Source: The Africa News Network
In this must-watch video, Professor Jeffrey Sachs exposes the hidden motives behind NATO expansion, the Ukraine conflict, and Israel’s Influence on U.S. Foreign Policy in his powerful address to the EU Parliament.
Detailed Summary
1. NATO Expansion and Russia’s Reaction
00:00:00 – NATO Expansion Begins
- 1999: NATO expanded by adding Hungary, Poland, and the Czech Republic.
- Russia opposed the expansion but was unable to prevent it.
- These nations were not directly bordering Russia, which softened the impact.
00:00:15 – U.S.-Russia Relations Post-9/11
- After 9/11, Putin pledged full support to the U.S.
- Despite this, the U.S. launched its “War on Terror,” which was later seen as a means of reshaping the geopolitical landscape.
2. The “Seven Wars in Five Years” Strategy
00:00:37 – Wesley Clark’s Revelation
- General Wesley Clark, former NATO Supreme Commander, revealed a U.S. plan in 2001 to launch seven wars in five years.
- The wars were meant to target old Soviet allies and groups seen as threats to Israel, like Hamas and Hezbollah.
00:01:02 – Netanyahu’s Role in U.S. Policy
- The wars were aligned with Netanyahu's strategy for Middle East dominance.
- Netanyahu allegedly wanted one state—Israel—controlling all territories, using U.S. intervention to remove any opposition.
3. U.S. Foreign Policy: Regime Change and Ukraine
00:02:00 – Long-Term U.S. Foreign Policy Strategies
- U.S. foreign policy is driven by long-term strategic goals, not just changing administrations.
- “It’s not about Clinton, Bush, or Obama. It’s a long-term project.”
00:02:37 – Ukraine’s Neutrality and U.S. Interference
- 2010: Viktor Yanukovych was elected in Ukraine on a platform of neutrality.
- Russia did not seek to control Ukraine, only to maintain its 25-year lease on the Sevastopol Naval Base.
00:03:10 – Western Narratives on Putin
- The claim that Putin seeks to rebuild the Russian Empire is dismissed as “childish propaganda.”
- U.S. regime change operations have been conducted worldwide, around 100 times.
4. U.S. Strategy in Ukraine and the Role of Propaganda
00:04:00 – Regime Change as U.S. Policy
- The U.S. does not negotiate with adversaries—it overthrows them.
- Covert action is preferred, but if that fails, overt military intervention follows.
00:05:03 – Media Manipulation and War Justification
- Mass media repeats U.S. foreign policy narratives unquestioningly.
- Every adversary is labeled “Hitler” to justify war:
- Saddam Hussein
- Bashar al-Assad
- Vladimir Putin
5. U.S. Policy and Ukraine’s Fate
00:05:39 – Kissinger’s Warning About U.S. Friends
- Henry Kissinger once said:
- “To be an enemy of the United States is dangerous, but to be a friend is fatal.”
- Ukraine was warned not to trust the U.S., but did not listen.
00:06:02 – The End of the War: Trump and Putin’s Role
- Trump does not want to back a losing war and will likely end it.
- The U.S. will shift focus elsewhere, leaving Europe and Ukraine to negotiate with Russia.
6. Israel’s Influence on U.S. Foreign Policy
00:07:01 – Netanyahu’s Influence Over U.S. Policy
- The U.S. handed over Middle East policy to Netanyahu 30 years ago.
- The Israel lobby dominates American politics.
00:08:44 – Palestine and the Two-State Solution
- The U.S. veto in the UN Security Council is the only obstacle to a Palestinian state.
- 180 countries support Palestine, but the U.S. and Israel oppose it.
7. The China-Russia-U.S. Power Struggle
00:10:47 – U.S. Perception of China
- China is seen as a threat not because of military aggression, but because it is economically successful.
- The U.S. fears China’s rise and labels it an enemy for economic reasons.
00:11:06 – Russia’s Security Concerns
- Russia does not intend to invade Europe but seeks security against NATO expansion.
- The U.S. unipolar dominance is fading, and Europe must now deal with Russia directly.
8. Europe’s Role and the Future of Diplomacy
00:12:00 – Europe Must Negotiate With Russia
- Europe should stop relying on U.S. policy and start its own negotiations with Moscow.
- The U.S. will lose interest in Ukraine, leaving Europe responsible for its security.
00:12:36 – The Baltic States and Russophobia
- Countries like Estonia and Latvia should stop antagonizing Russia and respect their Russian-speaking populations.
- Outlawing the Russian language is counterproductive and provokes tensions.
9. Final Thoughts: Global Leadership and Diplomacy
00:14:05 – The Need for Grown-Up Politics
- “We need to act like adults.”
- Diplomacy is about mutual respect, discussion, and negotiation—not childish aggression.
00:15:02 – Closing Statement: Policy Change Needed
- The speaker urges political change in Europe and the U.S.
- “Elect a new government, change policy.”
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