America Needs to Counter a Rising Axis of Russia, Iran, and China
On The John Batchelor Show, Kissel discusses the North Atlantic Treaty Organization’s internal struggles and the need for American leadership to counter a rising axis of Russia, Iran, and China. She notes Western Europe often prioritizes domestic politics over defense, while Eastern Europe faces more immediate threats from Russian aggression.
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