Scott Horton Show - Just the Interviews 4/10/25 Ted Snider on American Operations in Ukraine and the Current State of the War
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Apr 11, 2025 Ted Snider, a philosopher and writer examining U.S. foreign policy, dives into recent U.S. involvement in Ukraine. He discusses a revealing New York Times article that prepares Americans for potential setbacks in the conflict. The conversation explores the ramifications of allowing long-range strikes in Crimea, highlighting the risks of nuclear escalation. Snider also critiques the changing narratives about U.S. support, shifting blame towards Ukrainian leaders, and analyzes military strategies and regional dynamics in this complex war.
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US Approach to Russian Red Lines
- The New York Times article reveals the US approached Russian red lines, risking World War III.
- This was done despite public claims of careful escalation by the Biden administration.
CIA Operations Inside Russia
- The CIA assisted Ukrainians with operations inside Russia (codenamed "inside the box").
- This included targeting Russian soldiers on sovereign Russian soil, a known nuclear trigger for Russia.
Operation Lunar Hail and Nuclear Risk
- Operation Lunar Hail authorized Ukraine to strike Crimea with US-supplied long-range missiles.
- The US estimated a 50% chance of nuclear war due to this authorization but proceeded anyway.
