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COI #370: Biden Clings to Failed Regime Change Attempts
by Kyle Anzalone | Jan 9, 2023
On COI #370, Kyle Anzalone discusses Venezuela and Syria. Odysee Rumble Donate LBRY Credits bTTEiLoteVdMbLS7YqDVSZyjEY1eMgW7CP Donate Bitcoin 36PP4kT28jjUZcL44dXDonFwrVVDHntsrk Donate Bitcoin Cash Qp6gznu4xm97cj7j9vqepqxcfuctq2exvvqu7aamz6 Patreon Subscribe Star...
COI #369: Biden Embraces Trump’s Immigration Policy
by Kyle Anzalone | Jan 6, 2023
On COI #369, Kyle Anzalone discusses Biden's immigration policy. Odysee Rumble Donate LBRY Credits bTTEiLoteVdMbLS7YqDVSZyjEY1eMgW7CP Donate Bitcoin 36PP4kT28jjUZcL44dXDonFwrVVDHntsrk Donate Bitcoin Cash Qp6gznu4xm97cj7j9vqepqxcfuctq2exvvqu7aamz6 Patreon Subscribe...
COI #368: The Low Chance for Peace in 2023
by Kyle Anzalone | Jan 1, 2023
On COI #368, Kyle Anzalone discusses the war in Ukraine. Odysee Rumble Donate LBRY Credits bTTEiLoteVdMbLS7YqDVSZyjEY1eMgW7CP Donate Bitcoin 36PP4kT28jjUZcL44dXDonFwrVVDHntsrk Donate Bitcoin Cash Qp6gznu4xm97cj7j9vqepqxcfuctq2exvvqu7aamz6 Patreon Subscribe Star...
COI #367: With the Iran Deal Dead, Israel Prepares for War
by Kyle Anzalone | Dec 29, 2022
On COI #367, Kyle Anzalone and Connor Freeman recap the disastrous foreign policy developments of the year, focusing on escalations with Russia, China, Iran, and North Korea, as well as the catastrophic trajectory of the Pentagon’s so-called “Great Power Competition.”...
COI #366: Biden Has Reignited Military Tensions with North Korea in 2022
by Kyle Anzalone | Dec 27, 2022
On COI #366, Kyle Anzalone discusses the Washington/Pyongyang relationship in 2022. Odysee Rumble Donate LBRY Credits bTTEiLoteVdMbLS7YqDVSZyjEY1eMgW7CP Donate Bitcoin 36PP4kT28jjUZcL44dXDonFwrVVDHntsrk Donate Bitcoin Cash Qp6gznu4xm97cj7j9vqepqxcfuctq2exvvqu7aamz6...
COI #365: Zelensky Visits Washington to Collect a Big Check
by Kyle Anzalone | Dec 22, 2022
On COI #364, Kyle Anzalone and Connor Freeman cover Twitter’s collaboration with U.S. Central Command’s Middle East psyops, Washington’s deployment of nuclear-capable B-52 bombers to South Korea for war drills, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s trip to...
COI #363: White House Is Preparing to Give Ukraine Advanced Weapons
by Kyle Anzalone | Dec 18, 2022
On COI #363, Kyle Anzalone discusses the Joe Biden administration's plan to give Kiev more advanced weapons. Odysee Rumble Donate LBRY Credits bTTEiLoteVdMbLS7YqDVSZyjEY1eMgW7CP Donate Bitcoin 36PP4kT28jjUZcL44dXDonFwrVVDHntsrk Donate Bitcoin Cash...
Bernie and Rand Disappoint on Yemen War Powers Bill: Guest Scott Horton
by Kyle Anzalone | Dec 15, 2022
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COI #361: Zelensky Turns Up Heat on Russian Orthodox Church
by Kyle Anzalone | Dec 13, 2022
On COI #361, Kyle Anzalone and Connor Freeman cover the Senate’s impending vote on a War Powers Resolution to end US support for the Saudis’ war in Yemen, Kiev’s sanctions and arrests against Ukraine’s Russian-tied Eastern Orthodox Church, the Ukrainian government's...
COI #360: US/NATO Are Prepared to Expand the War Against Russia
by Kyle Anzalone | Dec 12, 2022
On COI #360, Kyle Anzalone discusses the war in Ukraine. Odysee Rumble Donate LBRY Credits bTTEiLoteVdMbLS7YqDVSZyjEY1eMgW7CP Donate Bitcoin 36PP4kT28jjUZcL44dXDonFwrVVDHntsrk Donate Bitcoin Cash Qp6gznu4xm97cj7j9vqepqxcfuctq2exvvqu7aamz6 Patreon Subscribe Star...
COI #359: Republicans Want the War State to Target China, Not Russia
by Kyle Anzalone | Dec 8, 2022
On COI #359, Kyle Anzalone and Connor Freeman break down news around the empire including the massive 2023 NDAA which is set to cost $858 billion, as well as GOP Senator Josh Hawley’s demands that the US prioritize arming Taipei over Kiev. Hawley wants to provide...
COI #358: Pentagon Kneecaps Advanced Weapons Sent to Ukraine
by Kyle Anzalone | Dec 7, 2022
On COI #358, Kyle Anzalone discusses the war in Ukraine. Odysee Rumble Donate LBRY Credits bTTEiLoteVdMbLS7YqDVSZyjEY1eMgW7CP Donate Bitcoin 36PP4kT28jjUZcL44dXDonFwrVVDHntsrk Donate Bitcoin Cash Qp6gznu4xm97cj7j9vqepqxcfuctq2exvvqu7aamz6 Patreon Subscribe Star...
COI #357: NATO Pushes Beijing and Moscow to Strengthen Military Ties
by Kyle Anzalone | Dec 4, 2022
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COI #356: NATO Recommits to Adding Ukraine to the Alliance
by Kyle Anzalone | Dec 2, 2022
On COI #356, Kyle Anzalone and Connor Freeman discuss Russia and Iran. Odysee Rumble Donate LBRY Credits bTTEiLoteVdMbLS7YqDVSZyjEY1eMgW7CP Donate Bitcoin 36PP4kT28jjUZcL44dXDonFwrVVDHntsrk Donate Bitcoin Cash Qp6gznu4xm97cj7j9vqepqxcfuctq2exvvqu7aamz6 Patreon...
COI #355: Mainstream Outlets Make Pathetic Attempt to Defend First Amendment guest Misty Winston
by Kyle Anzalone | Nov 30, 2022
On COI #355, Misty Winston returns to the show to discuss a letter calling for the US government to drop charges on the Wikileaks founder. Odysee Rumble Donate LBRY Credits bTTEiLoteVdMbLS7YqDVSZyjEY1eMgW7CP Donate Bitcoin 36PP4kT28jjUZcL44dXDonFwrVVDHntsrk Donate...
COI #354: Most NATO States Have ‘Tapped Out’ Ability to Arm Ukraine
by Kyle Anzalone | Nov 28, 2022
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Articles
Report: Yemen’s Houthis Attack Two Ships in Red Sea
by Kyle Anzalone | Sep 3, 2024
Update: The Saudi shipping firm denied that the Amjad had been struck by a Houthi missile. “We unequivocally confirm that Amjad was not targeted and suffered no injuries or damage,” the Saudi National Shipping Company (Bahri) said in a statement. “The ship remains...
Zelensky Ramps Up Pressure on White House to Green Light Long-Range Strikes Inside Russia
by Kyle Anzalone | Sep 2, 2024
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is insisting that US President Joe Biden give Kiev approval to hit targets deep inside Russia. The move would be a major escalation in Washington’s proxy war against Moscow in Ukraine. Since the Russian invasion of Ukraine,...
Israel: 6 Hostages, Including 1 American, Found Dead in Gaza
by Kyle Anzalone | Sep 1, 2024
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the deaths are proof no deal with Hamas is not possible Israel says it recovered the bodies of six hostages, including one American-Israeli, in Gaza. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the hostages were murdered by Hamas,...
US to Ramp Up Military Support for Kenyan Operations in Haiti
by Kyle Anzalone | Aug 28, 2024
The White House is upping its support for the Kenyan operations in Haiti by sending an additional two dozen armored vehicles. The US is backing Nairobi’s armed force in Port-au-Prince. On Friday, US Southern Command issued a statement on boosting military aid for the...
Zelensky Claims F-16s Used to Down Russian Missiles
by Kyle Anzalone | Aug 27, 2024
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that his country deployed F-16s to help repel a massive Russian missile barrage. It is the first time Kiev has confirmed using advanced American-made fighter jets. During a press conference on Tuesday, Zelensky stated, “We...
Weapons Makers See Huge Cash Flow Influx Amid Global Tensions
by Kyle Anzalone | Aug 26, 2024
As wars in Ukraine and the Middle East continue to rage, Vertical Research Partners forecasts top weapon manufacturers will experience record cash flow during the coming years. The analysis, which was commissioned by the Financial Times, reports, “The leading 15...
Israel Forces 2.3 Million Palestinians to Live in Just 11% of Gaza
by Kyle Anzalone | Aug 25, 2024
Over the past ten months, Israel has limited the area Palestinians in Gaza can live to just 11% of the 139 sq. miles narrow strip of land along the Mediterranean Sea. According to the United Nations, the Israeli Defense Forces issued a series of evacuation orders to...
Ukrainian Commanders Blame Poorly Trained Soldiers for Donbas Losses
by Kyle Anzalone | Aug 22, 2024
As Kiev attempts to bask in triumph over its territorial gains inside of Russia, its forces are losing territory along the Eastern front lines in Ukraine. Ukrainian military commanders say the reason for the losses is poorly trained soldiers; many are even afraid to...
Israeli Intel Chief Takes Responsibility for Oct 7 Failures in Resignation Speech
by Kyle Anzalone | Aug 21, 2024
In his final speech as the chief of Israel’s Military Intelligence Directorate, Maj. Gen. Aharon Haliva said he accepted responsibility for his role in the failure to warn about the October 7 Hamas attack. Nearly 1,200 people were killed during the rampage, including...
Death Toll for Palestinian Journalists in Gaza Hits 170
by Kyle Anzalone | Aug 20, 2024
A journalist was killed along with 11 other Palestinians by an Israeli strike on a Gaza school, pushing the death toll for members of the media in Gaza to 170. On Tuesday, Hamza Abdul Rahman Murtaja was killed in Gaza City while sheltering at the Mustafa Hafez...
Lithuania Begins Building Base to House German Soldiers
by Kyle Anzalone | Aug 19, 2024
Vilnius started constriction on a military base that would house over 4,000 German soldiers. The facility will be located just miles from the border shared with Belarus. Lithuanian Defense Minister Raimundas Vaiksnoras described the construction as a “huge...
US: Israeli Bombing Gaza Will Kill More Civilians But Not Defeat Hamas
by Kyle Anzalone | Aug 15, 2024
US intelligence officials speaking with The New York Times said that Israel will not be able to defeat Hamas and continuing to bomb Gaza will kill more civilians. Some national security officials expressed surprise at how much Israel has degraded Hamas over the...
News Roundup
Russia Fired on Israeli Jets Over Syria in May ‘One-Off’
by Jason Ditz | Jul 27, 2022
In late May, Russia fired S-300 missiles at Israeli jets attacking Syria. Israeli DM Benny Gantz confirmed this, calling it a “one-off.” The incident was reported when it happened, but this is the first time officials are discussing it.
News Roundup 7/26/2022
by Kyle Anzalone | Jul 26, 2022
US News There have been over 1,000 fatalities on the US southern border since Biden took office. Reuters Lockheed Martin has experienced an increase in demand for its HIMARS systems after the US transferred several to Ukraine. Newsweek President Biden and Deputy...
This Week At The Libertarian Institute
by Will Porter | Jul 22, 2022
The Empire never sleeps – but neither do we. Missed a story? We’ve got you covered. Check out this week in review at the Libertarian Institute.
News Roundup 7/22/2022
by Kyle Anzalone | Jul 22, 2022
US News The White House introduces a $37 billion law enforcement spending plan. VOA Italy Italian Premier Mario Draghi resigned Thursday after his ruling coalition fell apart. AP Ukraine War The wife of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, Olena Zelenska, addressed...
News Roundup 7/20/2022
by Kyle Anzalone | Jul 20, 2022
US News Army officials said the service will fall about 10,000 soldiers short of its planned end strength for this fiscal year, and prospects for next year are grimmer. AP The U.S. Department of Defense is nearing an agreement with Lockheed Martin Corp for around 375...
Top Senators Back DoJ Plan to Use RICO Laws to Target Russian Assets
by Kyle Anzalone | Jul 19, 2022
The Department of Justice consulted with the Senate Judiciary Committee on a proposal to use laws designed to target the mafia to seize Russian assets. The DoJ legal scheme won immediate support from the committee's top members. The Department's plan calls for the...
News Roundup 7/19/2022
by Kyle Anzalone | Jul 18, 2022
US News Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador said he delivered a letter to President Biden last week where he pleaded for the US not to prosecute Julian Assange and renewed an offer to grant asylum to the WikiLeaks founder. AWC Anthony Fauci says he will...
Zelensky Fires Intel Chief for Failing to Identify Traitors, US Says It Will Continue to Pass Kiev Intelligence
by Kyle Anzalone | Jul 18, 2022
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky fired two top officials, claiming they allowed "traitors" to remain in their posts. The White House says the evidence that Kiev's intelligence service is deeply compromised will not impact the flow of information to Ukraine. SBU...
Homeland Security Adviser Tells Agency to Abandon Disinformation Governance Board
by Kyle Anzalone | Jul 18, 2022
A Department of Homeland Security adviser issued a one-sentence statement saying the agency has “no need” to revive its Disinformation Governance Board. The board was headed by Nina Jankowicz but collapsed shortly after it was rolled out. The White House announced...
Putin Will Make Mid East Visit, Cementing Moscow’s Shift East and South
by Kyle Anzalone | Jul 18, 2022
President Vladimir Putin will visit Turkey and Iran. The Russian leader’s planned travels will be his second trip abroad after the invasion and follows President Joe Biden’s trip to Saudi Arabia and Israel. In Iran, Putin will meet with Turkish President Recep Tayyip...
News Roundup 7/18/2022
by Kyle Anzalone | Jul 18, 2022
US News Nearly 400 law enforcement officials rushed to a mass shooting at a Uvalde elementary school, but “egregiously poor decision-making” resulted in more than an hour of chaos before the gunman who took 21 lives was finally confronted and killed. The acting police...
This Week At The Libertarian Institute
by Will Porter | Jul 15, 2022
The Empire never sleeps – but neither do we. Missed a story? We’ve got you covered. Check out this week in review at the Libertarian Institute.
House Passes $850 Billion NDAA, Adding $37 Billion More Than Biden Requested
by Dave DeCamp | Jul 15, 2022
The House on Thursday passed its version of the 2023 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) that authorizes $850.3 billion for military spending, increasing President Biden’s requested budget by $37 billion.
UN Extends Yemen Mission in Hodeidah by Another Year
by Jason Ditz | Jul 15, 2022
Just days before its expiration, the UN Security Council voted to extend the mission to support the Hodeidah Agreement in Yemen by another year.
Turkey Says Ukraine and Russia Reach Agreement on Ukrainian Grain Exports
by Dave DeCamp | Jul 14, 2022
Turkey on Wednesday said it will sign a deal next week with Russia, Ukraine, and the UN to facilitate the export of grain from Ukraine.
NATO & EU Seeking to Track Arms Sent to Ukraine
by Will Porter | Jul 13, 2022
As Western nations continue to funnel billions in weapons and other military hardware into Ukraine, some within the NATO bloc and the EU are calling for a system to track the arms, raising concerns they will disappear into the black market.