In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Israel strikes back: In response to Iran's October 1st missile assault, Israeli fighter jets have launched a major air campaign into Iranian territory, targeting key defense locations. We break down the targets and Israel’s strategic aims. China’s warning to the U.S.: Beijing has issued a stern statement following Washington’s approval of a significant arms sale to Taiwan, which includes surface-to-air missiles for the first time. What could this m...
Oct 28, 2024•25 min•Ep 574•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Situation Report: We delve into a topic we don’t often cover on the PDB – U.S. domestic politics – with the 2024 election nearing. What foreign policy shifts could a new president bring? Former CIA analyst and co-host of The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show, Buck Sexton, joins us to offer his insights on the impact of potential policy shifts. Chinese President Xi Jinping has traveled to Russia to attend the annual BRICS Summit, signaling strengthened alliances and stra...
Oct 26, 2024•59 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, we’ll have the latest on North Korea’s apparent entrance into the war in Ukraine, as leaked intercepts reveal that Russian soldiers have condemned the strategy and raised serious concerns about their ability to command the North Korean troops. Then, some breaking election news, as national security sources reveal that Chinese hackers tried to break into the personal cellphones of former President Donald Trump and vice presidential candidate J...
Oct 25, 2024•13 min•Ep 572•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Fallout from the Pentagon's classified document leak leads Israel to delay its planned retaliation against Iran, after sensitive details of the operation were allegedly exposed. The U.S. government warns that North Korean troops will be “fair game,” as reports emerge that Pyongyang is sending 12,000 soldiers to Ukraine. A new attack on America’s voting system—Georgia’s Secretary of State confirms a cyberattack targeting the absentee voting website ...
Oct 25, 2024•24 min•Ep 571•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, defense contractor Raytheon has been ordered to pay nearly $1 billion dollars in restitution for engaging in a massive campaign to defraud the Department of Defense, as well as for accepting bribes from the Qatari government. Then, and update on yesterday’s terror attack in Turkey, as the Turkish Air Force retaliates with a wave of airstrikes against Kurdish targets in Iraq and Syria. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of ...
Oct 24, 2024•14 min•Ep 570•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: U.S. intelligence agencies are warning that Russia, China and Iran are escalating their efforts to influence the 2024 presidential election, and are planning to stoke divisions and even violence following the vote to undermine confidence in American democracy. Later in the program, we’ll turn to Turkey, which was rocked Wednesday by a major terrorist attack targeting a large Turkish defense and aviation company that left at least five people dead a...
Oct 24, 2024•24 min•Ep 569•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, an update on the leak of classified intelligence detailing Israel's plans to strike Iran, as the White House denies reports they are investigating a Pentagon staffer linked to Iranian influence operations. Then, Russian President Vladimir Putin is holding a landmark summit for the BRICS bloc of developing economies in the east, a meeting he hopes will serve as a rallying point to strengthen opposition to the west amid his ongoing war on Ukrai...
Oct 23, 2024•15 min•Ep 568•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: An update on Israel’s ongoing offensive in Lebanon, where the IDF’s regional commander claims victory over Hezbollah forces in every region they’ve operated. Federal prosecutors charge a senior Iranian military official and three others linked to Iran’s government with plotting to assassinate an Iranian American author on U.S. soil. The devastating toll of the war in Ukraine is highlighted in a new UN report, showing a population drop of roughly 10...
Oct 23, 2024•22 min•Ep 567•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, we’ll discuss Israel’s campaign to degrade Hezbollah’s finances, as the IDF reveals that the terrorist organization is hiding half a billion dollars in gold and cash in a secret bunker beneath a major hospital in Beirut. Then, South Korea may soon deploy military intelligence personnel inside Ukraine to monitor the activity of North Korean troops, following reports that thousands of North Korean troops are fighting on behalf of Russia. To lis...
Oct 22, 2024•14 min•Ep 566•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: For nine months, Yahya Sinwar, the mastermind behind the deadly October 7 attacks, evaded capture in Gaza’s vast tunnel network. Today, we reveal how Israeli forces finally flushed him out and the military tactics behind it. Israeli authorities arrest seven citizens for leaking military secrets to Iran, dismantling a spy ring that had been active for two years. Cuba faces growing political unrest as Hurricane Oscar's aftermath leaves the island in ...
Oct 22, 2024•22 min•Ep 565•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, Israel has reportedly presented the White House with its conditions for a diplomatic solution to end the war against Hezbollah in Lebanon. We’ll discuss the proposal, which comes as President Biden's envoy makes a critical visit to Beirut to meet with Lebanese leaders. Then, Japan was forced to scramble fighter jets after a Chinese bomber and spy plane provocatively flew near their southwestern islands on Sunday. The incident follows China’s ...
Oct 21, 2024•14 min•Ep 564•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Iran’s proxies have escalated their efforts, launching a drone attack with the aim of assassinating Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at his home. We’ll dive into the details and what it could mean for regional stability. U.S. officials are investigating the unauthorized leak of classified intelligence regarding Israel’s planned strikes on Iran. We’ll unpack the implications of this breach. North Korea is stirring tensions yet again, claimi...
Oct 21, 2024•23 min•Ep 563•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Situation Report We begin with the major development of Yahya Sinwar's death, the Hamas leader believed to have orchestrated the brutal October 7th attacks. Retired Senior CIA Operations Officer and Middle East expert Doug London joins us to discuss what this means for the conflict. Later, reports surface that North Korean troops are fighting alongside Russian forces in Ukraine. We’ll speak with Karolina Hird from the Institute for the Study of War to break down the de...
Oct 19, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, the latest fallout from the death of Hamas leader and 7 October mastermind Yahya Sinwar, as Hamas vows to keep fighting and Iran warns the killing will only serve to strengthen their so-called “Axis of Resistance.” Then, the U.S. has hit Chinese and Russian entities with a slew of sanctions over their involvement in making and shipping attack drones to Russia for use in Ukraine. The sanctions came with a warning to China to halt their apparen...
Oct 18, 2024•14 min•Ep 561•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: We’ll begin with the fallout from the death of Hamas leader and 7 October mastermind Yahya Sinwar, who was killed Wednesday by the IDF during a firefight in southern Gaza, dealing a decisive blow to the terror group. Later in the show, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is pitching his “Victory Plan” to leaders of the European Union, though reports indicate allies are reluctant to embrace key aspects’ of Kyiv’s proposed strategy. Then, the U.S....
Oct 18, 2024•22 min•Ep 560•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: Beginning with breaking news out of the Middle East, Israeli officials confirmed that Hamas leader and 7 October mastermind Yahya Sinwar was killed Wednesday in a firefight with soldiers in the southern Gaza Strip. Then, an independent panel has issued a scathing report on the systemic failures of the U.S. Secret Service that led to the July 13 assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. We’ll discuss the panel’s recommendations for a co...
Oct 17, 2024•14 min•Ep 559•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Breaking reports reveal that Israel has finalized its target list for a retaliatory strike against Iran, with the country’s defense minister vowing precise and deadly action. Updates on North Korea’s alleged involvement in the war in Ukraine, including reports of Pyongyang's forces deserting the frontlines shortly after arriving. China's massive military exercises around Taiwan, where a record-breaking number of aircraft were deployed. And in today...
Oct 17, 2024•22 min•Ep 558•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, a disturbing new report reveals how a massive network of Hamas-affiliated officials and activists infiltrated Europe, leveraging charities and nonprofits to fundraise and lobby on behalf of the terrorist group. Then, Canada and India are having a major diplomatic rift after Prime Minister Justin Trudeau expelled India’s top diplomat and five other officials, accusing them of involvement in a campaign to threaten and assassinate Sikh activists...
Oct 16, 2024•13 min•Ep 557•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: New details emerge about North Korean troops fighting alongside Russian forces in Ukraine, with some sources suggesting that Pyongyang may have deployed up to 10,000 soldiers to the battlefield. The Biden administration reportedly delivers an ultimatum to Israel, threatening to withhold military aid unless humanitarian conditions in Gaza improve within 30 days. A new report from Microsoft reveals an alarming alliance between Russia, China, and Iran...
Oct 16, 2024•25 min•Ep 556•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, an update on our coverage of Israel’s looming retaliation against Iran. Leaks from the Biden administration suggest Israel will forgo hitting Iran’s oil sites and limit their retaliation to targeted strikes against Iranian military interests. Then, South Korea has fired warning shots at the North after the hermit kingdom blew up two cross-border roads connecting the countries, a significant escalation that has the region on edge. To listen to...
Oct 15, 2024•13 min•Ep 555•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: We're revisiting a critical story from yesterday about US troops being deployed to Israel. What does this signal? It could point to Israel preparing for an imminent response to Iran. A disturbing report from Russia—accusations are emerging that Russian forces have conducted the largest mass execution of Ukrainian prisoners of war since the start of the invasion 31 months ago. Alarming news about the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua operating in the U...
Oct 15, 2024•23 min•Ep 554•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, an update on the deadly Hezbollah drone attack yesterday on northern Israel that left four IDF soldiers dead, as Israeli leaders vow a "forceful response." Then, China is escalating their harassment of Taiwan, threatening its leaders and encircling the island during provocative large-scale military drills on Monday. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting PDBPremium.com. Please remembe...
Oct 14, 2024•12 min•Ep 553•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: We kick off by unpacking newly uncovered secret documents that reveal details about the planning behind the October 7th attacks and Hamas's attempts to convince its key backer, Iran, to join the deadly assault. We’ll cover the mysterious swarms of unidentified drones buzzing over Langley Air Force Base in Virginia, with officials unsure if they’re connected to foreign adversaries or merely civilian hobbyists. Plus, we delve into new reports on the ...
Oct 14, 2024•22 min•Ep 552•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Situation Report: We'll begin with the latest from the Middle East, as Israel expands its offensive in southern Lebanon while Iran-backed Hezbollah fires rockets at Haifa for the first time since the war began. Lieutenant General Ben Hodges will join us to share his insights on the growing conflict and its broader implications for the region and the world. Later in the show, we'll turn to the Far East, where the armed forces of the Philippines, the United States, and f...
Oct 12, 2024•1 hr•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: We’ll begin with the ongoing internal turmoil gripping Iran, as reports emerge that the head of the IRGC’s elite Quds Force has been detained over suspicions of involvement in Israel’s infiltration of Hezbollah. Then, Russian President Vladimir Putin is cementing Moscow’s close military and economic ties with Iran, meeting with the Islamic regime’s new president for the first time Friday, while promising to create a "new world order" of allies to co...
Oct 11, 2024•15 min•Ep 551•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: We'll start things off in the Middle East, where leaders from the Gulf states are lobbying the Biden administration to prevent Israel from striking Iranian oil sites, fearing such a retaliation will open up their own oil facilities to attacks by Iranian proxies. Later in the program, the Biden administration is looking to leverage Israel’s success in degrading Hezbollah to sever the group’s hold over the Lebanese government, pushing for the electio...
Oct 11, 2024•24 min•Ep 550•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: We’ll begin with Gaza, where support for Hamas is eroding as frustrations mount among the civilian population over the terrorist group's handling of the war. Then, an update on Hurricane Milton, as the monster storm makes landfall along Florida’s Gulf coast. While the impact was destructive, it appears the state avoided the predicted worst-case scenarios. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiti...
Oct 10, 2024•12 min•Ep 549•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: An earthquake in Northern Iran has sparked speculation of an underground nuclear test by the Islamic Republic, but CIA Director William Burns is dismissing those claims. Later in the program, we’ll turn to northern Lebanon, where the discovery of a tunnel into Israel is raising questions about the extent of Hezbollah’s underground network. Plus, Ukraine’s air defenses are getting a major boost as France commits to delivering one of its most advance...
Oct 10, 2024•22 min•Ep 548•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: As Israel continues to expand ground operations aimed at degrading Hezbollah in Lebanon, the United Nations is lashing out at the Israeli government over the IDF’s proximity to an international peacekeeping force. Authorities in the US have charged an Afghan national living in Oklahoma with plotting to carry out a terrorist attack on election day on behalf of the Islamic State. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’...
Oct 09, 2024•13 min•Ep 547•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: We’ll begin with a stark warning from the head of Britain’s MI5 intelligence agency, who said Russia and Iran are working overtime to sow mayhem across Europe through sabotage missions and attacks on dissidents. The intelligence chief also cautioned that a resurgent al Qaeda and Islamic State pose a growing terrorism threat to the continent. Later in the program, an update on Israel’s expected retaliation against Iran. While sources say Israel will...
Oct 09, 2024•22 min•Ep 546•Transcript available on Metacast 
