Judging Freedom Larry Johnson: Does Trump Understand Russia?
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May 12, 2025 Larry Johnson, a political commentator and former intelligence officer with a deep knowledge of Russia, discusses the intricacies of Donald Trump's foreign policy. He critiques Trump's grasp of the Ukraine conflict and NATO's military strategies. Johnson sheds light on shifting U.S.-Israel relations, including tensions with Netanyahu and new negotiations bypassing Israel's government. The conversation also navigates geopolitical alliances, touching on historical conflicts and current tensions between India and Pakistan, all while blending serious analysis with humor.
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Trump's Misunderstanding of Russia
- Donald Trump's public statements show he does not realistically understand the Ukraine-Russia conflict.
- His administration actually oversaw military escalations that contributed to the war.
NATO's Offensive Posture Alarmed Russia
- NATO's exercises shifted from defensive to offensive under Trump's first term, alarming Russia.
- This escalation fueled the conflict as Russia perceived NATO's actions as direct threats.
NATO Expansion Drives Conflict
- The root cause of the Ukraine conflict is NATO's expansion, with Ukraine as a proxy.
- NATO uses Ukraine to exert pressure on Russia, not addressing wider strategic issues.