The Deep State's Role in Shaping Energy and Geopolitics

This chapter explores the historical ties between the CIA, oil industry, and political figures, including Dick Cheney and George Bush, Sr., while highlighting the CIA's past involvement in the oil industry. It discusses the Ukraine energy landscape, Russia's economic strategies, and geopolitical maneuvers surrounding natural gas supply in Europe, touching on gas diplomacy, the 2014 Ukrainian coup, and the State Department's influence in energy dynamics. Additionally, the chapter examines how the CIA, State Department, and major oil companies collaborate in covert actions, influencing decisions to protect individuals with vested interests.