Podcasts about Somaliland

Ghost opens episode 111 with Trump's Air Force One gaggle, walking through Trump confirming the Netanyahu F-bomb call, comparing AI wealth sharing for Americans to Chavez's oil nationalization, and delivering the line of the week on the Strait of Hormuz: oil is flowing at $97 a barrel and it should have been $300. The biggest shift comes when Trump tells reporters he would be honored to meet the new Ayatollah, calls him probably a professional, and implies the press may have lied about him the same way they lie about Trump. Ghost maps out how this, the uranium entombment admission, the State Department killing Israel's Somaliland play, and Putin's SPIEF defense of Trump all add up to a coordinated squeeze on Netanyahu. Hunter Biden's viral X account gets its moment: the January 2021 hot mic plea deal clip, his posts torching Jake Tapper, Jared Kushner, and Eric Trump, and Ghost's cooperating witness theory. SPIEF closes the episode with Putin's multipolar world speech, Saudi Arabia as guest of honor signing 30 Russia agreements, the Russia-Uzbekistan nuclear plant launch, and Kirill Dmitriev announcing the signing of the Trump-Putin Alaska tunnel design agreement with a mysterious Asian partner now confirmed.

In this episode of The Horn, Alan is joined by scholar and author Samson Abebe Bezabeh, a professor at the University of Hong Kong, to discuss Djibouti's domestic politics and shifting role in a turbulent region. They explore Djibouti's history, its internal political dynamics and uncertainty over the succession to President Ismail Omar Guelleh, who has ruled the country for nearly three decades. They discuss Djibouti's role as a “garrison state”, how it benefits from hosting foreign military bases and why its strategic position may be changing as Ethiopia seeks alternative sea access. They also examine Djibouti's fallout with the UAE over a cancelled port management contract, how that pushed Djibouti closer to Saudi Arabia and Egypt, and whether tensions with Somaliland could become a new flashpoint.For more, check out Samson's book Djibouti: A Political History and our Horn of Africa page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he covers today's top stories shaping America and the world. In this episode of The Wright Report, Bryan unpacks President Trump's surprise threat to bomb Oman over a brewing scheme with Iran to charge tolls on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz. Bryan breaks down the escalating chess match in the Middle East, including fresh Iranian drone attacks on commercial vessels, Trump's strategy to strip Tehran of its midterm election leverage, and the White House's plan to recognize Somaliland as a wedge against Saudi Arabia and the Houthis. He then pivots to a wave of domestic immigration reforms, from a new executive order pushing banks to flag illegal aliens, to a return of the pre-1960s rule requiring green card applicants to wait abroad, to the proposed "Cranky Flier" program targeting international flights into sanctuary cities. The WSJ's reporting on shoddy new home construction tied to unqualified foreign labor adds a sharp twist to the labor debate. Plus, Ken Paxton's primary win over John Cornyn in Texas raises the question of whether Trump will turn his war chest on RINO Republicans, and Bryan closes with promising medical news on pancreatic cancer, why a father's weight before conception shapes his child's metabolic health, and what scientists just learned about the brain's two washing systems during deep sleep. "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32   Keywords: Bryan Dean Wright, The Wright Report, Trump Oman threat, Strait of Hormuz, Iran drone attack, IRGC, Iran ceasefire, midterm elections, Somaliland recognition, Houthis, Saudi Arabia, Abraham Accords, MBS, UAE, immigration reform, illegal immigration, bank executive order, green card policy, sanctuary cities, DHS, Markwayne Mullin, Cranky Flier program, construction industry lawsuits, D.R. Horton, Lennar, John Cornyn, Ken Paxton, Texas Senate race, James Talarico, John Thune, RINO Republicans, Save America Act, pancreatic cancer treatment, paricalcitol, vitamin D analog, father obesity fertility, glymphatic system, deep sleep brain health, Alzheimer's prevention

Hour 3 Segment 1 Tony starts the final hour of the show joined with Ed Morrissey of HotAir.com to talk about Ken Paxton defeating John Cornyn in the Texas primary runoff election. They also talk about how Paxton can take on James Talarico. Hour 3 Segment 2 Tony talks about a Florida judge blocking the effort to halt a new GOP House map. Hour 3 Segment 3 Tony continues his conversation with Ed Morrissey talking about Democrats running on the policy of Trump bad and on gender. Hour 3 Segment 4 Tony wraps up another edition of the show talking about Somaliland. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 Segment 1 Tony starts the first hour of the show playing the latest cabinet meeting from President Donald Trump as he speaks on illegal immigration numbers. Hour 1 Segment 2 Tony continues to play the latest cabinet meeting from Vice President J.D. Vance as he speaks on fraud. Hour 1 Segment 3 Tony continues to play the latest cabinet meeting from Marco Rubio as he speaks on negotiations with Iran, foreign policy, and Ebola. Hour 1 Segment 4 Tony wraps up the first hour of the show continuing to play the latest cabinet meeting from Pete Hegseth as he speaks on Iran and cleaning the reflecting pool. Hour 2 Segment 1 Tony starts the second hour of the show continuing to play the latest cabinet meeting from Pete Hegseth as he speaks on Cuba. Hour 2 Segment 2 Tony continues to play the latest cabinet meeting from President Donald Trump talking about Washington D.C. being safe and answering questions. Tony also talks about Bolt Financial CEO, Ryan Breslow, announcing he’s abolishing his entire HR department. Hour 2 Segment 3 Tony talks about Ken Paxton defeating John Cornyn in the Texas primary runoff election. Tony also talks about crazy leftist policies. Hour 2 Segment 4 Tony wraps up the second hour of the show continuing to play the latest cabinet meeting from President Trump answering more questions. Hour 3 Segment 1 Tony starts the final hour of the show joined with Ed Morrissey of HotAir.com to talk about Ken Paxton defeating John Cornyn in the Texas primary runoff election. They also talk about how Paxton can take on James Talarico. Hour 3 Segment 2 Tony talks about a Florida judge blocking the effort to halt a new GOP House map. Hour 3 Segment 3 Tony continues his conversation with Ed Morrissey talking about Democrats running on the policy of Trump bad and on gender. Hour 3 Segment 4 Tony wraps up another edition of the show talking about Somaliland. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

These are the top headlines from Arab News, the Middle East's leading English-language daily, at 6pm GMT.   - #Iran and #US closing in on deal to end #Iranwar, Secretary Marco Rubio says announcement possible Sunday - Netanyahu told #Trump #Israel will remain free to act against threats - Israeli fire kills parents and their infant in #Gaza - ‘Gulf economies will find ways to get creative, bounce back,' ex-Biden adviser tells Arab News - Foreign ministers of #SaudiArabia and other Muslim countries condemn opening of Somaliland embassy in Jerusalem   Check out the latest updates on arabnews.com

For review:1. Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez insisted Cuba "poses no threat" to the United States and doesn't have "aggressive plans or intentions against any country," after Axios reported that the island nation has hundreds of military drones and has been allegedly discussing plans to strike the U.S. military base in Guantanamo Bay and potentially Florida's Key West.2. The Republic of Somaliland will open an embassy in Jerusalem, its first anywhere in the world, the state's ambassador to Israel said Tuesday.Currently, seven countries have embassies in Jerusalem — the US, Guatemala, Honduras, Kosovo, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, and Fiji. 3. US President Donald Trump announced on Monday that he had called off a major attack against Iran, which he claimed was slated to take place on Tuesday after Gulf allies assured him that a deal with Tehran was now possible thanks to the renewal of “serious negotiations.”4. The US State Department has cleared potential military support deals worth a combined $428.2 million for India's Apache rotary-wing aircraft and M777A2 155mm howitzers.5. The Trump administration is planning to tell NATO allies this week that it will shrink the pool of military capabilities that the U.S. would have available to assist the alliance's European nations in a major crisis.6.  NATO Supreme Allied Commander: Europe should “absolutely” expect additional United States troop withdrawals in the future as European NATO allies strengthen their capability to provide more of their own  conventional defense. 

Turkey's role in Somalia is under growing scrutiny, with the East African country embroiled in controversy over elections and Israel stepping up efforts to challenge Turkey in the region. Over the last two years Turkey has ramped up its economic and military presence in Somalia, building on decades of development. The East African country is home to Turkey's largest overseas military base and this year it bolstered its military presence, deploying F16 fighter jets and tanks. Turkey is also constructing a space port for its rapidly advancing missile programme, and the two countries have signed agreements to exploit potentially vast energy reserves. But the deepening partnership is proving increasingly controversial, says Omar Mahmood of the International Crisis Group. While five or 10 years ago there would have been "quite high praise" for Turkey's role, that's changed over the last two years. "Some of these [Turkish] contracts and projects have tipped into [a much] greater scale and that has raised questions" he noted. Turkey boosts Mali defence ties after separatist and jihadist attacks Election dispute A looming constitutional crisis is adding to the scrutiny of Turkey's role in Somalia. The Somali government is insisting it has one year left of its electoral mandate, while the opposition claims elections should be held in May. "The core issue is that the political elite are infighting about the system,” explains Mahmood. “So anytime that happens, those who are against the government wind up complaining and then also looking at who is supporting the Somali government." Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's authorisation of $30 million in cash aid to the Somali government, which coincided with an April visit to Istanbul by his Somali counterpart, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, drew criticism from both the Somali and Turkish opposition. Famine looms in Somalia amid drought, dwindling aid and Middle East war “Turkey providing cash aid to the Somali government sparked the debate,” said African studies professor Elem Eyrice Tepeciklioglu, of the Social Sciences University of Ankara. “It seems some people think Turkey supports the ruling government, and provides support to the ruling government because they benefit from the relationship.” Ankara has strongly refuted accusations of interference in Somali politics. However, it could be paying the price for being too focused on Mogadishu in the past, given the diverse nature of Somalia's regions. “Turkey has started to learn from its mistakes,” said Tepeciklioglu. “They have started to increase their involvement with different states, with different regions, and have started to increase their engagement with local people as well.” Rivalry in the region Turkey is also facing a growing challenge in the region from Israel, which in April appointed an ambassador to Somaliland – becoming the first country to recognise the breakaway republic, which seceded from Somalia in 1991. “It's been useful probably for [Israel] to assert themselves against Turkey in an area where Turkey has firmly planted its flag,” said Norman Ricklefs of geopolitical consultancy, the NAMEA Group. Israeli-Turkish relations remain strained over Ankara's support of Hamas and Israel's war against Gaza and Lebanon. The Israeli government has indicated it is considering a military presence in Somaliland, to counter the threat posed by the Houthis in Yemen.  “I don't think we're at that stage yet,” said Ricklefs. "But any Israeli military presence in Somaliland is going to raise angst amongst the neighbours – Somalia, Egypt, Turkey and potentially Saudi Arabia. Obviously, it's going to be destabilising.” The risky calculations behind Israel's recognition of Somaliland The Horn of Africa could be a potential new flashpoint if Israel deploys military assets in Somaliland, agrees international relations professor Serhat Guvenc of Istanbul's Kadir Has University. "The potential for conflict between Israel and Turkey is really high, because they're pursuing diametrically opposed objectives. If relations further deteriorate, then we may see tensions running high between the two countries because they would be in almost physical contact. Their military assets may run the risk of having dangerous encounters with each other." Israeli-Turkish rivalry in the region threatens to exacerbate existing tensions in an already volatile area. For Turkey, which has invested more than €1 billion in development in Somalia over the past decade, and is also eyeing major financial returns from its energy exploration in Somalian waters, the stakes are high.

Thirty-five-year-old Fatima, who for privacy did not want to use her family name, says their family lost all their livestock to drought.35岁的法蒂玛（出于隐私考虑，她不想透露自己的姓氏）表示，家里的牲畜全因旱灾而死。After moving with her husband and children closer to town to find work, Fatima's husband abandoned her and filed for divorce, but not before assaulting her.在和丈夫、孩子搬到城里找工作后，丈夫不仅殴打她，还抛弃了她并申请离婚。He did harm me physically three times. He hit me a few times and one time he told me that he would hang me and he threatened me with a rope.他家暴了我三次，打了我好几次，有一次说要绞死我，拿绳子威胁我。Fatima now lives in a camp for displaced people on the outskirts of Hargeisa, the capital of Somaliland.法蒂玛现在住在索马里首府哈尔格萨郊区的一个流离失所者营地。She supports her children through a small tea shop earning about $40 per month barely enough to feed themselves.她靠一家小茶馆勉强维持生计，每月收入约40美元，几乎不够养活自己和孩子们。Oxfam Gender Protection Coordinator in Somaliland Abdul Rashid Yousef says women displaced by climate change like Fatima are at high risk for sexual and gender-based violence as GBV.救济会索马里性别保护协调员阿卜杜勒·拉希德·尤塞夫说，像法蒂玛这样因气候变化而流离失所的妇女遭遇性暴力和基于性别暴力的风险很高。The risks include that women were independent in the workforce place when GBV comes.风险包括女性在工作场所独立一人时，遭遇性别暴力。The risks include they are more exposed on that GBV like great sexual exploitation zone.还包括他们更多暴露在性剥削高发地区。On that they are more explicit about that they had limited knowledge about to cope the situation.由于教育匮乏，她们不知道该如何应对这种情况。On the outskirts of the town of Oak, Ibado Mohammed Abdulle is working to prevent violence against displaced women. She oversees three displacement camps.在奥克镇郊外，伊巴多·穆罕默德·阿卜杜勒正致力于防止针对流离失所妇女的暴力行为，她负责监管三个流离失所者营地。To improve women's safety in the camp, Abdullah created women's associations, provides counseling for those assaulted and takes criminal cases to the authorities.为了提高妇女在营地的安全，阿卜杜勒创建了妇女协会，为那些被袭击的人提供咨询，并将刑事案件提交给当局If a girl who was raped would come to me, I would take her to the hospital.如果一个被强奸的女孩来找我，我会带她去医院。After she is treated, I would then immediately take her to the nearest police station to arrest the perpetrator of this crime.在她接受治疗后， 然后我会立即带她去最近的警察局逮捕肇事者。Women in the camps take precautions. They travel in groups to collect firewood and water and make sure one woman keeps watch while the others sleep.营地里的女性采取防范措施，她们结伴拾柴取水，并确保睡觉时有人放哨。But as climate change intensifies in the region, the number of displaced women at risk of violence will only get worse. 但随着该地区气候变化加剧，面临暴力风险的流离失所妇女人数只会变得更多。

The virtuoso pianist, Ruth Slenczynska was the last living student of Sergei Rachmaninoff. She began performing at the age of four, and was once reputed to be the greatest child prodigy since Mozart.From the Australian outback to the forefront of British science, Dame Bridget Ogilvie was the daughter of sheep farmers who went on to help make the UK a leader in biomedical research.Labour MP, Tony Worthington, survived a violent ambush in Somaliland and played a role in the Northern Ireland peace talks.Crown prosecutor, Russel Tyner KC, was a pioneer in the prosecution of cyber-crime.Presenter: Kirsty Lang Producer: Ben Mitchell Assistant Producer: Lowri Morgan Researcher: Jesse Edwards Editor: Andrea KennedyArchive: BBC News, 12/01/2019; BBC, Hunting the Lorry Killers, 03/11/202; BBC, Eureka, 08/01/1997; BBC, Newsnight, 25/10/1999; BBC, Current Account, 16/10/1979; BBC, Reporting Scotland, 11/02/1994; BBC, Newsline, 06/05/1997; BBC, Panorama, 18/03/2003

How is competition for influence in the Horn of Africa among Middle Eastern powers — especially the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Israel — reshaping the political landscape? Hosts Alistair Taylor and Matthew Czekaj are joined by MEI Senior Fellows Mirette Mabrouk and Gönül Tol to unpack the dynamics driving this rivalry and its implications for conflicts and alliances across the region.   In the first half of the episode, Mabrouk explores the impact of Israel's December 2025 recognition of Somaliland, the emergence of two competing regional blocs, and what these developments mean for Egypt's security and strategic interests. In the second half, Tol shares key takeaways on middle power competition in the Horn of Africa from a recent trip to Kenya, reflects on local views of this phenomenon, and examines Turkey's strategy as it seeks to expand its influence in Somalia and beyond.   Recorded on May 13, 2026.

Uongozi wa Somalilanda, uko tayari kuipa marekani haki za kuchimba madini nakuweka kambi zaki jeshi, kwa ajili yakutambuliwa kama nchi huru.

"Somalia closes Bab al-Mandab Strait to Israeli shipping", IRNA reports; "The move comes as a direct response to Israel's recognition of the breakaway region of Somaliland, Yemen Press Agency reported on Wednesday".European bourses are mostly lower; US equity futures also extend lower, TSLA -2.7% post-earnings.USD and NOK outperform, GBP shrugs off political instability as PMIs firm, NZD underperforms.EZ PMIs initially helped fixed income off lows, but an inflationary UK release sparked new lows.Geopolitics keeps crude prices underpinned and metals softer amid a firmer USD.Looking ahead, highlights include Global Flash PMIs (Apr), Mexican Inflation (Apr), Canadian PPI (Mar), US Jobless Claims (Apr/18). Supply from the US. Earnings from Blackstone, Freeport-McMoran, American Airlines, Keurig Dr Pepper, Intel, Lockheed Martin, and SAP.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

Ciidanka Soomaaliya oo kaashanaya saaxiibbadooda ayaa la sheegay inay duqaymo cirka ah u geysteen dagaallamayaal ka tirsan Al-shabaab oo ku sugnaa koonfurta Mudug. Odayaaasha Gedo-buuri Bari-na waxay sheegeen inay qaateen nabad shuruud la'aan ah oo ay hoggaaminayso xukuumadda Somaliland, iyo ciidamo tababar loogu xidhay Puntland.

À Djibouti, le président sortant Omar Guelleh est en lice pour un 6e mandat, après la suppression par le parlement de la limite d'âge pour se présenter. Le pays organise le 10 avril la présidentielle. Face à lui, un seul concurrent : Mohamad Farah Samatar. Ce petit pays de la Corne de l'Afrique, dans une région instable, a fait de sa position stratégique un atout économique et diplomatique. Il est aussi un carrefour militaire. L'enjeu pour le pays est aujourd'hui de maintenir un équilibre délicat entre intérêts nationaux, régionaux et internationaux concurrents, souligne Sonia Le Gouriellec, maîtresse de conférences à l'Université catholique de Lille, spécialiste de la Corne de l'Afrique. RFI : Sonia Le Gouriellec, Ismaïl Omar Guelleh est au pouvoir depuis 1999, quel bilan faites-vous de ses 27 ans à la tête de l'État ? Sonia Le Gouriellec : Un bilan qu'à la fois Ismaïl Omar Guelleh et son gouvernement vont afficher, qui est une forte stabilité, c'est ce qui est vendu à l'extérieur. Mais cette stabilité implique aussi une forte surveillance sur le territoire national. Vous avez un modèle économique également qui est peu inclusif : Il n'y a pas d'industrie et c'est toute une élite qui va bénéficier de la rente qui arrive sur le territoire, mais il y a très peu d'intégration des marges sociales, une opposition quasi absente, qui pour une partie boycotte le scrutin et une grande partie surtout qui est en exil. En face de lui, pour cette élection, il y a Mohamed Farah Samatar, un ancien du parti au pouvoir. Comment est-ce que vous percevez cette candidature ? Un peu surprenante. D'une part parce que c'est une candidature d'un personnage qui n'est pas si connu que ça. Il est à la tête du Centre démocrate unifié, donc la CDU. Ce parti est quand même un parti d'opposition plutôt marginal et à la marge du système politique djiboutien. Donc, on a un peu l'impression que c'est une opposition pour la forme, pour que le président ne se présente pas seul, mais ça n'en fait pas pour autant un scrutin ouvert. Djibouti occupe une position géographique stratégique et contrôle avec le Yémen le détroit de Bab-el-Mandeb, qui donne accès à la mer Rouge, un point de transit important pour le commerce mondial. Est-ce que c'est sa principale ressource ? C'est sa principale ressource, effectivement. Le pays n'a pas beaucoup de ressources sur son sol. Par contre, c'est un cordon ombilical entre l'Éthiopie de 126 millions d'habitants et ce détroit stratégique : l'Éthiopie peut recevoir ses ressources par Djibouti et ce cordon ombilical. C'est tellement stratégique que Djibouti est entrée au cœur des routes de la soie maritime de la Chine. Et Djibouti accueille la première base militaire chinoise sur le continent depuis 2017. Donc effectivement, être sur ce détroit offre une place stratégique pour ce pays et ça permet à de nombreuses bases militaires également de venir s'installer pour pouvoir à la fois être en recul des pays du Golfe, ou à une époque être en recul de l'Afghanistan, du Pakistan d'où pouvaient fuir des terroristes, ce qui en avait fait pour les États-Unis une base importante et stratégique. Donc, Djibouti a su monnayer cet emplacement stratégique. Alors, je ne sais pas si je dois dire que Djibouti a su monnayer, le gouvernement djiboutien a su monnayer ou Ismaïl Omar Guelleh, puisque la politique étrangère est très personnalisée autour de la personnalité d'Ismaïl Omar Guelleh. Comment Djibouti est-il impacté dans l'actuel conflit au Moyen-Orient ? Alors c'est vrai qu'on en parle peu. L'Iran a dit qu'ils allaient potentiellement attaquer le Bab-el-Mandeb. Donc après avoir bloqué le détroit d'Ormuz, on voit que c'est un autre axe stratégique et à partir de là, il y a eu des attaques Houthis, mais sur Israël. Les Houthis qui sont alliés de l'Iran… Tout à fait. Alors ce que je trouve assez intéressant, c'est que très rapidement, comme il y a 30 kilomètres qui séparent le Yémen de Djibouti, il y a une base américaine, française, c'est une autoroute maritime majeure, donc je me suis dit : ils vont tenter aussi de bloquer cela. Et j'ai l'impression qu'on peut presque dire que finalement les Chinois nous protègent puisque la présence chinoise, j'imagine, dissuade un petit peu quand même les Iraniens et les Houthis de déstabiliser Djibouti. D'autres États du Golfe affichent leur ambition d'étendre leur influence en Afrique de l'Est, notamment les Émirats arabes unis. Comment est-ce que Djibouti compose avec cette concurrence ? Les pays du Golfe font un retour en quelque sorte, mais ont toujours été présents dans la Corne de l'Afrique, que ce soit à Djibouti dès l'indépendance, en 77, avec un gros soutien des Saoudiens. Mais c'est vrai que les Émirats arabes unis et l'Arabie saoudite s'affrontent indirectement au Soudan. Les Émirats arabes unis sont très proches du président Abiy Ahmed en Éthiopie… Djibouti essaye de composer avec tout cela. Avec parfois un peu de maladresse puisqu'en 2018, le gouvernement djiboutien a nationalisé le port qu'avait modernisé DP World, la société émiratie, et est en procès depuis avec les Émirats arabes unis, et les Émirats et DP World se sont installés à Berbera au Somaliland. On voit que ces derniers mois, ces dernières années, toutes les manœuvres autour de la reconnaissance du Somaliland sont aussi clairement soutenues par une manœuvre des Émirats arabes unis. Donc on voit que Djibouti est un petit peu étranglé finalement, dans une région particulièrement instable, avec de nombreuses influences étrangères des pays du Golfe, mais aussi de la Chine, des États-Unis, on parle de la Russie, on parle également de l'Iran… Donc c'est un enjeu aussi pour le président qui va se représenter de parvenir à garder Djibouti stable. Et dans une période où va se jouer la succession du président Ismaïl Omar Guelleh, dans les années qui viennent, ça va être tout l'enjeu, finalement, de la situation actuelle. À lire aussiPrésidentielle à Djibouti: la voie est ouverte à une nouvelle candidature d'Ismaïl Omar Guelleh

Le conflit au Moyen-Orient se répercute sur l'économie africaine. C'est particulièrement le cas en ce mois d'avril sur le marché du bétail, durement touché. Les pays de la Corne exportent pratiquement toute leur production vers les pays du Golfe. Malgré le cessez-le-feu, les animaux sont toujours bloqués au port de Berbera, au Somaliland, principal point d'exportation du bétail. Le marché représente de quatre à cinq millions de têtes par an.  La période est cruciale. La fin du ramadan, l'Aïd el-Fitr et la fête du sacrifice, le Hadj fin mai, représentent pour beaucoup d'exportateurs de bétail pratiquement l'intégralité de leur chiffre d'affaires sur l'année. Mais au port de Berbera, au Somaliland, de nombreux animaux restent à quai. « Beaucoup de monde parle uniquement du pétrole, explique Ridwan Ibrahim, directeur des opérations chez l'exportateur de bétail Qabyo Tire. Évidemment, le pétrole, c'est ce qui fait tourner le monde. Mais il y a aussi le bétail, l'alimentation qu'on oublie. Depuis le début de la guerre, nous n'avons pas exporté vers les pays du Golfe, à l'exception de l'Arabie saoudite, car nous pouvons passer par Bab-el-Mandeb. Mais pour des pays comme Bahreïn, le Qatar, le Koweït et les Émirats arabes unis, nous avons eu beaucoup d'annulations et nous n'avons pas pu y exporter à cause de la fermeture du détroit d'Ormuz. » Les prix des transporteurs ont aussi doublé, passant de 100 euros la tonne exportée à 200. Les éleveurs qui ont acheminé les animaux à pied ou en camion restent coincés au port en attendant que les bateaux repartent. Une situation difficile pour de nombreuses communautés de la région qui en dépendent. « Le bétail converge de très loin vers Berbera, c'est-à-dire de l'intérieur des espaces pastoraux de l'Éthiopie, de Somalie, y compris de Somalie du Sud, parfois même du nord du Kenya. affirme Géraldine Pinauldt, chercheure associée au Centre français des études éthiopiennes. Une partie du bétail va être exportée vers le Kenya, pour approvisionner les commerces et les villes en bétail vivant. Il y a une partie de ce bétail qui va également être exportée depuis le Kenya vers les pays du Golfe. » Selon la spécialiste, le marché représente 85% des exportations dans la région séparatiste de Somalie, le Somaliland. Pour la Somalie, c'est plus de la moitié. Pour l'Éthiopie, les exportations représentent officiellement beaucoup moins, mais une grande partie du marché demeure "informelle".Les infrastructures se développent pour abattre les animaux et exporter leur viande. Il existe une dizaine d'abattoirs modernes en Éthiopie tournés vers l'export. Pour Kelifa Hussein, président de l'Association éthiopienne des exportateurs de viande, il faut diversifier le marché : « Ethiopian Airlines dessert plus de 60 villes dans différents pays d'Afrique. Nous essayons donc d'exporter vers plusieurs pays africains pour moins dépendre des pays du Golfe. On a essayé de diversifier même avant le conflit. Nous avons exporté des échantillons vers certains pays pour tester le marché. Nous essayons de vendre en Guinée et au Sénégal. » Principal obstacle : les protocoles sanitaires. Pour obtenir une certification, il faut un accord bilatéral avec le pays destinataire. Un processus long à mettre en place. L'annonce du cessez-le-feu en Iran est une bonne nouvelle pour les acteurs du secteur, même s'ils restent prudents. Mais il faudra de nombreuses semaines avant un retour à la normale, si le détroit d'Ormuz s'ouvre durablement. À lire aussiCessez-le-feu au Moyen-Orient: «Un rapport de force se joue entre Israël et les États-Unis»

Earlier this week, activists were holding a peaceful march in the port city of KuGompo - formerly East London, but disorder erupted after a protester said he was attacked by a foreigner, prompting demonstrators to damage several vehicles and shops. The trouble came amid tension over the recent installation of a Nigerian community leader in the city, who has a traditional title that can be translated as "king of the Igbo people in East London". We hear from a Nigerian community leader in Scotland. Also, what's causing the decline in the populations of cheetahs in Somaliland and the Horn of Africa region? We hear from a conservation organisation. Presenter : Nkechi Ogbonna Producers: Keikantse Shumba, Bella Twine and Blessing Aderogba Technical Producer: David Kinyanjui Senior Producer: Charles Gitonga Editor: Maryam Abdalla

African nation calls for Ilhan Omar to be extradited after our interview with JD Vance,Trump hints at deal in Iran soon, Florida AG James Ulthmeier And Marty Makary  join the show American Financing: Save with https://www.americanfinancing.net/benny NMLS 182334, nmlsconsumeraccess.org. APR for rates in the 5s start at 6.327% for well qualified borrowers. Call 888-528-1219 or americanfinancing.net/Benny, for details about credit costs and terms Helix Sleep: Go to https://www.helixsleep.com/benny for 27% off sitewide.. MASA CHIPS: Go to http://www.masachips.com/BENNY and use code BENNY for 25% off your first order Patriot Mobile: Go to https://www.PatriotMobile.com/Benny and get A FREE MONTH Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From interdimensional beings to deadly COVID vaccines, this episode dives deep into the wildest stories of the weekend. JD Vance calls UFOs “demons,” Congress members talk interdimensional entities, Jimmy Kimmel mocks DHS's new leadership, and shocking vaccine admissions from the UK Telegraph emerge. Plus, the latest on Ilhan Omar's alleged immigration fraud and extradition request from Somaliland. Politics, WTF-style. ⚡ EPISODE SUMMARY This episode kicks off our new WTF segment, spotlighting the craziest stories in politics and current events: JD Vance & Aliens – Claims UFOs are not extraterrestrial but demons, sparking a jaw-dropping discussion on faith and interdimensional beings. Congress & UFO Declassification – Annapolina Luna and colleagues reveal what whistleblowers are saying about otherworldly phenomena. Jimmy Kimmel vs. Plumbers – The late-night host ridicules new DHS Secretary Mark Wayne Mullen, but Mullen's business background makes him no ordinary plumber. Democrats' Candidate Panic – Party insiders quietly debate nominating a “straight white Christian male” to win elections, ignoring policy failures. COVID Vaccine Admissions – UK Telegraph reports vaccine side effects, strokes, and deaths, previously buried by authorities. Ilhan Omar Fraud Claims – JD Vance highlights immigration fraud and Somaliland's request to extradite her for alleged war crimes. This episode is a whirlwind of the absurd, the shocking, and the politically explosive.

From UFOs being “demons” to deadly COVID vaccines, this episode covers the wildest stories of the day. JD Vance claims UFOs are demons, Congress talks interdimensional beings, Democrats secretly debate nominating a “straight white Christian male,” Jimmy Kimmel mocks DHS leadership, and shocking vaccine admissions surface. Plus, the latest on Ilhan Omar's alleged fraud and extradition request from Somaliland. Politics, WTF-style. ⚡ EPISODE SUMMARY Today's episode dives into the craziest stories shaping the weekend and beyond: JD Vance & UFOs: UFOs may not be aliens—they could be demons or interdimensional beings, sparking a jaw-dropping discussion about faith and the unexplained. Congress UFO Declassification: Annapolina Luna and colleagues shed light on whistleblower claims about unclassified “otherworldly” phenomena. DHS Leadership Chaos: Jimmy Kimmel mocks Mark Wayne Mullen's plumber past, but his business success proves he's no ordinary appointee. Democrats' Candidate Panic: Party strategists debate nominating a straight white Christian male for 2028, ignoring policy failures and open borders chaos. COVID Vaccine Revelations: UK Telegraph reports hidden vaccine-related strokes, deaths, and injuries, exposing a pattern of suppressed information. Ilhan Omar Immigration Fraud: JD Vance confirms allegations and Somaliland requests extradition for war crimes trials. No Kings Protests: Highlighting hypocrisy in pandemic-era government control versus current protests funded by foreign Marxist interests. This episode blends political insanity, shocking revelations, and pure WTF moments.

Joyce talks about:TSA workers getting paid now after emergency directive Friday. Why did President Trump wait to help? Was it a political move? Palm Sunday progression canceled in Jerusalem due to the war. Congress holding the American people hostage and elected leaders not doing what they have been elected to do. Somaliland reportedly offered to take Congress woman Ilhan Omar after VP Vance claimed she committed fraud on her immigration paper work. No Kings protests, the mainstream media outlets claims millions of protesters participated. The Rolling Stones goes after Melania Trump.New Covid variant in Florida.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The question of why Somaliland would seek the extradition of Ilhan Omar centers on her perceived interference in the region's sovereignty and her vocal support for Somalia's federal interests over Somaliland's independence.

Public outcry on the WORD talk line regarding No Kings rallies and Senator Graham coincided with shock over the United Methodist Church's support for minor gender surgeries and questions regarding Somaliland's desire to extradite Ilhan Omar.

The March 30, 2026, edition of The Charlie James Show centered on the massive, well-funded "No Kings" rallies, critiquing the media's uncritical praise of the movement and its exposure of an "unreasonable" Democrat philosophy. The program balanced this with sharp rebukes of established politicians, questioning Lindsey Graham's fitness for office following a Disney World vacation and discussing Mark Sanford's congressional bid. Finally, the show tackled cultural and international flashpoints, including the United Methodist Church's support for gender surgeries for minors and the bizarre geopolitical tension surrounding Somaliland's interest in extraditing Ilhan Omar.

This move has to be seen as part of a wider attempt by imperialism to outflank the Axis of Resistance. Protestors in Mogadishu wave Somali and Palestinian flags as they denounce Israel's announcement recognising the breakaway Somaliland region and call for the territorial unity of Somalia. Meanwhile, no amount of ‘strategic planning' by the think tank-ocracy can wish away the growing resilience and determination of the various national-liberation forces which collectively form the middle-eastern Axis of Resistance, with Iran and Yemen at its core, and backed by the growing economic might and military prowess of China and Russia. Subscribe! Donate! Join us in building a bright future for humanity! www.thecommunists.org www.lalkar.org www.redyouth.org Telegram: t.me/thecommunists Twitter: twitter.com/cpgbml Soundcloud: @proletarianradio Rumble: rumble.com/c/theCommunists Odysee: odysee.com/@proletariantv:2 Facebook: www.facebook.com/cpgbml Online Shop: https://shop.thecommunists.org/ Education Program: https://thecommunists.org/education-programme/ Each one teach one! www.londonworker.org/education-programme/ Join the struggle www.thecommunists.org/join/ Donate: www.thecommunists.org/donate/

This week on Taking Stock, Susan Hayes Culleton talks to investigative journalist Oliver Bullough about his book new book 'Everybody Loves Our Dollars' about how rampant money laundering has become. Soumaya Keynes of the Financial Times talks to Susan about the changing nature of night-time working. Plus, we hear about the strange economy of the breakaway state of Somaliland.

Israel erkennt Ende vergangenen Jahres als erster UN-Staat weltweit Somaliland als offiziellen, unabhängigen Staat an. Die Entscheidung wirkt auf den ersten Blick merkwürdig - folgt aber einer Logik, die auch mit dem aktuellen Krieg gegen den Iran zu tun hat. Text und Moderation: Kevin Schulte Sie haben Fragen? Schreiben Sie eine E-Mail an podcasts@ntv.de Sie möchten "Wieder was gelernt" unterstützen? Dann bewerten Sie den Podcast gerne bei Apple Podcasts oder Spotify. Dieser Podcast wird vermarktet von Julep Media: sales@julep.de

In this episode of The Horn, Alan is joined by Asher Lubotzky, senior research fellow at the Israel-Africa Relations Institute, to discuss Israel's recognition of Somaliland and its interests in the Horn of Africa. They trace the history of Israel's involvement in the region and its relationships today. They discuss why Israel moved to recognise Somaliland, how the decision links to Red Sea security concerns and the Houthi threat from Yemen, and what both sides hope to gain from closer ties. They also examine whether the growing rift between Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates could shape Israel's role in the Horn, and what Israel hopes to gain from diplomatic relations on the continent. For more, check out our recent episode “The Rupture in the Gulf, and Its Fallout”, our Analyst's Notebook “Gulf Tensions Spill into Somalia as Mogadishu Snubs UAE”, as well as our Horn of Africa page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James Bartley joins Night Flight to review the tumultuous events of 2025, describing the year as a roller coaster and a warm-up for increased global oppression and stricter controls. They discuss the controlled nature of the current UFO disclosure movement, labeling key figures as CIA assets managing a limited hangout to distract from the reality of alien abductions and off-world programs. James argues that the ongoing hybridization agenda is designed to breed out human empathy and reduce the population to a base level of indifference and stupidity, pointing to the collapse of educational standards as evidence of this demoralization. The conversation also covers the collapse of governments in Europe and Africa, the strategic recognition of Somaliland by Israel, and the economic instability signaled by rising precious metals prices. They analyze the assassination of a figure known as Charlie and the potential foreknowledge by media personalities, linking it to crumbling institutions and intelligence operations. Despite the bleak outlook, both hosts find hope in the rising resistance against these non-human agendas and the eventual dissolution of archaic systems of control. Judith's YouTube channel is: Nightflight Judith's Odysee channel is: Nightflight Judith's Patreon is: Nightflight Part 1 Video: [This post contains video, click to play] Part 2 Video: [This post contains video, click to play] Part 1: https://www.thecosmicswitchboard.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/James-Bartley-Interview-with-James-Bartley-on-thecosmicswitchboard.com-Part-1.mp3&Download: mp3 Audio Part 2 – Members Only: https://www.thecosmicswitchboard.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/James-Bartley-Interview-with-James-Bartley-on-thecosmicswitchboard.com-Part-2.mp3To Play or Download: Login or Join To Download Use the link under the player for the part you want to download. The post 2025 Review & The Alien Agenda and The Great Collapse – James Bartley Interview with Judith Kwoba appeared first on The Cosmic Switchboard.

AI IS EVERYWHERE—and today even more so than last week.  This week, we discuss the evolution of AI agents, their implications for society, and the intersection of technology with current global events. Moltbook, a social media platform for AI, was created this week and already has more than 1.4 million AI agents as users.  We delve into philosophical and theological questions surrounding AI sentience. Have we reached the Singularity? Are these really all AI agents or have at least some of them been hijacked by external entities? We also touch on recent explosions in Iran and the implications of Israel's recognition of Somaliland as an independent nation (it's a counter to Turkey's increasing presence in Somalia). Sharon's niece, Sarah Sachleben, was recently diagnosed with stage 4 bowel cancer, and the medical bills are piling up. If you are led to help, please go to GilbertHouse.org/hopeforsarah. Follow us! X (formerly Twitter): @pidradio | @sharonkgilbert | @derekgilbert | @gilberthouse_tvTelegram: t.me/gilberthouse | t.me/sharonsroom | t.me/viewfromthebunkerSubstack: gilberthouse.substack.comYouTube: @GilbertHouse | @UnravelingRevelationFacebook.com/pidradio JOIN US IN ISRAEL! We will tour the Holy Land October 11–23, 2026 with an optional three-day extension to Jordan. For more information, log on to GilbertHouse.org/travel. Thank you for making our Build Barn Better project a reality! Our 1,200 square foot pole barn has a new HVAC system, epoxy floor, 100-amp electric service, new windows, insulation, lights, and ceiling fans! If you are so led, you can help out by clicking here: gilberthouse.org/donate. Get our free app! It connects you to this podcast, our weekly Bible studies, and our weekly video programs Unraveling Revelation and A View from the Bunker. The app is available for iOS, Android, Roku, and Apple TV. Links to the app stores are at pidradio.com/app. Video on demand of our best teachings! Stream presentations and teachings based on our research at our new video on demand site: gilberthouse.org/video! Think better, feel better! Our partners at Simply Clean Foods offer freeze-dried, 100% GMO-free food and delicious, vacuum-packed fair trade coffee from Honduras. Find out more at GilbertHouse.org/store/.

On Monday's Mark Levin Show, Democrats and the media create violent, riotous situations through their rhetoric and positions, leading to deaths for which they take no responsibility, instead they blame others like President Trump while ignoring organizers behind the unrest.  This strategy is how they aim to win elections and the presidency, as they cannot win on the issues. There are organized far-left networks in Minnesota coordinating via encrypted chats, alerts, and databases to interfere with ICE operations, mobilizing agitators to obstruct arrests of criminal illegal immigrants, making enforcement extremely difficult amid non-cooperation from local/state officials and lack of media coverage. Also, tens of thousands of people slaughtered in Iran in a few weeks, and the slaughter goes on day after day, because they want to be free, and the world takes no action against a regime that is weaker than it has ever been. What have we become Meanwhile, over the past couple of weeks, the Saudis have attacked the UAE as infidels and Zionist stooges.  At the same time, the Saudis have announced ties with Pakistan. They opposed the Israelis dealing with Yemen and the UAE supporting opposition to the Iranian-backed Houthis. They opposed Israel aligning with Somaliland. And they have built strong ties with Qatar and Turkey. They have lobbied us against attacking Iran -- joining with Qatar and Turkey. They've also made their conditions for joining the Abraham Accords so absurd as to make their membership impossible. Saudi Arabia has learned much from their previously hated enemy, but new friend, the Qatar terror regime. Later, Gordon Chang calls in to discuss significant but opaque developments in Communist China, particularly the reported arrest and investigation of General Zhang Youxia, the top uniformed military officer, along with another senior general. Amid conflicting rumors—including claims of a coup, gunfire involving Xi Jinping's bodyguards, and Zhang's possible release—little is definitively known due to the regime's secrecy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Subscribe now to skip the ads. Derek welcomes Matt Lech to the show to bring you the news while an infirmed Danny convalesces. This week: Trump pushes U.S. oil companies to reenter Venezuela and outlines plans for a long-term U.S. takeover of the Venezuelan oil industry (1:34); opposition leader Maria Corina Machado presents Donald Trump with her Nobel Peace Prize medal (7:01); Southern Transitional Council leader Aidarus al-Zubaidi flees Yemen as the group fractures amid competing leadership claims (8:50); Somalia cuts ties with the United Arab Emirates following the latter's support for Somaliland and the evacuation of Yemeni separatist leaders through Somali territory (12:05); the second phase of the Gaza ceasefire begins as Israel continues to restrict humanitarian aid (14:27); UK Palestine Action prisoners conduct hunger strikes as part of a broader campaign against repression and arms manufacturing, with Matt relaying a statement from the group (18:11); Sudan's military government announces its return to Khartoum while preparing a major operation against the Rapid Support Forces in Darfur and Kordofan (21:22); China records a $1.2 trillion trade surplus despite U.S. tariffs (24:09); Japan's prime minister moves toward snap elections amid high approval ratings and ongoing political instability (26:30); the UN reports 2025 as the deadliest year for Ukrainian civilians since 2022 (28:40); American, Danish, and Greenlandic officials meet in Washington as Trump continues to press claims over Greenland (31:06); the Trump administration halts immigrant visa processing for 75 countries (33:15); and the New York Times reports on possible U.S. war crimes involving the use of disguised military aircraft in “anti-smuggling” operations (34:23). Derek then speaks with Negar Mortazavi, journalist and host of The Iran Podcast, about the causes, trajectory, and implications of Iran's recent nationwide protests (37:11). Find more of Matt's work over at Left Reckoning, The Majority Report, and The Jacobin Show.   Here is the complete statement from UK Palestine Action. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Derek welcomes Matt Lech to the show to bring you the news while a sick Danny convalesces. This week: Trump pushes U.S. oil companies to reenter Venezuela and outlines plans for a long-term U.S. takeover of the Venezuelan oil industry (1:34); opposition leader Maria Corina Machado presents Donald Trump with her Nobel Peace Prize medal (7:01); Southern Transitional Council leader Aidarus al-Zubaidi flees Yemen as the group fractures amid competing leadership claims (8:50); Somalia cuts ties with the United Arab Emirates following the latter's support for Somaliland and the evacuation of Yemeni separatist leaders through Somali territory (12:05); the second phase of the Gaza ceasefire begins as Israel continues to restrict humanitarian aid (14:27); UK Palestine Action prisoners conduct hunger strikes as part of a broader campaign against repression and arms manufacturing, with Matt relaying a statement from the group (18:11); Sudan's military government announces its return to Khartoum while preparing a major operation against the Rapid Support Forces in Darfur and Kordofan (21:22); China records a $1.2 trillion trade surplus despite U.S. tariffs (24:09); Japan's prime minister moves toward snap elections amid high approval ratings and ongoing political instability (26:30); the UN reports 2025 as the deadliest year for Ukrainian civilians since 2022 (28:40); American, Danish, and Greenlandic officials meet in Washington as Trump continues to press claims over Greenland (31:06); the Trump administration halts immigrant visa processing for 75 countries (33:15); and the New York Times reports on possible U.S. war crimes involving the use of disguised military aircraft in “anti-smuggling” operations (34:23). Derek then speaks with Negar Mortazavi, journalist and host of The Iran Podcast, about the causes, trajectory, and implications of Iran's recent nationwide protests (37:11). Find more of Matt's work over at Left Reckoning, The Majority Report, and The Jacobin Show.  Here is the complete statement from UK Palestine Action.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Somalia has accused the United Arab Emirates of undermining its sovereignty, including allegedly facilitating Israel's recognition of Somaliland, which Somalia considers part of its territory. In response, Mogadishu has canceled all agreements with the UAE, from ports to defence, raising questions about trade and security. We then turn to Botswana, following a recent visit by American YouTuber IShowSpeed to the Diamond Trading Centre in Gaborone, where he held a rough diamond and asked if he could buy it. Botswana's diamonds are a major part of national wealth, but acquiring them in raw form is strictly regulated. We explore what you need to know about these gems. Presenter: Charles Gitonga Producers: Ayuba Iliya, Keikantse Shumba, Bella Twine Senior Producer: Blessing Aderogba Technical Producer: Terry Chege Editors: Samuel Murunga and Maryam Abdalla

Iran who? Venezuela what? The hottest place you need to know about right now is a little Muslim democracy in the horn of Africa called Somaliland. Recently, Israel just became the first country to recognize Somaliland as it cements its independence from Somalia, and we are now all in the honeymoon phase. We invited our new best friend Saeed Ibrahim, founder and editor of Somaliland Chronicle, to answer our hard-hitting geopolitical questions like “where is Somaliland?” and “what do you eat there?” Saeed took us through the history of the region, the longstanding bond with Israel, the reactions on the street (they like us! They really like us!), the relationships with their not-so-nice neighbors, and why countries should be on their oxygen masks first before they help others. But first, where are we?Also:* How are the daycare centers?* Come for the camels, stay for the sea cucumbers.* Oh, a real genocide. * Houthis be maaaadddd.* Location, location, location.* Any kosher hotels?* How can we be good allies?* Do you know who Mandy Patinkin is?* A Hebrew lesson - Um Shmum! * The African Union? Please. Good for the Jews is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support our work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Here are some celeberations on the streets of the capital Hargeisa after the recognition:Thanks for reading Good for the Jews! This post is public so feel free to share it.And a visit from Israel's Foreign Minister:Thank you for listening! If you made it this far, it is your duty to the people of Israel and Somaliland to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. It will really help us gain independence. Just click on the button below and hit those 5 stars. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit askajew.substack.com/subscribe

Subscribe now to skip the ads and get all of our episodes. Danny and Derek return from their holiday retreat at Bohemian Grove to bring you news from around the world. This week: Delcy Rodríguez assumes Venezuela's presidency following Nicolás Maduro's U.S. rendition (1:31), as questions mount over the indictment (3:51) and Washington moves toward de facto control of Venezuelan oil exports (6:36); Saudi-backed forces push back Southern Transitional Council gains in southern Yemen, with STC leader Aidarous al-Zubaidi fleeing to the UAE and facing treason charges (11:10); Israel bans 37 humanitarian organizations, including Doctors Without Borders (15:33), and advances the E-1 settlement project in the West Bank (17:49); protests spread across Iran amid currency collapse and renewed sanctions (21:05); Thailand and Cambodia's December ceasefire largely holds despite a reported accidental mortar incident (25:33); U.S. airstrikes in northwestern Nigeria raise questions about targets and objectives (27:52); Israel becomes the first country to recognize Somaliland, prompting regional backlash and speculation about military basing and Gaza resettlement plans (30:44); European leaders discuss security guarantees for Ukraine as part of potential peace negotiations with Russia (36:00); Trump escalates rhetoric and planning around annexing or purchasing Greenland (37:54); the Trump administration pushes for a $1.5 trillion U.S. military budget (42:12); and Trump orders a U.S. withdrawal from dozens of UN and international institutions, particularly those related to climate governance (44:30). Don't miss ⁠our re-posted episode on American policing with Stuart Schrader⁠. Also check out ⁠our episode on Venezuela with Greg Grandin⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The United Arab Emirates has become the largest state investor in Africa. It's spending billions of dollars across the continent; building ports, power plants and renewable energy projects. We look at why Emirati companies are expanding so rapidly, and find out how much this investment is reshaping economies.If you'd like to get in touch with the programme, our email address is businessdaily@bbc.co.ukPresented and produced by Sameer Hashmi(Picture: General view of Berbera Port and Bebera city in Somaliland in the Horn of Africa, on 31st August 2021. Dubai-based port operator DP World and the Government of Somaliland, opened a container terminal at Berbera Port in June 2021. Credit: Getty Images)

Militias are patrolling the streets of Venezuela and independent journalists have been detained. It's all part of a crackdown signaling the country's authoritarian leaders are not relinquishing power, despite the capture of President Nicolás Maduro. Also, a garbage workers' strike in the UK has led to tens of thousands of tons of rubbish piling up in the streets, attracting vermin. And, the Israeli foreign minister has visited Somaliland after Israel became the first nation to officially recognize the segment of Somalia as an independent country. Plus, National Geographic puts out a list of the 11 biggest food trends expected around the world for 2026. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

The widely publicized Somali daycare fraud scandal in Minnesota is being deliberately amplified now to stoke outrage while obscuring larger geopolitical moves involving Israel, Somaliland, and the Middle East. As Jimmy points out, the fraud storyis linked to claims that Israeli intelligence, U.S. officials, and Gulf states are coordinating around recognizing Somaliland, building military facilities near the Red Sea, and countering Houthi activity tied to Yemen and Iran.  Jimmy shares past statements from General Wesley Clark, allegations about redirected U.S. aid money, and accusations that elite corruption and pardons for large-scale Medicare fraud receive far less scrutiny. These claims, he says, serve as a "distraction" narrative, suggesting the scandal serves broader strategic interests rather than being an isolated case of domestic fraud. Plus segments on President Trump saying he'll bomb Iran, Alex Jones' recent unhinged attacks on Candace Owens and Tucker Carlson's questions about the FBI's investigation into Charlie Kirk's assassination. Also featuring Stef Zamorano!

Today's Headlines: Looks like there's no easing into this new year. Trump dramatically escalated his Venezuela fixation this weekend, launching major strikes in Caracas and having Nicolás Maduro pulled from his home and flown to federal detention in Brooklyn. Maduro was re-indicted on familiar narcotrafficking charges, while Trump bragged that the U.S. is effectively “running Venezuela now” alongside American oil companies. But instead of installing Trump's preferred opposition figure, Venezuela's Supreme Court tapped Maduro's vice president Delcy Rodríguez as interim leader. Before all that, the U.S. had spent weeks chasing a Venezuela-bound oil tanker — until Russia swooped in on New Year's Eve, added it to its registry, and painted a Russian flag on the side to shield it from seizure. Trump also hosted President Zelensky at Mar-a-Lago with Stephen Miller, Jared Kushner, and Pete Hegseth, claiming “progress” while simultaneously echoing outrage on Putin's behalf after a friendly call with him. Abroad, Switzerland's army chief warned the country couldn't withstand a major attack, protests in Iran turned deadly as Trump threatened to “intervene,” and Trump ordered Christmas Day strikes on ISIS militants in Nigeria. On the home front, Trump froze all childcare payments nationwide after citing a Minnesota welfare fraud case involving a small group of Somali immigrants — while simultaneously moving to garnish wages from millions of student loan borrowers in default starting in January. One notable check on his power: the Supreme Court ruled 6–3 against his National Guard deployments to several U.S. cities. Meanwhile, the newly released Jack Smith testimony says he had evidence Trump committed multiple felonies that could rise to treason before his cases were shut down — and the massive Epstein document dump is already under scrutiny for delays, missing records, and questionable redactions, including internal DOJ emails noting Trump flew on Epstein's plane more than previously known. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: NBC News: Maduro arrives in New York after capture in Venezuela NYT: How Trump Fixed On a Maduro Loyalist as Venezuela's New Leader NYT: Russia Asks United States to Stop Pursuit of Fleeing Oil Tanker NBC News: Trump and Zelenskyy project optimism about prospects for a Ukraine-Russia peace deal despite 'thorny issues' The Daily Beast: Putin Burns Trump With Embarrassing Details of Phone Chat Reuters: Army chief says Switzerland can't defend itself from full-scale attack PBS: Trump threatens to intervene in Iran if regime continues to kill protesters NYT: U.S. Strikes ISIS in Nigeria After Trump Warned of Attacks on Christians NYT: Trump and Netanyahu Exchange Praise After Meeting, Showing Few Signs of Strain CNN: Israel becomes first country to formally recognize Somaliland as independent state AP News: Trump's attacks on Minnesota's Somali community cast a spotlight on fraud cases The Guardian: Trump administration reportedly freezes all childcare payments to all states CNBC: Trump administration to start seizing pay of defaulted student loan borrowers in January WaPo: Trump ends effort to keep National Guard in Chicago, Los Angeles, Portland PBS: Read Jack Smith's full deposition on the decision to indict Trump Axios: Mike Pence's think tank poaches top Heritage staff as MAGA rift grows NBC News: Justice Department is reviewing 5.2 million pages of Jeffrey Epstein files NBC News: The president, the plane and the prince: Top takeaways from the 3rd Epstein files release Des Moines Register: Democrat wins Iowa Senate election, holding off GOP supermajority CNBC: USPS changes may delay postmark dates. What it means for your tax returns, ballots, bills and more Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve, David, Hannah, Jimmy, Matthew. and Francesco give Ralph a well-deserved break and highlight some of the clips they want to revisit from another challenging, inspiring, fascinating, infuriating, and galvanizing year. Featuring interviews with Chris Hedges, Jon Merryman, Mike German, and more.Featured ClipsDouglas Brinkley — The Legacy of Jimmy Carter (January 11, 2025)Chris Hedges — A Genocide Foretold/ World BEYOND War (March 29, 2025)Peter Beinart — Being Jewish After the Destruction of Gaza (March 15, 2025)John Bonifaz — Impeach Trump!... Again (August 30, 2025)Mike German — Policing White Supremacy (March 8, 2025)Stephen Witt — The AI Prompt That Could End the World (November 8, 2025)Jon Merryman — Trading Life For Death (July 12, 2025)News 1/2/26* Our top story this week is of course the news that the CIA has conducted a drone strike inside the sovereign borders of Venezuela. CNN reports U.S. Special Operations Forces provided intelligence support for this strike, though spec-ops leadership denies this claim. Unsurprisingly, the CIA itself declined to comment. Earlier this month, self-styled Secretary of War Pete Hegseth compared Venezuelan “narcoterrorists,” to Al-Qaeda, indicating that the U.S. plans to use the same counterterrorism playbook that they deployed in the Middle East in Latin America. This, of course, begs the question of whether the United States is willing to reckon with creating a miniature Iraq or Afghanistan so close to home.* Giving the game away, Mike Pompeo – who served as Trump's Secretary of State from 2018 to 2021, told Fox News that the U.S. “can help rebuild…their oil sector,” and that, following a successful ouster of President Nicolás Maduro, American energy companies like Halliburton and Chevron would be able to “go down to Venezuela, [and] build out an economic capitalist model.” This from CBS Austin. President Trump has certainly not been subtle about his designs on Venezuela's oil, but this naked salivation over handing the country's fossil fuel deposits over to Halliburton is another eerie re-rerun of Iraq.* In more news from Latin America, ABC reports workers in Bolivia have declared a general strike to protest the new neoliberal government's announcement that they would scrap longstanding fuel subsidies in the impoverished nation. The fuel subsidies were first introduced under the Leftist government of Evo Morales nearly twenty years ago and have been maintained ever since; President Rodrigo Paz, who took office in November, marks the first non-leftist government elected in the country since 2006. The strike was called by Bolivia's powerful Central Union of Workers, but so far has largely been led by miners with other sectors, such as transportation workers, appearing more hesitant. When united, organized labor in Bolivia has delivered stunning victories in the past, but it remains to be seen how this strike will unfold.* In more foreign policy news, Israel has become the first country to formally recognize the East African breakaway state of Somaliland. Many question why Israel is making this decision at all and particularly why they are doing so at this moment; speculation abounds about a potential quid pro quo, with Israel extending recognition in exchange for Somaliland agreeing to accept Palestinians pushed out of Gaza. Somalia is currently a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council. In a statement with other non-permanent council members Algeria, Guyana and Sierra Leone, Somalia's UN Ambassador Abukar Dahir Osman said Somalia, “unequivocally reject any steps aimed at advancing this objective, including any attempt by Israel to relocate the Palestinian population from Gaza to the northwestern region of Somalia.” This from Reuters.* In more Israel-Palestine news, American Jewish activist Cameron Kasky – a survivor of the 2018 Marjory Stoneman Douglas high school shooting currently running in the primary to succeed Rep. Jerrold Nadler in New York's 12th congressional district – took the unprecedented step of visiting Palestine over the holidays to see the “reality on the ground.” He spent Christmas at a “peace march in Bethlehem calling for an end to the genocide in Gaza,” and issued a statement on the need to “end the settlements that violate international law and stop encouraging New Yorkers to move there,” in a social media post that garnered nearly 2 million views. Kasky is seeking to consolidate progressive support in this crowded primary, which pits him against Kennedy scion Jack Schlossberg, among many others.* Turning to domestic news, lawmakers in the House and Senate are considering their options to force Attorney General Pam Bondi to release the totality of the documents related to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Among these are two tools often cited by Ralph Nader and Bruce Fein but rarely invoked by Congress: inherent contempt and impeachment. Per NBC, Representative Thomas Massie said “The quickest way, and…most expeditious way, to get justice for these victims is to bring inherent contempt against Pam Bondi,” with Congressman Ro Khanna adding that the lawmakers are “building a bipartisan coalition, and it would fine Pam Bondi for every day that she's not releasing these documents.” Meanwhile, Newsweek reports Massie polled his followers and over 35,000 responded that Bondi should be impeached. However, no articles of impeachment against Bondi have yet been filed. It remains to be seen whether Congress will actually use the immense power vested in the body by the Constitution, or if these efforts will be stymied by the obsequious leadership of the Republican caucus.* Speaking of political party cowardice, this week the DNC announced that they would block the release of their own “autopsy” of what went wrong in the disastrous 2024 presidential election campaign. Writing in the Guardian, friend of the show Norman Solomon – director of RootsAction, executive director of the Institute for Public Accuracy – excoriated the party leadership for dodging hard questions such as “how much money went to insider consultants and advertising contractors as the Harris campaign managed to spend $1.5bn during the hallowed 107 days of her presidential campaign last year,” and the wisdom of “Harris continuing to toe the Biden line for huge arms shipments to Israel while its military continued to slaughter Palestinian civilians in Gaza.” More bluntly, an anonymous DNC member quoted in this piece said the decision to block the autopsy is, “about protecting people who fucked up.” RootsAction has released their own autopsy, which pulls no punches.* Our next two stories have to do with online gambling. First, in an address to mayors from across Italy this week, Pope Leo XIV denounced the “scourge of gambling,” which has “ruined many families,” and characterized the issue as a form of “loneliness.” He warned of a litany of other forms of loneliness as well, including “mental disorders, depression, cultural and spiritual poverty, and social abandonment,” according to the Catholic News Agency. Pope Leo cited a report from Caritas showing a surge in gambling across Italy, though this phenomenon is by no means constrained to the country. In the U.S., study after study shows Americans engaging in gambling at unprecedented levels. For example, a 2025 National Institutes of Health study showed 61.3% of adults in North America reported gambling within the past 12 months.* Meanwhile, USA Today reports Drake has been hit with a RICO lawsuit for “promoting an illegal online casino while using proceeds from the site to artificially inflate streams of his music.” This lawsuit, which also names streamers Adin Ross and George Nguyen, centers around Stake.us, which, the suit alleges “was created to bypass restrictions after Stake.com was banned from operating everywhere in the U.S.” As this piece explains, Stake claims that it does not allow gambling with real money in order to evade regulations, but in fact uses stand-ins like “Stake Cash” which can be exchanged for real currency. Drake and Ross were “paid to promote the platform by participating in livestreamed gambling with cash ‘surreptitiously' provided by Stake.” In turn, Drake is accused of using the illicit funds to “[deploy] automated bots and streaming farms to artificially inflate play counts of his music across major platforms, such as Spotify,” as part of his feud with fellow rapper Kendrick Lamar. If nothing else, this story shows how ubiquitous online gambling has become, infecting all facets and all levels of popular culture.* Finally, for some good news, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani was sworn in at midnight on New Years Eve. Mamdani took the oath of office in the decommissioned subway station underneath City Hall, in a small ceremony, followed by a large public inauguration on New Years Day. In his Executive Order 01, Mamdani officially rescinded “All Executive Orders issued on or after September 26, 2024,” otherwise known as the date of outgoing Mayor Eric Adams' indictment on charges of corruption. These now-rescinded executive orders included officially adopting the IHRA definition of antisemitism, a definition which includes antizionism, and other pro-Israel actions. That said, Mamdani explicitly stated he will retain an order establishing a Mayor's Office to Combat Antisemitism. Others include an order allowing Immigration and Customs Enforcement to operate on Riker's Island, and a blanket ban on the city's horse carriage industry. The New York Daily News notes “Mamdani has voiced support for banning the industry, but says he first wants to engage in dialogue with the union advocating for carriage drivers.” All in all, this marks the beginning of a new chapter in the history of America's largest city. We wish the city, and the mayor, good luck.This has been Francesco DeSantis, with In Case You Haven't Heard. Get full access to Ralph Nader Radio Hour at www.ralphnaderradiohour.com/subscribe

Investigative journalist Kit Klarenberg returns to Bad Faith to discuss what Israel's recognition of Somaliland and US strikes on Somalia have to do with the ongoing Gaza genocide and domestic attacks on Somalian Americans. Also, how does Israeli software offer backdoor access to your phone, and did AOC admit force the vote was a good idea? Subscribe to Bad Faith on YouTube for video of this episode. Find Bad Faith on Twitter (@badfaithpod) and Instagram (@badfaithpod). Produced by Armand Aviram. Theme by Nick Thorburn (@nickfromislands).

Donald Trump vows to strike Iran again if they restart their nuclear program. A young journalist's video alleging a massive billion-dollar fraud scheme in Minnesota is exploding online “like wildfire.” Questions swirl over what's really driving Israel's sudden recognition of Somaliland and the geopolitical stakes behind it. Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/TYT and use code TYT and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! Hosts: Ana Kasparian, Cenk Uygur SUBSCRIBE on YOUTUBE ☞  https://www.youtube.com/@TheYoungTurks FOLLOW US ON: FACEBOOK  ☞   https://www.facebook.com/theyoungturks TWITTER  ☞       https://twitter.com/TheYoungTurks INSTAGRAM  ☞  https://www.instagram.com/theyoungturks TIKTOK  ☞          https://www.tiktok.com/@theyoungturks

Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he dives into today's top stories shaping America and the world. In this episode of The Wright Report, Bryan covers the first confirmed U.S. ground strike inside Venezuela, escalating threats between Washington and Tehran, high-stakes peace negotiations over Ukraine, and a wide-ranging listener Q&A that spans Africa, Europe, and promising medical breakthroughs. U.S. Destroys Venezuelan Port Facility: President Trump confirmed that U.S. forces destroyed a port facility used by the Maduro regime to load drug trafficking boats. Reporting from Axios and CNN indicates the strike targeted land-based infrastructure, marking a major escalation beyond maritime interdictions. Bryan explains that the CIA and U.S. Special Forces were almost certainly involved and that the attack was meant to signal to Maduro that Washington has deep intelligence access and is prepared to keep striking unless a deal is reached. Risks of Retaliation and Global Entanglement: Bryan warns that a cornered Maduro may turn to sabotage operations inside the United States using narco gangs like Tren de Aragua. He also outlines less likely but more dangerous scenarios involving Chinese or Russian support, noting that Venezuela owes Beijing roughly $70 billion. Bryan argues Trump likely holds the advantage, but the situation remains volatile. Trump Threatens New Strikes on Iran: Following talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, President Trump said additional U.S. airstrikes are possible if Iran advances its nuclear or ballistic missile programs. For the first time, Washington appears equally focused on Iran's missile capabilities, aligning more closely with Israel's long held concerns. Iran's president responded by declaring a full-scale war with the United States and Israel. Iranian Assassination Plot Uncovered: The FBI is investigating an Iranian Quds Force team allegedly operating inside the United States to kidnap or assassinate American officials, including President Trump. Bryan connects the threat to mounting unrest inside Iran, where currency collapse, water shortages, and street protests are pushing the regime toward desperation. Ukraine Seeks Long-Term U.S. Security Guarantees: President Zelenskyy asked for a fifty-year American security guarantee as part of any peace deal with Russia. Trump countered with an offer of fifteen years. Bryan explains why such guarantees could entangle the United States in future wars and spark backlash from Trump's America First base, especially if paired with new conflicts in Iran and Venezuela. Listener Questions and Medical Good News: Bryan answers listener questions on Somaliland, European cultural decline, and why Israel's recognition of Somaliland has ignited regional tensions. He closes with encouraging medical updates on multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer's disease, and diabetes, highlighting research that links oral health, cellular energy balance, and natural sunlight exposure to improved outcomes.   "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32     Keywords: Venezuela port strike CIA Special Forces, Maduro narco boats Tren de Aragua, Trump Iran missile nuclear threats, Iranian assassination plot Quds Force FBI, Ukraine peace talks security guarantee, Zelenskyy Trump fifteen years, Somaliland Israel recognition Horn of Africa, Europe cultural decline cousin marriage, MS oral bacteria research, NAD Alzheimer's study, sunlight diabetes glucose control

Lee tackles the latest Epstein revelations, which are far worse for Trump than anything before them. Plus, we'll get into why Israel has just declared Somaliland a new country. And the successful US-backed coup'ing of Honduras. All that and much more!Support the show! My comedy news show Unredacted Tonight airs every Thursday at 7pm ET/ 4pm PT. My livestreams are on Mon and Fri at 3pm ET/ Noon PT and Wednesday at 8pm ET/ 5pm PT. I am one of the most censored comedians in America. Thanks for the support!

President Zelensky says the US has offered security guarantees for fifteen years although he wished it could be longer. Also; China conducts large-scale military exercises around Taiwan; India's Supreme Court puts on hold an order that suspended the life sentence of a former member of the governing BJP party for raping a teenager; Israel's announcement that it will formally recognise Somalia's breakaway region, Somaliland, is condemned by regional blocs and neighbouring countries; a crackdown on bird poaching in China and Cristiano Ronaldo says he won't stop playing football until he has scored one-thousand goals.The Global News Podcast brings you the breaking news you need to hear, as it happens. Listen for the latest headlines and current affairs from around the world. Politics, economics, climate, business, technology, health – we cover it all with expert analysis and insight. Get the news that matters, delivered twice a day on weekdays and daily at weekends, plus special bonus episodes reacting to urgent breaking stories. Follow or subscribe now and never miss a moment. Get in touch: globalpodcast@bbc.co.uk

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: China and Russia appear closer than ever—but the relationship is far from equal. We'll break down how Beijing is exploiting Russia's growing dependence as the war in Ukraine drags on, turning Moscow's isolation into long-term leverage for China. Christmas Day airstrikes in Nigeria. The U.S. hits Islamic State targets hard, as President Trump signals there is a limit to how long the slaughter of Christians will be tolerated. Israel announces it has killed a member of Iran's elite Quds Force, allegedly involved in planning attacks across the region. And in today's Back of the Brief—Israel becomes the first country to formally recognize Somaliland as an independent state, drawing sharp condemnation from the international community. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com.  Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief.  YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Stash Financial: Don't Let your money sit around. Go to https://get.stash.com/PDB to see how you can receive $25 towards your first stock purchase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025 on The InterviewIn 2025, the BBC launched The Interview, bringing you the best conversations from across the BBC. People shaping our world from all over the world.This special episode for The Documentary features three of the most compelling conversations from The Interview across the year. Senior politicians are held to account by experienced BBC journalists, who also bring a unique and personal insight to the conversation, with a behind-the-scenes take on each encounter that took place.US Energy Secretary Chris Wright's controversial challenge to climate orthodoxy was the subject of his conversation with the BBC's climate editor Justin Rowlatt. Like his boss President Trump, Secretary Wright believes the threat from climate change is exaggerated, and the rush to decarbonisation by renewables has been an expensive mistake. In an interview with BBC presenter Paul Njie, Somalia's president Hassan Sheikh Mohamud defends his efforts to tackle the terrorist insurgency in his country. And he stands firm in the face of demands for independence from the northern region of Somaliland - the unity of Somalia, he says, is sacrosanct. British Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood set out her plans for a radical reform of the UK asylum system in a conversation with the BBC's Nick Robinson. It makes for an uncompromising message for those trying to enter Britain illegally. Thank you to the all the teams across the BBC who have helped us make The Interview throughout 2025. The Interview brings you conversations with people shaping our world, from all over the world. The best interviews from the BBC. You can listen on the BBC World Service on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 0800 GMT. Or you can listen to The Interview as a podcast, out three times a week on BBC Sounds or wherever you get your podcasts. Presenter: Lucy Sheppard Producers: Ben Cooper, Clare Williamson, Farhana Haider, Lucy Sheppard Editors: Justine Lang and Nick Holland Get in touch with us on email TheInterview@bbc.co.uk and use the hashtag #TheInterviewBBC on social media.

1. Criticism of Gavin Newsom The hosts mock California Governor Gavin Newsom for allegedly misrepresenting his upbringing as impoverished. They highlight his privileged background, connections to the Getty family, and early business ventures. Newsom is portrayed as part of a broader trend of wealthy leftists promoting socialism while living in luxury. 2. Democratic Party and Radicalism The episode argues that the Democratic Party has shifted radically left, embracing socialism and Marxism. Figures like Comrade Mamdani are cited as examples of extreme ideology within the party. The hosts lament the lack of moderate Democrats willing to challenge the radical wing, referencing Bill Maher as a rare voice of reason. 3. Bill Maher’s Commentary Maher is quoted warning Democrats about the dangers of aligning with far-left candidates like Mamdani. He calls for a “Sister Souljah moment,” referencing Bill Clinton’s strategic distancing from radical elements during his campaign. 4. Human Rights in Nigeria Senator Cruz discusses Christian persecution in Nigeria, citing over 50,000 murders since 2009. He criticizes the Nigerian government for corruption and complicity in violence. Proposes sanctions and leveraging U.S. aid to pressure Nigeria into protecting human rights. 5. Recognition of Somaliland The guest, born in Somalia, advocates for U.S. recognition of Somaliland as an independent nation. Somaliland is praised for its democratic governance, stability, and alignment with U.S. values. The argument is framed as a strategic move to counter instability in the Horn of Africa. 6. Bill Gates and Climate Change The hosts poke fun at Bill Gates for allegedly reversing his stance on climate change alarmism. Gates is quoted saying the “doomsday view” is wrong and that other global issues deserve more attention. The episode criticizes climate policies, solar energy failures, and the hypocrisy of elites using private jets. 7. Fracking and U.S. Emissions The hosts credit George Mitchell, a Texas oilman, with pioneering fracking and reducing U.S. carbon emissions. They argue that natural gas has helped the U.S. lead in emission reductions, while China remains the top polluter. Go to BackyardButchers.com and enter promo code “VERDICT”, that’s V-E-R-D-I-C-T, for up to 30% off, 2 free 10-ounce ribeyes, and free shipping when you subscribe. http://www.backyardbutchers.com/Verdict Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and The Ben Ferguson Show Podcast Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruz/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/verdictwithtedcruz X: https://x.com/tedcruz X: https://x.com/benfergusonshowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1. Ayaan Hirsi Ali’s Personal Journey: Born in Somalia in 1969, raised in a Muslim household. Fled to the Netherlands in 1992 to escape a forced marriage. Became a Dutch citizen, studied political science, and served in the Dutch Parliament. Transitioned from Islam to atheism, and later converted to Christianity. Currently a research fellow at the Hoover Institution and founder of the AHA Foundation. 2. Defining Political Islam vs. Islam as a Religion: Hirsi Ali distinguishes between Islam as a religion and Islamism (political Islam). She describes Islamism as a totalitarian ideology aiming to establish Islamic dominance globally. Emphasizes the threat posed by groups like the Muslim Brotherhood, which she compares to a “termite infestation” due to their subversive tactics. 3. The Muslim Brotherhood: Founded in 1928 by Hassan al-Banna in Egypt. Described as a decentralized, global movement using both peaceful and violent means to infiltrate societies. Hirsi Ali and Cruz advocate for its designation as a terrorist organization in the U.S. 4. The Red-Green Alliance: A term used to describe the alliance between radical Islamists (green) and Marxist/communist groups (red). Hirsi Ali warns that this alliance is strategically dangerous and aims to undermine Western democratic institutions. 5. Sharia Law and Its Implications: Hirsi Ali outlines the oppressive nature of Sharia law, especially toward women and LGBTQ individuals. She warns of the potential consequences if Islamist ideologies gain influence in Western societies. 6. Islamist Influence in Europe and the U.S.: Hirsi Ali and Cruz discuss the rise of Islamist influence in European cities and the potential for similar developments in the U.S. They express concern over political figures like Zohran Mamdani and Ilhan Omar, suggesting they represent the Red-Green alliance. 7. Persecution of Christians in Nigeria: Cruz and Hirsi Ali highlight the mass murder of Christians by Boko Haram and other Islamist groups. They criticize the Nigerian government for its inaction and call for U.S. sanctions and accountability. 8. Recognition of Somaliland: Hirsi Ali supports recognizing Somaliland as an independent nation. She praises its democratic governance, stability, and alignment with Western values. Go to BackyardButchers.com and enter promo code “VERDICT”, that’s V-E-R-D-I-C-T, for up to 30% off, 2 free 10-ounce ribeyes, and free shipping when you subscribe. http://www.backyardbutchers.com/Verdict Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and The Ben Ferguson Show Podcast Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruz/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/verdictwithtedcruz X: https://x.com/tedcruz X: https://x.com/benfergusonshowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.