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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
On COI #357, Kyle Anzalone discusses great power. Odysee Rumble Donate LBRY Credits bTTEiLoteVdMbLS7YqDVSZyjEY1eMgW7CP Donate Bitcoin 36PP4kT28jjUZcL44dXDonFwrVVDHntsrk Donate Bitcoin Cash Qp6gznu4xm97cj7j9vqepqxcfuctq2exvvqu7aamz6 Patreon Subscribe Star YouTube...
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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COI #353: An Early Look at Ron DeSantis’ Foreign Policy
by Kyle Anzalone | Nov 23, 2022
On COI #353, Kyle Anzalone and Connor Freeman cover recent escalations against China, North Korea, and Iran. Kyle breaks down Kamala Harris’ Philippines trip including her provocative display onboard a coast guard ship at Palawan, an island province with a coast on...
COI #352: Did Zelensky Damage Ukraine’s Reputation?
by Kyle Anzalone | Nov 21, 2022
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COI #351: Is the US Serious About Talks with Russia? Guest Dave DeCamp
by Kyle Anzalone | Nov 18, 2022
On COI #351, Kyle Anzalone and Dave DeCamp discuss the war in Ukraine. Odysee Rumble Donate LBRY Credits bTTEiLoteVdMbLS7YqDVSZyjEY1eMgW7CP Donate Bitcoin 36PP4kT28jjUZcL44dXDonFwrVVDHntsrk Donate Bitcoin Cash Qp6gznu4xm97cj7j9vqepqxcfuctq2exvvqu7aamz6 Patreon...
Did Russia Attack Poland? COI #350
by Kyle Anzalone | Nov 15, 2022
On COI #350, Kyle Anzalone and Connor Freeman cover escalations in the war in Ukraine, the potential for peace talks, and increasing tensions with Iran. Kyle breaks down reports of a Russian missile that allegedly crossed into Poland and killed two people. He further...
COI #349: Ukraine Wants ‘Israel-Like’ Weapons Industry
by Kyle Anzalone | Nov 13, 2022
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COI #348: Is the White House Ready for Talks with Russia About Ukraine?
by Kyle Anzalone | Nov 10, 2022
On COI #348, Kyle Anzalone and Connor Freeman cover the latest escalations in the Ukraine war, the potential for peace talks, as well as growing tensions with Iran and Israel. Kyle breaks down the growing possibility of diplomacy between Kiev and Moscow as Russia...
Articles
Senators Seek to Ramp Up Economic War on Russia
by Kyle Anzalone | Sep 11, 2025
A bipartisan group of Senators is introducing a new bill that will place Russia and Belarus on the State Sponsor of Terrorism list. Senator Lindsey Graham is lobbying President Donald Trump to support legislation that will put 500% tariffs on China and India for...
NATO Used F-35s and $450 Million Missiles to Down Russian Decoy Drones in Poland
by Kyle Anzalone | Sep 11, 2025
The North Atlantic Alliance used some of its most advanced military equipment to shoot down a small number of Russian drones that crossed into Polish airspace from Ukraine. A NATO official said using fighter jets to down Russian drones is not sustainable. The German...
NATO War Planes Shoot Down Russian Drones Over Poland
by Kyle Anzalone | Sep 10, 2025
Russian drones crossed into Polish airspace and were downed by NATO fighter jets. A European official claimed the incursion in Polish airspace was an intentional provocation by Moscow. On Wednesday, 19 Russian drones crossed into Polish airspace from Ukraine. The...
Netanyahu Threatens Additional Assassination Attempts of Hamas Officials in Qatar
by Kyle Anzalone | Sep 10, 2025
After a failed attempt to assassinate the leadership of Hamas’s political bureau in Qatar, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu threatened more attacks if Doha did not arrest the Palestinian officials. On Wednesday, Netanyahu told Qatar to expel Hamas or “bring...
Jared Kushner Joins Top US and Israeli Officials in Gaza Meeting
by Kyle Anzalone | Sep 9, 2025
The top confidants of President Donald Trump and Israeli Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met to discuss a proposal to end the conflict in Gaza that would require Hamas to release all Israeli hostages at the start of the ceasefire. Axios reports Trump’s envoy Steve...
Hamas Negotiators Survive Israeli Assassination Strikes in Qatar
by Kyle Anzalone | Sep 9, 2025
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered strikes on the Hamas political leadership in Qatar. Tel Aviv informed the White House of the attack as it was occurring. Hamas leaders survived the attack. On Tuesday, Israel targeted a house in Qatar where Hamas...
Israeli Supreme Court Orders that Detained Palestinians Must Be Fed
by Kyle Anzalone | Sep 8, 2025
The Israeli Supreme Court ruled that Israel must feed detained Palestinians three meals per day. National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir has bragged about deliberately creating harsh conditions for Palestinians locked in Israeli prisons.
Sec of War Hegseth Visits Puerto Rico Amid Military Buildup Targeting Venezuela
by Kyle Anzalone | Sep 8, 2025
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and senior Pentagon officials made an unannounced visit to Puerto Rico on Monday. The Department of War has deployed a significant military force to the Caribbean as it prepares for more strikes against alleged Venezuelan cartels. ...
US Could Play Role in Monitoring Future Ukraine Demilitarized Zone
by Kyle Anzalone | Sep 7, 2025
The US military may take a leading role in securing a buffer zone in Ukraine once a peace deal with Russia is reached.
Trump: Looks Like We Lost India and Russia to China
by Kyle Anzalone | Sep 7, 2025
The President also called on Europe to put economic pressure on China President Donald Trump posted on his Truth Social account that India and Russia are now firmly tied to China and have drifted away from the US orbit. Trump also demanded that Europe end Russian oil...
Zelensky: It’s a Pity Trump Gave Putin What He Wanted With Alaska Summit
by Kyle Anzalone | Sep 7, 2025
Ukrainian President Zelensky criticized President Donald Trump for giving Russian President Vladimir Putin “what he wanted” during the Alaska summit last month. In an interview with ABC, Zelensky said, "It's a pity that Ukraine was not there, because I think that...
Israel Claims Recognizing Palestinian State Will Destabilize Region
by Kyle Anzalone | Sep 7, 2025
Israel’s foreign minister said a plan by UN members to recognize a Palestinian state is a “mistake” and will prompt Tel Aviv to take “unilateral” action.
News Roundup
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.
Iran Responds to US Claim That It Is Preparing to Send Drones to Russia
by Dave DeCamp | Jul 13, 2022
Iran has responded to a claim made by US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan that Tehran was preparing to transfer hundreds of drones to Russia for use in Ukraine.
News Roundup 7/12/2022
by Kyle Anzalone | Jul 11, 2022
US News The White House is considering a plan that will allow American adults take a second covid booster. Market Watch President Biden penned an op-ed about his upcoming trip to the Middle East that was published in The Washington Post on Saturday, where he falsely...
This Week At The Libertarian Institute
by Will Porter | Jul 9, 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.
China Lashes Out After FBI & MI5 Accuse Beijing of International Crimes
by Kyle Anzalone and Will Porter | Jul 8, 2022
Beijing has rejected allegations from US and British officials that it is stealing from Western firms, calling the claim “completely far-fetched” while slamming the United States as the “biggest threat to world peace and development.”
News Roundup 7/8/2022
by Kyle Anzalone | Jul 7, 2022
US News The FDA will change some of its rules to allow for more imports of baby formula. Reason Russia Secretary of State Antony Blinken will not be holding a meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on the sidelines of the G20 summit in Bali. AWC Russian...
Afghanistan Stripped of ‘Major Ally’ Status
by Will Porter | Jul 7, 2022
President Joe Biden is set to revoke Afghanistan’s “Major Non-NATO Ally” (MNNA) label, nearly one year after the collapse of Kabul’s US-backed government to Taliban militants.
News Roundup 7/7/2022
by Kyle Anzalone | Jul 6, 2022
US News The US donates over 2 million pediatric COVID-19 vaccines to Nepal. State Dept Twitter Some 40,000 National Guard and 22,000 Reserve soldiers who refused to be vaccinated against COVID-19 are no longer allowed to participate in their military duties, also...
FBI, MI5 Name Chinese Government As Top Threat to Business
by Kyle Anzalone | Jul 6, 2022
While traveling to London to meet with his British counterpart, the head of the Federal Bureau of Investigation warned Western business leaders that their companies could be impacted by crime from Beijing.
Norway-Russia Tensions Escalate Over Sanctions Impacting Arctic Islands
by Kyle Anzalone | Jul 6, 2022
The latest point of confrontation between NATO and Russia is the Svalbard archipelago, located midway between Norway and the North Pole. Moscow claims Oslo is restricting trade with the island’s hundreds of Russian residents.
News Roundup 7/5/2022
by Kyle Anzalone | Jul 5, 2022
US News SCOTUS’s decision in Vega v. Tekoh “strips individuals of the ability to seek a remedy for violations of the right recognized in Miranda,” Justice Elena Kagan warned in a dissent. As a result, the Supreme Court has effectively created a new legal...
US Special Forces Vets Near Front Lines Training Ukrainian Soldiers
by Kyle Anzalone | Jul 5, 2022
The New York Times spoke to several retired American special operators who say they are providing training to Ukrainian troops near the battlefield and even planning missions against Russian soldiers. Since Russia invaded Ukraine on February 24, the US has...
