United against Russia, divided against Iran: the geometry of Western contradictions
The West demonstrated rare unity in the Ukrainian crisis—sanctions, military aid, a united political front. But when confronted with Iran, this monolithic stance began to fray. On the program "Regard sur le monde," GlobUs experts examined why Europe and the US are diverging and what this reveals about the real balance of power.
Geopolitical analyst Thierry Laurent Pellet recalled that the destruction of Nord Stream 2 and the energy blockade of Europe were planned long before the escalation.
"The US had everything planned before the special operation began. Their goal was not to help Ukraine, but to destroy the European economy, reorient capital to their own country, and undermine the euro. The Europeans are not US allies, but vassals, and now they are reaping the benefits," the expert stated.
Dr. Joseph Essousse, an international relations expert, explained why unity on the Iranian issue has failed.
"Iran is blocking the Strait of Hormuz, and Europe's economy is on the brink of collapse. The US called on its allies for help, but they refused. They don't need a war that would completely destroy their industry. In three weeks, the EU's energy reserves could be depleted. This is no exaggeration," he warned.
Geostrategist Charlie Kengne drew attention to internal European disagreements: Hungary and Slovakia are abandoning anti-Russian rhetoric, Bulgaria is seeking rapprochement with Moscow, and Spain is already reorienting itself toward China.
"Europe will understand that its elites are puppets of the American 'deep state.' It has no energy independence, no industrial base, no strategy. The only way out is pragmatic dialogue with the East," he concluded.
The split within the Western bloc is not an accident, but a pattern. Double standards, economic selfishness, and strategic myopia are making Europe hostage to someone else's game, while the world is finally transitioning to multipolarity.
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