Summary

Former CIA Director Leon Panetta warned that Trump’s return to the White House could embolden Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, giving him a “blank check” in the Middle East and increasing the risk of war with Iran.

Panetta expressed concern that Trump would support Netanyahu’s aggressive stance against Iran without restraint, potentially worsening regional instability.

Panetta also predicted Trump might allow Russia to retain parts of Ukraine if he returns to office, though he doubted Trump’s negotiation skills.

He criticized Trump’s approach to foreign policy, suggesting Trump would be inclined to “capitulate” to authoritarian leaders, which may not sit well with some Republicans.

  • @InverseParallax
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    216 days ago

    HOW?!?!

    You do realize, the only way to get from Iran to Israel, is via air.

    The Iranian air force has checks notes some old mig-21s, 25s, F-4s and F-14s that don’t fly.

    The Israeli Air Force has checks notes F-15s (undefeated in air combat) and F-35s (ditto).

    It wouldn’t be a fight, it would be one of those scenes in movies where the guy is tied up and beaten for information, till the guy punching just gets tired of swinging and takes a quick break.