Kyle Anzalone

Conflicts of Interest

FPF #256 – Brett Kavanaugh

by Kyle Anzalone | Oct 10, 2018

On FPF #256, I discuss new Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh's foreign policy. I explain how Kavanaugh's positions on presidential war powers are dangerous. Kavanaugh supports the Patriot Act, ignoring international treaties, and federal officials violating...

FPF #255 – The Weekly Standard’s Horrific FP

by Kyle Anzalone | Oct 5, 2018

On FPF #255, I discuss two articles by The Weekly Standard Editorial Board. The first article calls for the US to return to the Bush Doctrine. The editors believe that the US needs to very hawkish policy with Iran. The second article celebrates Trump's reversal on his...

FPF #254 – Close Call in the South China Sea

by Kyle Anzalone | Oct 3, 2018

On FPF #254, I discuss a close call between US and Chinese Navy ships. The US ship was conducting a 'freedom of navigation' mission in waters claimed by China. The Chinese ship carried out maneuvers that brought it very close to the US ship. I review the history of...

FPF #253 – How Trump Hurts US Influence

by Kyle Anzalone | Oct 1, 2018

On FPF #253, I discuss how Trump has hurt US influence by leaving the Iran Nuke Deal. The deal prevented Iran from making nuclear weapons and opened Europe to Iranian markets. Trump left the agreement even though all parties agreed Iran was following the agreement....

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...

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Israel Further Limits Aid Into Gaza, Leading to More Starving Children

Over the past two weeks, Israeli actions have severely limited aid agencies’ ability to distribute aid in Gaza. The situation is particularly grim in the northern half of the Strip, where aid deliveries have been halted for three weeks. One in six children are...

Kyle Anzalone | Feb 20, 2024

Pentagon Developing Naval Drone Swarms for War With China

The US Navy will test surface and underwater drone swarms next month in preparation for a future war with China. In the near term, American defense officials have warned that war with China over Taiwan could break out. The US is developing drone swarms in other...

Kyle Anzalone | Feb 19, 2024

Genocide Court Calls on Israel to Prevent ‘Exponential Increase of Humanitarian Nightmare’

The International Court of Justice (ICJ) demanded that Israel abide by a ruling the court issued last month as Palestinians suffer in a “perilous situation.” The court issued the statement in response to a request by South Africa for the court to intervene and...

Kyle Anzalone | Feb 18, 2024

blockade violated qatar's rights: international court

US Official Admits Israeli Actions Make It ‘Virtually Impossible’ to Distribute Aid in Gaza

A US Middle East official explained that Israeli decisions to target police in Gaza have made the distribution of aid in the besieged enclave “virtually impossible.” The official added that Israel has failed to provide evidence for its claim that Hamas is stealing...

Kyle Anzalone | Feb 18, 2024

Israel Killed 75% of Journalists in War Zones Last Year

A global watchdog group for the treatment of journalists found that Israeli forces were responsible for about three-quarters of all journalists killed in war zones during 2023. The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) found that 72 Palestinian reporters were...

Kyle Anzalone | Feb 15, 2024

Norway Warns ‘Russia Is in a Stronger Position Now Than a Year Ago’

A top Norwegian official warned that Ukraine was facing multiple challenges and Russia was getting stronger. The bleak assessment was made as the US and Europe look to commit over $100 billion to the Ukrainian war effort. On the battlefield, Kiev is facing a...

Kyle Anzalone | Feb 13, 2024

South Africa Asks Genocide Court to Order Israel Halt Rafah Offensive

South Africa has petitioned the International Court of Justice (ICJ) to take emergency action as Israel plans an offensive on a Gazan city sheltering about two-thirds of Palestinians living in the Strip. Tel Aviv and Washington have rebuked the court for finding...

Kyle Anzalone | Feb 13, 2024

Anti-Conscription Protests Emerge in Ukraine

The women of a village took to the streets to block any potential Ukrainian military officials from entering their town and taking more men off to war. The protest broke out as the Ukrainian government searches for solutions to its dire troop shortage. Tuesday’s...

Kyle Anzalone | Feb 12, 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 5/14/20

by Kyle Anzalone | May 14, 2020

US News A list of government officials who “unmasked” Flynn has been released. The list includes Comey, Clapper, Brennan, and Biden. [Link] 1.4 million healthcare workers have been laid off since the start of lockdowns. [Link] The Senate failed to defeat a measure...

News Roundup 5/13/20

by Kyle Anzalone | May 13, 2020

Coronavirus Hundreds of millions of people will be thrust into extreme poverty by the COVID shutdowns. The starvation caused by economic disturbances may kill more people than coronavirus. [Link] Military contractors are hiring as tens of millions of Americans in...

News Roundup 5/12/20

by Kyle Anzalone | May 12, 2020

US News Meet the Press issued an apology to Attorney General Barr for deceptively editing an interview of him. [Link] The FDA reports that nearly 200 meat inspectors have tested positive for Covid. [Link] Mexico is requesting the US to turn over all information...

News Roundup 5/11/20

by Kyle Anzalone | May 11, 2020

US News Mike Maharrey explains how the government broke the meat supply chain decades ago. [Link] Amazon Web Services files another complaint against the Pentagon. The Pentagon is offering a multi-billion contract for a cloud program, known as JEDI. [Link] The UK is...

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...