Judging Freedom Matt Hoh: Voices of Resistance.
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Dec 3, 2024 Matt Hoh, an expert on Middle Eastern politics and outspoken critic of U.S. foreign policy, dives deep into the complexities of American military involvement in Syria and its fraught relations with Iran. He critiques the implications of U.S. actions on regional stability, comparing them to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The discussion also highlights fractures within Israeli political solidarity and questions the commitment to peace amid recent ceasefire violations. Hoh also analyzes NATO's role in the Russo-Ukrainian war and South Korea's martial law in response to North Korean threats.
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US Interference in Syria
- The US government continues to undermine the Syrian government, driven by an obsession with Iran.
- This obsession stems from a desire to hurt Iran and establish Israel as the dominant Middle Eastern power.
Counterproductive US Policy
- US involvement in Syria is counterproductive and harmful to American security.
- The US backs dangerous jihadist groups, leading to blowback and further instability.
US Military Presence in Syria
- The US military is actively present in Syria, occupying oil and wheat fields and supporting Kurdish fighters.
- This presence further destabilizes the region and fuels the ongoing conflict.