Former CIA Officers Talk Russia, Ukraine, Israel, Iran, China on Restricted Handling w/ Glenn Corn

This is a special episode from a new podcast I’m launching called Restricted Handling. Don’t worry, Combat Story will continue as I hand over to decorated war veteran and Marine Sniper and Recon operator AJ Pasciuti. Restricted Handling will have its own channel and page but folks who like Combat Story will also like RH so want to make sure you get a taste.

Restricted Handling is a term used in the IC for sensitive info and on this show you’ll hear from multi-tour cChief of Station Glenn Corn who has led CIA efforts in the field for many years in some of the most important places for US security that we - as you might expect - cannot name. Let’s just say that these insights you’ll hear are not academic or theoretical but borne from years running operations globally.

If you want a daily brief on all things Russia and China, look for the Restricted Handling podcast on Spotify. It’s a human-enabled and AI-powered briefing of the things you need to know but also great content from sources you may not know about. It’s all international security, geopolitics, military ops, intel ops, big economic plays and more.

Find Glenn at https://greatsouthbayinc.com/

Takeaways from this episode

Trump's changing stance on Ukraine reflects a desire for peace. Secondary sanctions target countries like India to pressure Russia. Potential summit locations indicate shifting diplomatic strategies. The human cost of war in Ukraine is staggering and long-lasting. Armenia's Prime Minister seeks to align with the West for economic growth. U.S. involvement in Armenia-Azerbaijan peace talks is crucial. Hezbollah's influence in Lebanon is being challenged politically. Iran's inability to respond to recent conflicts shows weakness. Espionage activities are increasing globally, highlighting security concerns. Wagner Group continues operations in Africa, disrupting U.S. interests.

Summary

In this conversation, former CIA officers Glenn and Ryan discuss the current geopolitical landscape, focusing on the tensions between Russia and Ukraine, the implications of Trump's foreign policy, and the human cost of war. They explore the historical conflict between Armenia and Azerbaijan, the influence of Hezbollah in Lebanon, and Iran's weakened position in regional conflicts. The discussion also touches on espionage activities and the Wagner Group's operations in Africa, highlighting the complexities of modern diplomacy and security challenges.

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