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Thom Brueckner: Geopolitical Ramifications of Operation Epic Fury
Thom Brueckner: Geopolitical Ramifications of Operation Epic Fury
Posted on by Tom Novak

The initial success of Operation Epic Fury has vastly changed the direction of the entire Middle East for the better, but has also altered China’s fortunes.

Geopolitical commentator, financial expert, educator, and radio host Thom Brueckner joins us to offer insightful commentary beyond the headlines on the Iranian conflict. Thom details the time, effort, and money China invested in Venezuela and Iran, and how Operation Epic Fury could have set China back decades in the region.

 

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