UK: Tony Blair: West needs to figure out how to deal with 'radical Islam' without US

The transcript discusses the importance of balancing strategy and tactics when engaging with groups like the Taliban. It emphasizes the need for clarity and strength in engagement, recognizing the persistent ideology that may not align with people's choices. The discussion also highlights the risks of assuming opposition between groups, as alliances can form unexpectedly, posing threats to our way of life.

What is the speaker's view on engaging with groups that have delusional ideologies?

• Engage only if the ideology is chosen by the people.

• Avoid engagement at all costs.

• Engage tactically with accountability.

• Engage without any conditions.

According to the speaker, what is crucial when engaging with the Taliban?

• Avoiding any form of engagement.

• Engaging from a position of weakness.

• Engaging with clarity and strength.

• Engaging without considering security.

What does the speaker suggest about the relationship between opposing groups?

• They may unite when necessary.

• They have no ideological differences.

• They can never work together.

• They are always in conflict.

What historical example does the speaker use to illustrate unexpected alliances?

• The alliance between the US and Russia.

• The partnership between NATO and the UN.

• The coordination between Iranians and al Qaeda.

• The collaboration between China and India.

What is the speaker's final advice on engaging with ideologically hostile groups?

• Engage with caution.

• Avoid engagement entirely.

• Engage recklessly.

• Engage without any strategy.