JOHN MEARSHEIMER'S ARGUMENTS DEBUNKED - PART 1

In this video, Harris Sultan dives deep into John Mearsheimer’s Real Politics theory, critiquing Mearsheimer’s views on international relations, particularly in the context of Israel, Hamas, and Hezbollah. Harris breaks down Mearsheimer’s claim that ideals don’t matter in global politics and challenges his seemingly contradictory stance on Israel and Ukraine, where Mearsheimer suddenly emphasizes human rights. Harris also addresses the moral complexities of Israel’s ongoing conflict with Hamas and Hezbollah, presenting arguments on self-defense, proportionality, and the reality of warfare. Comparing Israel’s military actions to U.S. interventions in Afghanistan and Iraq, Harris counters Mearsheimer’s accusations of war crimes and genocide, explaining the strategic motives behind Israel’s actions. Through this critique, Harris raises key questions about the role of ideals, international law, and the morality of war in the real world. Tune in for a thought-provoking analysis of one of today’s most