Judging Freedom COL. Lawrence Wilkerson : Is NATO Finished?
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Sep 4, 2025 COL. Lawrence Wilkerson, a former U.S. Army colonel and chief of staff to Colin Powell, discusses NATO's current relevance in a changing geopolitical landscape. He delves into the complexities of international relations, including Israel's leadership and the Gaza conflict's urgent need for global intervention. Wilkerson critiques U.S. military aid to Egypt and its implications for humanitarian issues while assessing NATO's capacity to respond to challenges in Ukraine. His insights raise vital questions about the alliance's future and the shifting power dynamics at play.
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State Dept. Spokesperson Pressure
- Wilkerson recalls dealing with Richard Boucher as Colin Powell's spokesperson and empathizes with the job's difficulty.
- He argues Boucher should have resigned over Israel-related duplicity instead of staying silent.
Proposed UN Force For Gaza
- Wilkerson supports a UN Chapter VII protective force in Gaza and hopes China will lead troop contributions.
- He suggests expanded Chinese engagement could reshape UN dynamics, even moving headquarters.
Regional Limits On Middle East Intervention
- Wilkerson explains why Arab states don't militarily intervene: domestic repression and resource constraints limit action.
- He cites Saudi executions and Egypt's food and water struggles as inhibitors.