Theodore Postol

Theodore Postol, MIT professor and former Pentagon advisor specializing in missiles and missile-defense, explains how Iranian missiles and drones were vastly underestimated. He discusses Iran’s underground launch resilience and why bunker-busters fail. He outlines how commercial tech like Starlink and Beidou boosts drone precision and how cheap drones overwhelm expensive interceptors. He also examines radar targeting and interceptor depletion.

Theodore Postol, MIT Professor Emeritus and former Pentagon advisor, breaks down the capabilities of Russia's Oreshnik missile, revealing it as a powerful conventional weapon. He discusses the design and operational mechanics, debunking myths around its nuclear equivalence. Postol highlights the missile's impact physics and tactical uses, emphasizing its effectiveness against buildings and challenges in interception. He also warns against conflating conventional strikes with nuclear threats, highlighting the risks of political misunderstanding in military contexts.

Theodore Postol, an expert in international security, joins political analyst Alexander Mercouris and Russia scholar Glenn Diesen to dissect contemporary military tensions. They draw alarming parallels to the Cuban Missile Crisis amid plans for U.S. missile deployment in Germany. The discussion covers the challenges of missile detection, critiques of nuclear strategies, and the disconnect between political leaders and military realities. Insights on historical inaccuracies in reports, particularly about Syria, emphasize the need for informed dialogue and scientific integrity in addressing nuclear risks.

Theodore Postol, MIT professor and analyst of missile and national security issues. He discusses Iranian missile performance, tactics to deplete defenses, and how strikes changed since June. He examines radar and shelter vulnerabilities, regional escalation risks, and the broader roles of China, Russia, and U.S. strategy.

Dr. Feroze Sidhwa, a trauma surgeon with firsthand experience in Gaza, reveals staggering estimates of the death toll that contradict official figures, highlighting the urgent need for accurate reporting. Professor Theodore Postol adds depth with his expertise on weaponry, illustrating the destructive capabilities of the arms used. Both emphasize the dire humanitarian crisis, the importance of understanding true casualties, and the geopolitical implications of the ongoing conflict on international aid and diplomatic efforts.