Kyle Anzalone

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FPF #252 – How to Fight War in Congress

by Kyle Anzalone | Sep 28, 2018

On FPF #252, I discuss how to fight war in Congress. Two different methods have been proposed to end wars, passing a more restrictive AUMF or by invoking the War Powers Act. I argue the War Powers Act method is more effective. I also break down an article by Turkey's...

FPF #251 Haspel’s CIA

by Kyle Anzalone | Sep 26, 2018

On FPF #251, I discuss the goals set by CIA Director Gina Haspel. I explain some of Haspel's and the CIA's dark History. Many of Haspel's goals call for expanding the CIA. I update the Syrian Civil War, Yemeni Civil War, Afghan War, and US arms sales. Links...

FPF #250 – Reviewing the National Security Strategy guest Will Porter

by Kyle Anzalone | Sep 24, 2018

On FPF #250, Will Porter returns to the show to evaluate how Trump's foreign policy has achieved the goals set in the National Security Strategy. The Strategy called for the US to combat great powers, including Russia. Will breaks down the results of Trump's policies...

FPF #249 – Trump’s Grand Strategy

by Kyle Anzalone | Sep 21, 2018

On FPF #249, I discuss how Trump's policy with Venezuela and Iran has pushed those nations closer with China. Trump's National Security Review highlight as great power struggles with Russia and China to be the cornerstone to his foreign policy goals. Trump's...

FPF #248 – Russian Plane Downed in Syria

by Kyle Anzalone | Sep 19, 2018

On FPF #248, I discuss recent developments in the Syrian Civil War. An attack by Israel led to the Syrian government accidentally downing a Russian surveillance plane. Turkey and Russia reached an agreement to put the Syrian government offensive in Idlib is on pause....

FPF #247 – More Talks with Kim & Taliban

by Kyle Anzalone | Sep 17, 2018

On FPF #247, I discuss the possibility of another round of talks with Kim Jong Un and the Taliban. Trump and Kim have said they would like to meet again. The Taliban said they want a second round of talks with the US. I break down demands of the US and the Taliban. I...

FPF #246 – Music & War guest Matt Bankert

by Kyle Anzalone | Sep 13, 2018

On FPF #246, Matt Bankert joins the show to discuss music and war. Matt goes through a short history of American wars and music that opposed them. Matt highlights some of the great antiwar songs. Matt Bankert is a musician. His work is featured in the introduction to...

FPF #245 – 17 Years After 9/11

by Kyle Anzalone | Sep 11, 2018

On FPF #245, I discuss 9/11 and the US War on Terror. I explain how the 9/11 terror attack was blowback for US attacks on the Middle East. I argue the US War on Terror has failed to make the world safer and more stable. Links NYT - Misleading Americans about...

FPF #244 – False Flags in Syria guest Will Porter

by Kyle Anzalone | Sep 10, 2018

Will Porter returns to FPF to cover the alleged chemical weapons attacks in Syria. Will debunks the common lies about Ghouta 2013, Khan Sheikhoun 2017, and Douma 2018. Will and Kyle discuss the Syrian Army offensive in Idlib and the potential for another...

FPF #243 – Who Poisoned the Skripals?

by Kyle Anzalone | Sep 7, 2018

On FPF #243, I discuss the UK announcement that 2 Russians have been identified as suspects in the poisoning of Sergei and Yulia Skripal. I review the development of the evidence and accusations related to the poisoning. I break down an article published on Moon of...

FPF #242 – Helping Yemen guest Tricia Stuart

by Kyle Anzalone | Sep 5, 2018

On FPF #242, Tricia Stuart joins to the show to discuss her effort to raise money for Yemen children. Tricia tells us about her “Put your money where your memes are” drive. She makes the case to donate to the charity she selected, Save the Children. We explain the US...

FPF #241 – Ending the Syrian Civil War

by Kyle Anzalone | Sep 3, 2018

On FPF #241, I discuss the US role in continuing the Syrian Civil War. David Ignatius of the Washington Post reports that a Trump official said the US policy is to draw Syria and Russia into a quagmire in Idlib. Ignatius argues for the US to do more to assist the...

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UN Says ‘Providing Aid Across Gaza Almost Impossible’ as Famine Nears

The UN’s top humanitarian coordinator said the crisis in Gaza is nearing famine as Israel further restricts aid to the besieged coastal enclave. In just over three months, millions have been internally displaced, hundreds of thousands are starving, and tens of...

Kyle Anzalone | Jan 14, 2024

New York Times Says Ukraine’s ‘Prospects Look Bleak’

One of America’s top news outlets paints a horrific outlook for the Ukrainian war effort. Ukraine’s forces are struggling even to hold territory. Kiev is running out of men and weapons to throw into the fight. Russian forces are now advancing in several positions....

Kyle Anzalone | Jan 14, 2024

president of ukraine met with the ukrainian military in bakhmut and presented state awards. (52713278745)

US Officials Concerned About Split Between Zelensky and Military Chief

As the Ukrainian war effort lags into its third year, fractures have begun to emerge between top officials in Kiev. The most significant is the growing divide between President Volodymyr Zelensky and the head of Ukraine’s military, General Valery Zaluzhny. The...

Kyle Anzalone | Jan 11, 2024

ukrainian commander in chief, valery zaluzhny and president volodymyr zelensky.

DeSantis Doesn’t Oppose Israel’s Ethnic Cleansing of Gaza

During the latest GOP debate, Governors Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis argued which candidate would give more support to Israel. Desantis pledged to support Israel even if it conducts an ethnic cleansing in Gaza. Haley said she has a record of fighting for Tel Aviv. ...

Kyle Anzalone | Jan 11, 2024

Zelensky Warns ‘Warehouses Are Empty’ as He Pleads for More Weapons

Ukrainian President Zelensky is warning that Kiev’s weapons depots are now empty. On the front lines, Russian forces are on the offensive and better equipped than the Ukrainian soldiers struggling to hold territory. The Wall Street Journal reports that Moscow’s...

Kyle Anzalone | Jan 10, 2024

Israel Will Ignore US Requests on Gaza – Finance Minister

After Secretary of State Antony Blinken traveled to Israel for high-level meetings, Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich rejected some of the top American diplomat's requests. Blinken asked Israel to scale down military operations in Gaza, allow Palestinians...

Kyle Anzalone | Jan 10, 2024

Blinken Warns of Expanding War in the Middle East, But Restates Full Support for Israel

During a trip to the Middle East, Secretary of State Antony Blinken warned about potential escalations across the region. The diplomat threatened Yemen with consequences if the Houthis continued to attack ships in the Red Sea. Blinken also suggested Washington was...

Kyle Anzalone | Jan 9, 2024

Several Large Accounts That Criticized Israel and Musk Banned from X

[UPDATE: The suspensions were lifted soon after Elon Musk said X would investigate the matter.] A group of journalists and political commentators with large followings were banned on X without notice. The owners of the banned profiles pointed to criticisms of...

Kyle Anzalone | Jan 9, 2024

Kyle Anzalone is news editor of the Libertarian Institute, opinion editor of Antiwar.com and co-host of Conflicts of Interest with Will Porter and Connor Freeman.

News Roundup

News Roundup 5/8/20

by Kyle Anzalone | May 8, 2020

US News 33.5 million Americans have filed for unemployment since the coronavirus lockdowns started. [Link] The Senate failed to override Trump’s veto of the Iran War Powers resolution. [Link] The Justice Department is dropping the case against Mike Flynn. [Link] Rep....

News Roundup 5/7/20

by Kyle Anzalone | May 7, 2020

US News The TSA ignored federal guidelines that required turning over N-95 masks to hospitals. The TSA has hoarded 1.3 million N-95s. [Link] Trump vetoed a war powers bill that would have constrained his ability to start a war with Iran. [Link] The US is looking to...

News Roundup 5/6/20

by Kyle Anzalone | May 6, 2020

US News A Dallas salon owner was sentenced to seven days in jail and a $7,000 fine for operating her salon during a lockdown. She was given the offer to apologize rather than go to jail but explained that she was staying open because her employees were going hungry....

News Roundup 5/5/20

by Kyle Anzalone | May 5, 2020

US News The stimulus bill included $500 million in funding to improve the country’s health surveillance. [Link] The Government Accountability Office reports that Congress needs regular updates about the ongoing negotiations with Saudi Arabia over providing the kingdom...

News Roundup 5/4/20

by Kyle Anzalone | May 4, 2020

US News A Washington woman was targeted by authorities for running a food pantry. The authorities said she didn’t have a proper permit and must pay a fine. [Link] The US flew B-1B bombers over the South China Sea. [Link] Secretary of State Pompeo says there is...

News Roundup 5/1/20

by Kyle Anzalone | May 1, 2020

US News The Navy awards a $5.5 billion contract to Fincantieri to build warships. [Link] An Air Force intelligence report was leaked to the press explaining that US sanctions on Iran are harming the country's response to coronavirus. [Link] Russia says it will oppose...

News Roundup 4/30/20

by Kyle Anzalone | Apr 30, 2020

US News Mike Flynn’s attorney says unsealed FBI documents show the agency discussed if the point was getting Flynn on record was to trip him up into lying. [Link] Russia Russia warns the US against using low-yield nuclear weapons. Russia said using one would result in...

News Roundup 4/29/20

by Kyle Anzalone | Apr 29, 2020

US News Kentucky parents are being investigated for child abuse for failing to practice social distancing. [Link] Trump dossier author Christopher Steele met with DNC lawyers before publishing the report. The DNC provided Steele with the information about an alleged...

News Roundup 4/28/20

by Kyle Anzalone | Apr 28, 2020

US News More evidence surfaces to support Tara Reade’s sexual abuse claim against Joe Biden. [Link] The Supreme Court rules 8-1 that the federal government must provide a $12 billion bailout to health insurance companies. The bailout was a promise from Obamacare....

News Roundup 4/27/20

by Kyle Anzalone | Apr 27, 2020

US News New evidence surfaces that further confirms Tara Reade’s sexual abuse claim against Joe Biden. [Link] Facebook says an Israeli spyware company used US-based servers to hack 1,400 accounts, including those of human rights advocates and journalists. [Link] The...

News Roundup 4/24/20

by Kyle Anzalone | Apr 24, 2020

US News The family of Duncan Lemp - who was murdered by police while in his bed in the middle of the night - has been threatened with a $5,000 fine and a year in jail for protesting the police department’s lack of transparency in Duncan’s murder. [Link] The Trump...

News Roundup 4/23/20

by Kyle Anzalone | Apr 23, 2020

US News The USS Comfort, a large Navy hospital ship, will leave New York after treating only 179 patients. The ship leaves as the governor said it was no longer necessary. [Link] A new poll finds that 73% of vets and 69% of military families support withdrawing US...