Col. Lawrence Wilkerson

Saurabh Amari, UnHerd editor who analyzes oil and geopolitics, and Lawrence Wilkerson, retired Army colonel and former Colin Powell chief of staff. They unpack a widening oil supply shock and AI’s energy ties. They examine Jerusalem access restrictions and rising regional military moves. They discuss mysterious scientist disappearances and the strategic risks of a broader Iran conflict.

COL. Lawrence Wilkerson, former chief of staff to Secretary of State Colin Powell, dives deep into pressing geopolitical issues. He dissects the precarious situation in Ukraine, unraveling U.S. foreign policy complexities. The conversation shifts to Israel, where Wilkerson raises concerns about Prime Minister Netanyahu's actions in the Gaza conflict, particularly regarding the humanitarian crisis impacting children. He critiques global leaders' complicity and calls for accountability, bringing historical parallels into the spotlight for a thought-provoking discussion.

Col. Lawrence Wilkerson, retired Army colonel and former chief of staff to Secretary of State Colin Powell, offers sharp geopolitical commentary. He discusses surveillance near his home and worries about domestic militarization. He assesses Trump-China dynamics, corporate power and technocracy, nuclear risks and escalation in Iran, and shifting alliances across Europe, Korea, and the globe.

COL. Lawrence Wilkerson, a military expert and former chief of staff to Colin Powell, shares his insights on pressing geopolitical issues. He discusses the evolving defense strategies of South Korea and the implications of U.S. military presence in the region. The conversation delves into the chaotic situation in Aleppo and critiques the U.S. involvement in Syria, especially regarding oil fields. Wilkerson also tackles the complexities of U.S.-Russia relations and the challenges faced by Ukraine, offering a comprehensive view of current global conflicts.

COL. Lawrence Wilkerson, a military expert and former chief of staff to Colin Powell, shares his insights on the shifting landscape of military technology and its implications. He discusses Russia's missile advancements and their parallels to nuclear capabilities. The conversation also covers pressing diplomatic challenges with NATO, Trump's strategies regarding Ukraine, and the pitfalls of current U.S. foreign policy. Additionally, Wilkerson critiques the tensions between free speech and national security amid protests, emphasizing the need for open dialogue in complex times.

COL. Lawrence Wilkerson, retired Army colonel and former chief of staff to Secretary Colin Powell, shares sharp critiques of military and political decision-making. He discusses security clearance failures, whether Iran posed an imminent threat, Israeli influence on policy, economic fallout from war, risks of escalation including nuclear threats, and how Pentagon overconfidence led to miscalculations.

Lawrence Wilkerson, a retired U.S. Army Colonel and former Chief of Staff to the Secretary of State, shares insights on the decline of U.S. imperial influence and the erosion of the rule of law. He critiques the reckless foreign policies of the Trump era and explores the implications of a potential conflict with Iran. Wilkerson highlights how dismissing international law undermines U.S. authority and fuels rivalries with powers like China and Russia. He cautions about the repercussions of coercive strategies on Latin America and reflects on lost opportunities for a cooperative European security framework.

Lawrence Wilkerson, retired U.S. Army colonel and former chief of staff to the Secretary of State, gives stark military and foreign policy analysis. He discusses risks of escalation with Iran, how regional chokepoints and logistics could cripple global supplies, Israel’s mobilization crisis and the frightening possibility of nuclear scenarios and broader economic and political fallout.

Col. Lawrence Wilkerson, a retired Army colonel and former chief of staff to Colin Powell, joins the discussion with his wealth of experience on American foreign policy. He predicts a Trump presidency will emphasize a reluctance for war yet notes his unwavering support for Israel, raising fears of a potential conflict with Iran. The conversation delves into the ideological rifts within Trump’s administration, the U.S. military’s discontent, and the complex impact of nationalism on foreign policy strategy, particularly concerning Ukraine and the Middle East.

Col. Lawrence Wilkerson, a military officer and educator, shares his insights on the fraught geopolitical landscape between Israel and Iran. He discusses Netanyahu's contentious leadership and its implications for global security. The conversation delves into provocative assassination orders and critiques the political environment in Israel, assessing U.S. accountability. Wilkerson also examines regional responses to Israel's military actions, the impact of Russian alliances, and the media's selective coverage of Middle Eastern conflicts, highlighting the destabilizing effects on public perception.