The Duran Podcast Dangerous times w/ Larry Johnson (Live)
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Feb 12, 2026 Larry Johnson, investigative analyst and Sonar21 founder with a focus on geopolitics and national security. He discusses rising tensions with Iran and the limits of US strike capabilities. He talks about Iran’s missile threat and possible retaliation. He covers Russia-China alignments, prospects for diplomacy, and the shifting balance of Western power.
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Analysts Pressured To Support Operations
- Johnson recounts analyst training history and institutional pressure from policymakers to conform, citing Vietnam-era examples.
- He shares George Allen's experience of political calls urging analysts to be 'team players' under presidential pressure.
Ukraine Likely Decided On The Battlefield
- Johnson and Mercouris expect Ukraine's fate to be decided militarily, with Russia likely to consolidate territorial gains.
- They predict Russia may retake key regions and force votes or absorb territory if diplomacy fails.
Epstein's Intelligence Links And Mishandling
- Johnson links Jeffrey Epstein to intelligence services and claims ties to Mossad and CIA operations dating to Iran–Contra.
- He states the Epstein affair was mishandled and that Bondi's Congressional testimony failed to transparently investigate powerful figures.