Danny Jones Podcast #345 - Noriega's Secret Deal with Mossad & the DEA: New CIA Files Show Proof | Cillian Dunne
Nov 1, 2025
Cillian Dunne, an investigative writer and author, shares his insights on Manuel Noriega's complex relationships with intelligence agencies during the Cold War. He discusses how Noriega was initially a CIA asset and his evolving ties with Mossad. Cillian reveals chilling details about Noriega's involvement in the drug trade and the role of the U.S. in his rise and fall. They also explore the strategic importance of Panama and the dangerous implications of money laundering in the region. Don't miss Cillian's upcoming book, which dives deeper into these secrets!
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When Geopolitics Turned An Asset Into A Target
- The Iran-Contra scandal shifted U.S. political needs and turned Noriega from asset to scapegoat.
- Refusal to support Contra operations marked his falling out with U.S. officials like Poindexter and North.
Danger, Loyalty And Deleted Recordings
- Cillian lived, drank, and sparred with Carlos, who demanded toughness even at age 81.
- Carlos deleted sensitive recordings and warned Cillian that publishing could get him killed.
Modern Geopolitics Repeat Old Patterns
- China expanded influence in Latin America, including port ownership near the Panama Canal.
- U.S. leaders reacted by seeking tighter control over strategic choke points like the Canal.
