Daryl Cooper, the mind behind Martyrmade Podcast and co-host of shows with Jocko Willink and Scott Horton, joins Kyle Anzalone for a riveting examination of the recent Israel-Iran "12-Day War" that peels back layers of conventional wisdom to reveal uncomfortable truths.

Drawing on his extensive background as a Department of Defense civilian engineer specializing in missile defense systems, Cooper delivers a masterclass in understanding the strategic realities that shaped the conflict. When Israel's initial attempt to trigger regime change in Iran failed, Netanyahu found himself without an exit strategy, leading to an escalating exchange that revealed both Israel's offensive capabilities and surprising vulnerabilities. "The Israelis really shot their shot on this one," Cooper explains, describing how years of carefully placed assets were burned in a high-stakes gamble.

Cooper's technical insights into missile defense expose why even the most sophisticated systems have practical limitations against ballistic missiles. "Unless you get a skin-to-skin hit," he explains, "the missile that's coming at us is actually traveling faster than the explosion itself of our missile." This reality, coupled with the need to fire multiple interceptors at each incoming threat, creates an unsustainable dynamic that depleted Israel's defensive capabilities within days and strained America's global military commitments.

Perhaps most consequential is Cooper's analysis of the dramatic shift in American public opinion, where support among younger Democrats has swung 70 points toward Palestinians in just eight years. This demographic transformation threatens to undermine the "unconditional" American backing that has long been Israel's strategic foundation. As Cooper observes, "Without our total, unconditional support, Israel can't continue to behave the way they have for the last several decades."

The conversation culminates in a nuanced discussion of how the conflict affects relationships between Israel, diaspora Jewish communities, and the broader world—highlighting the critical distinction between criticizing government policies and perpetuating harmful stereotypes. This episode offers essential context for understanding not just the recent conflict, but the rapidly evolving geopolitical landscape that will shape the Middle East's future.

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Breaking developments in the Middle East have taken a dramatic turn as Donald Trump declared a ceasefire between Israel and Iran following their brief but intense conflict. This unexpected announcement arrived via Truth Social in Trump's distinctively chaotic style – blessing both nations after advocating regime change in Iran just days earlier.

The ceasefire's origins remain shrouded in mystery. Initial reports indicated neither country formally agreed to Trump's terms, with speculation growing that Israel may have been the party seeking de-escalation due to challenges with their interceptor capabilities against Iranian rockets. Most striking was Trump's unprecedented public confrontation with Netanyahu, directly commanding Israel to cease bombing operations – perhaps the most critical stance toward Israel from a U.S. president in recent memory. This remarkable shift highlights the complex power dynamics between allies and demonstrates how presidential authority can reshape diplomatic relationships when exercised directly.

Troubling intelligence assessments now reveal the American strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities were significantly less effective than claimed, likely setting back their program by mere months rather than years. These strikes may have inadvertently accelerated Iran's nuclear ambitions by providing motivation to develop weapons as a deterrent against future attacks. Meanwhile, polling shows Republican support for bombing Iran jumped from 23% to 69% after Trump ordered strikes, raising questions about partisan loyalty versus policy consistency. With Israel still engaged in operations across Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza, this fragile peace hangs in the balance, potentially unraveling at any moment despite Trump's dramatic intervention.

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The haunting words echo like a prophecy fulfilled: "This is a memo that describes how we're going to take out seven countries in five years, starting with Iraq, and then Syria, Lebanon, Libya, Somalia, Sudan and finishing off Iran." Two decades later, we're witnessing the final stage of this blueprint unfolding before our eyes.

Daniel McAdams, Executive Director of the Ron Paul Institute, joins us to unpack the recent escalation between Iran, Israel, and the United States. We examine Iran's calculated missile response to Israeli attacks – a strike deliberately telegraphed hours in advance to prevent casualties while sending a clear message. This mirrors Iran's 2020 response to the Soleimani assassination, providing another potential off-ramp from escalation that may be ignored.

The conversation takes a troubling turn as we explore Israel's unprecedented influence over American foreign policy. Representative Thomas Massie's courageous stand against AIPAC and the neoconservative agenda highlights the growing discomfort among Americans watching their government prioritize another nation's interests. Multiple reports from Israeli media themselves reveal how Netanyahu directly influenced the scope and timing of attacks, while Israeli intelligence assessments overrode American findings regarding Iran's nuclear program.

Perhaps most disturbing is how today's war propaganda differs from previous cycles. Unlike the Bush-era neoconservatives who at least attempted to sell wars with promises of democracy-building, today's warmongers don't even bother with such pretense. They present Americans with conflicts and expect acceptance without justification – a nihilistic approach aimed at creating chaos rather than stability.

We conclude with a sobering observation about nuclear proliferation: by attacking Iran despite no concrete evidence of weaponization, America sends a dangerous message to nations worldwide – if you don't want to be destroyed, acquire nuclear weapons. The contrasting fates of nuclear-armed North Korea versus non-nuclear states like Libya and Iraq make this lesson painfully clear.

Join us for this essential conversation about the forces driving us toward another destructive conflict and what it means for global stability, American democracy, and the future of international relations. Subscribe now and share this episode to help others understand what's really happening behind the headlines.

When seven American B-2 bombers dropped fourteen 3,000-pound bunker-busting bombs on Iranian nuclear facilities, the world witnessed more than just a military strike. Behind the operation codenamed "Midnight Hammer" lies a troubling story of foreign influence and constitutional overreach that demands closer examination.

At the heart of this crisis is Benjamin Netanyahu's calculated manipulation of American foreign policy. According to Jerusalem Post reports, Israeli officials actively convinced Trump to expand the attack beyond its original scope, with Netanyahu and his aide Ron Dermer characterizing it as a "historic opportunity" to deliver a knockout blow against Iran. Even more disturbing, these same reports reveal that Israel's initial aggression toward Iran was specifically designed to prevent Trump from reaching a potential nuclear deal with Tehran – a deal that would have required Iran to eliminate its 60% enriched uranium stockpile.

The intelligence justifying this attack originated with Mossad and was delivered to Trump by CIA Chief John Ratcliffe, claiming Iran could build a nuclear weapon within 15 days. This assessment grossly mischaracterizes Iran's capabilities and intentions, as no evidence has emerged that Iran had decided to pursue nuclear weapons. Meanwhile, Tulsi Gabbard – once viewed as a potential moderating voice against unnecessary wars – failed to push back against this misleading intelligence.

Judge Andrew Napolitano didn't mince words about the constitutional implications, calling the attack "profoundly unconstitutional, absolutely unlawful, an impeachable offense and a war crime." With no congressional authorization or declaration of war, and no imminent threat to American security, this offensive military action violated both U.S. and international law. The potential consequences are severe: Iranian retaliation against U.S. troops, activation of regional militias, and possible closure of the Strait of Hormuz, which would devastate global energy markets and Western economies.

Perhaps most telling is Trump's apparent embrace of regime change in Iran – the very interventionist policy he once criticized and campaigned against. This dramatic reversal exposes how completely his "America First" promises have given way to policies that place Israeli interests ahead of American ones. As tensions continue to escalate, we must question who truly controls our military decisions and whether our constitutional safeguards against unnecessary wars still function at all.

In this episode of the Kyle Landslone Show, we dive deep into the pressing issue of a potential war with Iran. Our guest, Dave DeCamp from anti-war.com, shares insights on U.S. intelligence assessments regarding Iran's nuclear ambitions and how they contrast sharply with claims made by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

We explore whether Iran was truly pursuing a nuclear weapon before recent events and discuss the implications of these findings for international relations. Join us as we unpack these critical topics and more in today's engaging discussion!

In this episode, we dive deep into the escalating tensions between the US and Iran. With Kelly Vallejo returning to share her expertise, we explore critical questions surrounding America's potential involvement in a new conflict. Is this truly America’s war?

We’ll analyze insights from international inspectors regarding Iran's nuclear program and discuss the implications of Iraq war propaganda resurfacing. Join us as we unpack these complex issues that could lead to significant consequences on a global scale.

The Middle East crisis has reached a critical and alarming escalation point with Israel's massive strikes against Iran and Iran's retaliatory missile attacks on Tel Aviv. What's particularly troubling about this situation is the extensive American involvement and the diplomatic deception that preceded the military action.

Donald Trump's administration has been deeply implicated in this escalation. Despite publicly claiming to pursue a diplomatic path with Iran, Trump was coordinating with Israel behind the scenes to prepare for these strikes. As reported during Kyle Lanzalone's recent broadcast, Trump praised the Israeli strikes as "excellent" in conversations with NBC News, saying Iran "got hit hard, very hard" and ominously adding that "there's more to come, a lot more." This rhetoric from a former president essentially endorses further escalation and will likely pressure Iran to respond not just to Israel but to the United States as well.

The most disturbing revelation is how the United States and Israel deliberately misled Iran about diplomatic possibilities. According to Israeli officials cited in the Jerusalem Post, both countries worked together to convince Tehran that diplomacy was still viable even as Israel was finalizing attack plans. This deception was calculated to lower Iran's guard ahead of the strikes. Trump even posted on Truth Social about remaining committed to a diplomatic resolution with Iran just hours before the Israeli bombs began falling. This level of deception fundamentally undermines international diplomatic norms and raises serious questions about whether any country can trust diplomatic overtures from the United States in the future.

Congressional response to these events has been largely hawkish, with most representatives supporting Israel's offensive actions. Some, like Rep. Carlos A. Gimenez of Florida, went so far as to state that "the threat from Iran will only stop when the regime is destroyed," explicitly calling for regime change. Only a few voices, including Thomas Massie (R-KY), correctly identified this as an "offensive war" by Israel against Iran. Most congressional statements framed Israel as a victim deserving prayers, despite Israel being the aggressor in this specific sequence of events.

The implications of these developments for nuclear proliferation are profound. As Daniel McAdams aptly noted in a darkly humorous meme shared during the broadcast, leaders like North Korea's Kim Jong-un are essentially being validated in their decision to develop nuclear weapons. Countries that abandoned nuclear ambitions, like Libya and Iraq, eventually faced regime change operations. Iran had attempted to find a middle ground by developing a latent nuclear capability without actual weapons, similar to countries like Japan and Brazil. However, the current crisis demonstrates that this approach may be insufficient to deter military action.

Iran's response has included multiple waves of missile and drone attacks targeting Israel, with some successfully hitting Tel Aviv despite Israel's advanced air defenses. American forces have actively participated in shooting down Iranian missiles, further entangling the United States in this conflict. Tehran has also permanently ended nuclear talks with Washington that were scheduled for Sunday, rejecting Trump's calls for Iran to "take a deal" after their facilities had been attacked.

The international response has included some bizarre reactions, particularly from Germany, which condemned Iran's "indiscriminate attacks" on Israeli territory even before Iran had launched any retaliatory strikes. Germany also falsely claimed Iran was violating the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT), when in fact Iran is a signatory while Israel, with its undeclared nuclear arsenal, is not.

As this crisis continues to unfold, the risk of a wider regional conflict increases daily. The diplomatic deception that p