Conflicts of Interest
Foreign Policy Focus #106 – Who Cares About Somalia?
by Kyle Anzalone | Oct 17, 2017
On FPF #106, I discuss the terror attack in Somalia that killed over 300 people. I look at blowback and how US policy possibly motivated the bomber. I explain that while Americans may not care about dead Somalis, people in the Muslim world do. I update Marawi,...
Foreign Policy Focus #105 – Trump Lies About Iran
by Kyle Anzalone | Oct 16, 2017
On FPF #105, I discuss Trump's Iran policy speech. Trump's speech was filled with lies and half-truths meant to make Americans scared of Iran. Trump then uses the lies to justify decertifying the P5+1 Nuclear Agreement. I debunk the lies and explore why Trump's policy...
Foreign Policy Focus #104 – The Wars Go On
by Kyle Anzalone | Oct 13, 2017
On FPF #104, I update the news on all of American's wars. In Syria, the Islamic State continues to kill civilians. The US is moving a second aircraft carrier to the Korean Peninsula. Trump is looking at a new more hawkish Iran policy. In Afghanistan, Pakistan is...
Foreign Policy Focus #103 – Preventable Disasters
by Kyle Anzalone | Oct 11, 2017
On FPF #103, I discuss how we can prevent some disasters. I base my discussion on Jason Ditz's article The Hurricanes You Control Vs. The Hurricanes You Don’t. In this article, Jason explains how some disasters, like hurricanes, are uncontrollable. While some...
Foreign Policy Focus #102 – The Destruction of Yemen
by Kyle Anzalone | Oct 6, 2017
On Foreign Policy Focus #102, I discuss the Yemeni Civil War. I review the history of the war and the destruction of Yemen. Americans remain apathetic about Yemen as it is destroyed with American weapons. Saudi Arabia was blacklisted for a second year for killing...
Foreign Policy Focus #101 – Catalan Independence Vote
by Kyle Anzalone | Oct 4, 2017
On FPF #101, I discuss the Catalan independence vote. 90% of people who were able to vote, voted for independence. The Spanish police brutally cracked down on people trying to vote. Catalans have responded with massive peaceful protesters. Articles The US ordered 15...
Foreign Policy Focus #100 – America’s Longest War with Scott Horton
by Kyle Anzalone | Oct 2, 2017
Scott Horton joins me on Foreign Policy Focus #100 to discuss his new book Fool's Errand. Scott debunks the idea that 9/11 was the start of US interventionism in the Middle East. Scott explains Bush's war in Afghanistan and what happened at Tora Bora. Scott...
Foreign Policy Focus #100 – America's Longest War with Scott Horton
by Kyle Anzalone | Oct 2, 2017
Scott Horton joins me on Foreign Policy Focus #100 to discuss his new book Fool's Errand. Scott debunks the idea that 9/11 was the start of US interventionism in the Middle East. Scott explains Bush's war in Afghanistan and what happened at Tora Bora. Scott...
Foreign Policy Focus #99 – Catalonia, Kurdistan, and Afghanistan
by Kyle Anzalone | Sep 29, 2017
On FPF #99, I provide quick updates on several big current events. In Catalonia, the Spanish government is trying to censor the independence movement. In Iraqi Kurdistan, the Iraqi government has shut down airspace as a punishment for voting for independence. In...
Foreign Policy Focus #98 – Trump Bombs Another Country
by Kyle Anzalone | Sep 27, 2017
On Foreign Policy Focus #98, I discuss Trump bombing Libya. This is the 6th country that Trump has bombed during his presidency. Congress has not authorized Trump to carry out any military actions. I discuss Trump's tweet on Iran's missile test. I also update Yemen,...
Foreign Policy Focus #97 – Trump’s Dangerous Tweet
by Kyle Anzalone | Sep 25, 2017
On Foreign Policy Focus #97, I discuss Trump calling Kim Jung Un a madman on Twitter. This is Trump's most dangerous Tweet so far. If Trump thinks Un is a madman, then Trump could decide to wage preemptive war North Korea. I review the road that led us to the mess in...
Foreign Policy Focus #97 – Trump's Dangerous Tweet
by Kyle Anzalone | Sep 25, 2017
On Foreign Policy Focus #97, I discuss Trump calling Kim Jung Un a madman on Twitter. This is Trump's most dangerous Tweet so far. If Trump thinks Un is a madman, then Trump could decide to wage preemptive war North Korea. I review the road that led us to the mess in...
Foreign Policy Focus #96 – Fighting for Independence
by Kyle Anzalone | Sep 22, 2017
On FPF #96, I look at independence votes and movements around the world. Catalonia and Iraqi Kurds have upcoming votes for independence. Syrian Kurds are looking to form their own parliament. Taiwan and Palestine continue to fight for their own states. Several other...
Foreign Policy Focus #95 – Trump's UN Speech Breakdown with Will Porter
by Kyle Anzalone | Sep 20, 2017
Will Porter returns to Foreign Policy Focus to breakdown Trump's speech to the UN General Assembly. Trump's speech was hawkish and full of lies. Will debunks Trump's lies. Will also provides key insights into the real situation in Syria, Iran, North Korea, and Yemen....
Foreign Policy Focus #95 – Trump’s UN Speech Breakdown with Will Porter
by Kyle Anzalone | Sep 20, 2017
Will Porter returns to Foreign Policy Focus to breakdown Trump's speech to the UN General Assembly. Trump's speech was hawkish and full of lies. Will debunks Trump's lies. Will also provides key insights into the real situation in Syria, Iran, North Korea, and Yemen....
Foreign Policy Focus #94 – Nikki Haley is Awful
by Kyle Anzalone | Sep 18, 2017
On FPF #94, I discuss why US Ambassador to the UN, Nikki Haley, is awful. Haley continues to advocate for war and refuses to do her job as a diplomat. I also update Israel, Iraq, Syria, and Afghanistan. Articles Harvard canceled plans to make Chelsea Manning a...
Articles
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...
Israel Rushes Soldier Out of Brazil to Avoid War Crimes Investigation
by Kyle Anzalone | Jan 5, 2025
An Israeli soldier was immediately evacuated from Brazil by the country’s embassy after a Brazilian court proposed investigating the man for committing war crimes. In response, Tel Aviv instructed its soldiers to be careful about what they post on social media. The...
Ukraine Orders New Offensive in Kursk After US Recommends Retreat
by Kyle Anzalone | Jan 5, 2025
Ukraine doubled down on its offensive into Russia by ordering forces to try to take more Russian territory. The new push follows Washington counseling Kiev to retreat from Russian territory before its forces are encircled. On Sunday, the Russian Defense Ministry...
White House To Approve Massive Weapons Sale to Israel
by Kyle Anzalone | Jan 4, 2025
Sources speaking about the $8 billion arms deal said the Biden administration “informally” informed Congress. Before President Joe Biden leaves office, he will approve one more massive arms sale to Israel. The $8 billion sale of missiles and artillery shells comes as...
NYT: UNRWA Preparing for Israel To Shut Down Aid Distribution in Gaza, West Bank
by Kyle Anzalone | Jan 3, 2025
After Israel passed a series of laws that target the UN’s Palestinian Aid Agency (UNRWA), the organization is now planning to terminate its operations in the occupied territories. Officials are warning that Tel Aviv’s shuttering of UNRWA will have catastrophic...
Zelensky Believes Trump Will Be ‘Decisive,’ Capable of Stopping Putin
by Kyle Anzalone | Jan 3, 2025
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky indicated that he expects to continue to receive support from Washington after Donald Trump enters the White House later this month. Trump’s return to the Oval Office has been a source of anxiety for some of Kiev’s backers as the...
Fracture in US Coalition to Support Kiev as Slovakia Threatens to Cut Ukraine Energy Supply
by Kyle Anzalone | Jan 2, 2025
NATO member Slovakia is threatening to cut off its supply of energy to Ukraine over Kiev ending a gas transit agreement with Moscow. Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico called Kiev’s move an act of "sabotage by Zelensky." In a video posted to his social media page on...
Israel To Surge Funding For Global Influence Operations
by Kyle Anzalone | Jan 2, 2025
Tel Aviv is planning to increase its funding for global propaganda efforts by 20 times. The surge in spending comes as Israel's public image is sagging around the world over the onslaught in Gaza. A new budget for the Israeli Foreign Ministry includes $150 million...
White House Calls For Syria Elections ‘As Soon As Possible’ In Response to Julani’s Four-Year Timeline
by Kyle Anzalone | Dec 31, 2024
A US official explained that the Joe Biden administration was hoping Syria could hold elections “as soon as possible” following the ouster of long-time president Bashar al-Assad. The de facto ruler in Damascus, Abu Mohammad al-Julani, said elections could take place...
White House Concerned New Syrian Government Targeting Minorities
by Kyle Anzalone | Dec 30, 2024
After working to overthrow the government of Bashar al-Assad, the US is now worried that the incoming government is targeting minority groups. Assad was deposed and replaced with Abu Mohammad al-Julani, the founder of al-Qaeda’s affiliate in Syria. Axios reports that...
News Roundup
News Roundup 8/28/19
by Kyle Anzalone | Aug 28, 2019
US News The US approves $3.3 billion in missile sales to Japan. [Link] Thailand will receive 120 armored vehicles from the US by the end of 2020. [Link] Afghanistan The Taliban say Trump's remarks about not being in a hurry to remove troops from Afghanistan slowed...
News Roundup 8/27/19
by Kyle Anzalone | Aug 27, 2019
US News Ron Paul explains why Red Flag laws are dangerous. [Link] Matthew Petti documents DNC candidates taking money from lobbyists representing foreign governments. [Link] Europe The French president met with the Iranian foreign minister at the G7 Summit. [Link]...
News Roundup 8/26/19
by Kyle Anzalone | Aug 26, 2019
US News Twitter is relying on US and European government-funded groups to determine what is allowed on Twitter. Government media sites like RT will no longer be allowed to advertise on Twitter. [Link] A green card holder was detained at the airport for suspected...
News Roundup 8/23/19
by Kyle Anzalone | Aug 23, 2019
US News The Pentagon is two years behind on implementing efficiency reforms. [Link] Great Power Putin says Russia will carry out reciprocal tests to the US testing a ground-launched intermediate-range cruise missile. [Link] The US sent a Navy ship through the Taiwan...
News Roundup 8/22/19
by Kyle Anzalone | Aug 22, 2019
US News Adnan Syed’s lawyers take his care to the Supreme Court. [Link] The new Trump guidelines or citizenship could negatively impact veterans. The guidelines make it more difficult for recipients of public benefits to get green cards. [Link] The US tests a missile...
News Roundup 8/19/19
by Kyle Anzalone | Aug 19, 2019
US News Deaths are spiking in California county jails. [Link] The Overstock CEO is claiming to be at the center of the Russiagate conspiracy. [Link] A bipartisan group of lawmakers is pushing the US to sell $8 billion in F-16s to Taiwan. [Link] Venezuela Panama will...
News Roundup 8/16/19
by Kyle Anzalone | Aug 16, 2019
US News Chicago police are giving children PTSD by raiding their homes - often on false information or going to the wrong address - and pointing guns at them. [Link] About 40% of the thousands of ICE detainees locked up in solitary confinement have a mental illness....
News Roundup 8/14/19
by Kyle Anzalone | Aug 14, 2019
US News St. Louis public defenders release an app to combat an abusive bail system. [Link] Customs and Border Patrol plan to ramp up facial recognition and biometric scanning to all people entering the country. [Link] ICE agents regularly make mistakes on immigration...
News Roundup 8/12/19
by Kyle Anzalone | Aug 12, 2019
US News The US tells Germany that it must increase defense spending to 2% of GDP - the NATO target - or risk the US moving troops deployed in Germany to Poland. [Link] Defense Secretary Esper visits Mongolia on a mission to build ties. [Link] Korean Peace The ongoing...
News Roundup 8/9/19
by Kyle Anzalone | Aug 9, 2019
US News A new non-profit group - US CyberDome - is filled with promoters of Russiagate. [Link] Only two of the twenty-three US test F-35s are fully operational. [Link] South American The US seizes a cargo ship headed to Venezuela carrying food. [Link] Venezuela...
News Roundup 8/8/19
by Kyle Anzalone | Aug 8, 2019
US News Former Secretary of Defense James Mattis returns to his position as a board member at General Dynamics. [Link] New SecDef Mark Esper says the US will not overreact to NK missile tests. [Link] Venezuela Bolton said the US is ready to target countries that...
News Roundup 8/6/19
by Kyle Anzalone | Aug 6, 2019
Venezuela Trump suggests the US may blockade Venezuela. [Link] Trump signs an executive order freezing all Venezuelan assets. Some analysts believe this will allow the US to sanction anyone who does business with Venezuela. [Link] Korean Peace North Korea says planned...
News Roundup 8/5/19
by Kyle Anzalone | Aug 5, 2019
US News Five police officers who killed two unarmed people got their jobs back. The officers fired dozens of shots into the victim's car. [Link] The new Defense Secretary will review the contract for the Pentagon cloud program. [Link] Tulsi Gabbard becomes a...
News Roundup 8/2/19
by Kyle Anzalone | Aug 2, 2019
US News A US grand jury indicts a Chinese billionaire for violating US tariffs. [Link] Facebook removes accounts that it says had ‘coordinated inauthentic behavior’ and run by the Saudi government. [Link] North Korea North Korea tests short-range missiles. Trump said...
News Roundup 8/1/19
by Kyle Anzalone | Aug 1, 2019
US News Police departments are finding facial recognition programs are not worth the price. [Link] The New Cold War The Pentagon would like more ice breakers in anticipation of competing in the South Pole with Russia. [Link] US officials say Hazam bin Laden - son of...
News Roundup 7/30/19
by Kyle Anzalone | Jul 30, 2019
US News Trump said Director of National Intelligence Dan Coats will leave the job next month. [Link] Guatemala signs an immigration deal with the US to avoid sanctions. [Link] Venezuela The US sanctions several Venezuelans and Venezuelan companies it accuses of...
