Judging Freedom Larry Johnson: NATO Playing with Fire.
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Apr 7, 2025 Larry Johnson, a former counter-terrorism official known for his deep understanding of national security and international relations, delves into pressing geopolitical issues. He discusses the recent tensions between NATO and Russia, emphasizing military operations in the Black Sea and Baltic regions. Johnson critiques U.S. military strategies, especially regarding Iran and Yemen, and highlights the provocative actions of NATO. He also explores the complexities of NATO’s Article 5 and the urgent need for a reevaluation of military production disparities in light of escalating confrontations.
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Potential War as Diversion
- Both Trump and Netanyahu face serious domestic issues, criminal and economic respectively.
- A potential outcome of their meeting could be resorting to war as a diversion.
Ground Invasion Unlikely
- A ground invasion of Iran or Yemen is unlikely due to the immense cost and manpower required.
- The U.S. Army, currently at 450,000, would need a substantial increase to 1.5-2 million troops for such an operation.
Iran as a Convenient Enemy
- Iran poses no direct threat to the U.S. and a limited threat to Israel, primarily supporting Palestinian statehood.
- The U.S. views Iran as a convenient enemy and an obstacle to their strategic goal of weakening Russia.