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“In a world where geopolitical rivalry is returning, Europe cannot be, as they say, a vegetarian in a world of carnivores,” says analyst Petr Boháček, according to whom the continent should not only be reactive towards the great powers, but should also determine the pace and rules of the game. According to him, what can a nuclear deterrence strategy look like in Europe? And what effect would the re-election of Donald Trump have on our security?
You can watch the entire interview in the introductory video or listen to it in your favorite podcast app. What were its main themes?
0:34-3:05 According to security analyst Petr Boháček, what kind of mirror does this phase of the war set for Europe? In his opinion, what are the natural different approaches to how much to help Ukraine?
3:05-8:11 To what extent is the unity of Europe bound by the security aspect of the whole situation? According to Boháček, what could convince European countries that they should invest more in defense? Is it necessary to convince the public more about aid to Ukraine? How to oppose a political representation that will convince voters of the opposite?
8:11-13:45 What should Europe be prepared for from Russia? Why should Europe be more active and not just wait for further developments? Is nervousness rising in the Baltic countries justifiably?
13:45-17:31 According to Boháček, how do various crises move Europe and the European Union forward? Why, according to him, should the EU be reformed in some way?
17:31-20:39 What form could Europe’s potential nuclear deterrence take?
20:39-25:44 What awaits us after the eventual victory of Donald Trump in the US presidential elections? Why does Boháček think that Trump’s tenure was something that Europe did not want, but needed?
25:44-26:50 According to Boháček, is Europe still an equal partner for the United States?
