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The John Batchelor Show
S8 Ep231: 4. Enforcing Sanctions: Interdicting the Shadow Fleet to Squeeze China. Victoria Coates details the Trump administration's enforcement of a "Monroe Doctrine" corollary, using naval power to seize tankers carrying Venezuelan oil to Chi

The John Batchelor Show

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2025 9:45


4. Enforcing Sanctions: Interdicting the Shadow Fleet to Squeeze China. Victoria Coates details the Trump administration's enforcement of a "Monroe Doctrine" corollary, using naval power to seize tankers carrying Venezuelan oil to China. This strategy exposes China's lack of maritime projection and energy vulnerability, as Beijingcannot legally contest the seizures of illicit shadow fleet vessels. 1937 NING HEI, CHINA

The FOX News Rundown
Evening Edition: Turkey Props Up Venezuela, Helps Avoid Sanctions

The FOX News Rundown

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2025 20:42


The United States continues to squeeze and isolate the Venezuelan regime led by Nicolas Maduro with another oil tanker being seized, steady military action against narco-terrorist drug boats, and the recent daring extraction of opposition leader Maria Corina Machado. Both Russia and China tight relationship with Venezuela dates back to the reign of Hugo Chavez, but now Turkish relations with Venezuela have become a major source of support for the Maduro regime. Turkey being a NATO member while supporting Maduro seems raise some eyebrows but why are they so committed to any sort of investment into Venezuela. FOX's Eben Brown speaks with Dr. Sinan Ciddi, senior fellow at the Foundation for the Defense of Democracies and Director of the Turkey program, who says the tightening relations between Turkey and Venezuela needs to monitored more closely, and he breaks down what the two countries are getting from each other. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Axe of the Blood God: USG's Official RPG Podcast
RPG Hidden Gems 2025 w/ Lucas White

Axe of the Blood God: USG's Official RPG Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2025 109:01


Like a cave behind a waterfall or a treasure chest just out of the camera's view, so to will these games make you feel special just by the nature of finding them. Some of 2025's best RPG experiences are tucked away in the corners of your local digital storefront but luckily Eric, Nadia, Victor, and special guest Lucas White are here to point you in the right direction. Whether you're looking for a mystery dungeon, a first-person dungeon crawl, or something with a bold art direction like you've never seen; this list will have something for you to cap off your year! Tune in to live recordings of the show every Saturday morning at https://www.twitch.tv/bloodgodpod, subscribe for bonus episodes and discord access at https://www.patreon.com/bloodgodpod and celebrate our 10th Anniversary with new merch at https://shop.bloodgodpod.com Also in this episode: Don't support retro handhelds that perpetuate the military industrial complex Larian under fire for use of genAI Falcom under fire for use of genAI Update on Horses League of Legends 2? Note: Microsoft and the Xbox brand remain subjects of the BDS (Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions) movement for their complicity in the ongoing apartheid and genocide of Palestine. In the interest of journalism we've chosen to cover Microsoft but encourage you to visit https://www.bdsmovement.net/microsoft for more information. Timestamps: 5:36 - Main Topic - Hidden Gems of 2025 1:16:16 - Random Encounters 1:40:16 - Nadia's Nostalgia Nook Music Used in this Episode: Do Your Best - [Breath of Fire III] Pub - [Lunar Knights] Adventurer's Guild - [Wizardry Variants: Daphne] Games Mentioned in this Episode: Shujinkou Romancing SaGa Minstrel's Song Remastered International Ys: The Oath in Felghana Road to Empress Crescent Tower Angeline Era Capcom Picross Battle Suit Aces House of Necrosis Lunacid: Tears of the Moon Suikoden I & II Remaster Sunderfolk Artis Impact Look Outside Wizardy Variants: Daphne Baroque-ya Quartet OFF He Is Coming Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time Wagotabi Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The John Batchelor Show
S8 Ep216: CHINA'S CHIP THEFT AND AI WARFARE RISKS Colleague Brandon Weichert, The National Interest. Weichert discusses China's attempts to upgrade older ASML machines and reverse-engineer chips to bypass sanctions. They also review 2025 lessons, noting

The John Batchelor Show

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2025 8:59


CHINA'S CHIP THEFT AND AI WARFARE RISKS Colleague Brandon Weichert, The National Interest. Weichert discusses China's attempts to upgrade older ASML machines and reverse-engineer chips to bypass sanctions. They also review 2025 lessons, noting that AI in military war games tends to escalate conflicts aggressively toward nuclear options, warning that China may fuse AI with its nuclear command systems. NUMBER 2

The John Batchelor Show
S8 Ep217: CHINA'S CHIP THEFT AND AI WARFARE RISKS Colleague Brandon Weichert, The National Interest. Weichert discusses China's attempts to upgrade older ASML machines and reverse-engineer chips to bypass sanctions. They also review 2025 lessons, noting

The John Batchelor Show

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2025 9:00


CHINA'S CHIP THEFT AND AI WARFARE RISKS Colleague Brandon Weichert, The National Interest. Weichert discusses China's attempts to upgrade older ASML machines and reverse-engineer chips to bypass sanctions. They also review 2025 lessons, noting that AI in military war games tends to escalate conflicts aggressively toward nuclear options, warning that China may fuse AI with its nuclear command systems. NUMBER 2

The John Batchelor Show
S8 Ep217: NUCLEAR PROLIFERATION AND RUSSIAN SANCTIONS Colleague Henry Sokolski, Nonproliferation Policy Education Center. Sokolski criticizes the lifting of sanctions on Russian banks for nuclear projects and highlights the dangers at the Russian-occupied

The John Batchelor Show

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2025 10:44


CNUCLEAR PROLIFERATION AND RUSSIAN SANCTIONS Colleague Henry Sokolski, Nonproliferation Policy Education Center. Sokolski criticizes the lifting of sanctions on Russian banks for nuclear projects and highlights the dangers at the Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia plant. He warns against potential deals allowing Saudi Arabia and South Korea to enrich uranium, arguing this brings them dangerously close to bomb-making capabilities. NUMBER 4

Géopolitique, le débat
Ce que les sanctions économiques nous disent du monde qui se recompose

Géopolitique, le débat

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2025 48:30


Depuis plus de trente ans, les sanctions économiques sont devenues l'un des principaux instruments de la politique étrangère des grandes puissances occidentales. Gel des avoirs, embargos commerciaux, exclusion du système financier international, sanctions secondaires : la panoplie s'est élargie, sophistiquée, durcie. La Russie depuis l'invasion de l'Ukraine, l'Iran depuis plus de quatre décennies, l'Irak dans les années 1990, Cuba depuis la guerre froide, mais aussi aujourd'hui plusieurs pays du Sahel… tous ont été, à des degrés divers, soumis à ce que certains appellent une « guerre économique ». Mais une question demeure : ces sanctions fonctionnent-elles réellement ? Changent-elles les comportements des États ciblés ? Ou produisent-elles surtout des effets pervers — appauvrissement des populations, consolidation des régimes, reconfiguration silencieuse des alliances internationales ? Car à mesure que les sanctions s'accumulent, les États visés s'adaptent, cherchent des alternatives afin d'éviter la réponse frontale : troc, contournement financier, commerce parallèle, monnaies locales, crypto-actifs, finance islamique, rapprochements Sud-Sud, dédollarisation progressive... Va-t-on vers un processus de fractionnement des systèmes de paiement à l'échelle internationale ? Assiste-t-on à une fragmentation du système économique mondial ?  Invités   Julia Tomasso, chercheuse à l'Iris et spécialiste de l'Iran Camille Boulenguer, économiste et chercheuse à l'Iris, spécialisée dans l'étude de la criminalité financière et des circuits financiers illicites Emmanuel Hache, adjoint scientifique à IFP Énergies nouvelles et directeur de recherche à l'IRIS. «Géopolitique des matières premières» éditions Eyrolles, 2025. Édition en partenariat avec la Revue Internationale et Stratégique «Vivre sous sanctions économiques. Impacts contournements, Réalignements». Direction de Julia Tomasso et Camille Boulenguer. 

Picardie Sport FB Picardie
Amiens SC - Omar Daf s'indigne des sanctions contre le club dans l'affaire des cris racistes à la Licorne

Picardie Sport FB Picardie

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2025 2:28


durée : 00:02:28 - Amiens SC - Omar Daf s'indigne des sanctions contre le club dans l'affaire des cris racistes à la Licorne Vous aimez ce podcast ? Pour écouter tous les autres épisodes sans limite, rendez-vous sur Radio France.

The John Batchelor Show
S8 Ep214: PREVIEW Guest: Brandon Weichert. Weichert explains how China attempts to reverse engineer advanced chip fabricator machines from the European firm ASML to bypass sanctions. Chinese entities reportedly broke machines while tinkering, then called

The John Batchelor Show

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2025 2:09


PREVIEW Guest: Brandon Weichert. Weichert explains how China attempts to reverse engineer advanced chip fabricator machines from the European firm ASML to bypass sanctions. Chinese entities reportedly broke machines while tinkering, then called ASMLfor repairs specifically to observe the technicians and learn the intricate mechanics of the forbidden technology. The strategy is similar to a car mechanic deliberately tampering with a competitor's high-performance engine until it fails, then calling the competitor's support team to fix it—not because they need the car running, but because they want to watch exactly how the expert puts the pieces back together.

Silicon Curtain
Putin is so 'Screwed' - As Urals Crude Drops Below $35 Per Barrel

Silicon Curtain

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2025 9:48


Silicon Bites Ep276 | 2025-12-19 | Tonight, a single number with regime-shaking implications: Urals crude at roughly thirty-five dollars a barrel — miles below global benchmarks, and catastrophically below what the Kremlin needs to fund its war-state on schedule. This is Russia's flagship export grade trading like a sanctioned pariah — because it is. Let's break it into three parts: what's happening, why it's happening, and why Putin's war finances are now on the clock.According to Argus Media price assessments cited by RBC and reported by The Moscow Times, Urals shipped from Novorossiysk fell to $34.52 per barrel as of December 16, with Primorsk around $36.07. Same oil, different port — same story: distress rate pricing. (The Moscow Times)----------Silicon Curtain is a part of the Christmas Tree Trucks 2025 campaign - an ambitious fundraiser led by a group of our wonderful team of information warriors raising 110,000 EUR for the Ukrainian army. https://car4ukraine.com/campaigns/christmas-tree-trucks-2025-silicon-curtainThe Goal of the Campaign for the Silicon Curtain community:- 1 armoured battle-ready pickupWe are sourcing all vehicles around 2010-2017 or newer, mainly Toyota Hilux or Mitsubishi L200, with low mileage and fully serviced. These are some of the greatest and the most reliable pickups possible to be on the frontline in Ukraine. Who will receive the vehicles?https://car4ukraine.com/campaigns/christmas-tree-trucks-2025-silicon-curtain- The 38th Marine Brigade, who alone held Krynki for 124 days, receiving the Military Cross of Honour.- The 1027th Anti-aircraft and artillery regiment. Honoured by NATO as Defender of the Year 2024 and recipient of the Military Cross of Honour.- 104th Separate Brigade, Infantry, who alone held Kherson for 100 days, establishing conditions for the liberation of the city.- 93rd Brigade "Kholodnyi Yar", Black Raven Unmanned Systems Battalion ----------SOURCES:Reuters (Dec 19, 2025) — Sanctions drive Russian Urals crude discounts to 2022 levels - https://www.tradingview.com/news/reuters.com%2C2025%3Anewsml_L8N3XO0PN%3A0-sanctions-drive-russian-urals-crude-discounts-to-2022-levels-reuters-calculations-show/Reuters (Dec 19, 2025) — Russia's tax proceeds from oil may fall in January to the lowest since 2022, Reuters calculations show - https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/russias-tax-proceeds-oil-may-fall-january-lowest-since-2022-reuters-calculations-2025-12-19/Reuters (Dec 19, 2025) — Oil prices climb as US blocks Venezuelan tankers, eyes on Russia-Ukraine talks (includes Brent/WTI settlements) - https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/oil-set-close-lower-second-straight-week-2025-12-19/Reuters (Dec 19, 2025) — Surging barrels at sea spook oil markets more than Russia or Venezuela (Kpler “on water” data) - https://www.reuters.com/markets/commodities/surging-barrels-sea-spook-oil-markets-more-than-russia-or-venezuela-2025-12-19/The Moscow Times (Dec 19, 2025) — Russian Oil Prices Sink Below $35 Per Barrel (citing Argus/RBC; includes Kluge quote) - https://www.themoscowtimes.com/2025/12/19/russian-oil-prices-sink-below-35-per-barrel-a91496----------SILICON CURTAIN LIVE EVENTS - FUNDRAISER CAMPAIGN Events in 2025 - Advocacy for a Ukrainian victory with Silicon Curtainhttps://buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtain/extrasOur events of the first half of the year in Lviv, Kyiv and Odesa were a huge success. Now we need to maintain this momentum, and change the tide towards a Ukrainian victory. The Silicon Curtain Roadshow is an ambitious campaign to run a minimum of 12 events in 2025, and potentially many more. Any support you can provide for the fundraising campaign would be gratefully appreciated. https://buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtain/extras----------

EMBARGOED!
Shipping Compliance with Sanctions Expert Claire O'Neill McCleskey | EMBARGOED! Episode 91

EMBARGOED!

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2025 56:17


On this episode of EMBARGOED!, host Tim O'Toole is joined by Miller & Chevalier's Collmann Griffin and Claire O'Neill McCleskey, former Head of the OFAC Compliance Division, to discuss sanctions compliance in the shipping industry. Roadmap: Typologies Iran Russia, including Lukoil/Rosneft and price cap North Korea How can you protect yourself? Best commercial screening tools Tips for insurers Price cap EU/U.S. divergence Foreign Terrorist Organizations (FTOs)/cartels Tips for flag registries Are S2S transfers ever okay?  ******* Thanks to our guests for joining us:  Claire O'Neill McCleskey: https://www.linkedin.com/in/claire-o-neill-mccleskey/  Collmann Griffin: https://www.millerchevalier.com/professional/collmann-griffin  Questions? Contact us at podcasts@milchev.com. EMBARGOED! is not intended and cannot be relied on as legal advice; the content only reflects the thoughts and opinions of its hosts. EMBARGOED! is intelligent talk about sanctions, export controls, and all things international trade for trade nerds and normal human beings alike. Each episode will feature deep thoughts and hot takes about the latest headline-grabbing developments in this area of the law, as well as some below-the-radar items to keep an eye on. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts for new episodes so you don't miss out!

Accents du monde
États-Unis: blocus total des pétroliers sous sanctions au Venezuela

Accents du monde

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2025 19:30


Ce qui fait la Une de l'actualité, les États-Unis ont annoncé un blocus total des pétroliers sous sanctions liées au Venezuela. Pour Washington, il s'agit de tarir le financement du régime de Nicolas Maduro, qualifié désormais d'«organisation terroriste internationale». Avec - Zuqiang Lin de la rédaction chinoise à propos de l'exposition «Dragons» au Musée du Quai Branly - Vahid Shamsoddinnezhad de la rédaction persane au sujet de l'insécurité alimentaire en Afghanistan alors que l'hiver approche - Denis Strelkov de la rédaction russe à propos de cinéma avec, en ligne de mire, les Oscars pour lesquels des films russes et ukrainiens sont en lice.

Accents du monde
États-Unis: blocus total des pétroliers sous sanctions au Venezuela

Accents du monde

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2025 19:30


Ce qui fait la Une de l'actualité, les États-Unis ont annoncé un blocus total des pétroliers sous sanctions liées au Venezuela. Pour Washington, il s'agit de tarir le financement du régime de Nicolas Maduro, qualifié désormais d'«organisation terroriste internationale». Avec - Zuqiang Lin de la rédaction chinoise à propos de l'exposition «Dragons» au Musée du Quai Branly - Vahid Shamsoddinnezhad de la rédaction persane au sujet de l'insécurité alimentaire en Afghanistan alors que l'hiver approche - Denis Strelkov de la rédaction russe à propos de cinéma avec, en ligne de mire, les Oscars pour lesquels des films russes et ukrainiens sont en lice.

The John Batchelor Show
S8 Ep211: CHINA'S SURREPTITIOUS SUPPORT KEEPS THE MADURO REGIME AFLOAT Colleague Professor Evan Ellis. China sustains the Maduro regime through loans, surveillance technology, and military equipment while bypassing sanctions to import Venezuelan oil. The

The John Batchelor Show

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2025 12:10


CHINA'S SURREPTITIOUS SUPPORT KEEPS THE MADURO REGIME AFLOAT Colleague Professor Evan Ellis. China sustains the Maduro regime through loans, surveillance technology, and military equipment while bypassing sanctions to import Venezuelan oil. The state oil company, PDVSA, collapsed due to the purging of technical experts and lack of investment, forcing Venezuela to rely on Iranian engineers to maintain minimal production. NUMBER 5 1902 CARACAS

The John Batchelor Show
S8 Ep207: Turkel outlines his collaboration with US leaders, including Matt Pottinger and Nancy Pelosi, to secure sanctions and a formal genocide designation. He highlights the bipartisan consensus against Beijing's abuses, noting that his effective advo

The John Batchelor Show

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2025 6:49


Turkel outlines his collaboration with US leaders, including Matt Pottinger and Nancy Pelosi, to secure sanctions and a formal genocide designation. He highlights the bipartisan consensus against Beijing's abuses, noting that his effective advocacy on the US Commission on International Religious Freedom led China to sanction him personally 1967 RED GUARD

Endtime Ministries | End of the Age | Irvin Baxter
When the State Sanctions Death: New York's Assisted Suicide Law - Ep. 7217 

Endtime Ministries | End of the Age | Irvin Baxter

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2025 58:30


New York has become the latest state to legalize assisted suicide — framing it as compassion, dignity, and personal freedom. But beneath the language of care lies a dangerous shift: the state now authorizes death as a solution to suffering. On today's episode, we examine New York's new law, the strong warnings from Catholic leaders and disability advocates, and why Scripture consistently teaches that life — even in suffering — is sacred and belongs to God alone. We also look at Canada's experience as a cautionary tale of how “guardrails” erode once the line is crossed. This isn't just about policy.It's about who decides when life is no longer worth living. ⭐️: True Gold Republic: Get The Endtime Show special on precious metals at https://www.endtimegold.com 📱: It's never been easier to understand. Stream Only Source Network and access exclusive content: https://watch.osn.tv/browse 📚: Check out Jerusalem Prophecy College Online for less than $60 per course: https://jerusalemprophecycollege.com If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available in the U.S. by calling or texting 988, the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — 24/7, confidential, and free. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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#431 - Prof SETAREH SADEQI - US Sanctions Rhetoric on Iran and Venezuela

Quantum Nurse: Out of the rabbit hole from stress to bliss. http://graceasagra.com/

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2025 97:57


Quantum Nurse https://graceasagra.com/ presents Freedom International Livestream Dec 18, 2025-   Thursday 12:00 PM EST Guest: Prof SETAREH SADEQI   Topic:  US Sanctions Rhetoric on Iran and Venezuela https://x.com/Leelako   Bio: Dr. Setareh Sadeqi serves as an Assistant Professor at the University of Tehran's Faculty of World Studies, where she focuses on Global studies with particular interest in Iran-U.S. relations and media narratives. She enjoys contributing to public discourse as co-host of the *Twice Told Tales Podcast*, where she and her colleague explore geopolitical issues affecting Iran. Dr. Sadeqi has had the opportunity to participate in several international conferences as both a researcher and moderator, and she remains committed to fostering thoughtful dialogue about Iran's place in global affairs through her academic work and public engagements.   Special Guest Host/s: Dr Reza John Vedadi               LinkedIn Instagram Warren Monty Quesnell               Facebook   Founding Host:   Grace Asagra, RN MA http://graceasagra.com https://rumble.com/c/QuantumNurseGraceAsagra Telegram - https://t.me/QuantumNurseGraceAsagra   TIP/DONATE LINK for Grace Asagra @ Quantum Nurse Podcast https://patron.podbean.com/QuantumNurse https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=FHUXTQVAVJDPU Venmo - @Grace-Asagra 609-203-5854 WELLNESS RESOURCES Optimal Health and Wellness with Grace Virtual Dispensary Link (Designs for Health)               2https://www.designsforhealth.com/u/optimalhealthwellness Premier Research Labs - https://prlabs.com/customer/account/create/code/59n84f/ - 15% discount - 15%_59N84F_05 Standing Co-host: Harmut Schumacher www.dragonnous,com

The Consumer Finance Podcast
The Trump Administration's Debanking Initiative: Risk Mitigation, Regulatory Deadlines, and Sanctions for Noncompliance

The Consumer Finance Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2025 30:54


In this episode of The Consumer Finance Podcast, host Chris Willis is joined by Troutman Pepper Locke Partner Lori Sommerfield and Charles River Associates VP and Practice Leader of Financial Economics Marsha Courchane to discuss the current administration's "debanking" initiative established through Executive Order 14331. They discuss key actions taken by federal agencies to implement it, expectations for financial institutions and small business lenders to conduct internal reviews, regulatory reporting deadlines, and consequences for noncompliance. This episode also features practical tips on tools and technology that institutions/small business lenders can use to facilitate conducting debanking reviews and highlights the tension between the debanking initiative and financial institutions' need to comply with the Bank Secrecy Act and other federal anti-money laundering laws. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Tara Show
“Trump vs the Venezuela-Iran Oil Nexus: Cutting Off Democrat Funding” ⛽

The Tara Show

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2025 7:03


Tara breaks down Trump's bold move to block Venezuelan and Iranian oil tankers, exposing a tangled web of global oil trade, sanctions, and political funding. From Democrat-backed street protests to Iran's assassination attempts on Trump allies, this episode explains the real reasons behind Trump's actions — and why they matter for American national security and economic sovereignty.

On the Nose
Processing the Attack at Bondi Beach

On the Nose

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2025 54:54


On December 14th, two gunmen opened fire on a celebration marking the first night of Hanukkah at Bondi Beach in Sydney, Australia, killing 15 and injuring more than 40. The gunmen, a father and son, have since been linked to the Islamic State. Immediately, as observers near and far were just beginning to process and mourn, bad actors rushed in to claim the narrative. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu offered a rebuke of Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, linking the antisemitic attack to Albanese's call for a Palestinian state. Australian antisemitism envoy Jillian Segal similarly linked the attack to a peaceful August 3rd Palestine solidarity march over Harbour Bridge attended by 300,000. She used the opportunity to promote her controversial 20-point plan to combat antisemitism, which would necessitate the broad adoption of the flawed IHRA definition of antisemitism, mandate Trumpian funding cuts to universities, and crown herself arbiter of acceptable speech related to Israel/Palestine in the media. American politicians quickly weighed in to express solidarity with the state of Israel and link the violence to the nonviolent Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions movement. Some prominent American Jewish figures like New York Times columnist Bret Stephens and former US antisemitism envoy Deborah Lipstadt claimed—without evidence and before anything was known about the shooters—that the attack was downstream from use of the phrase “globalize the intifada,” a dig at New York City mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani who chose not to condemn the phrase.On this episode of On the Nose, Jewish Currents editor-in-chief Arielle Angel and senior editor Mari Cohen spoke with Sarah Schwartz, the Melbourne-based executive officer of the new progressive, independent Jewish organization the Jewish Council of Australia. They parsed the various responses, from Australia to the US to Israel; explored the folly of conflating the ideology of the Islamic State with Palestinian national or solidarity politics; and reflected on the role and responsibility of the Jewish left amid antisemitic violence.Thanks to Jesse Brenneman for producing and to Nathan Salsburg for the use of his song “VIII (All That Were Calculated Have Passed).”Articles Mentioned and Further Reading“Jews, antisemitism and power in Australia,” Max Kaiser, Meanjin“Bondi Beach Is What ‘Globalize the Intifada' Looks Like,” Bret Stephens, The New York TimesBenjamin Netanyahu's statement on Bondi...

Ransquawk Rundown, Daily Podcast
US Market Open: Crude benchmarks higher following a report on new Russian energy sanctions; Markets await an address by President Trump

Ransquawk Rundown, Daily Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2025 3:29


US President Trump is to give an address to the nation on Wednesday night, live from the White House at 21:00EST (02:00GMT Thursday). White House Press Secretary said that Trump's address will be about accomplishments, while he will talk about what's to come and maybe tease new year policies.European bourses are mostly stronger this morning, with US equity futures also posting modest upside.DXY is firmer, the GBP has been hit after the UK's cooler-than-expected inflation report, which near-enough cements a BoE cut this week.Gilts outperform on the UK's data whilst USTs hold a downward bias.Crude benchmarks reverse Tuesday's losses following the blockade of Venezuelan oil tankers and reports of new Russian energy sanctions if Russia rejects the peace deal; XAU and Copper trading with slight gains.Looking ahead, highlights include Fed's Waller, Williams & Bostic, Supply from US, Earnings from Micron, New Zealand GDP (Q3).Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

Radio Islam
ECOWAS rejects Guinea-Bissau transition, warns of sanctions - Collins Nweke.

Radio Islam

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2025 12:19


ECOWAS rejects Guinea-Bissau transition, warns of sanctions - Collins Nweke. by Radio Islam

On marche sur la tête
Mariage d'un OQTF : «en France, l'illégalité donne des droits et la légalité donne des sanctions» démontre G.Collard

On marche sur la tête

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2025 29:15


Invités : Gilbert Collard, ancien député et avocatJohn-Alexander Bogaerts, propriétaire du journal PANHébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Lex Fridman Podcast of AI
Trump Orders Sanctions Oil Tanker Blockade

Lex Fridman Podcast of AI

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2025 5:30


In this episode, we break down President Trump's order to blockade a sanctioned oil tanker and why the White House says it's targeted enforcement—not a symbolic stunt. In this episode, we dig into the legal and geopolitical arguments, the media backlash, and what “active disruption” means for future sanctions policy. Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Moneyweb Crypto
What happens if the US imposes sanctions on South African officials?

Moneyweb Crypto

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2025 12:40


Revoking former foreign affairs minister Naledi Pandor's US visa suggests a shift towards personal, targeted pressure, and that's usually how it starts – but the smart move is to prepare, not panic; SA could explore alternative payment networks to reduce dependence on US-dominated financial infrastructure, says Faadil Moti, CEO of 80eight. Moneyweb Crypto news articles

Cork's 96fm Opinion Line
Cynthia Ní Mhurchú Wants Tough Sanctions On Drug Driving Plus Some Thoughts On Gavingate Report

Cork's 96fm Opinion Line

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2025 10:27


Soaring drug driving figures shows Garda units need to be resourced plus PJ slips in a Gavingate question. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The David Knight Show
Mon Episode #2159: Media Revives the Vaccine Cult

The David Knight Show

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2025 185:53 Transcription Available


00:02:11 — Australia's Terror Attack Exposes the Myth of Gun ControlKnight argues that the Sydney attack proves mass violence still occurs despite total disarmament, exposing the failure of gun bans and citizen helplessness. 00:07:50 — Immigration, War, and the Real Roots of TerrorismHe ties modern terror to endless Western wars and unvetted immigration, saying globalist foreign policy manufactures the hatred it claims to fight. 00:10:09 — Christian Zionism and the Betrayal of True FaithKnight contrasts Orthodox Jewish opposition to Israeli militarism with Christian Zionists who sanctify state violence, calling it moral corruption disguised as theology. 00:14:20 — Why Police Will Never Save YouThrough personal experience and public tragedies like Parkland, Knight shows that reliance on police breeds paralysis—citizens must take responsibility for self-defense. 00:35:45 — Immigration Panic as a Pretext for Digital ID ControlHe warns that governments will exploit border chaos to impose biometric IDs and universal tracking under the guise of security. 01:07:14 — Sanctions as a Prelude to World WarKnight draws parallels between today's sanctions on Russia, Iran, and China and the economic warfare that provoked Japan into Pearl Harbor, calling it history repeating. 01:12:21 — U.S. Backed ISIS as a Tool for Regime ChangeHe reviews leaked admissions showing Washington knowingly used ISIS to pressure Assad—proof terrorism became an instrument of U.S. foreign policy. 01:30:22 — Israel's Palantir-Assisted Pager BombingsKnight exposes Israel's use of AI to detonate pagers in Lebanon, killing civilians and revealing the next phase of algorithmic warfare. 02:01:40 — The Manufactured Measles “Outbreak” in South CarolinaKnight dismantles the media scare over a few cases, calling it psychological conditioning to revive vaccine hysteria and re-establish compliance. 02:10:13 — Vaccine Lies and the Inversion of Cause and EffectHe demonstrates that illness spikes followed vaccine rollouts, exposing the foundational deceit of “safe and effective” narratives. 02:17:14 — Vaccines vs. Cornflakes: The Nutrition DeceptionKnight argues that public health improvements came from food and sanitation, not pharmaceutical salvation—debunking the myth of vaccine triumph. 03:02:25 — The Rise of “Ramaslimey” and the Pharma RepublicansHe closes by exposing Vivek Ramaswamy and JD Vance as globalist technocrats masquerading as populists, pushing mRNA expansion and corporate control. Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to https://davidknight.gold/ for great deals on physical gold/silver For 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to https://trendsjournal.com/ and enter the code KNIGHT Find out more about the show and where you can watch it at TheDavidKnightShow.com If you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-showOr you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-david-knight-show--2653468/support.

The REAL David Knight Show
Mon Episode #2159: Media Revives the Vaccine Cult

The REAL David Knight Show

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2025 185:53 Transcription Available


00:02:11 — Australia's Terror Attack Exposes the Myth of Gun ControlKnight argues that the Sydney attack proves mass violence still occurs despite total disarmament, exposing the failure of gun bans and citizen helplessness. 00:07:50 — Immigration, War, and the Real Roots of TerrorismHe ties modern terror to endless Western wars and unvetted immigration, saying globalist foreign policy manufactures the hatred it claims to fight. 00:10:09 — Christian Zionism and the Betrayal of True FaithKnight contrasts Orthodox Jewish opposition to Israeli militarism with Christian Zionists who sanctify state violence, calling it moral corruption disguised as theology. 00:14:20 — Why Police Will Never Save YouThrough personal experience and public tragedies like Parkland, Knight shows that reliance on police breeds paralysis—citizens must take responsibility for self-defense. 00:35:45 — Immigration Panic as a Pretext for Digital ID ControlHe warns that governments will exploit border chaos to impose biometric IDs and universal tracking under the guise of security. 01:07:14 — Sanctions as a Prelude to World WarKnight draws parallels between today's sanctions on Russia, Iran, and China and the economic warfare that provoked Japan into Pearl Harbor, calling it history repeating. 01:12:21 — U.S. Backed ISIS as a Tool for Regime ChangeHe reviews leaked admissions showing Washington knowingly used ISIS to pressure Assad—proof terrorism became an instrument of U.S. foreign policy. 01:30:22 — Israel's Palantir-Assisted Pager BombingsKnight exposes Israel's use of AI to detonate pagers in Lebanon, killing civilians and revealing the next phase of algorithmic warfare. 02:01:40 — The Manufactured Measles “Outbreak” in South CarolinaKnight dismantles the media scare over a few cases, calling it psychological conditioning to revive vaccine hysteria and re-establish compliance. 02:10:13 — Vaccine Lies and the Inversion of Cause and EffectHe demonstrates that illness spikes followed vaccine rollouts, exposing the foundational deceit of “safe and effective” narratives. 02:17:14 — Vaccines vs. Cornflakes: The Nutrition DeceptionKnight argues that public health improvements came from food and sanitation, not pharmaceutical salvation—debunking the myth of vaccine triumph. 03:02:25 — The Rise of “Ramaslimey” and the Pharma RepublicansHe closes by exposing Vivek Ramaswamy and JD Vance as globalist technocrats masquerading as populists, pushing mRNA expansion and corporate control. Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to https://davidknight.gold/ for great deals on physical gold/silver For 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to https://trendsjournal.com/ and enter the code KNIGHT Find out more about the show and where you can watch it at TheDavidKnightShow.com If you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-showOr you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-real-david-knight-show--5282736/support.

The Beijing Hour
China sanctions former Japanese military chief over collusion with Taiwan separatist forces

The Beijing Hour

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2025 59:40


Chinese authorities say the country's economy has sustained steady progress and generally stable momentum over the past month (01:02). China has sanctioned a former chief of staff of the Japanese self-defense forces over collusion with Taiwan separatist forces (12:47). Australia's leaders have agreed to take decisive action to strengthen gun laws following a fatal mass shooting at Sydney's iconic Bondi Beach (17:25).

Newshour
Belarus frees 123 prisoners as US lifts sanctions

Newshour

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2025 48:27


Belarus has freed 123 prisoners, including prominent opposition activist Maria Kolesnikova and Nobel Peace Prize winner Ales Bialiatski, after the US agreed to lift sanctions on the country. Also on the programme, Cambodia has shut its border crossings with Thailand, as fighting continues despite US President Donald Trump earlier saying they had agreed to a ceasefire; and, how the British novelist Charles Dickens is being celebrated this Christmas in a small Dutch town.(Belarus released over 100 political prisoners form prison, Vilnius, Lithuania - 13 Dec 2025. VALDA KALNINA/EPA/Shutterstock)

AP Audio Stories
Belarus releases Nobel prize laureate Bialiatski in exchange for US sanctions relief

AP Audio Stories

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2025 0:51


AP correspondent Rica Ann Garcia reports on the release of a Nobel Peace prize laureate and a key opposition leader by Belarusian authorities as the country moves to improve its ties with the US.

Privateer Station: War In Ukraine
War in Ukraine, Analytics. Day 1383: Trump is Ready to Hit Zelensky with Sanctions. Arestovych, Shelest.

Privateer Station: War In Ukraine

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2025 54:56 Transcription Available


PRI's The World
US sanctions Colombians hiring out mercenaries to Sudan

PRI's The World

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2025 49:33


This week, the Trump Administration announced sanctions against Colombians involved in hiring out mercenaries to the Rapid Support Forces paramilitary group fueling Sudan's civil war. Also, aging landfills in the UK risk leaking toxic waste into nearby communities. And, a year on, Israel continues to hold Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya, the head of the last functioning hospital in northern Gaza. Plus, a look at the deeply calming side of the music of Icelandic wünderkind Gabriel Olafs. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

CNN News Briefing
Venezuela Sanctions, IN GOP Defy Trump, Disney AI Videos and more

CNN News Briefing

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2025 6:24


We start with new moves the US is making to intensify pressure on Venezuela. The Trump administration suffered a rare rebuke by its own party in Indiana, yesterday. The government has teased a new healthcare plan. Flooding continues to impact parts of Washington state. Plus, why you might start seeing Disney characters in AI videos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Counter Culture Mom Show with Tina Griffin Podcast
Islamizing America: Quran Sanctions Rape and Slaughtering of Christians - Robert Spencer

The Counter Culture Mom Show with Tina Griffin Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2025 27:08


Is Islam really as dangerous as some people claim? Yes! Robert Spencer is an expert on the subject of Islamic Jihad and Sharia. He has worked with the U.S. military and the intelligence community and authored several bestselling books about this religion that aims to destroy America and inflict genocide on non-Muslims. Robert touches on the recent election of Muslim NYC Mayor-Elect Zohran Mamdani, and what that could mean for the once-greatest city in the world. He also highlights some of the most chilling truths about Islam and the Quran, which sanction and encourage spousal abuse. Robert points out how the U.S. government has redefined the language about fundamentalism, Sharia law, and the Quran and could use its counter-terrorism strategies against law-abiding citizens and, especially, Christians.TAKEAWAYSPresident Trump's close friendship with Qatar is alarming, given the nation's history of sponsoring IslamIslam is supremacist, aggressive, political, and expansionistIslam leaves no space for coexistence - only dominationViolent Jihad can cause a great deal of damage and destruction, even amid a failed takeover attempt

Politics Done Right
Military Piracy How Trump Turned Sanctions Into State Sponsored Theft

Politics Done Right

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2025 9:02


Trump deployed U.S. forces to seize Venezuelan oil, blurring the line between law enforcement and piracy.Subscribe to our Newsletter:https://politicsdoneright.com/newsletterPurchase our Books: As I See It: https://amzn.to/3XpvW5o How To Make AmericaUtopia: https://amzn.to/3VKVFnG It's Worth It: https://amzn.to/3VFByXP Lose Weight And BeFit Now: https://amzn.to/3xiQK3K Tribulations of anAfro-Latino Caribbean man: https://amzn.to/4c09rbE

NTD Good Morning
U.S. Sanctions Maduro's Family; Indiana Senate Reject Redistricting Map | NTD Good Morning (Dec. 12)

NTD Good Morning

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2025 93:05


The U.S. is increasing pressure on Venezuela, sanctioning three nephews of First Lady Cilia Flores, two of whom are known narcotics smugglers. it comes after the U.S. seized an oil tanker with alleged links to terrorist groups. Venezuela calls the action piracy, while the White House says the U.S. intends to take the oil from the vessel.The Indiana State Senate voted down a new congressional map yesterday 31-19, that would have favored Republicans. That's despite having a 40-10 Republican super-majority in the chamber. The redrawn map would have given Indiana Republicans all nine of the state's U.S. House seats, two more compared to what they currently have. Republicans and Democrats are separated by just 3 seats in the U.S. House, and redistricting could determine control of the chamber in the 2026 midterms.Days of torrential rain have triggered historic flooding in Washington state, leaving families stranded, sweeping away homes, and prompting rescues. Tens of thousands remain under evacuation orders. The storms have shut roads and halted Amtrak service between Seattle and Vancouver. Officials warn the powerful atmospheric river is pushing rivers toward record levels.

Global Oil Markets
Sanctions, tariffs and shifting trade flows: a look at global oil markets in 2026

Global Oil Markets

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2025 27:33


Sweeping changes to crude and product flows following sanctions and tariffs, shipping disruptions and questions surrounding China's demand outlook—oil markets have seen it all in 2025. The year was also a mixed bag for oil investments across the globe amid accelerated push towards clean energy and rising EV usage, while some regions also unveiled concrete plans on refinery expansions. In this special episode of Platts Oil Markets Podcast, Sambit Mohanty, Asia energy editor, John Morley, global director for crude oil, Francesco Di Salvo, global director for refined products, and Jeff Mower, head of Americas oil news, look back at the key drivers for oil markets in 2025 and the themes that are likely to spill over and remain in the spotlight in 2026.

Headline News
Fresh US sanctions target Maduro's nephews, Venezuelan oil companies

Headline News

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2025 4:45


Washington is also reportedly preparing to intercept more ships transporting Venezuelan oil following the seizure of a tanker this week, and U.S. President Donald Trump says they will begin strikes against what he calls "narcotics shipments" on land.

The Marc Cox Morning Show
Enforcing Sanctions and Securing U.S. Interests: Jim Talent on Venezuela

The Marc Cox Morning Show

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2025 8:28


Former Senator Jim Talent discusses the recent U.S. seizure of a Venezuelan oil tanker, placing it in the context of long-standing sanctions and past enforcement actions against Iran and drug trafficking. Talent critiques media reactions and political opponents, emphasizing that the operation is a normal exercise of executive power to protect U.S. national security. He frames the action as part of an “America First” foreign policy, while highlighting the historical precedent of U.S. military action against criminal and hostile regimes.

Carnegie Politika Podcast
Navigating the U.S.-Russia Standoff: India's Foreign Policy, With Pankaj Saran

Carnegie Politika Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2025 28:28


India and Russia have a mutually beneficial relationship going back decades, and since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, India's strategic importance for Russia has grown considerably. This hasn't gone unnoticed by the Trump administration, which has slapped additional tariffs on India for buying Russian oil. To maintain its position as an emerging global powerhouse, India must navigate not only an unpredictable U.S. foreign policy, but also a more assertive China that is exploiting Russia's asymmetrical dependence, and a Europe that is unhappy about New Delhi's ties to Moscow.

The Epstein Chronicles
Mega Edition: Ghislaine Maxwell And The Push For Rule 45 Sanctions Against Virginia Roberts (Part 1-2) (12/9.25)

The Epstein Chronicles

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2025 23:25 Transcription Available


During the Virginia Roberts Giuffre defamation lawsuit, Ghislaine Maxwell attempted to use Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 45 as a pressure tactic, asking the court to sanction Giuffre and her legal team over their handling of subpoenas. Maxwell argued that Giuffre improperly served or attempted to serve subpoenas on non-party witnesses without giving required advance notice, claiming this violated procedural rules and amounted to bad-faith discovery conduct. Maxwell framed the move as an abuse of the discovery process, alleging deadlines were ignored and that Giuffre was trying to extract testimony in ways that unfairly prejudiced Maxwell's defense.The court was ultimately unmoved by Maxwell's effort, viewing it as part of a broader strategy to choke off discovery rather than a genuine procedural grievance. Judges made clear that technical disputes over subpoenas did not outweigh the public interest and relevance of the underlying evidence, especially given the serious nature of the allegations involved. Maxwell's failed bid for Rule 45 sanctions instead reinforced a familiar pattern in the litigation: repeated attempts to delay, narrow, or derail discovery as damaging testimony and documents continued to edge closer to daylight.to contactme:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

The Epstein Chronicles
Mega Edition: Ghislaine Maxwell And The Push For Rule 45 Sanctions Against Virginia Roberts (Part 3-4) (12/10/25)

The Epstein Chronicles

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2025 29:21 Transcription Available


During the Virginia Roberts Giuffre defamation lawsuit, Ghislaine Maxwell attempted to use Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 45 as a pressure tactic, asking the court to sanction Giuffre and her legal team over their handling of subpoenas. Maxwell argued that Giuffre improperly served or attempted to serve subpoenas on non-party witnesses without giving required advance notice, claiming this violated procedural rules and amounted to bad-faith discovery conduct. Maxwell framed the move as an abuse of the discovery process, alleging deadlines were ignored and that Giuffre was trying to extract testimony in ways that unfairly prejudiced Maxwell's defense.The court was ultimately unmoved by Maxwell's effort, viewing it as part of a broader strategy to choke off discovery rather than a genuine procedural grievance. Judges made clear that technical disputes over subpoenas did not outweigh the public interest and relevance of the underlying evidence, especially given the serious nature of the allegations involved. Maxwell's failed bid for Rule 45 sanctions instead reinforced a familiar pattern in the litigation: repeated attempts to delay, narrow, or derail discovery as damaging testimony and documents continued to edge closer to daylight.to contactme:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

The Greek Current
Is Turkey closer to F-35s and seeing CAATSA sanctions lifted?

The Greek Current

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 13:55


This weekend we heard Hakan Fidan say he believes Ankara and Washington will find a way to remove CAATSA sanctions "very soon". His comments echo those of US Ambassador Tom Barrack, who was quoted saying that the “hurdle” blocking F-35 access for Turkey might be resolved within 4 to 6 months. Sinan Ciddi, a non-resident senior fellow at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies and an expert on Turkish politics, joins Thanos Davelis as we look to break down why Barrack and Fidan insist a “solution” is within reach despite Turkey refusing to get rid of its Russian S-400s.You can read the articles we discuss on our podcast here:Turkey Closer to Clearing Way for F-35s, Says Trump Ally BarrackTurkey, US will find way of removing CAATSA sanctions ‘very soon', Turkish FM saysBerlin-Athens migrant returns ‘understanding'Iraklio airport resumes flights after farmers end protestProtesting Greek farmers swarm onto airport tarmac in Crete, forcing halt to flights

The Libertarian Institute - All Podcasts
The Kyle Anzalone Show [GUEST] Craig Pasta Jardula : Is Trump Imploding?

The Libertarian Institute - All Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 33:38


A kitchen joke about tomato sauce quickly gives way to the hard edge of politics as we unpack a growing fracture on the right. Trump's volleys at Marjorie Taylor Greene and Thomas Massie aren't just personality drama; they point to a deeper shift toward a larger security‑state posture and a party that now tolerates the same speech controls it once condemned. We break down NSM‑7 and what “disrupt” really signals when it's assigned to the FBI, CIA, DHS, and even the IRS: pre‑crime logic entering mainstream governance. The tension doesn't end there. Israel's war in Gaza has become a litmus test that cuts through spin and divides the base from party elites; younger voters see the footage daily and reject euphemisms. Add the Epstein files, where demands for transparency meet political deflection, and the cracks widen. We connect those fights to kitchen‑table realities: stubborn inflation, housing out of reach, and childcare costs that devour paychecks. When material conditions tighten, slogans fade, and trust shifts to whoever delivers clarity and results. Then we turn south to Venezuela. Craig “Pasta” Jardula, drawing on on‑the‑ground election observation across Latin America, challenges the default narrative that Maduro's win is purely fraudulent. He notes the valid concern over ballot access while explaining why opposition “evidence” wouldn't pass a courtroom test and why regional systems are often more transparent than U.S. critics admit. We also dismantle the “narco‑state” talking point and refocus on the true origin of America's fentanyl disaster: a pharma‑driven addiction pipeline and policy failure at home. War talk looms, but we explain why invading Venezuela would be a catastrophic misread—terrain, air defenses, trained militias, and a fiercely held sense of sovereignty. Sanctions already serve the aim of internal fracture; escalation only feeds the military‑industrial complex. The thread tying it all together is simple and urgent: foreign policy choices shape life at home. Roll back the security creep, protect open debate, stop laundering domestic pain through distant wars, and invest in outcomes people can feel. If this conversation challenged your assumptions or sharpened your view, follow and subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a review with the one moment that hit hardest. Your feedback helps us push for smarter, freer policy debates.

The Economist Morning Briefing
Britain announces new sanctions on Russia; America and Ukraine continue peace negotiations, and more

The Economist Morning Briefing

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2025 3:52


A British government inquiry found that Vladimir Putin authorised the attempted killing of Sergei Skripal, a former Russian spy, in Britain in 2018. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Economist Morning Briefing
The EU floats a controversial sanctions plan; immigration raids in New Orleans, and more

The Economist Morning Briefing

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2025 3:52


The European Commission put forward a controversial plan to fund Ukraine by raising up to €210bn ($245bn) backed by frozen Russian state assets. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The John Batchelor Show
S8 Ep153: Iran's Aggressive Posture, Sanctions Evasion, and 'Fake Reform' — John Batchelor, Bill Roggio, Jonathan Sayeh — Sayeh characterizes Iran as an active predator state, systematically seizing commercial vessels transiting the Strait of Hormu

The John Batchelor Show

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2025 10:01


Iran's Aggressive Posture, Sanctions Evasion, and 'Fake Reform' — John Batchelor, Bill Roggio, Jonathan Sayeh— Sayeh characterizes Iran as an active predator state, systematically seizing commercial vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz and progressively advancing its nuclear weapons program toward weapons-grade fissile material production. Batchelor documents that despite US sanctions regimes, Iran currently exports more petroleum than during the previous administration, suggesting inadequate enforcement rigor and possible sanctions evasion through intermediary nations. Sayeh characterizes Iranian regime tactics as employing "fake reform," superficially tolerating hijab violations while simultaneously intensifying internal security crackdowns, executions, and suppression of political dissent, creating a facade of liberalization masking deepening authoritarianism. 1870 TEHRAN