In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:
Israel voices strong objections to the US's stance on a UN resolution demanding an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, while Iran seems to be quite pleased with the outcome. We analyze what this means for international relations.
An update on the turmoil in the Red Sea, where Houthi rebels defy expectations by attac ... Show More
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October 19th, 2026: Europe Erupts in Riots & Trump Delays Russia Sanctions
In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief:- First up—France suffers some of its worst unrest in years, with nearly 1,800 arrests, hundreds of injured police officers, and a historic town hall set ablaze. Violent demonstrations also erupt elsewhere in Europe, raising fresh co ... Show More
25m 54s
Oct 17
The PDB Situation Report | October 17th, 2026: Ukraine Is Taking the Fight to Russia's Critical Infrastructure & China's Growing Taiwan Threat
In this episode of The PDB Situation Report:First up—Russia and Ukraine continue trading strikes against critical infrastructure as new questions emerge about American support for Kyiv. John Hardie, deputy director of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies’ Russia Program, joi ... Show More
57m 1s
Oct 16
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | October 16th, 2026: Houthis Launch Deadly Attack on Yemen's Presidential Palace & Trump–Zelensky Feud Escalates
In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First—The Houthis have struck Yemen's presidential palace complex in a deadly attack, even as Saudi-backed forces press their offensive against the rebels. We'll examine why Riyadh is still struggling to contain the Houthi threat, an ... Show More
15m 40s
Nov 2023
Blinken back in Israel, crypto king guilty, FBI investigate NYC Mayor
Secretary of State Antony Blinken is back in the war zone in Israel, as the US warns the human suffering in Gaza is eroding public support for the war, and the outcry for a ceasefire could reach a tipping point. Plus, Ex-crypto billionaire Sam Bankman-Fried is found guilty of fra ... Show More
2h 8m
Nov 2024
Israel and Hezbollah Reach Ceasefire Deal
Tommy and Ben discuss the announcement of a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah, the latest additions to Trump’s national security team, and his threat to impose tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China months before taking office. They also talk about the ICC arrest warrant for Is ... Show More
1h 20m