CRIMINAL FOREIGN POLICY

DW—The video features an in-depth discussion with Laith Marouf, a commentator from Beirut, on the escalating conflict involving Lebanon, Israel, Iran, and their regional proxies as of early March 2026. Laith outlines the current military developments primarily focusing on the southern Lebanon front where Hezbollah has entered the war alongside Iranian forces. He explains the strategic dynamics of the conflict, emphasizing Hezbollah’s successful resistance against Israeli incursions despite Israeli attempts to declare South Lebanon a military zone and forcibly evacuate civilians. The conversation highlights the coordinated missile and drone attacks launched by Iran and Hezbollah targeting northern and central Israel, including key military command centers and surveillance bases.

DD—This video transcript provides a critical analysis of Jon Stewart’s comedic and political trajectory, focusing on his evolution from making offensive jokes about marginalized communities to adopting an extreme opposite stance, and ultimately engaging in what the speaker characterizes as imperialist propaganda. The discussion opens by revisiting Stewart’s early career, highlighting his use of transphobic humor and other insensitive jokes that even by past standards were questionable. It then moves into Stewart’s later career, critiquing his overcorrection on gender issues and his shift toward legitimizing U.S. military aggression, particularly regarding Iran.

LJ—Starting in 2015 and continuing through 2020, the US produced between 100 — 300 a year. Let’s use the higher figure… That is 1,800 PAC-3 MSE. In the succeeding four year period, the US produced an estimated 2,200 PAC-3 MSEs (i.e., 500+ per year). In 2025 the US boosted production to 620. Total PAC-3 MSEs produced since 2015 is 4,620.

When the PAC-3 MSE is employed against an incoming threat, a minimum of two are fired. Keep that figure in mind. So how many have we sent Ukraine? According to open source documents, including DOD/DOW budget figures, the the US has transferred 847 PAC-3 MSE missiles to Ukraine. Assuming that the US and Israel have NOT fired any PAC-3 MSE missiles in 2025 and 2026, the US only has 3,773 in its inventory. We know that is ridiculous, but play along with me.

GARLAND NIXON—This video features a detailed and impassioned discussion between Garland Nixon and Scott Ritter covering several critical themes: the violent removal of a former Marine, Brian McGinnis, from a Congressional hearing, the erosion of constitutional and democratic principles in the United States, the ongoing conflict involving Iran and U.S. military actions, and the broader implications of U.S. foreign policy and internal governance.

GER—After launching a war of aggression against Iran, Trump and Netanyahu are attacking more countries. Israel invaded Lebanon and besieged Gaza. US soldiers are fighting in Ecuador and shooting Pakistani protesters. Trump even threatened an embargo on Spain, demanding to use its military bases. Ben Norton explains.