
John Kiriakou
@JohnKiriakou • 233,903 subscribers
CIA whistleblower, bestselling author. Watch "John Kiriakou's Briefing Room,” new episodes Tuesdays and Thursdays on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple.
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There are a lot of misconceptions about khat. It’s one of Yemen’s most heavily guarded resources (the country decided to mostly stop growing food so their farms could focus on khat production). But the biggest misconception? It is actually not a narcotic. And it’s one of the Houthis’ most important weapons against Saudi Arabia. Explanation below ⬇️⬇️
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Thought you might want the full version: Here’s why I threatened to send a top Al Qaeda operative to Jerusalem.
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I’m asked about Jeffrey Epstein constantly. My view: • He was likely an Israeli access agent • Not CIA • His role was leverage, not traditional intelligence collection • I believe he committed suicide You don’t have to agree — but this is my professional assessment. Full interview with Carlos Watson: #Epstein #JohnKiriakou #Intelligence
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This morning I told Ted Rall, America's BS Detector that I think Iran is in this to the death. I stand by it.
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In 2002, while serving as the executive assistant to the CIA's deputy director, I saw Bob Woodward walking through our office. What are the ethics of journalists collaborating with the CIA? I discuss this and more in an upcoming episode of CIA Declassified with Matt Taibbi.
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Hello everyone. I just want to take a moment and say thank you to everyone that has made this possible.
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In 1950, the CIA carried out a covert operation known as MKNAOMI. As part of the experiment, they sprayed harmful germs in the San Francisco fog. The spray poisoned Americans who were completely unaware that they were being subjected to these experiments.
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