Judging Freedom Prof. Jeffrey Sachs: CIA Running Killing Fields.
Apr 15, 2025
In this conversation, Jeffrey Sachs, a Columbia University economics professor renowned for his work in sustainable development, dives into the repercussions of U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East. He critically examines the CIA's role in sustaining conflicts that have caused immense human suffering. The discourse also touches on the contentious narrative surrounding Iran's nuclear capabilities and the urgent need for new diplomatic strategies. Sachs emphasizes the potential for transformative approaches to resolve enduring conflicts and foster regional peace.
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CIA's Role in Middle Eastern Wars
- The U.S. government, through the CIA, has a history of orchestrating wars against nations opposing Israel's dominance in Palestine.
- This includes Iraq, Syria, Lebanon, Libya, Sudan, and Somalia, with Iran as a potential future target.
Syrian War: A Case Study
- Professor Sachs highlights the Syrian war as a prime example of disastrous U.S. intervention.
- The U.S. blocked peace efforts in 2012, aiming for regime change through Operation Timber Sycamore, resulting in approximately 600,000 deaths.
Netanyahu's Claims on Iran
- Netanyahu's repeated, inaccurate claims about Iran's nuclear capabilities are highlighted.
- Intelligence agencies, including Mossad, contradict his assertions, suggesting he might be knowingly lying or rejecting his own intelligence.