
Jul 31, 2026
✦Bloomberg Business
Historian Peter Frankopan: 'Powerful Men Often Miscalculate'
Historian Peter Frankopan says wars in Ukraine and the Middle East are part of one story. He believes powerful nations often misjudge weaker rivals while middle powers gain influence. These conflicts show how global dynamics shifted. Frankopan noted, "Powerful men often miscalculate," highlighting the risks leaders face in today's world.