

Toward a Second Cuban Missile Crisis? - Theodore Postol, Alexander Mercouris & Glenn Diesen
11 snips Aug 3, 2024
Theodore Postol, an expert in international security, joins political analyst Alexander Mercouris and Russia scholar Glenn Diesen to dissect contemporary military tensions. They draw alarming parallels to the Cuban Missile Crisis amid plans for U.S. missile deployment in Germany. The discussion covers the challenges of missile detection, critiques of nuclear strategies, and the disconnect between political leaders and military realities. Insights on historical inaccuracies in reports, particularly about Syria, emphasize the need for informed dialogue and scientific integrity in addressing nuclear risks.
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Intro
00:00 • 6min
Understanding the Current Geopolitical Tensions Through Visual Aids
05:36 • 3min
Missile Mechanics and Deterrence Dynamics
08:14 • 20min
Nuclear Strategy and Political Ignorance
27:46 • 28min
Examining the Credibility of Official Reports on Syrian Chemical Attacks
55:59 • 3min
Understanding Artillery Craters and Intelligence Failures
59:15 • 3min
Nuclear Threats and Scientific Integrity
01:02:42 • 24min
Missile Defense and International Tensions
01:27:04 • 9min