The President's Daily Brief

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief: - First up—A new U.S. intelligence warning reveals Iran has intensified efforts to assassinate American officials overseas, with some plots reportedly reaching advanced stages. Meanwhile, Tehran insists it remains open to negotiations with Washington. - Later in the show—Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado returns home after months in e...

In this episode of The PDB Situation Report Iran faces a growing armed insurgency as militant groups intensify attacks against regime security forces. Janatan Sayeh of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies joins us to examine who's behind the rebellion and whether it poses a serious threat to Tehran's grip on power. France braces for another weekend of unrest as revelations expose a network of...

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin :   First—the United States may be preparing another round of strikes against Iran. But Tehran is warning that any new offensive could trigger a far broader conflict, with American forces and economic infrastructure across the Middle East in the regime’s crosshairs. Later in the show—another commercial ship has been sunk in the Black Sea, and Roma...

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief: - First up—The United States and Israel are reportedly preparing for another round of strikes against Iran following November's midterm elections. With military planners considering a short but intensive campaign, questions are growing about whether renewed attacks could force Tehran to make concessions or trigger a wider conflict. - Later in the sho...

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First up—A major setback for Iran as its campaign to disrupt global oil supplies appears to be backfiring. Gulf oil exports have surpassed prewar levels, while Tehran's own shipments have reportedly ground to a halt, depriving the regime of billions in revenue. Later in the show—Haitian gangs take four Salvadoran military personnel hostage, prompting...

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief: - First up—Iran's regime faces a growing armed insurgency as opposition groups launch increasingly sophisticated attacks against government security forces. Militants are targeting police stations, military convoys, and senior commanders in southeastern Iran, opening another front of instability as Tehran struggles with war, economic turmoil, and dom...

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First up—U.S. intelligence reportedly believes Vladimir Putin personally ordered an escalating campaign of sabotage against NATO countries. A new investigation reveals how Russian operatives allegedly targeted military cargo aircraft at a German airport, along with a warning the Kremlin reportedly delivered that more attacks were coming. The revelatio...

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief: - First up—France is reeling from widespread riots, arson, and violent demonstrations as new investigations uncover a sprawling network of communist groups, radical-left organizations, and international activists helping mobilize the unrest. We'll examine who's behind the protests, the groups supporting them, and the questions surrounding their invol...

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First up—Britain is deploying RAF fighter jets to defend Saudi Arabia against escalating Houthi missile and drone attacks. The move comes as a devastating Houthi strike kills at least 73 soldiers in Yemen, raising questions about how deeply Western powers could become involved in the growing conflict. Later in the show—Nearly 60,000 American and Japan...

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief: - First—Tensions between Washington and Kyiv are reaching new heights as President Zelensky accuses the U.S. of temporarily interrupting critical intelligence sharing. The Trump administration denies the allegation, while President Trump escalates his criticism of Zelensky's leadership. - Later in the show—Iran is tightening its grip on the...

It’s not ideal, at the end of a campaign for senate, to be talking about how you promise you have no ties to a terrorist organization. But are the questions legitimate? 

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin :   First—Iran's role in the escalating war between Saudi Arabia and the Houthis may be far more extensive than previously understood. New reporting reveals Iranian military officers are helping direct deadly missile and drone attacks, while covert shipments are delivering weapons and personnel into Yemen. Later in the show—Romanian F-16s shoot do...

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 concerns about political instability across the continent. - Later in the show—President Trump delays sweeping new sancti...

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, joins us to discuss the latest developments and the direction of the war. Later in the show—China is increasing its milita...

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, and how the violence is beginning to affect international businesses operating in the kingdom. Later in the show—P...

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief: - Ukraine declares an end to President Trump's proposed energy ceasefire, launching fresh attacks on Russian oil infrastructure after accusing Moscow of continuing its strikes against Ukrainian energy facilities. - Russia has constructed a massive new drone attack base in just six weeks, raising concerns about Moscow's growing ability to launch strik...

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First up—the Pentagon is reportedly considering using the “Mother of All Bombs” against Iran as military planners prepare options for another round of devastating strikes. The massive weapon could play a role in Washington’s next move against Tehran. Later in the show—the Pentagon is deploying hundreds of American soldiers to Panama as the Trump admin...

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief: - First up—Iran is fortifying its nuclear facilities, mobilizing civilians, and preparing for another round of fighting with the United States. With its military badly weakened and its economy under enormous pressure, we examine Tehran's strategy and whether the regime is preparing for a war it cannot win. - Later in the show—a Ukrainian special-forc...

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief: First up—the Houthis strike the headquarters of Saudi Arabia’s state-owned oil giant Aramco, as Riyadh presses ahead with a major offensive in Yemen. After more than a decade of fighting, we examine why the Houthis have proven so difficult to defeat and whether Saudi Arabia’s expanding military partnerships could finally change the equation. Later in...

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief: - First up—Iran's oil exports have reportedly fallen to zero under the American blockade, while Tehran escalates its attacks against commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. The surge in violence raises fears that economic desperation could trigger another round of fighting. - Later in the show—Saudi Arabia launches fresh airstrikes against oil f...

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First up—Xi Jinping's drive to turn China into the world's dominant superpower is creating serious problems for its economy. A new investigation reveals how Beijing's debt-fueled industrial expansion is threatening the economic foundations of China's global ambitions. Later in the show—Britain's top spy warns that Iran and Russia are escalating their...

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief: - Ukraine's drone campaign against Russia's oil industry is inflicting serious economic damage. A new Washington Post investigation reveals how Ukrainian forces are systematically disabling critical refinery equipment, even as President Trump pressures Kyiv to halt the attacks. - Britain formally links Iran's Revolutionary Guards to a suspected plot...

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: Iran's top security officials and diplomats are sending contradictory messages about negotiations with Washington, raising fresh questions about who's actually running the country. With Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei still out of public view, uncertainty is growing over whether anyone in Tehran has the authority to negotiate and enforce an agreement...

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief: - Houthi rebels launch a deadly attack on Saudi Arabia as President Trump considers direct American military intervention in Yemen. The attack comes as Saudi-backed forces battle to reclaim territory along a critical Red Sea shipping route. - A new Wall Street Journal investigation reveals how hackers are hijacking everyday security cameras to spy on...

October 7, 2023, changed Israel forever. Three years later, the consequences of Hamas' devastating attack continue to reverberate across the Middle East. Mike Slater joins former CIA officer Mike Baker to examine the events of that day, the wars and political upheaval that followed, and how Israel's strategic position has changed. What lessons have been learned, and where does Israel go from here?