Judging Freedom Larry Johnson : The Dangerous Fallout of Khamenei’s murder
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Mar 2, 2026 Larry Johnson, a former intelligence professional and national security commentator, offers a compact tour of the risks from Khamenei’s killing. He outlines how the strike reshapes influence, sparks military and economic fallout, and stresses diplomatic breakdowns. He also examines regional sectarian dynamics and the limits of U.S. force posture.
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Killing Khamenei Undermines US Middle East Presence
- The U.S. and Israel have initiated a war that likely destroys America's ability to sustain a Middle East presence.
- Larry Johnson argues killing Ayatollah Khamenei — who for 36 years blocked Iran's nuclear program — is a strategic miscalculation that may spur nuclear ambitions.
Assassination Strategy Fuels Global Realignment
- Israel's assassination-first approach won't solve political grievances and instead accelerates geopolitical shifts toward Russia and China.
- Johnson links repeated targeted killings to long-term failure, citing Munich 1972 as a historical parallel.
Planned Strike Delayed By Iran Internet Cutoff
- A source told Larry Johnson an initial strike was planned for January 13th but delayed when Iran curtailed protests by cutting internet access.
- He also reports legislators were briefed that Israel would strike with or without U.S. participation, prompting U.S. involvement.