Judging Freedom

Pepe Escobar: Yemen Wins by a Landslide!

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May 9, 2025
Pepe Escobar, an independent geopolitical analyst and journalist, delves into Yemen's recent military successes and critiques U.S. strategies in the region. He highlights the resilience of the Yemeni people and the implications for U.S. credibility in foreign interventions. The discussion expands to geopolitical tensions involving Israel, Iran, and Hamas, and the shifting dynamics in U.S. foreign policy. Escobar also reflects on the historic partnership between Russia and China and its potential impact on global relations, signaling a new era in geopolitics.
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INSIGHT

U.S. Defeat in Yemen Explained

  • The U.S. suffered a major military humiliation in Yemen due to poor planning and misunderstanding the enemy.
  • Yemeni fighters successfully defended themselves and even damaged significant U.S. military assets.
INSIGHT

Yemen's Military and Moral Strength

  • Yemen is poor materially but rich in history, spirituality, and military strength.
  • Despite external support, Yemeni military victories are primarily their own and have forced the U.S. to back down.
ANECDOTE

Interview with IRGC Brigadier General

  • Pepe Escobar asked an IRGC brigadier general about "Operation True Promise 3" during a museum visit.
  • The general affirmed the operation is ready and will proceed on Iran's own terms without external influence.
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