Judging Freedom Larry Johnson : Will Trump Permit More War in Ukraine?
Aug 25, 2025
Larry Johnson, a military and political analyst with deep expertise in international relations, discusses Trump's potential impact on the war in Ukraine. He delves into the complexities of U.S. involvement and critiques Trump's ambivalent stance on the conflict. Johnson highlights pressing humanitarian issues in Gaza and unpacks Netanyahu's leadership dynamics. The conversation also covers geopolitical challenges, including Germany's economic struggles amid military support for Ukraine and the shifting global power landscape.
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Netanyahu As A Power Addiction
- Johnson compares Netanyahu's hold on power to an addiction that imperils Israel.
- He says Netanyahu's choices have isolated Israel and deepened divisions within the Jewish community.
Trump's Peace Rhetoric Lacks Substance
- Donald Trump claims he favors peace but misunderstands the war's drivers and past U.S. involvement.
- Larry Johnson argues Trump could end the war today by stopping all military, economic, and intelligence support to Ukraine.
End Support To Force Negotiations
- Stop all military, economic, and intelligence assistance to Ukraine to force a negotiated end.
- Halting support would remove the means for continued fighting and pressure both sides toward settlement.
