Conflicts of Interest
FPF #209 – Killing Yemen
by Kyle Anzalone | Jun 20, 2018
On FPF#209, I recap the Yemeni Civil War. The war has raged since the Saudi-led coalition began its bombing campaign in 2015. The war has devastated the people of Yemen and sparked the worst humanitarian crisis on the planet. The people of Yemen are subject to a...
FPF #208 – Stalin's Military Failures guest Marko Marjanovic
by Kyle Anzalone | Jun 18, 2018
On FPF #208, Marko Marjanovic joins the show to discuss the failures of Stalin's centrally planned military leading up to WWII. The failures amount to the USSR having the most losses on one side of a war. While the Red Army had the equipment and technology to defend...
FPF #207 – Understanding Colombia guest Brian Saady
by Kyle Anzalone | Jun 15, 2018
On FPF #207, Brian Saady returns to the show to help us understand Colombia. The Colombian government is in the process a peace process to end a decades-long war with the FARC and is in the middle of a presidential election. The first round of voting has narrowed the...
FPF #206 – Genocide & Peace guest Will Porter
by Kyle Anzalone | Jun 12, 2018
On FPF #206, Will Porter returns to the show to discuss Yemen and North Korea. Will recaps the humanitarian crisis in Yemen. He explains the importance of the Port of Hodeida and how an attack on the port will have catastrophic consequences for Yemen. Kyle and Will...
FPF #205 – Trump Bucks Establishment, Eyes Diplomacy
by Kyle Anzalone | Jun 11, 2018
On FPF #205, I breakdown Trump's press conference after the G7. Trump said that Russia should rejoin the G7 without giving Crimea back to Ukraine. Trump stated that a successful summit with Kim Jong Un would be a minimum of establishing a dialog. He also said he...
FPF #204 – FBI Entrapment guest Patrick MacFarlane
by Kyle Anzalone | Jun 8, 2018
On FPF #204, Patrick MacFarlane joins the show to discuss entrapment. The FBI has a history of using sting operations to generate terrorism charges against young Muslim men. Patrick breaks down the history and principles with entrapments. We then discuss how the...
FPF #203 – Endless Defeat in Afghanistan
by Kyle Anzalone | Jun 6, 2018
On FPF #203, I discuss recent news showing the Afghanistan War is lost. The Trump policy has been in place since August, but the militant groups continue to control a significant portion of the country. After 17 years of US intervention, only 44% of Afghani children...
FPF #202 – Trump/Kim Summit Revived
by Kyle Anzalone | Jun 4, 2018
On FPF #202, I discuss Trump decision to recommit to the Summit with Kim Jong Un in Singapore on June 12th. A North Korean official, Kim Yong Chol, traveled to the US to meet with Mike Pompeo, then met with President Trump. After the meeting, Trump said he planned to...
FPF #201 – Taking on the War with Memes guest Mance Rayder
by Kyle Anzalone | Jun 1, 2018
On FPF #201, Mance Rayder joins the show to discuss Pulse, Palestine, and memes. Mance updates the story of the Pulse Nightclub Shooting. The shooter's wife was found innocent at trial a trial that included shocking admissions from the prosecution. Mance explains his...
FPF #200 – Scott Horton
by Kyle Anzalone | May 30, 2018
Scott Horton returns to Foreign Policy Focus to discuss the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. Scott breaks down Iraqi Shia politics and how the recent Iraqi election played out. Scott explains the connections between the Shia leaders, Iran, and the US. Scott also updates...
FPF #199 – The Nature of War guest Antony Sammeroff
by Kyle Anzalone | May 28, 2018
On FPF #199, joins the show Antony Sammeroff discusses the nature of war. Antony presents his views through the libertarian philosophy. During the show, Antony explains the morality of war and the impacts of the war at home. Antony Sammeroff is the host of...
FPF #198 – The Phantom Enemy
by Kyle Anzalone | May 25, 2018
On FPF #198, I discuss the 12 demands the US gave Iran in a speech by Secretary of State Mike Pompeo. Many of the demands are based on false information or where agreed to in the JCPOA. Other demands require Iran to completely dissolve Iranian sovereignty. I show how...
FPF #197 – Libyan Style
by Kyle Anzalone | May 23, 2018
On FPF #197, I discuss John Bolton's plan for North Korea to undergo Libyan style denuclearization. In December 2003 Libya quickly gave up a nuclear weapons program. In 2011, NATO, led by the US, went to war with Libya. The war was based on myths pushed by Hillary...
FPF #196 – Gaza Suffers & Haspel Confirmed
by Kyle Anzalone | May 21, 2018
On FPF #196, I discuss a young Palestinian in Gaza setting himself on fire and the confirmation of Gina Haspel as CIA Director. The Israeli government, with the help of the US government, has created one of the worst situations in the world for the people who live in...
FPF #195 – New Offensives in Afghanistan & Yemen
by Kyle Anzalone | May 18, 2018
On FPF #195, I discuss new offensives in Afghanistan and Yemen. In Afghanistan, the Taliban have begun their Spring Offensive. The Taliban killed over 100 Afghan soldiers in a week and seized two district headquarters. In Yemen, Saudi backed forces started an...
FPF #194 – Catastrophe Day guest Will Porter
by Kyle Anzalone | May 16, 2018
Will Porter returns to Foreign Policy Focus to discuss the Nakba and the protests in Gaza. Will gives the historical background for the Great Return March Protests. We discuss the Israeli reaction to the protest and review the morality of using lethal force against...
Articles
Ukraine Claims to Barrage Russia With Largest Missile and Drone Attack Since Start of War
by Kyle Anzalone | Jan 14, 2025
Ukrainian officials said they bombarded Russia with a massive missile and drone attack. Moscow said part of the attack was aimed at the TurkStream Pipeline. Ukrainian officials said a drone attack on Monday night was the largest Kiev has launched against Russia since...
200 Israeli Soldiers Who Refuse to Fight in Gaza Send Letter to Netanyahu Demanding an End to the War
by Kyle Anzalone | Jan 13, 2025
As the Israeli onslaught in Gaza drags into its 15th month, a growing number of IDF soldiers are refusing to return to the battlefield. Some say they witnessed war crimes in Gaza and no longer want to be a part of the conflict that several human rights organizations...
Former US Official Says Israel’s War in Gaza Is ‘Made in America’
by Kyle Anzalone | Jan 13, 2025
A former State Department official affirmed that Israel’s war on Gaza is waged with weapons made in America. He gave the statement on a 60 Minutes program that detailed how casing from American-made bombs litter the Gaza Strip. Josh Paul, a former director in the...
Trump Says He Is Setting Up a Meeting With Putin
by Kyle Anzalone | Jan 12, 2025
The Kremlin appeared to confirm that a summit was being planned President-elect Donald Trump said he is working on setting up a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin. In response, Moscow said Putin is willing to sit down with Trump without preconditions. On...
Gabbard Says She Now Supports FISA Section 702
by Kyle Anzalone | Jan 12, 2025
President Donald Trump's nominee for Director of National Intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard, told Senators that she now supports Section 702 of the FISA Act. 702 is viewed as giving the US government the power to surveil Americans warrantlessly. Gabbard previously authored...
Trump’s Presidency May Create Issues With Israel’s Plan to Ramp Up Domestic Arms Production
by Kyle Anzalone | Jan 12, 2025
As Israel is set to invest hundreds of millions of dollars into its domestic bomb-manufacturing capability to reduce its dependence on the US, incoming President Donald Trump’s return to office may create issues with Tel Aviv’s plan. Last week, Tel Aviv announced it...
House Passes Bill To Protect Israeli PM Netanyahu From ICC
by Kyle Anzalone | Jan 9, 2025
One of the first acts of the Republican-led 119th Congress was to pass a bill that would sanction officials attempting to arrest or investigate Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for war crimes in Gaza.
Trump Posts Video Slamming Netanyahu, US Middle East Policy
by Kyle Anzalone and Will Porter | Jan 8, 2025
President-elect Donald Trump shared a video in which Columbia professor Jeffery Sachs sharply criticized US Middle East policy and accused Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of helping to lead the US into “endless wars“ in the region. In the video, posted...
US Sanctions Top Official in NATO Member’s Government
by Kyle Anzalone | Jan 8, 2025
Washington has sanctioned a senior Hungarian official over alleged corruption. Budapest fired back, saying the designation was an act of “personal revenge” by the outgoing Joe Biden administration.
Ukrainian Troops Training in France Go AWOL
by Kyle Anzalone and Will Porter | Jan 7, 2025
Dozens of Ukrainian soldiers stationed in France for training have reportedly fled their military bases. The apparent desertions come as Kiev faces similar problems at home, where a growing number of troops are abandoning their frontline positions.
Biden to Rush Final ‘Substantial’ Weapons Transfer to Ukraine
by Kyle Anzalone | Jan 7, 2025
Before President Joe Biden exits the White House later this month, he is planning a massive final aid package for Ukraine. The Pentagon will attempt to rush the weapons to Kiev before President-elect Donald Trump takes office.
Top Trump Official Claims Iran Is the Problem in the Middle East, Vows Crackdown on Pro-Palestinian Protesters
by Kyle Anzalone | Jan 6, 2025
The incoming National Security Adviser Mike Waltz said the Trump administration would target Iran in the Middle East and crack down on pro-Palestian protesters in the US to support Israel. In an interview with Mark Levin, Waltz explained the "philosophy" of the...
News Roundup
News Roundup 3/4/20
by Kyle Anzalone | Mar 4, 2020
US News Chris Matthews will retire from his show because he made inappropriate comments to a woman. [Link]Senator Bernie Sanders refused to attend the AIPAC conference this year. Michael Bloomberg was the only Democratic presidential candidate to attend the...
News Roundup 3/3/20
by Kyle Anzalone | Mar 3, 2020
US News Senator Klobuchar ends her campaign. Klobuchar and Mayor Pete endorsed Biden. [Link] North Korea North Korea tested two short-range missiles. [Link] Afghanistan The Taliban rule out talks with the Afghan government until they agree to complete a prisoner swap...
News Roundup 3/2/20
by Kyle Anzalone | Mar 2, 2020
US News Mayor Pete will end his presidential bid. [Link]Trump will invoke a federal defense law to increase the production of medical equipment needed to combat the coronavirus. [Link]Trump wants to hold arms control talks with Russia, China, the UK, and France....
News Roundup 2/28/20
by Kyle Anzalone | Feb 28, 2020
US News Senator Rand Paul says he has the support of Trump on changes to the FISA court to prevent it from authorizing surveillance of Americans. [Link]Joe Biden claimed several times to have been arrested in apartheid South Africa while supporting Nelson Mandela. No...
News Roundup 2/27/20
by Kyle Anzalone | Feb 27, 2020
US News The mass data collection program authorized by the USA Freedom Act led to zero arrests. [Link]The mass data collection program will expire on March 15th, unless it is extended by Congress. AG Barr made the case to Congress for extending the program. However,...
News Roundup 2/26/20
by Kyle Anzalone | Feb 26, 2020
US News A new California bill would require adult entertainers to get professional licenses from the state. [Link]On the first day of his extradition hearing, Assange was handcuffed 11 times and stripped naked twice. He also had his case files confiscated. [Link]Trump...
News Roundup 2/25/20
by Kyle Anzalone | Feb 25, 2020
US News Trump’s 2021 budget includes money to prosecute medical marijuana users in states where it is legal. [Link]Intelligence officials are sowing discord in the 2020 election by claiming Russia is backing Trump and Bernie. [Link]Three senior Democrat Senators write...
News Roundup 2/24/20
by Kyle Anzalone | Feb 24, 2020
US News New Mexico’s Attorney General claims Google illegally collected data on school children using Chromebooks. [Link]Assange’s extradition hearing begins today. [Link] Afghanistan The Taliban and the US started the week-long reduction in violence pact. If...
News Roundup 2/21/20
by Kyle Anzalone | Feb 21, 2020
US News Trump names Ambassador to Germany Richard Grenell to be Acting Director of National Intelligence. [Link] A Pentagon official says the US needs to design new weapons to be prepared for war with China. [Link] Afghanistan The Taliban says there will be no peace...
News Roundup 2/20/20
by Kyle Anzalone | Feb 20, 2020
US News DHS will waive contract requirements when accepting bids to build Trump’s wall. [Link] Trump’s budget proposal includes nearly $600,000 to establish a permanent diplomatic presence in Greenland. [Link] Assange’s lawyer says he was offered a pardon from Trump...
News Roundup 2/19/20
by Kyle Anzalone | Feb 19, 2020
US News The US is on pace to run over a trillion-dollar deficit in FY2020. [Link] Trump commutes the sentence of former Illinois governor Rod Blagojevich. Blagojevich served about eight years of his 14-year sentence. [Link] The Democratic Party changed its debate...
News Roundup 2/18/20
by Kyle Anzalone | Feb 18, 2020
Wikileaks Wikileaks says Julian Assange’s health is improving. [Link] The New Cold War Russia says the US is taking a more constructive approach towards renewing the New Start Treaty. [Link] Russia says the US plan to use weapons in space will deal an irreversible...
News Roundup 2/17/20
by Kyle Anzalone | Feb 17, 2020
US News Native American burial sites are being destroyed to build Trump’s wall. [Link] The DOJ is investigating John Brennan’s role in Russiagate. [Link] The US and China drove a global increase in military spending in 2019. [Link] The US is renewing pressure on China...
News Roundup 2/14/20
by Kyle Anzalone | Feb 14, 2020
US News Space Force General Jay Raymond is currently the only soldier in the new branch. Over the next year, 6,000 members of the Air Force will transfer to the Space Force. In 2021, 100 members of the Army will transfer. The Space Force currently has 16,000 people...
News Roundup 2/13/20
by Kyle Anzalone | Feb 13, 2020
US News The Washington Post reveals formerly classified CIA/NSA documents showing how the agencies used a covertly controlled a cryptography company to spy on over 100 countries for decades. [Link] Abby Martin is suing the state of Georgia for violating her right to...
News Roundup 2/11/20
by Kyle Anzalone | Feb 11, 2020
US News A Louisiana prosecutor issued fake subpoenas to force people to testify in trials. The prosecutor is now being sued but claims he has immunity. [Link] From May to September of 2019 The US conducted 93 war games with 29 countries. Russia was the focus of many...
