Daniel Davis Deep Dive NOTHING is STOPPING RUSSIA /Lt Col Daniel Davis & Larry Johnson
Sep 25, 2025
In this discussion, Larry Johnson, a former CIA analyst and national security commentator, shares keen insights on U.S.-Russia relations. He critiques Trump's statements on Ukraine, suggesting they could be strategic trolling. The conversation delves into the implications of U.S. actions at the UN, the effectiveness of military strategies, and Russia's economic resilience amid ongoing conflict. They also explore the risks of NATO involvement and military operations near Venezuela, highlighting the potential for serious escalations in global tensions.
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Limits Of Rapid U.S. Military Intervention
- Larry highlights limits to U.S. rapid intervention: mobilizing and sustaining forces takes months and logistics.
- Deploying NATO aircraft or troops to Ukraine would face short timelines and heavy Russian defenses.
High Risk Of Missile Escalation
- Larry explains Russian air defenses (S-400/S-500) likely intercept Western cruise missiles and Tomahawks.
- Any strike risks escalation because Russian planners assume incoming missiles may carry nuclear warheads.
Russia's Stabilized War Economy
- Larry says Russia's wartime economy stabilized after 2022 surges and inflation control measures.
- Russia can sustain military operations without full 'total war' mobilization, contrary to some Western expectations.