Larry Johnson

In this discussion, Larry Johnson, a former intelligence professional focused on geopolitics, shares insights on Russia's perspectives regarding the Ukraine conflict. He reveals that the Russian public is generally accepting of the war, viewing NATO as the primary adversary rather than Ukraine. Johnson also discusses the Kremlin's strategic military approaches, the historical context of the Chechen campaigns, and explains Russia’s confidence in its military resilience and production capacity. He critiques Europe’s economic challenges and mocks their remilitarization efforts.

Larry Johnson, a former CIA analyst and counterterrorism expert, shares insights from his recent meetings with Russian military leaders. He discusses the considerable advantages Russia holds in artillery and drone production compared to NATO. Johnson explores the strategic implications of Russia's hypersonic missiles and emphasizes the importance of recognizing adversarial strengths to avert miscalculations. He warns that underestimating Russia could lead to dangerous policy assumptions, particularly concerning a potential direct conflict with NATO.