Judging Freedom Larry Johnson: Who’s Fighting in Syria?
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Dec 2, 2024 Larry Johnson, a geopolitical affairs expert specializing in Russia, Syria, and Iran, sheds light on the complexities of the Syrian conflict. He discusses the intricate dynamics of U.S.-Russia relations and dispels misconceptions about Russia's military strength. Johnson also examines the myths surrounding Iran's role in terrorism, challenging narratives influenced by U.S. foreign policy. Additionally, he addresses Western attempts to undermine the Assad regime and critiques the dominant narratives of the Ukraine conflict, revealing deeper financial motivations.
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U.S. Misunderstanding of Russia's Strength
- The U.S. failed to take Russia seriously before and after the war in Ukraine.
- This is evident in Syria, where the U.S. actions are based on the false belief that Russia is weak and near collapse.
U.S. Intelligence on Avangard
- The U.S. intelligence community likely had some speculative conclusions about the Avangard missile based on limited data.
- However, it's unclear if they accurately predicted its characteristics or were completely surprised.
Iran and Terrorism
- The U.S. narrative of Iran being the biggest state sponsor of terrorism is false.
- Data shows significantly fewer attacks linked to Iran compared to groups like ISIS, and the U.S. supports terrorist attacks inside of Iran.