Prof. Jeffrey Sachs : CIA Running Killing Fields.

Summary

In this insightful conversation, Judge Andrew Napolitano and Professor Jeffrey Sachs delve into U.S. foreign policy, focusing on American involvement in Middle Eastern conflicts, particularly the role of Israel and its influence on U.S. actions. Sachs critiques the U.S.'s military interventions and regime change operations, such as those in Syria and Iraq, arguing they often serve Israeli interests. The discussion explores the potential for peace in the Middle East, emphasizing the importance of diplomacy and a two-state solution for Israel and Palestine, with Sachs calling on President Trump to break free from the influence of the Israel lobby and pursue peace.

Takeaways

• 😀 The U.S. government has used the CIA to instigate wars, often at the behest of Israeli prime ministers, causing significant destruction in the Middle East.
• 😀 In 2001, plans for multiple Middle Eastern wars were outlined, targeting countries that opposed Israel’s influence in Palestine.
• 😀 The U.S. has attempted regime changes in countries like Iraq, Libya, and Syria, leading to prolonged violence and civil war.
• 😀 The U.S. blocked peace in Syria, supporting a regime change operation that led to the deaths of 600,000 people.
• 😀 Netanyahu's persistent calls for U.S. involvement in a war against Iran have continued for over two decades, despite Iran not developing a nuclear weapon.
• 😀 Diplomatic efforts to end Iran’s nuclear program were sabotaged, leading to an escalation of tensions rather than peace.
• 😀 The U.S. has often rejected diplomacy in favor of military threats, worsening conflicts in countries like North Korea and Iran.
• 😀 Israel’s political goals, especially regarding the Palestinians, have been a driving force behind U.S. foreign policy in the region.
• 😀 The U.S. supports Israel's actions in Gaza and the West Bank, even when they involve war crimes and ethnic cleansing.
• 😀 The key to peace in the Middle East lies in resolving the Israel-Palestine conflict, which is the root cause of ongoing instability in the region.

Q & A

What is the main theme discussed by Professor Jeffrey Saxs in the video?

The main theme of the discussion revolves around U.S. foreign policy, particularly the role of the CIA in orchestrating wars in the Middle East, as well as the influence of Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu in these military actions.

What are the wars that Professor Saxs mentions as being part of U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East?

Professor Saxs lists several wars in the Middle East that were part of U.S. foreign policy, including the wars in Iraq, Syria, Libya, Sudan, Somalia, and Lebanon. He also mentions the ongoing threat of a U.S. war against Iran, which Netanyahu has advocated for over the years.

What role did General Wesley Clark play in the U.S. wars in the Middle East according to Professor Saxs?

General Wesley Clark is mentioned by Professor Saxs for revealing a Pentagon document, shown to him after the 9/11 attacks, which outlined plans for seven wars in five years, targeting Middle Eastern countries that opposed Israeli domination of Palestine.

How does Professor Saxs describe the U.S. intervention in Syria?

Professor Saxs describes the U.S. intervention in Syria as a 'disaster in the making.' He notes that President Obama authorized CIA support to overthrow President Bashar al-Assad's government, which led to a 14-year-long conflict with devastating consequences, including 600,000 deaths.

What is Operation Timber Sycamore and how does it relate to the Syrian conflict?

Operation Timber Sycamore was a covert U.S. operation that involved providing support to Syrian rebels in an effort to overthrow Bashar al-Assad. According to Professor Saxs, this operation played a major role in escalating the Syrian civil war.

What is the stance of Israel, particularly Netanyahu, towards Iran's nuclear program?

Professor Saxs explains that Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has repeatedly claimed that Iran is close to developing a nuclear weapon, but U.S. intelligence agencies, including MI6 and Mossad, have contradicted this. Netanyahu has been accused of rejecting diplomatic solutions in favor of escalating tensions with Iran.

Why does Professor Saxs believe that diplomacy with Iran failed?

Professor Saxs believes diplomacy with Iran failed due to the rejection of the 2015 nuclear agreement by President Trump and the influence of the Israeli lobby. He argues that instead of diplomatic engagement, the U.S. opted for punitive economic sanctions and military threats, leading to more instability.

How does Professor Saxs compare the situation in North Korea to the U.S. approach to Iran?

Professor Saxs compares the U.S. approach to Iran to its handling of North Korea in the 1990s, suggesting that both cases were undermined by a refusal to engage diplomatically. He points to the failure to negotiate a nuclear deal with North Korea under President Clinton and how this contributed to North Korea's nuclear weapons development.

What does Professor Saxs propose as a solution to the instability in the Middle East?

Professor Saxs suggests that the root cause of Middle Eastern instability is the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. He proposes that a two-state solution, which recognizes Palestine as the 194th state in the United Nations, could bring peace to the region and end the wars that have plagued it for decades.

What role does the U.S. play in blocking peace efforts in the Middle East, according to Professor Saxs?

Professor Saxs claims that the U.S. is the primary blocker of peace efforts in the Middle East, particularly by using its veto power in the United Nations Security Council to prevent a two-state solution for Israel and Palestine. He argues that a shift in U.S. policy, particularly under President Trump, could lead to lasting peace in the region.