Judging Freedom AMB. Charles Freeman: Why Netanyahu Will Fail.
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Dec 3, 2024 AMB. Charles Freeman, an expert in international relations and Middle Eastern politics, shares his insights on the challenges facing Prime Minister Netanyahu. He discusses the intricacies of Israel's ceasefire in Lebanon and its fragile nature. Freeman analyzes the societal fractures within Israel and critiques Netanyahu's leadership amid the complexities of the Syrian conflict and shifting geopolitical alliances. The conversation also highlights the evolving military technology landscape and its implications for power dynamics in the region.
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Syrian Conflict Complexity
- The situation in Syria is extraordinarily complex, with multiple factions and foreign patrons.
- The US and Israel aim to overthrow Assad, while Israel also wants to fracture Syria.
US Involvement in Syria
- The U.S. has been involved in trying to overthrow the Syrian government for decades, even before Bashar al-Assad.
- This is a case of the U.S. picking fights with enemies of Israel.
Oreshnik's Impact
- Russia's new weapon, the Oreshnik, changes the war equation.
- It's a devastating, undefendable weapon that reduces the risk of nuclear war.