In a move that has heightened global tensions, President Joe Biden has reportedly authorized Ukraine to use US supplied long-range missiles to strike targets within Russia.
Martin Armstrong analyzed this development, which raises significant concerns about the potential for further escalation in the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia.
According to Armstrong’s recent analysis, the Biden administration’s decision could be interpreted as an attempt to instigate a broader conflict before President-elect Donald Trump transitioned power.
Armstrong argues that the Neocons, whom he describes as having significant influence over US foreign policy, are pushing for such actions to weaken Russia and potentially NATO’s adversaries before Trump, who has expressed intentions to de-escalate international conflicts, takes office.
The authorization allows Ukraine to deploy missiles with ranges up to 300 kilometres, effectively enabling them to reach deep into Russian territory, far beyond tactical defence needs. Critics of the move fear it could provoke a severe Russian response, potentially leading to catastrophic outcomes, including the involvement of other NATO countries under Article V, which mandates collective defence.
Armstrong’s critique points out that this escalation serves the interests of what he labels ”Neocon propaganda,” suggesting that the narrative around these actions frames them as defensive measures by Ukraine.
In reality, they could be seen as offensive operations to provoke Russia.
His analysis posits that this move might be a calculated risk to force Putin into a corner where any retaliation could be used to justify a broader NATO involvement, thus igniting World War III.
The international community has reacted with varied responses. Some Western leaders have supported the decision, arguing it’s a necessary step for Ukraine to defend itself. However, there’s also significant unease about the potential for escalation.
The Russian Foreign Ministry has warned that such actions make the West ”parties to the conflict,” hinting at possible retaliatory measures.
Armstrong also warns that this scenario could have dire consequences for global stability, suggesting that a change in US leadership might not come soon enough to prevent a slide towards a more significant conflict.
He mentions that Trump’s administration has been clear about rejecting Neocon influence, which might have led to this last-minute push by current policymakers to set the stage for future conflicts.
As the world watches these developments, the discourse on social media and among political analysts is split. Some posts on X (formerly Twitter) express deep concern over the potential for nuclear escalation.
Armstrong’s analysis provides a stark warning about the potential for unintended consequences that could reshape international alliances and conflicts for years to come.
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