Parallax Views w/ J.G. Michael Syria and the Great Game w Charlotte Dennett
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Dec 16, 2024 Charlotte Dennett, journalist, lawyer, and author of "Follow the Pipelines," discusses her father's mysterious death and its relation to oil politics in the Middle East. She delves into the Great Game for Oil, examining Syria's pivotal role in geopolitics and foreign interventions. The conversation uncovers the historical dynamics of espionage and conflicting interests that continue to shape modern conflicts. Dennett critiques mainstream narratives and explores the human toll of geopolitical ambitions, urging a deeper understanding of these complex connections.
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The Lost Spy and the Great Game
- Charlotte Dennett's father, Daniel Dennett, was America's first master spy in the Middle East, working for the OSS and later the CIG.
- His mysterious death in a 1947 plane crash prompted Dennett's investigation, revealing a "Great Game for Oil" among world powers.
Superficial Coverage
- Media coverage of Middle Eastern crises often lacks geopolitical context and the influence of oil interests.
- Understanding these hidden factors is crucial for comprehending the region's complexities.
Syria's Pipeline War
- Syria's rejection of a Western-backed pipeline from Qatar and approval of an Iranian pipeline fueled the Syrian Civil War.
- Pipelines, the "arteries of empire," necessitate military protection and control, escalating conflicts.
