Ian Bremmer: Israel vs Hezbollah
As Israeli strikes on Lebanon intensify, Ian Bremmer answers the pressing question: “What kind of response does that elicit from Hezbollah or even from their…
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Mike Baker: Internet Cable Sabotage, Trump’s Influence in the Gulf, & Haitian Gangs Fire at Airliners
In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief with Mike Baker:
- Russia’s Undersea Accusations: An ally of Vladimir Putin accuses the U.S. and U.K. of plotting to sabotage undersea internet cables and disrupt maritime energy trade routes. Are these claims a cover for Russia’s own plans?
- Middle East Caution: Saudi Arabia and the UAE are signaling a commitment to de-escalation with Iran, but with an eye on former President Trump’s influence in the region, keeping their options open.
- Crisis in Haiti: The interim Prime Minister has been ousted amidst escalating gang violence, leading authorities to suspend all flights in and out of the capital.
- Back of the Brief: President Trump continues to build his administration, appointing former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee as Ambassador to Israel.
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