the US just raised the risk of war in Europe?
Description: Donald Trump’s new National Security Strategy prioritises improving relations with Russia and China, while calling for resistance to “weak leaders” in Europe.Professor Michael Clarke explains why he thinks this will embolden Russia rather than giving it an incentive to de-escalate, and former US State Department insider Dr Karin von Hippel assesses what it could mean for the US military footprint in Europe.The head of the Royal Navy has warned we’re “only just holding on” against Russia deep in the Atlantic. Former submarine captain Ryan Ramsey explains why the service is struggling, while Sian Grz...