August1991 Posted March 23 Report Posted March 23 After 1814, as Kissinger explained, we had a regime of peace. It collapsed in 1914. From 1914 to 1945, there was another Thirty Years War. Since 1991, we are seeking a new peace. Quote
August1991 Posted March 23 Author Report Posted March 23 I agree with Kissinger. China, Russia and America must sit down - and agree to get along. Quote
August1991 Posted March 23 Author Report Posted March 23 This problem in Iran could easily be resolved if America spoke to Russia. Quote
John Stone Posted March 23 Report Posted March 23 4 hours ago, August1991 said: This problem in Iran could easily be resolved if America spoke to Russia. Trump doesn't so much talk to Russia as listen? Quote
John Stone Posted March 23 Report Posted March 23 5 hours ago, August1991 said: After 1814, as Kissinger explained, we had a regime of peace. It collapsed in 1914. From 1914 to 1945, there was another Thirty Years War. Since 1991, we are seeking a new peace. The global economy did provide stability - commerce crosses ideology barriers Some wise dude once said, ' if you want peace, prepare for war' ............. and have allies. Quote
August1991 Posted March 27 Author Report Posted March 27 On 3/23/2026 at 8:09 AM, John Stone said: Trump doesn't so much talk to Russia as listen? To have world peace - a structure of peace, America must get along with China and Russia. Iran is an irritating but minor player. I suspect that this supposed peace with Iran is based on America (Trump) talking to Russia/China. ==== We now live once again in a multi-polar world. Quote
August1991 Posted March 27 Author Report Posted March 27 (edited) Europe established a structure of peace in 1815 - it lasted to 1914. In 1848, there was a revolt (like now in Tehran). The Russians intervened and maintained the structure of world peace. Edited March 27 by August1991 Quote
August1991 Posted March 27 Author Report Posted March 27 I largely agree with both Kissinger and Mearsheimer. To his credit, Kissinger (like Trudeau Snr) applied his ideas. Quote
John Stone Posted March 27 Report Posted March 27 (edited) 5 hours ago, August1991 said: To have world peace - a structure of peace, America must get along with China and Russia. Iran is an irritating but minor player. I suspect that this supposed peace with Iran is based on America (Trump) talking to Russia/China. ==== We now live once again in a multi-polar world. re: Iran is an irritating but minor player. Likely be a mistake to look at Iran in isolation? Minor players usually have so-called, 'big brothers' that get involved eventually ....... with Iran it's China, Russia, NK. I'm sure ur aware of the squib that launched WWI. What makes u believe that Russia (Putin) desires stability in the World? Stability makes Russia look small, unimportant ............... sanctions? Putin desires the opposite. Edited March 27 by John Stone Quote
August1991 Posted April 5 Author Report Posted April 5 On 3/27/2026 at 8:33 AM, John Stone said: .. What makes u believe that Russia (Putin) desires stability in the World? ... Strongly disagree. Putin simply wants a strong Russia, like Trump wants a great America. Xi wants a new China. We need a new world order, a new sit-down. Quote
John Stone Posted April 5 Report Posted April 5 3 hours ago, August1991 said: Strongly disagree. Putin simply wants a strong Russia, like Trump wants a great America. Xi wants a new China. We need a new world order, a new sit-down. If it ain't broke (World) don't fix it? U are incorrect tho, judging from Putin's actions / statements he desires a return to the Soviet era - Warsaw Pact. Russia's President Vladimir Putin has described the collapse of the Soviet Union as 'the greatest geopolitical catastrophe of the 20th century'. Central to Xi's vision of China going forward is a guiding philosophy that encapsulates national rejuvenation , economic prosperity, and global prominence. The vision speaks to the aspirations of a modern, assertive China while evoking pride in its rich history. Interesting to note that Xi's vision is prominence, not so much dominance. (supreme) Quote
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