Podcasts about Taliban

Wat als je er achterkomt dat een gerespecteerd familielid een landverrader was? In Oorlogsmist gaat journalist Martijn van der Werff op zoek naar het verzwegen verhaal van zijn overgrootvader.  Een persoonlijke en meeslepende zoektocht die laat zien hoe dun de lijn is tussen fatsoen en foute keuzes.  En een ander aangrijpend familieverhaal in de podcast - Of ik je mis? van journalist Thijs den Ouden waarin hij onderzoekt waarom de dood van zijn vader hem jarenlang vrijwel niks deed.  Geen rouw, geen gemist, slechts een feit. Klopt dat wel?  En een podcast tip over het indringende verhaal van zestig Nederlandse militairen die in 2007 in de vallei van Chora worden omsingeld door de Taliban.

The Taliban have severely restricted the rights of women and girls in Afghanistan since returning to power in August 2021. Nearly 2.2 million girls are deprived of education, with girls banned from school after the age of 12 years, while women are not allowed to work in most sectors of society. In response, more and more Afghan women in the capital Kabul are using art as an act of hope and resistance. FRANCE 24's team reports, with Shahzaib Wahlah.

Kaboul, 15 août 2021. Alors que les troupes américaines sʹapprêtent à quitter le territoire, les Talibans prennent dʹassaut la capitale et sʹemparent du pouvoir. Au milieu du chaos, des milliers dʹafghans tentent de se réfugier dans le dernier lieu encore protégé : lʹAmbassade de France. Seuls, le commandant Mohamed Bida (Zem) et ses hommes en assurent la sécurité. Pris au piège, il décide de négocier avec les Talibans pour organiser un convoi de la dernière chance avec lʹaide dʹEva, une jeune humanitaire franco-afghane. Commence alors une course contre la montre pour évacuer les réfugiés jusquʹà lʹaéroport et fuir lʹenfer de Kaboul avant quʹil ne soit trop tard. Sortie du film " 13 jours, 13 nuits " le 27 juin 2025 Martin Bourboulon, réalisateur et Roschdy Zem, acteur sont les invités dʹAnne Laure Gannac.

In deze editie van Podcast Elke Week gaat Sam Verbeek in gesprek met correspondent Gerbert van der Aa over Afghanistan, vier jaar na het vertrek van de NAVO.De Taliban houden het land stevig in hun greep: vrouwenrechten zijn verdwenen, hulporganisaties zitten klem en internationale erkenning blijft uit. Toch is er ook orde: de Taliban innen belasting, bestrijden opiumteelt en houden het dagelijks leven draaiende.Maar hoe stabiel is deze repressieve rust? Gerbert vertelt over zijn reizen, over de angst én de aanpassing van gewone Afghanen, en over hoe de Taliban — zonder concessies — een werkende staat opbouwen.

L'invitée Culture est la photographe Oriane Zerah qui vit et travaille en Afghanistan, elle nous fait découvrir dans un pays ravagé par la guerre, la violence et l'oppression des femmes, la passion des hommes pour les fleurs. Oriane Zerah est au micro d'Isabelle Chenu. À Grasse, dans le sud de la France, le musée Fragonard, présente jusqu'au 12 octobre 2025  le travail de deux femmes photographes sur l'Afghanistan. Fatimah Hossaini, Afghane de naissance et Iranienne de nationalité, a photographié des femmes visages découverts, en tenue traditionnelles, débarrassées de leur burqa, tandis que la française Oriane Zerah nous fait découvrir dans un pays ravagé par la guerre, la violence et l'oppression des femmes, la passion des hommes pour les fleurs. 

L'invitée Culture est la photographe Oriane Zerah qui vit et travaille en Afghanistan, elle nous fait découvrir dans un pays ravagé par la guerre, la violence et l'oppression des femmes, la passion des hommes pour les fleurs. Oriane Zerah est au micro d'Isabelle Chenu. À Grasse, dans le sud de la France, le musée Fragonard, présente jusqu'au 12 octobre 2025  le travail de deux femmes photographes sur l'Afghanistan. Fatimah Hossaini, Afghane de naissance et Iranienne de nationalité, a photographié des femmes visages découverts, en tenue traditionnelles, débarrassées de leur burqa, tandis que la française Oriane Zerah nous fait découvrir dans un pays ravagé par la guerre, la violence et l'oppression des femmes, la passion des hommes pour les fleurs. 

In deze editie van Podcast Elke Week gaat Sam Verbeek in gesprek met correspondent Gerbert van der Aa over Afghanistan, vier jaar na het vertrek van de NAVO.De Taliban houden het land stevig in hun greep: vrouwenrechten zijn verdwenen, hulporganisaties zitten klem en internationale erkenning blijft uit. Toch is er ook orde: de Taliban innen belasting, bestrijden opiumteelt en houden het dagelijks leven draaiende.Maar hoe stabiel is deze repressieve rust? Gerbert vertelt over zijn reizen, over de angst én de aanpassing van gewone Afghanen, en over hoe de Taliban — zonder concessies — een werkende staat opbouwen.

CNN may be forced to retract a story that President Trump didn't notify democrat leaders before the strike on Iran's nuclear sites. Karoline Leavitt drops news that Trump tried to call Hakeem Jeffries ahead of time but that the minority leader didn't pick up. Chuck Schumer was also notified. Tim Burchett succeeds in stopping the flow of $40M a week to the Taliban... all eyes on the Senate. Conservatives who spoke against Trump's plan to bomb Iran's uranium enrichment sites are eating crow. Stephen Miller explains the historic nature of Trump's moves.

Today on TPE we look at the Indian and Pakistani delegations, their narratives and the official state propaganda of both countries.Is Pakistan a t*rrorist state?What is the history of India and Pakistan?We look at Balochistan, Hindutva Terrorism, Narendra Modi, the aftermath of Pahalgam, the India-Pakistan conflict and the Bilawal Bhutto and Shashi Tharoor delegations.The Pakistan Experience is an independently produced podcast looking to tell stories about Pakistan through conversations. Please consider supporting us on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/thepakistanexperienceTo support the channel:Jazzcash/Easypaisa - 0325 -2982912Patreon.com/thepakistanexperienceAnd Please stay in touch:https://twitter.com/ThePakistanExp1https://www.facebook.com/thepakistanexperiencehttps://instagram.com/thepakistanexpeperienceThe podcast is hosted by comedian and writer, Shehzad Ghias Shaikh. Shehzad is a Fulbright scholar with a Masters in Theatre from Brooklyn College. He is also one of the foremost Stand-up comedians in Pakistan and frequently writes for numerous publications. Instagram.com/shehzadghiasshaikhFacebook.com/Shehzadghias/Twitter.com/shehzad89Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC44l9XMwecN5nSgIF2Dvivg/joinChapters:0:00 History of India-Pakistan and creation of Bangladesh3:16 India's position on Kashmir5:00 Pakistan's support for militancy, FATF and crack down7:16 Pakistan Establishment's relationship with militant groups12:31 Timeline of the recent conflict15:30 America's support for militant groups, the Taliban and Pakistan20:30 India and Pakistan's narratives and Narendra Modi22:40 Narendra Modi, BJP and Hindutva Terr*rism27:00 Religious Extremism30:00 Islamophobia in India, India's belligerence and Godi Media33:29 India's flawed narrative

Coward Trump? | Pakistan Told to Free Balochistan | Iran's Revenge Against Pakistan Through Taliban

Julia Vignali reçoit Roschdy Zem, bouleversant dans 13 jours 13 nuits. Il incarne le commandant Bida, héros discret de l'évacuation de Kaboul. Entre émotions, préparation du rôle et projets à venir, un échange intense sur le courage et le cinéma engagé.Notre équipe a utilisé un outil d'Intelligence artificielle via les technologies d'Audiomeans© pour accompagner la création de ce contenu écrit.Distribué par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Tara exposes the dangerous consequences of U.S. foreign and domestic policy, arguing that America has spent decades propping up "fake enemies" like the Taliban and al Qaeda through agencies like USAID while ignoring or funding the very regimes that seek to destroy us—Iran and China. She details U.S. complicity in arming terrorists, Iran's deadly attacks on Americans, and how real enemies are enriched while innocent lives are lost. Plus, a major climate cover-up: record-breaking ice growth at both poles goes unreported as media outlets cling to the global warming narrative. This episode connects the dots between global deception, political corruption, and a public being dangerously misled.

In this explosive two-part exposé, Tara and Lee uncover how U.S. foreign policy has been hijacked by a shadow agenda—funding and enabling terrorist regimes like the Taliban and al Qaeda while ignoring or enriching true threats like Iran and China. From nuclear escalation and EMP attack plans to bioweapons targeting America's food supply, the hosts lay bare the high stakes of refusing to confront our real enemies. Meanwhile, the media pushes distraction campaigns, including climate hysteria, even as NASA data shows polar ice sheets thickening at record rates. It's a scathing indictment of misplaced priorities, government deception, and the cost of fighting wars we created while the real ones loom.

Episode Highlight: On this episode of the Embracing "Only" podcast, we are featuring one of the most impactful moments from episode 24 with guest Annette Maxberry-Carrara. Feeling behind or unsure if it's too late to pivot? This conversation will remind you that reinvention isn't about timing; it's about courage, clarity, and action.Annette is a screenwriter, celebrated author, and political activist. She embodies empathy, compassion, and courage, from saving her Afghan daughter from the Taliban and escaping the Algerian Civil War, to getting involved in political activism in the United States.This episode is just a short snippet that highlights the best and most powerful learning moment from a past episode. You can listen to the full episode (filled with more wisdom) here: Episode 24: Writing Success Stories with Courage, Compassion And Empathy.Key Discussion Points:01:00 Reinventing Yourself: You can reinvent yourself at any age, no matter your background or education. All it takes is courage. 02:57 Stepping Out in the Face of Fear: Failure is not the end of the world. True failure is letting fear hold you back from trying anything.03:33 Doing What You Can with What You Have: Don't let what you don't have hold you back. Rather, explore what you can do with what you have.06:56 Tapping Into an Untapped Market: If you are looking for a business opportunity, all you need is a bit of creativity and an untapped market.In Summary: Annette reminds us that reinvention is always possible, regardless of age, setbacks, or fear. She encourages us to act before we feel ready and to embrace failure as part of the process.Resources from this episode:Follow Annette on LinkedIn. If you happen to be a woman of color and you are looking for a community of like minded women, join Olivia here: https://www.mysistersshoulders.com/ Ready to make a change?→ If you are struggling to navigate your corporate career but are ambitious and have goals you want to accomplish quickly, Olivia is the coach for you. She can help you reach your goals. Reach out to her on LinkedIn or visit oliviacream.com.→ If you are ready to transition out of Corporate and want to start building a profitable portfolio career as a business owner, board member or more, but you're unsure of the next steps, Archita can guide you through a successful transition to entrepreneurship.Reach out to her on LinkedIn or visit architafritz.com.Connect with your hosts:Follow Archita on Linkedin or check out her website.Follow Olivia on Linkedin or check out her website.Follow Embracing Only on Linkedin, Instagram, and Facebook, or check out the website._________Produced by Ideablossoms

Dans cet épisode de "Tout savoir sur", Stéphane Boudsocq s'entretient avec l'acteur Roschdy Zem, qui incarne le commandant Mohamed Bida dans le film "13 jours, 13 nuits" de Martin Bourboulon. Le film, basé sur des événements réels, relate le retour des talibans en Afghanistan en 2021 et l'évacuation de l'ambassade de France à Kaboul. Dans "Tout savoir sur", du lundi au vendredi, la rédaction de RTL revient sur un fait marquant de l'actualité avec les reporters, les correspondants et les experts de RTL. Distribué par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Many Afghans who helped the US military or who were persecuted by the Taliban for other reasons found refuge in the United States. They were granted Temporary Protected Status, or TPS, by the US government. Now the Trump administration has revoked TPS for Afghans. So what happens now?NPR's Monika Evstatieva reports that for thousands of Afghans in the United States, and many stuck in limbo abroad, the available options are dwindling.For sponsor-free episodes of Consider This, sign up for Consider This+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Email us at considerthis@npr.org.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

A Personal History of Regime Change, Memory, and the Myth of America the LiberatorI'm against regime change—whether it comes by bombs, drones, NGOs, IMF leverage, or the velvet glove of democracy promotion. I oppose it when it's loud and violent. I oppose it when it's sly and nudged. Be it the softish regime change of Ukraine or the hard ones in Syria (won't work), Libya (yikes), Afghanistan (nope), and Iraq (yikes!), it all feels like one coherent doctrine masquerading as a series of noble mistakes.Remember General Wesley Clark? He said there was a plan to take down seven countries in five years: Iraq, Syria, Lebanon, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, and Iran. It wasn't a theory—it was a blueprint. Not for democracy, but for collapse. A strategy of managed entropy. A doctrine of rubbleization.Let me take a stand. Not a shrug. A belief.Saddam Hussein was the hero of the Iraq War. His sons were monsters, his regime brutal—but Iraq was sovereign. It had schools, water, food, borders, pride. And he held it together. With force? Sure. But what else binds together a British-imposed puzzle of tribes and sects?The West loved Saddam in the ‘80s. He was a darling of the CIA. Then we turned. We shattered his country. Turned it into a sandbox of sectarianism, contractor enrichment, and nation-building cosplay. And we call that a lesson. No—it was a murder.Same with Gaddafi. Libya had free education, clean water, infrastructure, a plan for a pan-African currency. So we blew it up. Laughed when he was dragged through the dirt. The result? Slave markets, chaos, warlords. We still call it liberation.Afghanistan? We armed the mujahideen. They were the good guys then. Then we invaded, stayed for twenty years, and left in the night. The Taliban returned before we even finished packing.Yemen. Syria. Venezuela. Cuba. We starve with sanctions, destabilize, demonize. Obedience, not order. Broken states are easier to manage than proud ones.And yes, we provoked the war in Ukraine. We pushed and prodded until Russia, who made clear Ukraine was a red line, reacted. I believe the 2014 Maidan movement was regime change theater. Ukraine isn't sovereign now—it's a proxy battlefield.But here's where belief becomes memory. I lived in Berlin once. I was 37. A 19-year-old Iranian girl was in my German class. She was luminous—black hair, brown eyes, a brilliant smile. She told me stories of rooftop sunbathing in Tehran, dodging morality police. Gave me her Yahoo email. She made Iran real.Until then, Iran to me was just “Death to America.” But she reminded me: Iran is human. Beautiful, joyous, mischief-filled, proud. The demonization is part of the war. First you make a place evil. Then you make it rubble.The devil you know is often better than the devil you invent. The Middle East doesn't need surgery. It needs distance. These are not fragile people. They endure. They adapt. They remember.Every time we try to liberate a country from itself, we make it worse. Our “liberation” is strategy. Business. Empire in a friendlier font.I'm not hedging. I believe we are often the villain. I believe memory—especially memory of joy, of that girl in Berlin—is the antidote to propaganda.This is the record. And I'm keeping it.

He fought alongside our troops in Afghanistan, he was a translator, he escaped the Taliban, he made it to our border, he entered America legally, he was attending his asylum hearing, and ICE snatched him and wants to send him back to the Taliban. What the hell are we doing? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's episode, Andy is joined by Bill Roggio—senior fellow at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies and editor of The Long War Journal—for a wide-ranging conversation on national security, starting with the complexities of firearm ownership in the U.S. and shifting into an in-depth analysis of the global jihadist threat. They trace the evolution of groups like the Taliban and al-Qaeda, examining how these networks have resurged in the wake of the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan. The discussion dives into U.S. military strategy, missteps in the War on Terror, and the enduring ideological mindset of jihadist fighters. Together, they unpack what went wrong, what the media often overlooks, and why public awareness of these threats is more important than ever. Change Agents is an IRONCLAD Original Sponsors: Firecracker Farm Use code IRONCLAD to get 15% off your first order at https://firecracker.farm/ AmmoSquared Visit https://ammosquared.com/ today for a special offer and keep yourself fully stocked. With over 100,000 members and thousands of 5-star ratings, Your readiness is their mission. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Film critic Perrine Quennesson joins Eve Jackson to talk about the latest French films of the moment, including a gripping real-life Kabul evacuation thriller that premiered at Cannes this May. "13 Days, 13 Nights" is the latest feature from Martin Bourboulon, the director behind "The Three Musketeers" saga.

SPONSORS: 1) Evil Goods: Click HERE to get 30% OFF EVIL GOODS! Whipped Tallow Honey Balm - https://evilgoods.com/julian PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/JulianDorey (***TIMESTAMPS in Description Below) ~ Gary Harrington is a former Delta Force Operator, Green Beret & CIA Officer. GARY's LINKS: IG: https://www.instagram.com/therealgaryh/ GARY'S COURSE: https://powerofprudence.com/ WEBSITE: https://www.garyharrington.net/ FOLLOW JULIAN DOREY INSTAGRAM (Podcast): https://www.instagram.com/juliandoreypodcast/ INSTAGRAM (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/julianddorey/ X: https://twitter.com/julianddorey JULIAN YT CHANNELS - SUBSCRIBE to Julian Dorey Clips YT: https://www.youtube.com/@juliandoreyclips - SUBSCRIBE to Julian Dorey Daily YT: https://www.youtube.com/@JulianDoreyDaily - SUBSCRIBE to Best of JDP: https://www.youtube.com/@bestofJDP ****TIMESTAMPS**** 00:00 – North Carolina Childhood, Military Calling, Skipping Classes 11:35 – Risk Taker, Dale Comstock Fight, Delta Force Selection 18:29 – Marines Enlistment, Supernatural Experience, Anxiety, College Pitch 30:01 – Marine Recruitment, Platoon Commander, 2nd Lieutenant 37:29 – Beirut Evacuation, Sabra/Shatila Massacre, Refused Bombing Order 46:02 – Ambassador Clash, Intel Ignored, Gary Gets Pissed 58:01 – Kabul Vehicle Trap, Rotating 10 Board, CIA Mistake 01:11:02 – Beirut Rule-Breaking, Taliban Flip, 2000–2001 Warlords 01:26:03 – IED Locals, Bribery, Flipped 29 Taliban, Kabul–Pakistan Drive 01:41:32 – 2002 Kabul Chief, Bin Laden Safehouse, Tora Bora 01:51:41 – CIA Base Setup, Nate Chapman Death, Warlord Deal 02:06:19 – CIA Double Agent Bombing, Agency Marriage, Revenge Plot 02:24:59 – Pacha Khan Situation, Intense Exchange, Wild West Reflection 02:34:10 – Weapons Raid, Afghan Bonding CREDITS: - Host, Editor & Producer: Julian Dorey - COO, Producer & Editor: Alessi Allaman - https://www.youtube.com/@UCyLKzv5fKxGmVQg3cMJJzyQ Julian Dorey Podcast Episode 311 - Gary Harrington Part 1 Music by Artlist.io Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join us as we welcome Jeremy D. Baker, former Army counterintelligence agent, Afghanistan combat veteran and author of the novel The Guilty Sleep, a thriller that draws on Jeremy's personal experiences as a combat veteran struggling to overcome PTSD. In 2000, after acing his Army entrance exam, 20-year-old college dropout Jeremy was told by his recruiter that he could pick any specialty he wanted. He chose counterintelligence because he thought it sounded cool. A year later, in the wake of 9/11, that choice proved fateful. As a soldier with the 202nd Military Intelligence Battalion, he was sent to Afghanistan in the first wave of US troops tasked with finding Osama Bin Laden, destroying al-Qaeda, and ousting the Taliban. Operating in and around Kandahar, he was the CI assigned to the 19th Special Forces Group of Green Berets, a number of whom were older and had served tours in Vietnam. Little did Jeremy know the extent to which his time in Afghanistan would stay with him and shape his life. With Jeremy as our guide, we'll learn what ‘counterintelligence' looked like early on in Afghanistan, what it was like working with Green Berets who'd served in Vietnam, the combat situations they encountered and how our 2021 withdrawal from Afghanistan affected him. Jeremy will also share his experiences overcoming PTSD, utilizing the CERT method, how writing helped him heal and why the fall of Afghanistan moved him to write The Guilty Sleep, the fictional story of Afghanistan veteran Dexter Grant who is broke, reeling from PTSD, and on the verge of divorce when he's approached by his old Army buddies to help rescue their former interpreter, the man who once saved Dex's life. Lee Childs described The Guilty Sleep as being “shot-thru with hard-won authenticity and deep humanity” and USMC veteran of Iraq and Afghanistan Elliot Ackerman praised it as cutting “sharp and deep.” The Guilty Sleep (Diversion Books) is available online at all major booksellers. To find out more about Jeremy's work, go to jeremydbaker.com. We're grateful to UPMC for Life  for sponsoring this event!

As one of a handful of Western photographers working in Afghanistan, Oriane Zerah has a unique perspective on daily life in the country. Her work is on show at the Fragonard museum in Grasse, in the south of France, in an exhibition entitled "Unveiled Women, Men with Flowers: A new face of Afghanistan", with images that upend stereotypes about masculinity and femininity under the Taliban. She tells us about the place of beauty in Afghan culture, about her own experience during the Taliban takeover of 2021 and why art is even being prescribed to young women in Afghanistan who are suffering under the oppressive regime there.

Follow along a Navy SEAL's firsthand account of American heroism during a secret military operation in Afghanistan in this true story of survival and difficult choices.On a clear night in late June 2005, four U.S. Navy SEALs left their base in northern Afghanistan for the mountainous Pakistani border. Their mission was to capture or kill a notorious al Qaeda leader known to be ensconced in a Taliban stronghold surrounded by a small but heavily armed force. Less then twenty-four hours later, only one of those Navy SEALs remained alive.This is the story of fire team leader Marcus Luttrell, the sole survivor of Operation Redwing, and the desperate battle in the mountains that led, ultimately, to the largest loss of life in Navy SEAL history. 

For over a decade, Harold Phifer served in a war-zone as a contract air-controller in Iraq, Afghanistan, and Guantanamo Bay. He even survived a suicide bombing by the Taliban. But none of that was as dangerous or stressful as his upbringing. Phifer was a black kid growing up in the south during the tumultuous 1960s, dealing with racism and bullying in the streets, and abuse at home from his schizophrenic mother and dysfunctional, violent aunt. He felt like an outsider in and out of the house. He tells a moving story in his newest book, My Bully, My Aunt, and Her Final Gift. It comes on the heels of publishing his earlier book, Surviving Chaos: How I Found Peace At A Beach Bar, which exposed a lot of people that affected the life of the author. Besides his problematic mother, his aunt left a lasting imprint.This is a one of a kind story. Don't miss it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In a stunning 48-hour span, Israel delivers a crushing blow to Iran's military leadership and nuclear ambitions, signaling a turning point in decades of covert conflict. This segment explores the historical roots of Iran's regime, tracing back to CIA-backed Operation Ajax, and exposes how U.S. funding through USAID may have bolstered terrorist proxies like Hamas and the Taliban. With top Iranian generals dead and covert funding pipelines under fire, host Tara outlines how this could mark the downfall of both the Ayatollahs' grip and the CIA's shadow warfare. A powerful, unfiltered commentary on the geopolitical earthquake reshaping the Middle East — and its implications for American power, policy, and leadership

Tara delivers a fiery monologue on the dramatic developments in Iran and D.C.—a potential turning point in global power and American foreign policy. As Israel eliminates top Iranian Revolutionary Guard leaders, echoes of Trump's past strikes resound. But the real shockwave? Congress's vote to defund USAID, NPR, and PBS, cutting the financial lifeline used by the CIA to prop up hostile regimes. Tara connects the dots from the CIA's Operation Ajax in the 1950s to Biden's billions allegedly sent to Iran, Hamas, and the Taliban. Could this be the moment Iran's people reclaim their freedom? And will the Senate follow through? A fiery but potentially world-shifting update.

In a powerful breakdown of recent events, Tara exposes a historic 48-hour period of global upheaval. As Israel targets and eliminates key Iranian Revolutionary Guard leaders, Tara explores the implications for freedom in Iran—and the echoes of Operation Ajax. Simultaneously, the U.S. House votes to defund USAID, NPR, and PBS, challenging the CIA's alleged role in financing foreign dictatorships and terrorist-linked NGOs. With billions funneled to adversaries like the Taliban and Hamas, Tara questions the Biden administration's priorities and celebrates what she sees as a turning point in the fight against global tyranny.

Across two explosive broadcasts, Tara dives into the unraveling of decades-long U.S. foreign policy missteps—from the covert CIA coup known as Operation Ajax to the billions funneled into Iran under Democrat leadership. She breaks down Israel's recent precision strike that eliminated Iran's top military brass and possibly ended the CIA's proxy era. With Hamas, Hezbollah, and the Taliban all linked to U.S.-backed operations through USAID, the implications are massive. These episodes expose the shocking truth about American involvement in Middle Eastern conflicts, the CIA's global influence, and why Israel's bold move may reshape the balance of power—and accountability—forever.

In this explosive two-part analysis, Trump's $9.4 billion rescission bill is framed as more than just a budget maneuver—it's a strategic test to force Republicans to defund USAID, NPR, and PBS, institutions accused of indirectly empowering America's enemies. The commentary outlines how USAID allegedly funneled billions to the Taliban and Al Qaeda, and explores Trump's controversial diplomatic concessions to maintain the petrodollar system amid global instability. The second half shifts focus to ICE raids in Los Angeles, framed not as immigration enforcement but as direct action against cartel-linked money laundering and trafficking networks. The speaker alleges a merger between Democratic leaders and cartel interests, accusing them of using illegal immigration as a cover for criminal operations. Through sharp analogies to domestic abuse psychology, the piece criticizes Democratic responses to law enforcement crackdowns, portraying the conflict as a defining moment in Trump's campaign to dismantle systemic corruption and reclaim national sovereignty.

In a fiery political commentary, the speaker unpacks President Trump's $9.4 billion rescission bill—a strategic test vote targeting controversial federal programs like USAID, NPR, and PBS. The segment alleges that USAID has funneled billions to enemies like the Taliban and Al Qaeda, while Trump's efforts aim to halt these flows and expose Congressional resistance. The discussion pivots to the broader implications of U.S. foreign policy, suggesting diplomatic deals with hostile actors were necessary to preserve the petrodollar. A deeper dive into recent ICE raids in Los Angeles reveals claims of a crackdown on cartel-linked money laundering operations—described not as immigration enforcement but as a direct hit on Democrat-cartel collusion. The piece concludes by accusing Democratic leaders of protecting trafficking networks disguised as immigrant support, signaling an escalating political and legal battle over national security and immigration.

What happens when a Force Recon Marine with eight deployments, PTSD, and a shattered life discovers faith and purpose? Chad Robichaux, founder of Mighty Oaks and Save Our Allies, shares the raw, unfiltered truth of combat, trauma, and the power of brotherhood. From suicidal despair to rescuing 17,000 people during the Afghan collapse, Chad's story will wreck you—in the best way possible.This is more than military heroism. This is about identity, spiritual warfare, and why real warriors don't fight alone. Hear how one man's redemption led to a movement that's saving lives across the globe. Whether you're struggling, healing, or looking for purpose—this is for you.Chad's Books:Saving Aziz: https://amzn.to/44aSjOFA Mission Without Borders: Why a Father and Son Risked it All for the People of Ukraine: https://amzn.to/3HwcgXESilent Horizons: https://amzn.to/43YeXbO

Deutsche Soldaten und Soldatinnen in Afghanistan und in Mali - die Einsätze sind Geschichte. Aber für die Menschen, die diese Einsätze erlebt haben, ist diese Geschichte nicht vorbei. Sie erinnern sich ein Leben lang, haben zum Teil mit psychischen oder körperlichen Folgen zu kämpfen. In der Öffentlichkeit sind die Veteraninnen und Veteranen der Bundeswehr kaum Thema. Das soll sich jetzt ändern mit einem Gedenktag. In anderen Ländern, wie den USA, Großbritannien und Frankreich ist das normal. Bei uns waren Veteranen bisher kaum sichtbar. Verdienen Bundeswehrangehörige und Ehemalige mehr Respekt und Anerkennung? Wird ein Gedenktag den Menschen gerecht, die ihr Leben im Dienst riskiert haben? Oder gehen wir mit einem Gedenktag sogar in die falsche Richtung und verklären das Militärische zu sehr? Wir sprechen darüber mit Patrick Sensburg vom Verband der Reservisten der Deutschen Bundeswehr, mit Jürgen Rose, Oberstleutnant a.D. vom Arbeitskreis „Darmstädter Signal“, mit Frank Eggen vom Verein “Angriff auf die Seele” und Oberleutnant Niklas Karius, Teilnehmer bei den Invictus-Games, dem Sportfestival für Menschen, die im Dienst körperlich oder seelisch verletzt wurden. Podcast-Tipp: Killed in Action - Trauma Bundeswehr Der Podcast erzählt die Geschichte von Soldatinnen und Soldaten, die aus einem Einsatz traumatisiert heimgekehrt sind - also mit einer posttraumatischen Belastungsstörung. Viele Afghanistan-Veteranen sprechen von einem „dritten Krieg“: Den ersten haben sie zum Beispiel gegen die Taliban geführt, den zweiten gegen die Krankheit. Und den dritten gegen die Bundeswehr und ihre Bürokratie. Teils müssen sie Jahrzehnte um Anerkennung und für finanzielle Versorgung kämpfen. Was macht ein Trauma mit Soldaten - und was mit dem Image der Bundeswehr, die ja aufrüsten muss und mehr Personal braucht? https://www.ardaudiothek.de/episode/streitkraefte-und-strategien/killed-in-action-trauma-bundeswehr-1-5/ndr-info/14564381/

Millions of unregistered firearms, surging drug addiction, and cross-border trafficking have turned Pakistan into a hotspot for organized crime. Corruption and economic instability have allowed illicit markets — from heroin to weapons — to flourish.Terrorist groups like the Tehrik-e-Taliban are thriving in this landscape, carrying out deadly attacks and deepening insecurity.And in the midst of this unrest, a suicide bombing in Pahalgam that killed 26 Indian tourists has reignited military tensions with India — adding fuel to the long-standing conflict over Indian-administered Kashmir.According to the OC Index, arms trafficking in Pakistan is only getting worse - the criminal market scored 8.5 out of 10 in 2023, an increase of 0.5 from 2021 – placing it alongside the likes of Russia, Mexico, Turkey and others. Presenter: Thin Lei WinSpeaker(s): Paddy Ginn, Senior Analyst, Global Initiative against Transnational Organized CrimeLinks:Pakistan Country ProfileThe Global Organized Crime Index

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durée : 00:38:18 - Le 18/20 · Un jour dans le monde - par : Fabienne Sintes - Face aux talibans, qui se sont à nouveau emparés du pouvoir le 15 août 2021, Ahmed Massoud perpétue son combat pour un Afghanistan démocratique. Une lutte qui n'est pas sans rappeler celle menée par son père, le commandant Massoud, opposé au premier émirat islamique avant d'être assassiné, en 2001. - réalisé par : Thomas Lenglain

durée : 00:38:18 - Le 18/20 · Un jour dans le monde - par : Fabienne Sintes - Face aux talibans, qui se sont à nouveau emparés du pouvoir le 15 août 2021, Ahmed Massoud perpétue son combat pour un Afghanistan démocratique. Une lutte qui n'est pas sans rappeler celle menée par son père, le commandant Massoud, opposé au premier émirat islamique avant d'être assassiné, en 2001. - réalisé par : Thomas Lenglain

(Disclaimer: The content in this video is intended for educational and informational purposes only)Kyle and Mark break down body cam footage of an officer involved shooting. Details: Fairfax, Virginia — On April 23, 2025, at 2:36 p.m., an officer with the Fairfax County Police Department conducted a traffic stop in the 4000 block of Majestic Lane after noticing an expired safety sticker on the front window of a 1999 Toyota Corolla. The car was being driven by 36-year-old Jamal Wali of Fairfax. Wali was argumentative and refused to obey commands. Backup was called and once on scene, Wali unholstered a weapon and fired one shot at through the driver's side window. He attempted to fire a second shot, but it didn't discharge due to a malfunction. The bullet that Wali fired traveled through the bicep of one officer, then through the forearm of another officer before traveling across the street and shattering the back windshield of another parked car. Both officers were treated at a local hospital and later released. A third officer standing on the passenger side of the vehicle discharged his weapon, striking Wali four times. Wali was transported to a nearby hospital and was later pronounced deceased.=================================Subscribe to Shots Fired Podcast Here:➡️ YouTube: @shotsfiredpodcast50 ==============Ways to reach the Shots Fired Podcast Team:==============

When the United States retreated from the chaos of Kabul in August of 2021, General Sami Sadat was still fighting until the end. He  recounts how his troops were starved for ammunition for two years before the final pullout, while the U.S. was negotiating with the Taliban. He also talks about how earlier in his career he fought alongside the CIA to track down al-Qaeda in the mountains on Hindu Kush. General Sadat provides a uniquely different view of the war in Afghanistan, how it was fought and how changing U.S. military goals and tactics made it increasingly difficult to succeed. He currently leads opposition efforts against the Taliban from outside of Afghanistan.Heroes Behind HeadlinesExecutive Producer Ralph PezzulloProduced & Engineered by Mike DawsonMusic provided by ExtremeMusic.com

On today's broadcast of Sunrise Carolina, Tara peels back the layers of global hypocrisy and domestic dysfunction. She dives into the Wall Street Journal's bombshell report revealing Harvard as a training ground for Chinese Communist Party elites, sparking questions about academia's global allegiances. Tara then scorches the media's double standard—highlighting how Cory Booker gets a pass for a salute identical to the one that got Elon Musk labeled a Nazi. She tackles the controversial claim that cutting USAID has killed 300,000 people, instead arguing it may have saved lives by halting U.S. funding to enemies like the Taliban and Hamas. With $9.4 billion in Trump-backed spending cuts—targeting NPR, PBS, and foreign aid—heading to Congress, Tara frames it as a litmus test for Republican resolve. Meanwhile, Iran is caught secretly enriching uranium, Poland moves to reject the EU's migration pact, and the U.S. considers visa sanctions against EU censors. A wild ride through media corruption, foreign policy failures, and grassroots victories—plus a wholesome tip for spotting wild horses in Grayson Highlands.

Since 9/11 there has been a cultural and political blossoming among those of the Afghan diaspora, especially in the United States, revealing a vibrant, active, and intellectual Afghan American community. And the success of Khaled Hosseni's The Kite Runner, the first work of fiction written by an Afghan American to become a bestseller, has created interest in the works of other Afghan American writers. One Story, Thirty Stories: An Anthology of Contemporary Afghan American Literature (University of Arkansas Press, 2010) (or "Afsanah, Seesaneh," the Afghan equivalent of "once upon a time") collects poetry, fiction, essays, and selections from two blogs from thirty-three men and women--poets, fiction writers, journalists, filmmakers and video artists, photographers, community leaders and organizers, and diplomats. Some are veteran writers, such as Tamim Ansary and Donia Gobar, but others are novices and still learning how to craft their own "story," their unique Afghan American voice. The fifty pieces in this rich anthology reveal journeys in a new land and culture. They show people trying to come to grips with a life in exile, or they trace the migration maps of parents. They navigate the jagged landscape of the Soviet invasion, the civil war of the 1990s and the rise of the Taliban, and the ongoing American occupation  Cholpon Ramizova is a London-based creator and researcher. She holds a Master's in Migration, Mobility and Development from SOAS, University of London. Her thematic interests are in migration, displacement, identity, gender, and nationalism - and more specifically on how and which ways these intersect within the Central Asia context Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

In 2014, Shams Erfan was pulled off a bus by members of the Taliban who accused him of being a traitor. A bystander intervened, saving his life, but Shams knew he was no longer safe in Afghanistan. This threat set Erfan on a treacherous eight-year journey. He hoped to find a safe haven in Indonesia. Instead, he spent years stuck in a refugee prison camp. When he finally reached Canada, Shams vowed to help bring others like himself to safety — and he found the people who could help him do it. On this week's Storylines, Alisa Siegel follows three strangers from vastly different worlds, united in a single mission: to rescue refugees trapped in Indonesia and help them begin new lives. Produced by Alisa Siegel and story editing by Liz Hoath.  This program originally aired in March 2024Storylines is part of the CBC Audio Doc Unit 

John 15:13 says that there is no greater love than to lay down your own life for the life of a friend. On In The Market with Janet Parshall this week we gave you an opportunity to hear a powerful story of one man who lived this very verse when he rescued a friend and interpreter from the coming of the Taliban in Afghanistan when the U.S. pulled its forces out in 2021. He explained how that singular act turned into mission to rescue hundreds of others from the terrorists. We shared with you the firsthand account of man who found himself in the national spotlight and the subject of much ridicule because he refused to bake a cake for a same sex couple. His account of the ups and downs of this journey leading all the way to the highest court in the land is an example to us all of what it means to live out your faith boldly despite criticism and mockery in the marketplace of ideas. Unexpectedly in the last few years we have seen a greater acceptance of Socialism and its ideas across our nation and along with that acceptance has come a rewriting of history that says that Jesus was in favor of socialist ideas such as redistribution of wealth and welfare states. Our guest addressed this fallacy and how it is being used to lure young people into rejection of our capitalist society in favor of one that adheres to socialist ideas without exposing them to the dangerous negatives inherent in this philosophy. No marriage is without challenges, including Christian ones. But how those challenges are handled can be drastically different for believing couples. Our guest used her marriage to teach us 7 essential beliefs that can help a marriage thrive and survive while building a stronger love with its foundation buried deep in willingness to let God heal the marriage. Once again, our favorite husband and wife team invite you for another exploration of the news of the week through the lens of scripture.Become a Parshall Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/inthemarket/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CBS News has learned the State Department intends to shut down the office tasked with helping to resettle the Afghans who fought alongside U.S. servicemembers against the Taliban. Thousands of our Afghan partners are still waiting for their visas, some of whom are in hiding for fear of retribution at the hands of the Taliban. Ahead of that change, Jack McCain, Navy veteran of the War in Afghanistan and son of late Senator John McCain, joined Face the Nation on Memorial Day weekend to honor their service and call on Congress to act.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In 2017, the US dropped the “mother of all bombs” in a remote village in Afghanistan’s Achin district. Al Jazeera made the journey to see what’s left: homes destroyed, health problems mounting, and no accountability in sight. In this episode: Osama Bin Javaid (@osamabinjavaid), Al Jazeera Correspondent Episode credits: This episode was produced by Sarí el-Khalili, Sonia Bhagat, and Chloe K Li, with Phillip Lanos, Spencer Cline, Mariana Navarrete, Remas Alhawari, Kisaa Zehra, Kingwell Ma, Khaled Soltan, and our guest host, Natasha del Toro. It was edited by Noor Wazwaz. Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. Our video editors are Hisham Abu Salah and Mohannad Al-Melhem. Alexandra Locke is the Take’s executive producer. Ney Alvarez is Al Jazeera’s head of audio. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on Instagram, X, Facebook, Threads and YouTube

More than four years after the Taliban took control of Kabul, thousands of Afghan families are still waiting for the U.S. to fulfill promises it made to take them in for helping the American war effort. Now, the U.S. is moving to deport thousands of Afghans who have recently arrived here, after the Trump administration announced the termination of Temporary Protected Status for people from Afghanistan. Links: Bay Area Afghans, Allies Decry Trump's End of TPS: ‘They're Terrified' Jewish Community and Family Services East Bay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aziz was more than an interpreter for our guest Chad Robichaux, a Force Recon Marine, during his eight deployments to Afghanistan. He was a teammate, brother, and friend. More than once, Aziz saved his life. And then he needed someone to save him. When President Joe Biden announced in April 2021 that the United States would be making a hasty withdrawal from Afghanistan, our guest knew he had to get Aziz and his family out before Taliban forces took over the country. Join us to hear a gripping account of two heroes and a daring mission that put human hearts and names alongside the headlines of one of the most harrowing moments in our history. Become a Parshall Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/inthemarket/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From Combat to Clarity: The Healing Journey of Mark Keller This week's Team Never Quit episode features Lieutenant Commander Mark Keller, a retired U.S. Navy Naval Flight Officer who served his country with distinction in combat zones around the world—including Kosovo, Iraq, and post-9/11 Afghanistan. But after two decades of intense operational service, Mark faced a more insidious enemy at home: the devastating mental, emotional, and physical toll of war. In this powerful conversation, Mark opens up about his early years as a thrill-seeker, his journey from the Air Force to earning his commission into the Navy, and the harrowing missions that left scars no one could see. He recounts the mission that haunted him most—the unintended loss of innocent life—and how that moment triggered a years-long battle with PTSD, addiction, broken relationships, and near-death experiences. But Mark's story doesn't end in darkness. He takes us inside his transformational healing journey, made possible by plant-based neurogenesis therapies including Ibogaine and 5-MEO-DMT. Supported by the nonprofit Veterans Exploring Treatment Solutions (VETS) and inspired by fellow veterans like Marcus Luttrell and Marcus Capone, Mark discovered not only deep healing—but a new purpose. Now an advocate for alternative PTSD treatments and featured in the upcoming documentary No Fallen Heroes, Mark shares how love, neuroplasticity, and hard-fought self-discovery helped him reclaim his life.  If you or someone you love is a veteran struggling with PTSD, you're not alone. Reach out, share this episode, and explore the healing resources shared today. In This Episode You Will Hear: • When you've got 2 Lieutenants with 15,000 pounds of gas and an hour to kill in an F-14, what are you gonna do? (18:46) • If there's any flat earthers listening to this… the earth is round. (19:28) • As I look over on my left, I start seeing bright orange, all over the place. And I switched around on my seat, and the whole back of the plane's on fire. Holy shit! (25:30) • A lot of guys got in the habit of making sure they had a mag in there. They wanted to be sure to take themselves out, before the Taliban got ‘em. (36:22) • [Marcus: a buddy of mine] came over the wood line and dropped down over our crawfish boil, you could see him come down; rolled over to do a panel check; and hung us the finger. (43:53) • Why are you gonna strap an explosive-laden rocket to your ass, if you can't do something fun with it? (44:44) • Detailed discussion related to lasers and precision bombing. (48:27 to 55:30) • People have different experiences, and you make decisions based on what you know. (59:21) • I got home to my wife and my 2 young sons, and I wasn't the same. (75:35) • Every time you launch, you gotta be on the ball. You're at 100% all the time. You have to. Mission success, and sometimes survival requires it. (77:19) • The life of a fighter air crew in the Navy: Poor quality sleep, not the best nutrition, constant high stress for months at a time, bathing in and drinking water contaminated with jet fuel, the G-forces associated with catapult shots and arrested landings deform your brain rather violently, you're flying with a 10,000 watt radar down by your feet, when you're at altitude, there's nothing between you and God but a piece of plexiglass. Why are guys getting prostate cancer? I don't know. We can guess about that, can't we? (78:09) • There were times that I was so screwed up that I knew that next one was gonna kill me and I said I don't care and I did it anyway. I don't know why I'm not dead. (95:47) • Ibogaine doesn't give you what you want, it gives you what you need. (124:45) • Ibogaine is a medicine that works on cellular metabolism and neuro transmitters and happens to have some psychedelic-like effects. (128:45) • I've just learned to not be too attached to what other people think. (164:42)

On Monday's Mark Levin Show, Mark emphasized that books endure far beyond radio, podcasts, or TV. While he's often discussed liberty, unalienable rights, and tyranny, he's only touched on power indirectly. Now, he's completed his latest book, On Power. This book is different than any other book Mark has written. On Power is an analysis of how power shapes history. Power is more than a word; it determines whether you are free or not. It's a subject all of us deal with every day. It's a matter that can be discussed psychologically, ideologically, and philosophically. Also, Hamas must be destroyed, and Iran must be prevented from acquiring nuclear weapons at all costs. These views are mainstream, not neo-con views. America must always be protected, and isolationists are a threat. We cannot allow nuclear proliferation. The release of American-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander by Hamas was positive, but Qatar's dangerous regime uses oil money to fund terrorists and influence politicians. Qatar has been implicated in supporting anti-U.S. terrorist activities, including providing financial and logistical backing to groups like Hamas and the Taliban. Despite its public image as a U.S. ally, Qatar's actions, such as hosting terrorist leaders and funding extremist networks, undermine American interests.  Later, pharmaceutical prices are higher in the U.S. because companies invest heavily in drug research and development. To recover costs, they charge more where patents originate. Other countries copy these drugs, selling them cheaper. U.S. companies aren't overcharging; they're being undercut by foreign replication. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Arrests and Charges: Former Donya Anna County Magistrate Judge Joel Kano and his wife were arrested for harboring a gang member and tampering with evidence. The gang member had incriminating photos on his cell phone, which the judge destroyed Judge Hannah Dugan from Milwaukee was arrested for obstructing an immigration arrest operation Gang Activity: The gang member harbored by Judge Kano had photos of decapitated victims on his cell phone The judge and his wife provided the gang member with assault rifles Judicial Misconduct: Judges are accused of obstructing justice and aiding criminals, with specific examples of judges helping gang members and illegal immigrants evade law enforcement Political Commentary: The discussion includes criticism of Democratic officials and judges for allegedly defying federal law enforcement and supporting illegal activities Former President Trump is praised for his immigration policies and efforts to secure the border Government Waste and Fraud: Elon Musk and the Department of Government Oversight (DOGE) uncover significant waste and fraud in government agencies, including the Institute of Peace spending money on private jets and paying a former Taliban member The Department of Education misused a COVID fund for extravagant expenses like renting Caesar's Palace 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. Thanks for Listening #seanhannity #hannity #marklevin #levin #charliekirk #megynkelly #tucker #tuckercarlson #glennbeck #benshapiro #shapiro #trump #sexton #bucksexton#rushlimbaugh #limbaugh #whitehouse #senate #congress #thehouse #democrats#republicans #conservative #senator #congressman #congressmen #congresswoman #capitol #president #vicepresident #POTUS #presidentoftheunitedstatesofamerica#SCOTUS #Supremecourt #DonaldTrump #PresidentDonaldTrump #DT #TedCruz #Benferguson #Verdict #justicecorrupted #UnwokeHowtoDefeatCulturalMarxisminAmericaYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.