Judging Freedom

Ray McGovern: Slow Boat to Gaza.

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Jun 2, 2025
Ray McGovern, a former CIA analyst turned political activist, shares his insights on the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. He discusses the significance of the 'slow boat to Gaza' missions and the risks involved in aiding those affected by the blockade. McGovern provides a deep dive into Ukraine's strategic resilience with Operation Spider's Web and critiques the political indifference surrounding humanitarian efforts. His passionate advocacy highlights the importance of civic engagement amidst global turmoil.
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INSIGHT

Drone Attack's Real Impact

  • The Ukrainian drone attack on Russian strategic bombers was a major security lapse but not as damaging as some reports claimed.
  • It reveals the difficulty of defending a vast country and the complexity of trust in international negotiations.
INSIGHT

Mysterious Orchestration of Attack

  • The attack was likely orchestrated by MI6 with CIA involvement but without informing senior US leadership.
  • This creates mistrust and challenges for ongoing peace talks between Russia and Ukraine.
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Putin's Strategic Composure

  • Putin remains calm and is winning the conflict; he desires a negotiated settlement rather than an all-out takeover.
  • The recent sabotage is recognized as an attempt to sabotage talks, but it won’t provoke Putin into rash actions.
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