Scott Horton Show - Just the Interviews 7/5/25 Matt Williams on Taiwan, Nukes, War Crimes and Ukraine
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Jul 7, 2025 
In this engaging discussion, Matt Williams, an Australian military analyst and Afghan war veteran, shares his insights on global military tensions. He delves into the likelihood of conflict over Taiwan and Australia's military readiness against threats like China. The conversation touches on nuclear proliferation risks, the hypocrisy of war crimes, and the ongoing situation in Ukraine. Williams also reflects on his journey in the Australian Army and the moral complexities soldiers face in high-pressure environments. His unique experiences illuminate the intersection of personal narrative and international relations.
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Australia's Defense Dilemmas
- Australia relies heavily on the US for defense but lacks the military power to independently deter neighbors like China or Indonesia.
- Guerrilla warfare and long-range patrol tactics are key to Australia's defense strategy against any potential invasion.
Taiwan Invasion Costs
- Taking Taiwan militarily is enormously costly and complex, requiring massive troop landings vulnerable to attack.
- China may prefer strategic patience given the immense military and political risks involved in an invasion.
Inevitable Nuclear Proliferation
- The race to nuclear weapons proliferation is inevitable as nations seek deterrence if they can't rely on US protections.
- Countries like Australia and Ukraine see nuclear arms as essential if the US might not intervene militarily.