Judging Freedom Alastair Crooke : Israel Losing US Support Fast.
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Sep 29, 2025 
Alastair Crooke, a former diplomat and expert on Middle Eastern geopolitics, shares insights on the shifting U.S. support for Israel. He discusses Trump's strategies regarding Iran and Ukraine, emphasizing that U.S. focus may be pivoting towards preparing for conflict over energy resources. Crooke highlights Israel's struggle for American public opinion as younger generations become less supportive. He also warns about underestimating Iran's readiness and showcases Hezbollah's quiet recovery amidst Israeli overstretch. A thought-provoking exploration of complex dynamics!
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Trump Sees Energy As Debt Strategy
- Trump views a potential Middle East campaign as central to regaining strategic energy assets and easing US debt pressure.
- Keeping Russia engaged in Ukraine helps ensure it cannot oppose action in Iran.
Timing Iran Action Around Ukraine
- The Trump team prefers the Ukraine conflict to simmer rather than escalate to keep Russia preoccupied before any Iran strike.
- Russia and China reject snapback sanctions and treat the JCPOA as still operative until mid-October.
Netanyahu's Eighth Front Is US Influence
- Crooke argues Netanyahu's 'eighth front' is to maintain influence inside the United States, especially over internet platforms and young Americans.
- Losing US public and youth support would be existential for Israel's future influence.