Judging Freedom Prof. Jeffrey Sachs: Can Netanyahu Steal Syria?
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Dec 17, 2024 
Professor Jeffrey Sachs, an expert in sustainable development and global health, delves into the complex geopolitical tensions surrounding Syria and Israel. He discusses the chilling consequences of targeted assassinations and the normalization of military aggression. Sachs critiques the influence of intelligence agencies and the Israeli lobby on U.S. foreign policy. He warns about the dangerous implications of U.S. military primacy near Russia and China, urging a reassessment of strategies to prioritize national security and prevent escalation.
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Escalation Risks
- The assassination of General Kirilov demonstrates a disregard for limits in warfare.
- This disregard, especially from the U.S., Ukraine, and Israel, increases the risk of escalating the conflict.
Western Buildup and NATO Expansion
- Putin highlights Western military buildup near Russia's borders under the guise of a Russian threat.
- This tactic, coupled with NATO expansion, increases military spending and undermines existing security architecture.
U.S. Primacy
- Mitch McConnell's article in Foreign Affairs magazine promotes U.S. primacy.
- This view, shared by many Republican senators, is dangerous and risks escalating tensions with rivals.