#military-intervention

#military-intervention

Hi everybody, Ian Bremmer here in Mexico City, a little bit closer to where the action appears to be heading: the United States and Venezuela. Basically, President Trump is talking about regime change, giving an ultimatum to dictator Nicolas Maduroleave with your family to safety, or else you will be removed, Bremmer began, adding: That is you know, been stepping up now with America's naval capabilities arrayed in addition to 15,000 troops around Venezuela, off the coast.

Despite the vast knowledge, technology, and unprecedented global connectivity we enjoy today, war remains a persistent issue. Yes, even now in the 21st century, many nations continue to grapple with frequent bloodshed. The reasons for such conflicts are complex, encompassing things like economic interests, cultural differences, historical disputes, political challenges, and more. Conventional wisdom would suggest that democracies are less warlike than authoritarian regimes.

Nepal is yet to find a new leader after days of intense youth-fronted, anti-government protests led to the resignation of Prime Minister Khadga Prasad Oli earlier this week. The unrest, which saw demonstrators torching even parliament, government and presidential offices, has plunged the impoverished South Asian nation into fresh turmoil. It also raised fears of a political and constitutional vacuum, with many Nepalis now wondering who is in charge of the country.

The conclusion many states may now draw is that complying with the NPT is no longer a guarantee of nuclear security.

Joe Kernen challenges Senator Rand Paul on his criticisms of Trump’s actions in Iran, suggesting that isolationist views might argue for diplomacy over military actions.