Cedric Leighton
Cedric Leighton is a retired U.S. Army Colonel and military analyst known for his expertise in national security and military strategy. He frequently provides insights on defense matters and the implications of military decisions, particularly in relation to the ongoing conflicts involving the United States and its allies. His analysis often addresses the long-term effects of military support and operational readiness.
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CNN military analyst Cedric Leighton explains Iran's use of asymmetric warfare strategies.
Iran war is a ‘perfect example of asymmetric warfare’
United States· 2026-03-06
CNN military analyst Cedric Leighton explains Iran's use of asymmetric warfare strategies to counter superior military power.
Retired General to Burnett: ‘Appalled’ with USUnited States· 2026-03-06
CNN military analyst Cedric Leighton explains asymmetric warfare strategies employed by Iran.
Strike destroys infamous morality police center in TehranUnited States· 2026-03-06
CNN military analyst Cedric Leighton explains asymmetric warfare strategies employed by Iran.
Breaking down the cost of war against IranUnited States· 2026-03-06
CNN military analyst Cedric Leighton explains asymmetric warfare strategies employed by Iran.
CNN sees thick plume of smoke over TehranUnited States· 2026-03-06
CNN military analyst Cedric Leighton explains asymmetric warfare strategies employed by Iran.
Iranians speak out despite communications blackoutUnited States· 2026-03-06Cedric Leighton is a retired U.S. Air Force colonel who analyzes Iran's military response to U.S. and Israeli operations.
محلل عسكرى لـCNN: رد إيران السريع يعكس استعدادها ويختبر أنظمة دفاع أمريكا
Egypt· 2026-02-28Cedric Leighton explains potential US military actions in Venezuela.
Dr. Oz: ‘There are discussions around extending subsidies’United States· 2025-11-16
Military analyst explains what could happen if the US targets land sites in Venezuela.
Military analyst explains what could happen if the US targets land sites in VenezuelaUnited States· 2025-11-16
CNN military analyst Cedric Leighton breaks down which weapons were deployed.
Video shows panic in mall in QatarUnited States· 2025-06-23
CNN military analyst Cedric Leighton breaks down which weapons were deployed in the significant military operation targeting Iran's nuclear facilities.
Hegseth says ‘American deterrence is back’United States· 2025-06-23
Military analyst shows before and after photos of Iran’s nuclear site.
Video: Military analyst shows before and after photos of Iran’s nuclear siteUnited States· 2025-06-22
CNN military analyst Col. Cedric Leighton (ret.) explains how the Massive Ordnance Penetrator - a sophisticated bunker buster - works.
Analysis: What is a bunker buster?United States· 2025-06-19Cedric Leighton, a military analyst, suggested that if the U.S. attempts to strike Fordow, it likely cannot be done with just one bomb.
Οι «απόρθητες» πυρηνικές εγκαταστάσεις του Ιράν και οι πιθανότητες καταστροφής τους
Greece· 2025-06-17
CNN military analyst Cedric Leighton stated that repeated strikes against Fordow would likely be necessary.
Fordow nuclear site: What we know about Iran’s facility hardened against bunker busting bombsUnited States· 2025-06-17
Military expert Cedric Leighton described the attacks as not just a military campaign but also a PR campaign for Ukraine.
Vojna na Ukrajine: Kerčským mostom opäť otriasli výbuchy
Slovakia· 2025-06-03
Cedric Leighton discusses Ukraine's Operation 'Spider Web'.
How Ukraine pulled off Operation ‘Spider Web’United States· 2025-06-03
Cedric Leighton is a CNN analyst who believes General Munir views tensions with India as a national issue.
Người có thể định đoạt căng thẳng Ấn Độ - Pakistan
Vietnam· 2025-05-08
Cedric Leighton is a retired colonel discussing what could be a ‘major gamechanger’ for the Middle East.
Pilot of crashed plane describes what it was like being rescued from alligator-infested swampUnited States· 2025-05-06
Retired colonel Cedric Leighton discusses a potential major gamechanger for the Middle East.
Video: Retired colonel on what could be a ‘major gamechanger’ for the Middle EastUnited States· 2025-05-05
Retired Col. Cedric Leighton said that Putin has basically upended the international order.
What to know about Trump’s proposal to carve up UkraineUnited States· 2025-04-26
CNN military analyst Cedric Leighton said the placement of the highly sophisticated warplanes was a signal to US adversaries.
US moves B-2 stealth bombers to Indian Ocean island in massive show of force to Houthis, IranUnited States· 2025-04-02
'Classic Russian moves': Retired colonel analyzes Putin's position in ceasefire negotiations.
‘We are innocent’: Tate brothers return to Romania to report to policeUnited States· 2025-03-22
'Classic Russian moves': Retired colonel analyzes Putin's position in ceasefire negotiations
Your flight was cancelled. Here’s your next move.United States· 2025-03-21Cedric Leighton analyzes Putin's position in ceasefire negotiations.
CNN speaks to Russia’s ‘merchant of death’United States· 2025-03-21'Classic Russian moves': Retired colonel Cedric Leighton analyzes Putin's position in ceasefire negotiations.
Watch: Ukrainian prisoners of war embrace family members in emotional return from RussiaUnited States· 2025-03-20'Classic Russian moves': Retired colonel analyzes Putin's position in ceasefire negotiations.
Clarissa Ward visits Ukrainian city where Russian drones taunt and terrorize their preyUnited States· 2025-03-19Retired colonel analyzes Putin's position in ceasefire negotiations.
Video: Retired colonel shows what territory Ukraine could lose in possible dealUnited States· 2025-03-19
'Classic Russian moves': Retired colonel analyzes Putin's position in ceasefire negotiations.
Video: Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu promises ‘more power’ against Hamas after Israeli strikes shatter ceasefireUnited States· 2025-03-18
'Classic Russian moves': Retired colonel analyzes Putin's position in ceasefire negotiations.
Russian philosopher referred to as ‘Putin’s brain’ speaks to CNN on day of Trump-Putin callUnited States· 2025-03-18