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The speaker expresses shock at a graph comparing the money supply of the U.S. (red) and Israel (blue) over the past seven years, then over a broader period. The speaker claims Israel has printed so much money that it is now worthless, yet their economy is fine. The speaker suggests this is the reason Israel has to start bombing and killing people.

Ambassador Chas Freeman, former U.S. Assistant Secretary of Defense and former U.S. Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, discusses tensions in the Middle East, focusing on the Israel–U.S. relationship, a potential U.S.-Iran framework, and broader regional and global implications. Freeman says there is “a great deal of tension” between Netanyahu and Trump, asserting that Netanyahu “basically talked Trump into this war,” which “gone very badly” and appears to end without achieving stated objectives. He describes a potential Trump exit strategy: allowing Congress to vote to end the war and portraying it as a betrayal by Democrats and “apostate” Republicans. Freeman argues that any exit would leave Israel “high and dry” and would “invalidate the US partnership with Israel against Iran,” since “no future president is going to do what Donald Trump did.” He characterizes the current status as a “memorandum of understanding” that is “an agreement to negotiate,” not peace or an agreement itself. Freeman contrasts Trump’s earlier approach—going to war “with no negotiations” and using diplomacy as a cover—with current claims that diplomatic means must be exhausted first. He says figures including Mr. Widokoff and Mr. Kushner have been removed and that mediation is now being run by “professional diplomats and leaders from Pakistan and Qatar.” Freeman describes immediate Israeli reaction as subdued due to an election environment, while Israel’s critics in the U.S.—including Lindsey Graham and Ted Cruz—push for returning to war. He portrays Trump as politically cornered: pressured by Netanyahu and Israeli donors, facing rebellion from parts of the Republican base, and dealing with military concerns that there is “no real military option,” with the possibility that the military has sought written orders to avoid blame. On the alleged framework’s key issues, Freeman claims its essence is that the Strait of Hormuz will be open. He disputes that any deal would mean “no tolls,” saying Iran would not accept that and is demanding sanctions relief and release of frozen funds in the “tens of billions of dollars.” He argues Iran will not do anything without receiving something first due to a lack of confidence in the U.S., including the U.S. leaving the JCPOA and repudiating commitments in subsequent negotiations. Freeman argues Iran’s position implies “zugzwang,” where any U.S. actions lead to defeat, stating Iran will not release enriched uranium to third parties, not relinquish control of the Strait of Hormuz, and will not make compromises to appease the U.S. He adds that any deal would face sabotage risk: “If there actually is a deal, Israel is in a perfect position to sabotage it, and will do so,” including insistence on “a real, as opposed to a phony ceasefire in Lebanon.” Freeman broadens the discussion to Lebanon and Israel’s domestic and international standing. He says Israel’s aim in Lebanon remains “an effective annexation,” describing a buffer zone as turning southern Lebanon into “the equivalent of a Gaza.” He also says Hezbollah is using optical fiber-guided drones and that Israel is losing soldiers and equipment, while Lebanese government negotiations are a “sideshow” because Hezbollah has denounced them. He cites Israel’s overstretched forces, declining economy, fatigued reservists, internal divisions, and election pressures on Netanyahu. He also discusses reputational decline abroad, including claims about U.S. political views and European reaction to incidents involving a flotilla. Freeman states that Israel is “essentially a pariah internationally,” while the U.S. continues to back it. He says Israel has “never put forward a single peace proposal” in 78 years and claims this record of belligerence is “unmatched in human history.” He concludes that if the U.S. continues “write blank checks” with no conditions, Israel will not make strategic choices and the state will collapse as foreign support fades. On China, Freeman describes China’s approach as “masterly inactivity” and says China backs Pakistan’s mediation efforts while seeking peace and stability in the Persian Gulf for energy and for restoring UN Charter and international law principles. He claims China has not modified export controls to Iran and that China may be providing technical assistance affecting air defenses. Freeman states it is “ridiculous” to expect China to endorse American aggression against Iran. Freeman argues the war has shifted the strategic environment: Iran is not disarmed, may move toward nuclear capability, and may hold the Strait of Hormuz, improving its leverage. He says the GCC is split, citing Oman’s cooperation with Iran and participation by other Gulf states in discussions about post-war order. He also mentions Hajj as a factor reducing arguments for military action. Finally, Freeman discusses possible U.S. outcomes, comparing the current period to Vietnam but saying Vietnam’s context was different due to Cold War bipolarity. He argues foreign wars are unpopular in the U.S. and predicts reduced alliance strength, discredited international law, and a trend toward arms races and requests for reduced U.S. presence. He describes a turbulent transition toward new polycentric regional orders, with Europe facing questions about viability and international institutions needing replacement. He ends by saying there are “many, many questions, no answers,” and emphasizes that major historical change has been occurring, implying the present is not permanent.

Adversaries use inexpensive drones that are shot down with expensive missiles, creating an unsustainable cost imbalance. The Houthi Armed Forces are maintaining military operations and a naval blockade on the Israeli enemy, which will continue until aggression against Gaza and Lebanon ceases and the siege on Gaza is lifted. Cargo to Eilat from the Far East is halted because ships are avoiding Babel Mandab. The port of Elat is shut down, resulting in tens of billions of dollars in losses to the Israeli economy annually. Shipping has stopped due to Houthi attacks, impacting vehicle imports (previously 250,000 annually) and exports of agricultural products and minerals.

So right now, as we speak tonight, there are two THAAD missile batteries in Israel. That's one quarter of the world's total supply of THAAD missile batteries. They are American military personnel, and they are manning these batteries to protect Israel. And that shouldn't surprise you because since 10/07/2023, which is a little less than two years ago, The United States has spent at minimum $30,000,000,000 defending Israel. Israel is by far, no one comes close, the largest recipient of USAID over time and currently. They don't know how disproportionate our attention to Israel and our spending on Israel is relative to the rest of the world.

Saudi Arabia joining BRICS means that these countries will have control over 90% of the world's oil. Israel plays a crucial role for the US in the Middle East, serving as an ambassador and providing intelligence. If Israel were to disappear, Russia and China would gain control over the Middle East, which would be disastrous for US national security.

So right now, as we speak tonight, there are two THAAD missile batteries in Israel. That's one quarter of the world's total supply of THAAD missile batteries. The THAAD missile battery is an American made, very high-tech missile battery that takes incoming missiles out of the sky. And one quarter of the world's entire supply of these is in Israel right now manned by US troops, by Americans in uniform or not. Since 10/07/2023, which is a little less than two years ago, The United States has spent at minimum $30,000,000,000 defending Israel. So anyone who says, oh, it's just a drop in the bucket. It's totally insignificant is lying or doesn't know the numbers. We are spending our time, our money, and we're taking enormous risks on behalf of a country that geopolitically is not significant at all.

Israel has a strong hold on the American government, controlling members of the House and Senate. They have involved us in wars that we have little interest in, causing our nation to go bankrupt and our children to come back in body bags. Speaking out against them leads to targeting and imprisonment. They control our foreign and domestic policies, manipulating presidents and pushing for expansionist policies. They also control the media and commerce, and own the Congress. However, I am not an anti-Semite, I am an American who believes America should come first. Our one-sided foreign policy in the Middle East has alienated Arabs, leading to violence exported to America. President Obama knows this but is limited in what he can do. America is in danger if we don't reclaim our government from foreign interference.

Israel cannot wage wars independently; they are American wars. The region has been manipulated by Britain, France, and the U.S. for a century, since the Versailles Treaty. There will be no peace while outside powers dictate terms. Tragedies in Gaza, the West Bank, Lebanon, Syria, Iraq, Sudan, South Sudan, and Libya are attributed to the U.S. government and Israel. Peace requires the region determining its own future, free from outside influence. America provides financing, military backup, naval support, intelligence, and munitions to Israel, without which Israel could not fight or commit what is described as a genocide in Gaza. The U.S. is a major actor in the region, not on the fence. The region will lack safety and peace until the U.S. ceases manipulation and war. Empires divide to rule, and the U.S. is not acting on behalf of regional entities.

Israel's bombing campaign in Gaza is backed by the US, allowing Israel to avoid accountability for its human rights abuses. The US has vetoed UN resolutions critical of Israel over 50 times since 1972, including those addressing illegal settlements and war crimes. Financially, the US provides $3.8 billion in military aid annually and even dispatched an aircraft carrier to the Eastern Mediterranean. While the US used to mediate peace talks, recent administrations have escalated support for Israel and ignored the plight of Palestinians. The US defends Israel's actions, even as it kills more people in Gaza than Hamas kills in Israel. This gives Israel a pass on potential war crimes.

According to Israel's former chief of staff, Americans have paid more for Israel's defense budget than Israelis themselves in the past three years. The U.S. gave nearly $3.1 billion to Israel this year, making it the number one recipient of American foreign aid. Some argue that this aid comes at a time when many Americans are facing financial difficulties. Israel ranks among the top 30 richest countries, while some of the poorest countries receive only a fraction of that amount in USAID. Because the money is given in a lump sum, the U.S. pays more interest on the money it borrows to give the aid. Once dispersed, Israel's military aid is transferred to an interest-bearing account. The U.S. also gives about $2 billion a year to Egypt and Jordan to dissuade them from opposing Israeli human rights violations. With U.S. presidential elections approaching, candidates have promised to cut spending to decrease the $16 trillion U.S. debt. In 2010, Turkey issued an arrest warrant for Israeli military commander Gavi Ashkenazi for ordering the assault on a humanitarian flotilla. In 2008, a complaint was filed against Ashkenazi at The Hague for war crimes in Gaza.

The U.S. has contributed more to Israel's defense budget than Israel itself in the last three years. This year, the U.S. gave nearly $3.1 billion to Israel, making it the top recipient of American foreign aid. This occurs while many Americans struggle with finances, senior citizens can't afford medications, veterans are underserved, and schools are closing. Israel ranks among the top 30 richest countries, yet receives a large lump sum of aid upfront, allowing it to accumulate interest while the U.S. pays interest on the borrowed money. Additionally, the U.S. gives billions to Egypt and Jordan to discourage them from opposing Israeli policies, adding to the financial burden. With presidential elections approaching and promises to cut spending to address the $16 trillion debt, some argue the U.S. should prioritize its own needs.

Israel is a democracy and an ally. One speaker believes Israel has a powerful stranglehold on the American government, controlling members of the House and Senate. They claim Israel has the U.S. involved in wars of little or no interest, bankrupting the nation and resulting in American children returning in body bags. The speaker asserts that Israel controls much of U.S. foreign and domestic policy, influencing the media and commerce, and that they "own the congress." They allege Wolfowitz, as under secretary of defense, manipulated President Bush to go back into Iraq and pushed to move into Iran. When asked if they are an anti-Semite, the speaker denies it, stating that this is what they will say. They claim the U.S. has a one-sided foreign policy in the Mideast, alienating Arabs who then export violence to America. They state Israel gets approximately $15 billion a year from American taxpayers, which is $30,000 for every man, woman, and child.

"In the past three years, Americans have paid more for Israel's defense budget than Israelis themselves, according to the Israeli army's former chief of staff." "The United States gave nearly $3,100,000,000 to Israel this year, making it the number one contributor of American foreign aid." "And yet during this time, we're giving a huge amount of money to Israel." "Israel ranks among the top 30 richest countries in the world, while some of the poorest countries only see a fraction of that amount in USAID." "According to the Congressional Research Center, once dispersed, Israel's military aid is transferred to an interest bearing account with the Federal Reserve Bank." "This means Americans are paying interest on the billions of dollars given to Israel, while Israel accumulates interest on those same billions."

Most Americans oppose military aid to other countries, including Israel. Trump's Gaza proposal is wasteful overseas spending. This plan could alienate Saudi Arabia, pushing them towards a BRIC alliance that challenges the dollar's reserve status, which is partly based on the petrodollar system. Saudi Arabia's potential shift to other currencies for oil trade threatens a major US economic crisis, forcing drastic cuts and potentially leading to violence and a crackdown on liberties. A US occupation of Gaza would increase anti-American sentiment and terrorism. The US is already deeply in debt and cannot afford another open-ended military commitment. Instead of tariffs, withdrawing from unnecessary military commitments will boost the US economy. The best path to peace in the Middle East is ending support for Israel's occupation and blockade of Gaza and pursuing peaceful relations and free trade with all involved.

Two THAAD missile batteries in Israel. "one quarter of the world's total supply of THAAD missile batteries." "The THAAD missile battery is an American made, very high-tech missile battery that takes incoming missiles out of the sky." "one quarter of the world's entire supply of these is in Israel right now manned by US troops, by Americans in uniform or not." "They are American military personnel, and they are manning these batteries to protect Israel." Since "10/07/2023," the United States has spent at minimum $30,000,000,000 defending Israel. The entire Israeli military budget before October 7 was about 25,000,000,000. So United States has put at least 30,000,000,000 into defending Israel in less than two years. Over the course of its existence, a little less than eighty years, The United States has put 300,000,000,000, at least those are just the on books numbers, into supporting Israel. "Israel is by far, no one comes close, the largest recipient of USAID over time and currently." "Number two is Egypt." "We are spending our time, our money, and we're taking enormous risks on behalf of a country that geopolitically is not significant at all." "India and China combined represent more than a third of the entire world's population." It's a massive displacement of people and killing on a grand scale of unarmed people, of unarmed combatants, of civilians, of women and children.

Israel is facing deep trouble with no way out. They couldn't defeat Hamas in Gaza, are stuck there, and lack a military solution against Hezbollah. A war with Iran won't solve their problems. Internal issues, like reservists' misconduct, could lead to civil war. Israel heavily relies on the US for support, receiving $18 billion in 2024.

The Israeli economy is reportedly in bad shape, with money leaving the country, decreased foreign investment, business closures, and a major port facing bankruptcy. Imports and exports have decreased by almost 35% in the last year. Tourism is down about 75%, with empty sites in Jerusalem. Restaurants have laid off staff, and hotels have had no guests. Palestinians have been under economic strangulation for decades, and a fifth of their workforce, prior to October 7, worked in Israel. Since then, most of the 200,000 Palestinian workers have been unable to work in Israel, leading to a 60% unemployment rate in the West Bank. Israel survives due to the United States loan guarantee, which has led to a 300-400% increase in Israeli debt in the last thirteen months. The US backing allows Israel to be isolated, hurt itself economically, overextend its military, and risk political chaos because the United States guarantees their debt.

Israel is crucial for the United States' interests in the region. Without Israel, the US would need to create it. The US sees Israel as a valuable investment, providing $3 billion annually.

Israel's economy is in bad shape. We're seeing money leaving the country, a drop in foreign investment, businesses closing, and major ports facing bankruptcy. Imports and exports have decreased significantly in the last year. Despite these perilous economic indicators, Israel is surviving because the United States guarantees its debt. This backing has allowed Israel to increase its bond issuance substantially. Even with economic, military, and political instability, investors are buying these bonds because the US essentially cosigns them. This financial guarantee enables Israel to persist despite international isolation, economic self-harm, military overextension, and political chaos. The US backing is the key to understanding Israel's current actions.

Israel's massive money printing funds a military that outspends all others per resident. This money is used to buy technology and resources, but other countries holding Israeli shekels cannot easily use them. They cannot exchange them for dollars or gold, or use them to buy land in Israel. Iran is a target because it lacks a central bank and possesses the world's second-largest natural gas and crude oil reserves, and has recently achieved a milestone in rare earth element production. The speaker claims that due to money printing, GMOs, and variable interest rates, a million dollars from 1980 would be worth only 50 cents today. Artificially modified food and high compound interest rates further erode wealth.

In this video, I will prove to you that Israel is ruling the American government. Since World War II, The United States has given over $260,000,000,000 in aid to Israel, more than to any other country in the entire world. The US sends $3,800,000,000 to Israel every year—about $10,000,000 every single day—for fighter jets, bombs, tanks, and missile defense systems like the Iron Dome. In 2016, The US signed the largest military aid deal in American history, a $38,000,000,000 package over ten years, locked in, guaranteed, no matter who sits in the White House. Much of this money must be spent on American defense companies. Iron Dome has received over $2,600,000,000 in US funding since 2011. APAC, the American Israel Public Affairs Committee, is described as 'the most powerful foreign policy lobby in Washington.' In the twenty twenty two midterms alone, pro Israel groups poured over 30,000,000 into campaign donations. APAC's Super PAC, the United Democracy Project, spent millions to defeat critics like Donna Edwards and Andy Levin. The question remains: Who's ruling who?

Speaker 0 says Israel's economy is "in really bad shape" with "the money leaving a country, the foreign investment not going into it," plus "the 40,000 plus businesses have closed" and "one of the four major ports in Israel going bankrupt," and "almost 35% decrease in imports and a similar decrease in exports in the last year." He adds a caveat: "how is Israel surviving?" The answer: "The United States loan guarantee." He states "The United States is a guarantor of Israeli debt" and notes that in the last thirteen months there's been "a 300 to maybe 300 or 400% increase in the amount of debt, the amount of bonds that Israel has issued." He asks who buys them; "these bonds, this debt is backed by The United States." He compares it to "getting a mortgage and having, Elon Musk, cosigning with us." He concludes that "The United States is gonna continue to back them financially and be that guarantor, be that cosigner for them going forward."

Speaker 0 argues that the Israeli war for the greater Israel project is the catalyst for the collapse of American power worldwide due to unconditional U.S. support. He says the United States is on a road to an economic crisis, a financial catastrophe not experienced since the 1930s, and that until it becomes that bad, people will not voice their views in Washington. He contends that the Senate, the House, and the White House are all firmly in the grip of the lobby. He predicts that when the collapse comes, which he expects sometime this year, it will be “god awful hell to pay for the Israelis, and it’s going to be the end of this administration, and probably the end for most of the people on the hill.” He describes a movement from abundance—oil, cash, and everything—to scarcity, forecasting that the living standard won’t be enjoyed for long and that the country will resemble Great Britain after World War II: hopelessly in debt, retreating forces abroad to cut expenses, and unable to recover. He warns of a larger war and asks how long a blockade will last before others force it to end, whether it could become a global event, noting that the secretary of war has stated there will be a global blockade. He cites General Kane discussing boarding ships and blockading vessels coming out of the Persian Gulf and heading into the Strait of Malacca, calling the idea “stupidity on stilts” and predicting it will turn a current conflict into a global phenomenon and likely a global war. He insists there will be no good outcomes for the United States or its people, and that he does not blame Americans for their complacency, acknowledging that Americans are human beings and will only respond when hurt immediately or when they see clear pains such as shortages. Speaker 1 agrees, saying many people are not intentionally burying their heads in the sand, but they will awaken when they notice changes on grocery shelves, at the gas pump, inflation rising, housing prices falling, mortgage rates increasing, and all the pressures tied to lack of food on the table. He hopes for waking up beforehand but does not anticipate it. He then shares a recent, disturbing note from Natalie: Benjamin Netanyahu posted on social media about Lebanon, showing bombs hitting infrastructure across Lebanon.

The video argues that Israel is effectively ruling the American government, presenting a connected web of history, money, politics, religion, and power to explain the relationship. It starts with the numbers: since World War II, the United States has given over $260,000,000,000 in aid to Israel, more than to any other country in the world. This aid is a pipeline of US taxpayer money into Israel’s military machine, totaling $3,800,000,000 each year (about $10,000,000 every day), funding fighter jets, bombs, tanks, and missile defense systems like the Iron Dome. The 2016 initiative under President Obama was a $38,000,000,000 package over ten years, guaranteed regardless of who sits in the White House, ensuring Israel’s access to next-generation military hardware while Americans debate domestic needs. A significant portion of this aid is required by law to be spent on American defense contractors such as Lockheed Martin, Boeing, and Raytheon, meaning Israel gets the weapons while U.S. taxpayers foot the bill. The F-35 stealth fighter jet, costing around $80,000,000 each, has been supplied to Israel, alongside the Iron Dome, which has received over $2,600,000,000 in US funding since 2000. Critics note this funding could have supported US infrastructure repair, which is described as costing trillions of dollars to fix. The video contrasts this with domestic needs, citing half a million Americans homeless and tens of millions without health insurance. The narrative expands to the political ecosystem: APAC (the American Israel Public Affairs Committee) is described as one of the most powerful foreign policy lobby groups in Washington, with annual conferences drawing thousands and presidents pledging loyalty on stage. In the 2022 midterms, pro-Israel groups allegedly poured over $30,000,000 into campaigns; APAC’s United Democracy Project is said to have spent millions to defeat candidates who criticized unconditional US support for Israel. It cites examples like Donna Edwards and Andy Levin as Democrats targeted for questioning U.S. policy toward Israel. The video asserts that the message is: step out of line, and you’re gone. Other organizations are named as part of the broader lobby, including Christians United for Israel led by John Hagee, and the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), with various PACs purportedly funneling millions into local elections. Together, these groups are characterized as shaping U.S. foreign policy more than think tanks, business lobbies, or grassroots movements, forming what scholars John Mearsheimer and Stephen Walt have called the Israel lobby, which also influences media and academia through outlets and think tanks that frame Israel as America’s indispensable ally. A narrative layer is described: Israel is marketed as the only democracy in the Middle East, while Palestinians are often erased or portrayed as aggressors. The video notes presidential consistency from Reagan to Trump, and from Clinton to Biden, with the refrain that America stands with Israel. Religion compounds influence, with evangelical groups viewing Israel’s survival as biblical prophecy, and the 2018 move of the US embassy to Jerusalem is framed as a concession to evangelical voters. The implications are political: the contradiction of US defending democracy while backing a system described as apartheid and ongoing bombings. The video asks who is ruling whom, suggesting blind support fuels anti-American sentiment globally, and that the question extends beyond Palestine to America’s own future. It ends by questioning whose interests Washington is really serving—its people or someone else.