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Geopolitics with Ghost Ep. 87: NATO Expansion, Ukraine Escalation & The Shifting Global Order - 2/24/26
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In Episode 87 of Geopolitics with Ghost, Ghost dives into the escalating tensions surrounding Ukraine, NATO expansion, and the broader strategic realignment taking place between Russia and the West. He traces the historical context behind NATO’s eastward movement, examining how prior agreements and security assurances shaped today’s conflict environment.
Ghost analyzes Western diplomatic positioning, military aid packages, and the economic consequences of sanctions, arguing that the Ukraine war represents more than a regional dispute — it is a pivotal moment in the struggle over global power structures. He also explores how media narratives frame aggression, sovereignty, and legitimacy, contrasting official messaging with underlying geopolitical incentives.
The episode connects energy policy, defense alliances, and financial pressure into a cohesive picture of shifting alliances and multipolar tension. Ep. 87 offers a historical and strategic lens on the Ukraine conflict, focusing on how great power competition is reshaping the international system in real time.