In this week’s David Hunter Perspective, retired U.S. diplomat David Hunter joins Rhett Palmer to unpack four pressing global developments. First, the pair examine the release of the final Israeli hostages held by Hamas—celebrating their freedom but questioning how such a tragedy occurred in the first place. Then, they revisit Donald Trump’s 2020 “Peace to Prosperity” plan for Gaza and explore whether his latest 2025 proposal offers anything truly new for Middle East peace.
Next, the conversation turns to cutting-edge warfare as the U.S. Army debuts its first laser anti-drone system, the truck-mounted LOCUST. Does this mark a revolutionary leap in battlefield defense? Finally, David Hunter analyzes growing U.S. military posturing toward Venezuela, where accusations of narco-terrorism and troop deployments raise the question: is America preparing for another foreign intervention?
It’s a powerful, thought-provoking episode offering deep insights into diplomacy, defense, and America’s role on the world stage.
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