Conflicts of Interest
Trump Doubles Down on the Failed Coup in Venezuela
by Kyle Anzalone | Jan 22, 2020
On FPF #446, I discuss the US continuing to push Juan Guaido's failed coup attempt against Maduro. Nearly a year ago, Guaido declared himself president of Venezuela with the backing of the US. He claimed this authority from his position as the leader of a legislative...
Lies They Tell To Start Wars
by Kyle Anzalone | Jan 20, 2020
On FPF #445, I debunk lies about North Korea and Iran. On North Korea, the blob often claims the US must take an aggressive position on North Korea because of North Korean nuclear weapons. I explain how the North Korean nuclear weapon program is a reaction to...
US Officials Have A ‘Disincentive’ to Tell the Truth
by Kyle Anzalone | Jan 17, 2020
On FPF #444, I discuss the Congressional hearing of the Inspector General for the Afghan War. During his testimony, he said US officials have a "disincentive" to tell the truth about the situation in Afghanistan, and we have created a situation that basically requires...
The Fallout and Lies of the Soleimani Assassination
by Kyle Anzalone | Jan 15, 2020
On FPF #443, I discuss the fallout of the Soleimani assassination and the lies the Trump administration is telling. Trump and his team have had to walk back all their claims that Soleimani was an imminent threat. Now, Pompeo has claimed the decision was made to...
Maximum Pressure, Maximum Failure guest Will Porter
by Kyle Anzalone | Jan 13, 2020
Will Porter returns to Foreign Policy Focus to talk about Trump's 'maximum pressure' strategy. Will covers the recent news that Iran shot down the Ukrainiahttp://traffic.libsyn.com/foreignpolicyfocus/FPF442.mp3n civilian flight, killing 176 people. Will and Kyle...
Is Trump Deescalating the War with Iran?
by Kyle Anzalone | Jan 10, 2020
On FPF #441, I cover the assassination of Soleimani and the subsequent Iranian missile attack. The Iranian missile attack did not kill anyone, and that appears to have been the Iranian intention. The symbolic response to Trump's act of war, allowed Trump to back away...
The Assassination of Soleimani and Iran’s Missile Attack
by Kyle Anzalone | Jan 8, 2020
On FPF #440, I cover all the breaking news from Iraq, including Iran's missile attack on the al-Asad Airbase in Iraq. The attack was a response to the US assassination of Soleimani. The assassination has provoked moves by several actors. US and allies are moving...
Scott Horton on Trump’s Assassination of Soleimani
by Kyle Anzalone | Jan 4, 2020
Scott Horton returns to Foreign Policy Focus to cover the assassination of General Qasem Soleimani, the head of the Iranian Quds Force. Scott discusses the importance of Soleimani and why his killing could spark more conflict in the Middle East. He then debunks the...
The Heroic Chelsea Manning Rots in Prison
by Kyle Anzalone | Jan 3, 2020
On FPF #438, I talk about the torture of Chelsea Manning. Chelsea heroically leaked to Wikileaks the Afghan war logs, Iraq War documents, and State Department cables that revealed US war crimes. Chelsea was given 35 years for liberating the documents. She spent the...
Protesters Break Into the US Embassy in Iraq
by Kyle Anzalone | Jan 1, 2020
On FPF #437, I discuss Iraqi protesters breaking into the US Embassy in Baghdad. The protesters took to the street outside of the embassy in response to US airstrikes on an Iraqi militia. The US claims the strikes targeted an Iranian backed militia that had attacked...
The War Party Endangers All of Us
by Kyle Anzalone | Dec 30, 2019
On FPF #436, I do the second half of my end of year wrap up. I continue to ask if American foreign policy has made Americans safer. I look at the wars in Afghanistan, Syria, Iraq, Yemen, Somalia, and Libya. In all cases, the wars led by the war party are making us...
Trump’s Foreign Policy Failed in 2019
by Kyle Anzalone | Dec 27, 2019
On FPF #435, I discuss how Trump's foreign policy has been unsuccessful and made Americans less safe in 2019. I break down Trump's 2019 policy in Russia, China, North Korea, and Iran. Trump has moved the world away from arms control and towards more war.
The Wars Rage On During Christmas
by Kyle Anzalone | Dec 25, 2019
On FPF #434, I update the most important news of the last week. I discuss Kim's upcoming end of year deadline and what could happen if the US fails to engage North Korea in meaningful talks. Trump signed the 2020 NDAA this week. The bill will sanction European energy...
The Dark History of the ATF guest Sam Jacbos
by Kyle Anzalone | Dec 23, 2019
I invited Sam Jacobs on the show to discuss the dark history of the ATF. Sam has a recent article that covers the ATF gun-walking operations know as 'Fast and Furious.' Sam explains how the program provided arms to deadly cartels. The weapons were used to kill many...
Dems Impeach Trump Over Nothing, While Ignoring His Real Crimes
by Kyle Anzalone | Dec 20, 2019
On FPF #432, I explain my view that the Democrats' case for impeaching Trump is very weak. The House passed two articles of impeachment this week, although House leadership is now preventing those from going to the Senate. While everyone is distracted with these...
Ending Wars with ‘Defend the Guard’ guest Mike Maharrey
by Kyle Anzalone | Dec 18, 2019
Mike Maharrey returns to FPF to discuss the Defend the Guard Act. Defend the Guard is a bill introduced at the state level that prevents the federal government from using National Guard troops in undeclared forever wars. The movement is growing as more states will...
Articles
US to Spend $1 Trillion on Nuclear Weapons Over Next Decade
by Kyle Anzalone | May 15, 2025
According to the Congressional Budget Office, Washington will spend $1 trillion from 2025 to 2034 on modernizing and operating America’s strategic arsenal.
Netanyahu Lashes Out at Macron After French Criticism of Gaza Siege
by Kyle Anzalone | May 14, 2025
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday charged French President Emmanuel Macron with “blood libel” and “siding with Hamas” after the French leader denounced Israel’s siege of Gaza as “shameful.”
Trump Slams ‘Neocons,’ ‘Nation Builders’ in Saudi Speech
by Kyle Anzalone | May 13, 2025
The President also threatened to “inflict maximum pressure” on Iran President Donald Trump traveled to Saudi Arabia for the first foreign trip of his second administration. During an address in the Gulf kingdom, Trump slammed neocons and Iran, while also weighing in...
Denmark Sends $1 Billion to Build Up Ukrainian Arms Industry Using Seized Russian Funds
by Kyle Anzalone | May 12, 2025
Denmark is making a significant investment in Ukraine’s domestic arms industry using interest generated from frozen Russian assets.
Russia, Ukraine Trade Accusations of Ceasefire Violations
by Kyle Anzalone | May 8, 2025
Moscow and Kiev have accused each other of hundreds of violations of a unilateral Russian ceasefire within hours of it taking effect.
Ukrainian Drones Shut Down Moscow Airports Ahead of Victory Day Celebration
by Kyle Anzalone | May 7, 2025
In the three days leading up to the 80th anniversary of the Soviet Union’s WWII victory over Nazi Germany, Moscow’s main airports were shut down by long-range Ukrainian drones.
Thousands of Unexploded Israeli Bombs in Gaza Provide Hamas With Weapons
by Kyle Anzalone | May 6, 2025
Hamas is using some of the thousands of unexploded bombs that now litter Gaza as weapons against the invading Israeli forces. Most Hamas munitions are created from cannibalizing dud bombs dropped by Israel.
US to Upgrade, Transfer Missile Defense from Israel to Ukraine
by Kyle Anzalone | May 5, 2025
The Donald Trump administration is moving forward with a Joe Biden-era plan to move a retired Patriot missile system from Israel to Ukraine. Washington will upgrade the air defense platform before transferring control to Kiev.
Trump Says US May Walk Away From Ukraine-Russia Talks
by Kyle Anzalone | May 4, 2025
President Donald Trump said at some point his administration may give up on attempting to bring an end to the war in Ukraine.
Israel Preparing Major Mobilization to Ramp Up Operations in Gaza
by Kyle Anzalone | May 1, 2025
Tel Aviv is calling tens of thousands of reservists into active duty as the Israel Defense Forces fights a myriad of wars in Syria, Lebanon, and the occupied Palestinian territories. Many Israeli reservists have already served multiple deployments and are threatening to ignore orders to redeploy.
Report: Zelensky Believes Vatican Meeting Pushed Trump To Take Tougher Approach with Putin
by Kyle Anzalone | Apr 30, 2025
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky believes his Vatican meeting with President Donald Trump successfully nudged the American leader to take a more aggressive stance towards Russia. Following the meeting with Zelensky, Trump suggested he might add more sanctions on Moscow.
US Tells World Court Israel Has Right to Starve Gaza
by Kyle Anzalone | Apr 30, 2025
Two months into Israel’s latest siege of Gaza, an American official argued to the International Court of Justice that Tel Aviv is within its rights to deprive Palestinians of food, medicine, and other aid.
News Roundup
News Roundup 3/19/21
by Kyle Anzalone | Mar 19, 2021
US News US-Chinese talks in Alaska are leading to more confrontation than diplomacy. [Link] Trump’s last minute decision to add Cuba back to the state sponsor of terrorism list is causing Cubans to have struggle to access banking. [Link] Putin offered to engage in...
News Roundup 3/18/21
by Kyle Anzalone | Mar 18, 2021
US News A New Hampshire town is evicting 25 people from their homes because they are ‘tiny homes.’ [Link] A North Korean diplomat said the US effort to reach out for talks was a “cheap trick” and North Korea would not engage with the US until the hostile policy was...
News Roundup 3/17/21
by Kyle Anzalone | Mar 17, 2021
Great Power The UK will increase its cap of nuclear weapons from 180 to 260. [Link] Biden says Putin will pay for alleged election interference. [Link] The US pressured Brazil not to buy Russia-made Covid vaccines. [Link] Four Senators call for increasing the State...
News Roundup 3/16/21
by Kyle Anzalone | Mar 16, 2021
US News Two people were charged with assaulting Capitol police officer Brian Sicknick. Sicknick died after the Capitol Riot. It is unclear of the assault - spraying an irritant at Sicknick - caused his death. [Link] The US increased its share of global weapon sales...
News Roundup 3/15/21
by Kyle Anzalone | Mar 15, 2021
US News A Michigan police officer was charged with a felony after he allowed his police dog to needlessly attack a man for four minutes. [Link] Cuba accuses the US of promoting - potentially deadly - illegal migration to the US by allowing Cubans easy asylum once...
News Roundup 3/11/21
by Kyle Anzalone | Mar 11, 2021
China Secretary of State Antony Blinken will meet with top Chinese officials in Alaska next week. [Link] Blinken said the US will take action against those who commit human rights violations in Hong King. [Link] Myanmar The US sanctioned the children of Myanmar’s...
News Roundup 3/10/21
by Kyle Anzalone | Mar 10, 2021
US News The Supreme Court declines to hear the appeal of a man who was beat by police officers while standing on his front porch. The 6th Court of Appeals granted the cops qualified immunity. [Link] South Korea will increase its payment for US soldiers deployed to...
News Roundup 3/8/21
by Kyle Anzalone | Mar 8, 2021
US News The FBI says that it is unaware of any guns being found at the Capitol during the 6th riot. [Link] Three men were freed after being convicted of killing a New York police officer in 1996. The prosecution withheld exculpatory evidence from the defense. [Link]...
News Roundup 3/5/21
by Kyle Anzalone | Mar 5, 2021
US News NY Governor Cuomo’s advisors changed Covid numbers to make it appear the governor wasn't responsible for killing as many nursing homes residents as he did. [Link] Biden extends an executive order naming Venezuela as a threat. [Link] Myanmar The US blocked...
News Roundup 3/4/21
by Kyle Anzalone | Mar 4, 2021
US News A Michigan woman was caring for injured animals on her farm. The state charged her with a misdemeanor for caring for animals. Then the state killed six of her animals. [Link] Massachusetts police seized a woman’s car in 2015. The state did not serve her a...
News Roundup 3/3/21
by Kyle Anzalone | Mar 3, 2021
US News Twitter will introduce a strike system for users who tweet “covid misinformation.” Too many strikes will get users banned. [Link] Eighty members of the House sign a letter to Biden urging him to undo Trump’s Cuba policy and return to the détente pushed by...
News Roundup 3/1/21
by Kyle Anzalone | Mar 1, 2021
US News The FBI says it is looking at one person who sprayed an irritant into the face of Capitol police officer Brian Sicknick before he died the next day. The FBI is investigating the incident as an assault. [Link] Minneapolis city council approved $1.18 million in...
News Roundup 2/26/21
by Kyle Anzalone | Feb 26, 2021
US News Forty-one Republicans introduce a bill that will prevent Biden from lifting sanctions on Iran. [Link] USA Today gives a look at the massive US military operations around the world from 2018-2020. In those three years the US conducted counterterror operations...
News Roundup 2/25/21
by Kyle Anzalone | Feb 25, 2021
US News YouTube removed a Consortium News video that covered election suppression in the Georgia Senate runoff. [Link] Facebook plans to invest $1 billion in the news industry over the next three years. Facebook invested $600 million in the industry since 2018. [Link]...
News Roundup 2/24/21
by Kyle Anzalone | Feb 24, 2021
US News Twitter added a ‘hacked materials’ warning to an article published by The Gray Zone detailing how BBC, Reuters, and Bellingcat were paid by the UK Foreign Office. [Link] The US opened a new facility to cage migrant children. [Link] The New York police officers...
News Roundup 2/23/21
by Kyle Anzalone | Feb 23, 2021
US News Texas police arrested a man for walking in the street during the Texas freeze. [Link] The Los Angeles school district will cut the number of police officers in schools by a third. The cuts will allow $25 million to be redirected towards support services....
