Glenn Diesen - Greater Eurasia Podcast Larry Johnson: U.S. War on Venezuela Has Global Ramifications
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Jan 4, 2026 Larry Johnson, a former CIA intelligence analyst, discusses the U.S.'s recent covert actions against Venezuela, including the controversial capture of President Maduro. He critiques this operation as a tactical 'mission accomplished' that may lead to long-term instability, warning of potential domestic insurgency and historical parallels to Colombia’s guerrilla conflicts. Johnson also explores the geopolitical ramifications, highlighting strengthened ties between China and Russia, European reactions, and the potential humanitarian fallout, including risks of mass displacement.
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CIA Influence Helped Shape Venezuela's History
- Johnson recounts CIA influence in Venezuela's past, claiming Carlos Andrés Pérez was a paid CIA asset.
- He links earlier CIA mismanagement to Chavez's rise as a historical lesson.
Venezuela As Insurance For An Iran Attack
- Johnson links the seizure of Venezuelan oil to contingency planning for a possible attack on Iran.
- He contends Venezuela provides an alternative oil source if the Strait of Hormuz is disrupted.
Raid Relied On Inside Help And Covert Methods
- Johnson says Delta Force likely executed the raid with inside help and paid-off officials enabling the operation.
- He notes air defenses were muted or disabled and some intelligence methods may make legal prosecution problematical.