Larry Johnson: Iran’s FINAL Play in Hormuz- Israel Attack FALLS APART- Yemen Flipped the Script
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Middle Eastern Security and Regional Pacts00:01:06
Larry Johnson dismisses the recent 'Mecca agreement' as theatrical, arguing that the participating nations lack the capability for joint operations or standardized military coordination. He emphasizes that the US has lost its credibility in the region and that regional powers are looking elsewhere for security, noting that US military installations in the Persian Gulf are now vulnerable.
US Military Challenges and Leadership00:13:24
Johnson critiques the US Navy's reliance on outdated or dysfunctional technology, specifically regarding aircraft carrier design and supply chain failures in the Indian Ocean and Persian Gulf. He labels President Trump's current handling of these military issues as ineffective and disastrous, noting that US sailors are not receiving proper support.
The Conflict in Lebanon and Yemen00:25:00
Johnson discusses the ongoing tensions in southern Lebanon, describing Israel's actions as hypocritical (using the Yiddish term 'chutzpah') for violating ceasefires while blaming Hezbollah. He also highlights that Yemen’s recent strikes on the Mocha port demonstrate a significant tactical shift against Saudi-aligned forces.
Ukraine, Russia, and Failed State Dynamics00:29:26
The discussion covers the depletion of Ukraine's Patriot interceptors and the reality of the war, which Johnson describes as a meat grinder. He argues that Ukraine has become a broken, failed state, whereas Russia is leveraging its natural resources to maintain economic resilience despite Western attempts at isolation.
Diplomacy and Assassination Allegations00:35:45
Johnson refutes the media narratives surrounding alleged Iranian attempts to assassinate Donald Trump, calling them staged distractions. He concludes by lamenting the decline of professional diplomacy, contrasting the high-level expertise of figures like Chaz Freeman with the perceived incompetence and hostility of current US administrators.