Judging Freedom Larry Johnson : Why Is the West Ignorant of Russia?
Dec 8, 2025
Larry Johnson, an independent analyst specializing in national security and foreign policy, dives into critical topics surrounding Western perceptions of Russia. He discusses the alarming reports of Israeli intelligence spying on U.S. troops and debates the effectiveness of U.S. aid to Palestinians. Johnson critiques Israel's military failures in Gaza and contrasts them with historical insurgencies. He also highlights Europe's disconnection regarding energy policies and emphasizes the need to reevaluate U.S. military strategies in relation to Russia and Venezuela.
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USS Liberty Example Frames Current Spying
- Larry recalls the USS Liberty attack as an example of Israeli intelligence overreach against the U.S.
- He uses the incident to frame contemporary Israeli spying as continuation of past behavior.
Hamas Undermines Modern Military Assumptions
- Israel has struggled for over two years to defeat Hamas despite overwhelming conventional advantages.
- That stubborn insurgency success undermines Western assumptions about modern military dominance.
Israel's Strategic Strains Grow
- Israel increasingly depends on the United States as domestic divisions and reservist reluctance weaken its position.
- Regional Arab states now view Israel as a major threat, undermining diplomatic initiatives like the Abraham Accords.
