Published Apr 1, 2022

Sanctioning Russia Is a Form of War. We Need to Treat It Like One.

Ezra Klein and Nicholas Mulder delve into the complexities of sanctions against Russia, examining their economic shock to ordinary Russians, historical roots and ethical implications, and the ripple effects on global markets and political stability.

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Impact on Russia
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The Nature of Sanctions
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Global Repercussions
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Sanctioning Russia Is a Form of War. We Need to Treat It Like One.

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Evolution of Sanctions

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Global Impact

Sanctions and Diplomacy

Rethinking Economic Warfare

Sanctions and Conflict

Sanctions Success Rates

Afghanistan's Humanitarian Crisis

Economic Sanctions Escalation

Global Economic Sanctions

Global Sanctions Landscape

Global Political Stability

The Impact of Sanctions

Russian Sanctions Debate

European Energy Sanctions

Episode Highlights

Impact on Russia

The Nature of Sanctions

Global Repercussions

Sanctioning Russia Is a Form of War. We Need to Treat It Like One.

Topics covered

Popular Clips

Episode Highlights

Impact on RussiaThe sanctions against Russia have caused a severe economic shock, leading to inflation, GDP contraction, and social upheaval. Ezra Klein and Nicholas Mulder explore how these measures impact ordinary Russians and the potential for regime change.

Impact on Russia

The Nature of SanctionsNicholas Mulder explores the evolution and impact of sanctions as tools of economic warfare. He discusses their historical roots, effectiveness, and ethical implications in the context of the Russia-Ukraine conflict.

The Nature of Sanctions

Global RepercussionsNicholas Mulder examines the profound impact of sanctions on global commodity markets, humanitarian crises, and political stability. He discusses how these economic measures, while intended to pressure governments, often lead to unintended and destabilizing consequences.

Global Repercussions