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Foreign Policy Focus #93 – Russia Reset
by Kyle Anzalone | Sep 17, 2017
On Foreign Policy Focus #93, I discuss the US and Russia relations. A new story said Russia offered to reset relations with the US in March. While that offer was passed on, Russia's Foreign Ministry and the US State Department now agree there is no need to continue in...
Foreign Policy Focus #92 – Killing the 2001 AUMF
by Kyle Anzalone | Sep 17, 2017
Foreign Policy Focus is a podcast hosted by me, Kyle! It covers current events overseas and how those events affect you at home. While US military operations in the Middle East seem like they are on the other side of the world, they have real impacts on the everyday...
Foreign Policy Focus #91 – Growing Up in the Terror War
by Kyle Anzalone | Sep 15, 2017
On Foreign Policy Focus #91, I share my experience of growing up after 9/11 and the Terror War. I was 10 when the 9/11 attacks happened. I share some myths I believed, I debunk those myths, and talk about how I was led to believe them.
Foreign Policy Focus #90 – Fiction from the Media
by Kyle Anzalone | Sep 13, 2017
On Foreign Policy Focus #90, I discuss some recent reporting in the media. The fictions told be the media lead to a false understanding of foreign policy. I blast the media and reveal the truth.
Articles
US, Japan & South Korea Conduct Military Drills in East China Sea
by Kyle Anzalone | Mar 20, 2025
For the first time under President Donald Trump, the US military engaged in trilateral exercises with Japan and South Korea. The move will be viewed as a provocation by the DPRK, which views US-led war games in the region as preparation for regime change in Pyongyang.
Israeli Military Retakes Netzarim Corridor in Gaza, Kills Dozens in New Strikes
by Dave DeCamp | Mar 20, 2025
On Wednesday, the Israeli military launched a new ground offensive in Gaza and retook the Netzarim Corridor, a strip of land that separates northern Gaza from the rest of the territory, as fresh Israeli strikes killed dozens of more Palestinians.
Zelensky Tells Trump He Supports Halting Attacks on Energy Infrastructure
by Dave DeCamp | Mar 20, 2025
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky told President Trump in a phone call on Wednesday that he supports the proposal for Russia and Ukraine to halt attacks on energy infrastructure as a first step toward a ceasefire and lasting peace deal.
Taiwan Military Touts US Ties in Security Review
by Kyle Anzalone | Mar 18, 2025
In a review of Taipei’s military policy, the country’s Defense Ministry concluded that Taiwan should maintain strong security ties with the United States. The Taiwanese officials who authored the document said the partnership with Washington was needed in an increasingly unstable world.
US Military To Test Ukrainian Drones
by Kyle Anzalone | Mar 18, 2025
The Pentagon has awarded contracts to two Ukrainian companies that produce long-range drones, offering to test their products as part of a new long-term development project. Western officials have suggested the war in Ukraine presents opportunities to battle-test NATO weapons systems against Russian forces.
Israeli Lawmakers Say Hamas Gaining Strength Despite War
by Kyle Anzalone | Mar 17, 2025
A group of Israeli Knesset members claimed that Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad have now returned to their pre-October 7 strength, suggesting the brutal Gaza war has done little to reduce their numbers.
Trump Moves to Shut Down Voice of America
by Kyle Anzalone | Mar 16, 2025
President Donald Trump has issued an executive order that will dismantle Voice of America (VOA), Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL), Radio Free Asia, and other US state media outlets.
US, Israel Discusses Expulsion of Palestinians With East African Governments
by Kyle Anzalone | Mar 16, 2025
The talks are part of the plan for ethnically cleansing Gaza. According to the Associated Press, Washington and Tel Aviv have engaged in talks with three African governments on taking in Palestinians after their removal from Gaza. President Donald Trump has called for...
Hamas Agrees To Release Israeli-American Hostage
by Kyle Anzalone | Mar 16, 2025
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office claimed Hamas releasing the American was a ploy to sabotage negotiations Hamas announced on Friday that it had agreed to release American Edan Alexander along with the bodies of four other dual US-Israelis who died in...
NATO Chief: Membership for Ukraine Is Off the Table
by Kyle Anzalone | Mar 16, 2025
Secretary General Mark Rutte added that the alliance could normalize its relationship with Russia once the war in Ukraine ends In an interview that aired on Friday, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte confirmed that NATO membership for Ukraine was removed from the...
Trump Moves to Shut Down Voice of America, State Media Outlets
by Kyle Anzalone | Mar 16, 2025
President Donald Trump has issued an executive order that will dismantle Voice of America, Radio Free Europe, Radio Free Asia, and other US state media outlets. A press release from the White House said that the outlets have adopted an increasingly progressive...
European Officials Mull Troop Deployments to Enforce Ukraine Ceasefire
by Kyle Anzalone | Mar 13, 2025
A bloc of Western countries held a security conference to discuss their role in enforcing a future ceasefire in Ukraine. European leaders have debated troop deployments to the war-torn nation and even considered strikes on Russian forces.
News Roundup
News Roundup 7/25/19
by Kyle Anzalone | Jul 25, 2019
US News Joe Biden appoints hawk as a foreign policy adviser. [Link] The House passes an anti-BDS bill. [Link] Paramount Pictures give the Department of Defense the ability to put talking points into the new Top Gun movie script. In exchange, Paramount was able to use...
News Roundup 7/24/19
by Kyle Anzalone | Jul 24, 2019
US News Trump is forming a close relationship with Lockheed’s CEO. [Link] The Chicago police department carried out more than 11,000 search warrants over five years. The police frequently went to the wrong home, and raids ended up with guns pointed in the faces of...
News Roundup 7/23/19
by Kyle Anzalone | Jul 23, 2019
US News The F-35 has new problems with the canopy. The F-22 has been replaced with F-15 in the Middle East. [Link] Protesters in Puerto Rico are demanding the territory’s leader step down. Puerto Rico’s governor says he will not seek reelection, but will not resign....
News Roundup 7/22/19
by Kyle Anzalone | Jul 22, 2019
US News A Pennsylvania school district sends letters to parents threatening to place children in foster care over unpaid lunch bills. [Link] A man has been released from prison after serving 28 years for a murder he did not commit. [Link] The US sanctions four...
News Roundup 7/18/19
by Kyle Anzalone | Jul 18, 2019
US News The police officer who killed Eric Garner will not face charges. [Link] Trump reallocates $42 million in aid funds from Central American to Juan Guaido’s regime change effort in Venezuela. [Link] Peru’s former president has been attested in the US and is...
News Roundup 7/17/19
by Kyle Anzalone | Jul 17, 2019
US News Trevor Aaronson explains how the FBI’s failed operation ‘Bo Tox’ ends with all charges being dropped. [Link] Senator Warren criticized Defense Secretary Nominee Esper at his confirmation hearing for refusing to recuse himself from decisions involving Raytheon....
News Roundup 7/16/19
by Kyle Anzalone | Jul 16, 2019
US News The House and Senate's NDAA bills head to committee. The NDAA bills passed have key differences about limiting the president's war powers. [Link] North Korea North Korea warns that planned US and South Korean wargames could kill peace talks. North Korea sees a...
News Roundup 7/15/19
by Kyle Anzalone | Jul 15, 2019
US News Sources say Trump is close to removing Dan Coats as Director of National Intelligence. [Link] A Florida police officer has been fired for repeatedly punching a handcuffed man in the face. [Link] The police officer who murdered unarmed Daniel Shaver has been...
News Roundup 7/12/19
by Kyle Anzalone | Jul 12, 2019
US News The new St. Louis prosecutor is looking to create a department to examine false convictions and crimes committed by police. [Link] A court rules a police officer who shot a child in the leg had qualified immunity and will not face charges. The police officer...
News Roundup 7/10/19
by Kyle Anzalone | Jul 10, 2019
US News Kamala Harris’s career as a prosecutor leaves a disturbing record of supporting the death penalty and illegal practices. [Link] An IG report finds the NSA is failing to implement controls on its spying programs to prevent illegal searches. [Link] Brazil The...
News Roundup 7/9/19
by Kyle Anzalone | Jul 9, 2019
US News African migrants are increasingly seeking asylum at the US southern border. [Link] The State Department approves a $2.2 billion dollar weapons sale to Taiwan. [Link] Asian News North Korea releases an Australian who was accused of spying. The man was held...
News Roundup 7/8/19
by Kyle Anzalone | Jul 8, 2019
US News A jury failed to convict accused war criminal Eddie Gallagher. His fellow soldiers witnessed him firing into a crowd of innocent people and murdering a captured teenage IS fighter. [Link] Congressman Amash quits the Republican party. [Link] Venezuela The US...
News Roundup 7/3/19
by Kyle Anzalone | Jul 3, 2019
US News The Senate passes a bill that authorizes $750 billion in military spending next year. [Link] Trump says the US defense pact with Japan is unfair and needs to be changed. [Link] Italy Italy attested the captain of a migrant rescue boat. [Link] North Korea Trump...
News Roundup 7/2/19
by Kyle Anzalone | Jul 2, 2019
US News John Kiriakou explains high ranking House Democrat Adam Schiff is a war hawk that takes money from major weapons makers. [Link] The NYT admits to sending stories to the government for approval. [Link] Venezuela The US sanctions Maduro's son. [Link] Maduro...
News Roundup 7/1/19
by Kyle Anzalone | Jul 1, 2019
Russia Putin and Trump meet at the G-20. Putin said Trump pushed the issue of Ukrainian sailors held by Russia. [Link] Trump suggested improving dialog in talks with Putin. [Link] North Korea The US Envoy to North Korea says the US is ready for constructive talks with...
News Roundup 6/28/19
by Kyle Anzalone | Jun 28, 2019
US News Stephanie Grisham is named the new Press Secretary. [Link] The head of Customs and Border Patrol, John Sanders, steps down. [Link] Rep Duncan Hunter used campaign money to fund an affair. [Link] An Appeals Court rules the government is responsible for the...
