The Victor Davis Hanson Show Current Dealings With China And Russia and the First Gulf War
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Aug 2, 2025 Dive into the historical intricacies of the First Gulf War and its lasting geopolitical impact. Explore the shifting dynamics between the U.S. and Russia, especially during the Medvedev and Obama years. Discuss China’s aggressive espionage tactics and their strategic expansions. Uncover the human costs of modern conflicts, like the Russia-Ukraine war, and reflect on California's urban challenges and healthcare accessibility. The conversation weaves through crucial political narratives, calling for a reassessment of international diplomacy and prioritization of citizen needs.
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China's Global Espionage Strategy
- China uses students and ships for espionage and strategic presence worldwide.
- They position vessels at global choke points to control commerce in crises.
Taking Russian Nuclear Threats Seriously
- Russian nuclear threats are serious and not mere bluster.
- Defensive measures like missile defense are critical as deterrence strategies.
Gulf War Chemical Exposure
- Bombing of Iraqi nerve gas depots in the First Gulf War caused toxic exposure among U.S. soldiers.
- Many returning soldiers suffered chronic illnesses linked to chemical exposure.
