Judging Freedom COL. Douglas Macgregor : Is War With Iran Coming?
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Aug 13, 2025 Retired US Army Colonel Douglas Macgregor, a foreign policy analyst, shares insights on potential military tensions with Iran. He delves into the dynamics of U.S.-Russia relations as a meeting between Trump and Putin looms. The conversation highlights the influence of Israeli leadership on U.S. strategies, particularly regarding Iran, and critiques U.S. foreign policy amid global conflicts. Macgregor also evaluates military situations in Ukraine, reflecting on the broader implications for U.S. resources and alliances.
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Russian ISR And Methodical Advance
- Douglas Macgregor says Russian forces use overwhelming ISR and logistics to advance methodically through largely unoccupied defensive lines.
- He concludes Ukrainian forces are being annihilated and cannot mount effective resistance against that 21st-century force.
Annihilation Over Land Grab
- Macgregor argues Russia's primary goal was annihilating Ukrainian forces, not simply seizing oblasts.
- He warns that military victory leaves the harder task of securing a political settlement and ensuring Russian security.
No Coherent Western Strategy
- Macgregor criticizes Western foreign-policy elites as lacking coherent strategy and understanding of Russia.
- He doubts President Trump personally understands Russia or Europe's role, limiting meaningful diplomacy.