Col. Larry Wilkerson: The U.S. Just Hit a Point of No Return
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Summary
Takeaways
- ❖Netanyahu is reportedly using 'Epstein files' as leverage to force Donald Trump into attacking Iran.
- ❖A US-led attack on Iran is predicted to result in the 'utter destruction of Israel' and a regional conflict escalating into a global war.
- ❖The Trump administration's foreign policy is characterized by sycophancy and a lack of coherent strategy, making it susceptible to manipulation.
- ❖China's Xi Jinping has declared an intent to make the Renminbi the world's foundational currency, challenging the dollar and the existing financial system.
- ❖Iran's diplomatic outreach to countries like Turkey, Egypt, Russia, and China signifies efforts to build alliances and seek support against potential US aggression.
- ❖The ongoing conflict in Ukraine is seen as part of a broader global instability, with calls for Europe to accommodate Russia in a new security structure.
Insights
1Netanyahu's Alleged Leverage Over Trump
Colonel Wilkerson states that Netanyahu is reportedly bringing 'Epstein files' to Washington to use as leverage against Donald Trump. These files allegedly contain compromising information about Trump or his family, including Melania, which Netanyahu intends to expose if Trump is 'recalcitrant' regarding an attack on Iran.
Wilkerson states, 'I'm told by people with whom I have discussed these sorts of things in the past and I've found them to be reliable that Netanyahu is going to bring Epstein files with him... he's going to use those if he has to to convince Trump to do exactly what BB wants him to do.'
2Prediction of Regional and Global War
Wilkerson predicts that a US-led attack on Iran, instigated by Netanyahu, will lead to a devastating regional conflict. This war is expected to quickly escalate, potentially involving Russia and China, and result in the 'utter destruction of Israel' and significant damage to US assets and global oil markets. He warns of a potential first use of a nuclear weapon since 1945.
Wilkerson states, 'We're looking at the potential for a conflict that gets completely out of control, becomes regional really fast, and then bleeds into Ukraine and other conflicts... particularly with Russia and China steaming into the region to join in... we're looking at a general war.' And later, 'This is the end of Israel if we go to this war.'
3Trump Administration's Foreign Policy Dysfunction
Wilkerson characterizes the Trump administration's foreign policy as lacking genuine unanimity, driven instead by sycophancy and fear among advisors. He believes Trump's ineptitude and disregard for briefings make him vulnerable to manipulation and contribute to global instability.
Wilkerson says, 'Your question is, is there unanimity in security and foreign policy? Yes, there is. But it's sycophancy. It's a bunch of people saying there's unanimity because they are sycophants and because they're scared to death of Donald Trump.'
4China's Strategic Financial Challenge to the Dollar
Xi Jinping has reportedly issued a communique declaring China's intent to become the world's number one financial power by making the Renminbi the 'most used, trusted, and foundational currency.' This move is seen as a deliberate strategy to dismantle the 'poisonous financial system' dominated by the dollar and Swift, effectively 'finishing off the empire' without direct military conflict.
Wilkerson quotes Xi Jinping as saying, 'China must now become number one in finance. We will do that by making the Renminbi the world's most used, trusted, and foundational currency.'
5Iran's Diplomatic Counter-Strategy
Iran is actively engaging in diplomatic efforts with regional and global powers, including Turkey, Egypt, Russia, and China. These discussions aim to seek help in preventing an attack, secure resupplies and potential military aid, obtain financial support, and build a coalition of allies to counter US pressure.
Wilkerson outlines Iran's diplomatic motivations: 'Iran is seeking help in terms of bringing the influence of that country to bear on the United States... to ask them for help... it might be money... it might be actually seeking more allies... the diplomats want to show the United States that Iran has other places to go and other people to talk to and even other friends.'
Bottom Line
The potential for Israel to use nuclear weapons in response to an overwhelming conventional attack from Iran is a serious concern, even without US approval.
This escalates the conflict beyond conventional warfare, introducing the risk of nuclear fallout and global catastrophe, making the initial decision to attack Iran exponentially more dangerous.
For international diplomacy, the urgency to de-escalate and establish robust nuclear non-proliferation frameworks in the region becomes paramount, potentially through new, inclusive nuclear treaties.
China's declared ambition to make the Renminbi the world's foundational currency represents a strategic, non-military approach to 'finish off the empire' (the US-led global order).
This signals a fundamental, long-term shift in global power dynamics, where economic and financial dominance could replace military might as the primary tool for geopolitical influence, potentially rendering traditional military interventions less effective.
Businesses and nations should prepare for a multi-polar financial world, diversifying currency reserves and trade mechanisms beyond the dollar, and exploring new financial instruments and platforms emerging from China and BRICS nations.
Key Concepts
March to Folly
The concept, popularized by Barbara Tuchman, describes nations pursuing policies contrary to their own self-interest despite clear warnings. Wilkerson applies this to the current geopolitical situation, where leaders are 'marching up to it with open eyes but no brain,' leading to disaster.
Lessons
- Recognize that geopolitical decisions, especially regarding military action, can be influenced by personal leverage and political motivations rather than strategic national interest.
- Understand that a military conflict with Iran carries a high risk of regional escalation, potentially leading to the use of nuclear weapons and broader global involvement.
- Monitor China's efforts to establish the Renminbi as a global reserve currency, as this represents a significant, long-term challenge to the existing dollar-dominated financial system.
- Be aware that US foreign policy, particularly under certain administrations, may be perceived as inept and susceptible to manipulation, leading to unpredictable outcomes.
- Consider the interconnectedness of global conflicts (Middle East, Ukraine) and the potential for them to converge into a wider, more devastating 'general war'.
Notable Moments
Discussion of Netanyahu's alleged use of Epstein files to influence Trump.
This highlights a potentially unprecedented and highly personal form of political leverage influencing critical foreign policy decisions, raising questions about the integrity of international relations.
Prediction of Israel's 'utter destruction' if the US attacks Iran.
This is a stark and severe prediction, emphasizing the catastrophic potential of the proposed conflict and challenging the narrative that a limited strike is possible.
Xi Jinping's stated goal to make the Renminbi the world's foundational currency.
This reveals a long-term, strategic challenge to US global financial dominance, indicating a fundamental shift in the global order that may not involve direct military confrontation but rather economic re-alignment.
Quotes
"Netanyahu is going to bring Epstein files with him. That is to say he's going to bring things that he can expose Donald Trump is associated with or Donald Trump's family is associated with... and that he's going to use those if he has to to convince Trump to do exactly what BB wants him to do."
"We're looking at the potential for a conflict that gets completely out of control, becomes regional really fast, and then bleeds into Ukraine and other conflicts that are potentially awaiting a start right now, particularly with Russia and Russia and China steaming into the region to join in, as it were. We're looking at a general war which is not a good prospect for the planet."
"The only good thing that might come out of this... the only good thing is the elimination of the state of Israel."
"China must now become number one in finance. We will do that by making the Renminbi the world's most used, trusted, and foundational currency."
"I think this is the end of Israel if we go to this war."
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