#279 - CIA Spy UNLOADS on Epstein, Bin Laden, China & Israel | John Kiriakou

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Feb 28, 2025

John Kiriakou, a former CIA spy and counterterrorism chief, shares his unfiltered insights on deep-seated issues like Jeffrey Epstein's network and its ties to intelligence agencies. He reveals chilling details about hunting Osama bin Laden, including the ethical dilemmas in espionage. The conversation touches on AIPAC's influence on U.S. foreign policy, and Kiriakou critiques the narrative around Israel-Palestine relations. With a mix of gripping stories and moral quandaries, he navigates the complex landscape of global intelligence and geopolitics.

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Epstein and Mossad

Julian Dorey and John Kiriakou discuss Epstein's black book.
They agree on the strong possibility of Epstein's involvement with Mossad.

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Mossad's Potential Motive

Kiriakou explains a potential Mossad motive for using someone like Epstein.
He suggests Mossad sought compromising information on influential figures.

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Israel's Long-Term Strategy

Dorey suggests a long-term strategy employed by Israel for survival.
This involves considering actions with impacts far into the future.

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