Analyst Michale Clarke warns that the Western world is at risk of severe political credibility loss due to President Donald Trump's sidelining of Ukraine. He predicts Ukraine may lose 20% of its territory as regional powers engage in what he describes as a 'new imperialism.' In this context, Clarke notes the ambitions of leaders like Putin, Xi Jinping, and Trump to expand their territories. According to the Institute for the Study of War, Putin remains intent on achieving Russia's original war aims in Ukraine, further complicating the geopolitical landscape.
"Sadly, I think we're on the edge of a historic betrayal of historic proportions. It looks as if Ukraine is going to lose close to 20% of its territory and the Western world is going to lose 100% of its political credibility."
"Vladimir Putin has been clear in where he wants to enlarge his country, Xi Jinping has made it very clear he wants to enlarge his country into Taiwan and the South China Sea, and Donald Trump is determined to enlarge his country."
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