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EPISODE · Apr 28, 2026 · 26 MIN

Why the Bin Laden Raid Almost Failed

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In May 2011, the United States launched one of the most daring operations in modern history — Operation Neptune Spear.The mission: eliminate Osama bin Laden.But what most people don’t know is how close the mission came to failure.In this video, we break down:✔️ How the CIA tracked bin Laden using a courier✔️ The intelligence gaps and uncertainty (only ~60% confidence)✔️ The helicopter crash that nearly exposed the mission✔️ The 38-minute timeline of the raid✔️ The real risks faced by the Navy SEALs✔️ The controversial legality of the operation inside PakistanThis is not just a military operation — it’s a story of intelligence, risk, and split-second decisions that could have changed history forever. 📌 Topics Covered:geopolitics, CIA operations, special forces missions, global security, war strategy🔔 Follow for deep geopolitical and historical breakdowns.

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