Robert Kagan's book argues that Europeans rely on US military power while upholding a rules-based system, a reflection of the 'hard power/soft power' divide in Western responsibilities.
The catastrophic consequences of the Iraq war highlighted flaws in Kagan's thesis, revealing that while the US proffers military might, the resulting chaos does not ensure a stable international order.
Biden's decision to permit Ukraine to strike into Russia, while a morale boost, is not a decisive shift in the ongoing brutal conflict, which is characterized by relentless attrition.
European leaders face growing war fatigue and political challenges, and without clarity and leadership, developing a unified strategy to support Ukraine amidst potential US isolationism is increasingly difficult.
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