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Larry Johnson: CENTCOM Commander Pushes for Renewed Strikes on Iran

This interview breaks down the escalating US-Iran conflict and the push for renewed strikes on Iranian infrastructure. We expose a hidden crisis within the US military, highlighting skyrocketing suicide rates, low morale, and severe fatigue among deployed troops. The discussion covers the staggering loss of US MQ-9 Reaper drones and Iran's rapid missile recovery. We also analyze the shifting Middle East geopolitical landscape, including strong warnings from Turkey, Egypt, and Qatar to Israel regarding Gaza, and the potential for a new regional security alliance. Tune in for a deep dive into the strategic realities, diplomatic tensions, and the unpredictable endgame of the ongoing Middle East wars.

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