Leon Panetta says he also expects US president-elect to favor letting Russia retain control of areas of Ukraine

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.

  • Flying Squid@lemmy.worldMEnglish
    5·
    16 days ago

    I wouldn’t say because I am not privy to that information either.

    I do know what Trump has said he will do. I see no reason to disbelieve him.

    • Sundial@lemm.eeEnglish
      8·
      16 days ago

      So previous actions have no bearing here? If Israel came out and said that they intend to leave Gaza if Hamas no longer exists, would believe them? Or would you say they’re full of shit like any rational person would do?

      • Flying Squid@lemmy.worldMEnglish
        5·
        16 days ago

        Interesting how you keep insisting I tell you how I arrive at my conclusions and every time I do, you don’t accept it.

        But hey, when Netanyahu replaces Gaza with a bunch of resort hotels, you can proudly tell everyone that Biden would have allowed the same thing to happen… assuming you’re white, male, heterosexual and Christian. Otherwise you might be too busy starving in a concentration camp.