An International Master visits Bobby Fischer's grave in Iceland, reflecting on the chess legend's genius, his pivotal 1972 Cold War victory against Boris Spassky, his innovations in chess, and his later life marked by controversy, US sanctions, and eventual refuge and citizenship in Iceland.
Iran's new leadership faces internal divisions over a potential nuclear deal with the US, balancing ideological stances with pragmatic economic needs. Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei's intervention highlights the debate, while figures like Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf push for negotiation and economic relief, potentially shifting focus towards China amidst US sanctions.
Henry Kissinger's famous quote, "The courage to face hard truths, and the humility to remember they are not God," offers timeless advice on leadership. Despite controversy surrounding his own actions, the quote's emphasis on balancing strength with humility remains relevant for leaders at all levels.
The old order is dead. We just don’t know what will replace it. As Henry Kissinger reminded us in his 2014 book World Order, “no truly global order has ever existed”. After US President Donald Trump’s erratic actions, the gloves are off. American comedians and Iranian Lego cartoons tell us all we need to know about the demise of the old order. If the unipolar order is not viable, and America is abandoning the multilateral order and the rules of the game it created after World War II, what are...
