Part 7/11:
Friedman depicts the current world as "unanchored," where countries no longer operate strictly within the binary constraint of aligning with either the U.S. or Russia. Following Russia's failure, nations are free to adjust their foreign policies without the overwhelming influence of these superpowers. This new unpredictability calls for a reevaluation of traditional alliances and collaborative frameworks, especially as Europe appears to falter amidst the chaos.