Judging Freedom COL. Lawrence Wilkerson: State Dept and Syrian Terrorists.
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Dec 10, 2024 In this discussion, COL. Lawrence Wilkerson, former Chief of Staff to Secretary of State Colin Powell, dives deep into the tangled web of U.S. foreign policy in Syria. He highlights the chaotic relationship between the State Department and CIA, revealing the layers of funding and training for militant groups. Wilkerson also assesses the fate of critical locations like al-Jelani and discusses Israel's strategic interests amidst regional conflicts. He critiques U.S. intervention strategies and questions the reliability of claims about chemical weapons, enriching the understanding of an intricate geopolitical landscape.
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Iran-Contra Parallel
- Col. Wilkerson recalls the Iran-Contra affair as similar to the Syrian situation, involving covert operations and less powerful entities.
- He highlights the convoluted nature of these operations, citing an instance where CIA-backed fighters nearly engaged US Marines in a friendly fire incident.
CIA Autonomy and Syria Destabilization
- The CIA's autonomy in funding operations is questioned, citing a long-term effort to destabilize Syria dating back to the Bush administration.
- This extended campaign has led to convoluted situations with US-backed groups clashing with each other.
Unforeseen Consequences
- The US government's actions in Syria, like replacing Assad with extremists, lack foresight.
- This lack of planning for potential outcomes is a recurring pattern in US foreign policy.