Daniel Davis Deep Dive Russia Attacks Ukraine Differently Now - Beacause of Trump /Larry Johnson & Lt Col Daniel Davis
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Jan 12, 2026 
Larry Johnson, a former CIA intelligence analyst and geopolitical commentator, dives into the evolving nature of Russia's military strategy towards Ukraine. He highlights the negative impacts of U.S. policies and NATO expansion that have contributed to current tensions. Discussion revolves around the failures of Ukraine's recent offensives and the Russian military's infrastructure attacks. Johnson also critiques the implications of Trump's rhetoric on foreign policy and warns of the risks of wider conflict involving nuclear powers, emphasizing the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine.
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Hypersonics Change The Equation
- Russia used the hypersonic 'Oreshnik' to hit gas storage and air-defense sites, showing Western air defenses couldn't stop it.
- Johnson says the weapon's speed and kinetic penetration let Russia 'turn off the lights' in Ukraine.
Actions Undermine Negotiating Credibility
- Recent U.S. covert actions and rhetoric convinced Russia the U.S. won't negotiate in good faith.
- Johnson says that perception pushed Russia toward a more aggressive military posture early in the year.
Rhetoric Shapes Strategic Choices
- Johnson sees Trump's rhetoric and actions as flushing away constraints on executive power and fueling global instability.
- He predicts Russia will accelerate its offensive and seize Kyiv and Odessa if pushed.
