Judging Freedom Alastair Crooke : Is the Trump Mystique Broken?
Jul 28, 2025
Alastair Crooke, a former British diplomat and intelligence officer, delves into the shifting political landscape surrounding Trump. He discusses the growing discontent within Israeli society and the moral dilemmas sparked by recent conflicts. The conversation shifts to geopolitical tensions, analyzing Israel's role in the Middle East and the implications of the Epstein scandal on Trump’s foreign policy. Crooke highlights how younger voters perceive the 'America first' mantra amid allegations of elite corruption, questioning its impact on U.S. diplomacy.
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Fractured Israeli Society
- Israeli society is deeply fractured and morally conflicted over policies in Gaza and ongoing conflicts.
- There is significant distrust within Israeli military and public against Netanyahu's government and its strategies.
Abraham Accords' Hidden Reality
- The Abraham Accords are a facade for military subjugation under Israeli and U.S. hegemony.
- They worsen sectarian divisions and fuel conflict, especially directed against Iran and its allies.
Trump's War Diversion Risk
- Trump risks diverting attention from the Epstein scandal by escalating military actions, possibly against Iran.
- Limited missile inventory pressures a move toward larger conflicts involving significant weaponry like Tomahawks.