Published Dec 20, 2022

“The Third Option” – US Covert Action with Loch Johnson (Part 1 of 2)

Dive into the shadowy world of US covert action with renowned intelligence expert Loch Johnson, as he unravels the complexities, strategic execution, and legal challenges of clandestine operations that often serve as a crucial third option in foreign policy, alongside diplomacy and war.

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