In a sharp analysis, former CIA officer Glenn Carle says there was no “imminent threat” from Iran at the time of recent decisions, highlighting a possible disconnect between intelligence assessments and policymaking. Following Joe Kent’s resignation, the discussion raises key questions on how threat perceptions are framed, whether intelligence is selectively interpreted, and if parallels can be drawn with past conflicts like Iraq. The episode underscores deeper tensions between facts, judgement, and political decisions at the highest levels.
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