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In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief:Three years after the October 7th Hamas attacks, the Middle East has undergone a dramatic transformation. Alex Selsky of the Middle East Forum joins Mike Baker to examine how years of war and the widening conflict with Iran have reshaped Israel’s strategic position and what comes next for the region.Federal officers are reporting a massive surge in terrorism-related encounters at the U.S. southern border. Art Arthur of the Center for Immigration Studies joins Mike Baker to break down the troubling numbers and what they

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First—President Trump says the U.S. won't launch new strikes against Iran before the November midterms, even as the Pentagon prepares for another major round of combat. But with Washington tightening its economic stranglehold and continued Iranian attacks on Gulf shipping, questions are mounting over just how long this uneasy standoff can last.Later in the show—China expands its maritime presence into sensitive waters off Taiwan's eastern coast. The latest discovery is raising fresh concerns that Beijing may be preparing for a future blockade of the

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief:• Saudi Arabia may be preparing to dramatically expand its war against the Houthis, as Syria considers sending as many as 20,000 troops to Yemen to support a much larger ground offensive.• New reporting reveals an alleged Iranian plot to use drones against U.S. military bases in Germany and potentially kill American troops, while a separate drone strike has hit a major Russian data center operated by Yandex.• South Korea has successfully tested a domestically developed hypersonic glide weapon as Seoul races to keep

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:• The U.S. military buildup around Iran is entering a new phase, with CENTCOM reportedly ordered to complete preparations for another major round of fighting.• Federal authorities say they disrupted an ISIS-inspired plot targeting the Mall of America, arresting an 18-year-old after an undercover gun sale.To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com.Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President’s Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Ethos: Protect your family with life insurance

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief:• The U.S. blockade is putting growing pressure on Iran’s oil exports to China, with Chinese refiners increasingly turning to other suppliers for crude.• Turkey is beginning to provide military support to Saudi Arabia under its new defense pact as the war against Yemen’s Houthis intensifies.• Two commercial vessels have been struck by drones off Bulgaria, pushing the conflict deeper into the Black Sea as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky blames Russia.• In today’s Back of the Brief, the WHO is seeking answers after reports

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:• The Trump administration is laying out what Iran would have to do to end the war, even as Washington remains uncertain over who inside Tehran actually has the authority to make a deal.• France is facing its worst school unrest in decades, with widespread student demonstrations, violence and arrests as new reporting raises questions about how much of the movement was organized by the country’s hard left.To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief:• U.S. officials say America’s abrupt withdrawal of B-1 bombers from Britain was prompted by intelligence about an alleged Iranian plot to attack the aircraft and kill American personnel.• Satellite imagery shows Chinese attack aircraft and military vehicles arriving at a new joint facility in Laos, raising questions about Beijing’s expanding military presence in Southeast Asia.• Germany’s former intelligence chief has been arrested on suspicion of passing classified information to a foreign intelligence service and committing treason.• In today’s Back of the Brief, around

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief:• The conflict in Yemen is becoming a broader regional fight, as Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey officially put their new defense pact into action amid the war with the Houthis.• Ukraine launches one of its largest drone attacks yet on the Moscow region, while Kyiv claims its campaign against Russian energy infrastructure has disabled more than half of the country’s oil-refining capacity.To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com.Please remember to subscribe if

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief:• Iran’s biggest bargaining chip may be starting to lose its value, as Gulf oil exports recover to prewar levels while pressure grows on the Houthis around Bab el-Mandeb.• The United States has pulled all of its B-1 bombers out of a key British air base amid security concerns surrounding suspected plots targeting the facility.• A former Russian serviceman accused by Ukraine of torturing prisoners of war has been killed in a car bombing inside Russia.• In today’s Back of the Brief, the FBI has arrested a woman accused of spying for China after she allegedly surveilled the U.S.-based son of Taiwan’s president.To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com.Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President’s Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybriefRidge Wallet: One thing to pack, five ways to power! Get 10% Off @Ridge with code PDB at https://www.Ridge.com/PDB#RidgepodHomeServe: Protect your home systems from expensive repairs with https://HomeServe.com/dailybriefand get 50% off your first year of coverage.Fi Tracking: Get peace of mind. Fi is offering up to 30% off and free shipping when you visit https://Fitracking.com and enter promo code PDB

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:• What looked like a fight over Bab el-Mandeb has expanded into a much larger Saudi-backed campaign aimed at retaking Sanaa and breaking Houthi control of Yemen.• The White House is monitoring a mysterious death tied to a Russian anti-plague laboratory, as questions grow over what happened inside the facility and why authorities have taken unusual precautions.To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com.Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief:• A major new offensive is getting underway against the Houthis in Yemen, raising fresh questions about whether American forces could eventually be drawn directly into the fight.• President Volodymyr Zelensky says Ukrainian intelligence obtained documents showing Vladimir Putin has ordered a new doctrine expanding Russian attacks against civilian targets ahead of winter.• New details emerge in the attempted hijacking of a flydubai flight to Tel Aviv, with reports that the accused copilot had previously been grounded over concerns about his radicalization.• In today’s

In this episode of The PDB Situation Report:• Artificial intelligence is advancing at a remarkable pace, raising major questions about where the technology is headed and whether society is prepared for what comes next. Neil deGrasse Tyson joins Mike Baker to discuss the future of AI.• The final U.S. troops have now left Iraq, closing another chapter in America’s long military presence there. Bill Roggio of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies joins Mike to discuss what the withdrawal means for Iraq and the wider region.To listen to the show ad-free,

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:• The United States is sending thousands more troops and potentially a third aircraft carrier to the Middle East as President Trump keeps the possibility of renewed strikes on Iran after the midterms on the table.• Ukraine reaches a major milestone in its war effort, deploying its domestically produced FP-7 ballistic missile in combat for the first time as Kyiv works to expand its homegrown weapons capability.To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com.Please

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief:• Iran’s economic troubles deepen as tankers remain stranded overseas, the rial hits a new record low, and U.S. pressure continues to tighten around Tehran’s oil trade.• China-linked hackers are impersonating American officials and AI experts in an effort to target researchers and policy specialists working on artificial intelligence.• Britain says it believes Iran played a role in the suspected plot near RAF Fairford, the British base used by U.S. bombers in operations against Iran.• Former world chess champion and Kremlin critic Garry Kasparov

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief:• New reporting says Iran is preparing plans for a harder and potentially broader retaliation if the United States resumes major strikes, even as negotiations continue through Qatar.• Hezbollah has reportedly held secret talks with Syria’s new government, a remarkable shift after years spent fighting to keep Bashar al-Assad in power and one that raises new questions about Iran’s influence over the group.To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com.Please remember to subscribe if

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief:• The diplomatic channel with Iran remains open, with Qatar carrying messages between Washington and Tehran even as the U.S. imposes another round of sanctions.• U.S. forces are leaving Iraq after more than two decades, raising concerns that Iran-backed militias or ISIS could exploit the resulting security vacuum.• Pakistan says it will defend Saudi Arabia against the Houthis by “whatever means are available,” raising the possibility that Islamabad could become directly involved in the widening conflict.• Britain says a Beijing research institute is secretly

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:• Russia issues a new nuclear warning to NATO, saying any attempt to cut off or attack the Russian exclave of Kaliningrad could trigger a response involving nuclear weapons as tensions continue to rise in the Baltic.• Israeli officials say passengers and crew aboard a flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv subdued the co-pilot after he allegedly stabbed the captain and attempted to crash the aircraft, forcing an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia. Flydubai says the reason for the altercation remains unknown.To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com.Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President’s Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief QUO: Make this the season where no opportunity slips away. Try QUO for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/PDBTax Relief Advocates: End your tax nightmare today by visiting us online at https://TRA.com or call 800-583-6515Lean: Get 20% off plus free rush shipping when you go to https://TAKELEAN.com and use code PDB

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief:• Iran’s ability to restrict oil traffic through the Strait of Hormuz is weakening as regional exports rebound, potentially eroding one of Tehran’s most important sources of leverage.• The Kremlin is pressuring Russian companies to pay for their own drone defenses as Ukrainian strikes increasingly threaten industrial sites deep inside Russia.• U.S. military cyber and national-security forces are being brought into efforts to protect November’s midterm elections from foreign hackers and influence operations.• South Korea says North Korean mines caused last week’s DMZ explosion

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:• First, European officials are confronting a new alleged Russian attack on NATO soil, adding urgency to efforts to develop a common response to sabotage and other hybrid threats.• Later, a new Senate investigation says Iran has relied heavily on cryptocurrency to move money around U.S. sanctions, exposing a growing digital workaround within Tehran’s shadow banking network.To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com.Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief:• The latest U.S.-Iran peace effort may still be alive despite President Trump’s rejection of Tehran’s proposal, as mediators work to bridge disputes over Iran’s nuclear program, sanctions relief, and the future of the Strait of Hormuz.• Ukraine says its forces continue to retake territory in northern Donetsk as they try to disrupt Russia’s latest offensive in the east.• Two North Korean soldiers captured while fighting for Russia are now at the center of a diplomatic dispute between South Korea and Ukraine, while potentially

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:• New reporting reveals that eight U.S. Marines were injured when an Iranian anti-ship missile struck a U.S.-contracted vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, raising new questions about the attack and the threat Iran still poses to American forces in the region.• The RAF Fairford terror investigation widens, with police now examining whether the suspects may have been linked to Iran or another foreign government.To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com.Please remember to

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief:- President Trump rejects Iran’s latest proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and ease the fighting, as U.S. officials say renewed American strikes could follow after the November midterms.- British counterterrorism police investigate a major incident near RAF Fairford after five men are arrested on suspicion of explosives offenses outside the air base used by U.S. bombers in operations against Iran.- President Trump presses Zelenskyy and Putin to make a deal as Russia and Ukraine intensify their long-range strikes, hitting cities, infrastructure and

In this episode of The PDB Situation Report:• Washington tightens the economic pressure on Tehran with new sanctions aimed at grounding Iranian aircraft and cutting off key financial lifelines. Miad Maleki of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies joins us to break down the latest measures.• As sanctions squeeze Iran’s economy, we examine how severe the damage has become and whether mounting economic pressure could fuel new unrest inside the country. Alireza Jafarzadeh of the National Council of Resistance of Iran joins us with an inside look.To listen to the show

In this episode of the PDB Afternoon Bulletin:• France is sending troops and defensive systems to Saudi Arabia as Houthi attacks intensify, while Riyadh turns to Turkey and Pakistan for additional military support under their new defense arrangement.• The Trump administration is quietly pressing China over suspected secret nuclear tests as Beijing rapidly expands its nuclear arsenal and resists greater transparency.To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com.Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President’s Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief

In this episode of The PDB Description:• New reporting reveals the scale of China’s support for Iran’s war effort, including drone and missile components, satellite imagery, and financial assistance helping Tehran sustain its military operations.• President Xi Jinping is in Washington for talks with President Trump, with Taiwan, trade, and the future of U.S.-China relations on the agenda as Beijing’s support for Iran faces growing scrutiny.To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com.Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode

In this episode of The PDB Description:• New reporting reveals the scale of China’s support for Iran’s war effort, including drone and missile components, satellite imagery, and financial assistance helping Tehran sustain its military operations.• President Xi Jinping is in Washington for talks with President Trump, with Taiwan, trade, and the future of U.S.-China relations on the agenda as Beijing’s support for Iran faces growing scrutiny.To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com.Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief:• Iran’s president says Tehran will not bend to Washington, even as U.S. and Iranian officials resume talks for the first time since June and new American sanctions put growing pressure on Iran’s aviation sector and economy. • Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky asks President Trump for a winter weapons package as Washington presses for a limited ceasefire focused on Russian and Ukrainian energy infrastructure. • Tensions escalate along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border, where Pakistani officials accuse Afghan Taliban forces of shelling border posts and launching drones into

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:• New reporting says Iranian Revolutionary Guard advisers helped direct the Houthi offensive that swept down Yemen’s Red Sea coast in less than 48 hours, raising new questions about Tehran’s role in the rapidly expanding fight.• A notorious hacking group claims it breached the FBI and stole sensitive information on current and former bureau employees, potentially exposing personnel to new security risks.To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com.Please remember to subscribe if you

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief:• Britain steps in to support Saudi Arabia as the Houthi fight intensifies, sending an RAF tanker to assist Saudi aircraft while Riyadh works to restore a critical oil pipeline damaged in a drone attack.• A Kremlin-backed financial network allegedly moved nearly $7 billion through major international banks using forged documents and front companies, exposing another weakness in Western efforts to isolate Russia financially.• U.S. intelligence says Russia is again targeting an American election with covert online influence campaigns and AI-generated content designed to

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:• Iran offers to reopen the Strait of Hormuz as commercial traffic through the vital waterway nearly collapses, while China may see an opportunity to use the crisis as leverage over Taiwan.• North Korea says its latest missile test involved a new hypersonic weapon, as Kim Jong Un showcases another system intended to challenge U.S. and allied missile defenses.To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com.Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief:• President Trump reportedly came within minutes of ordering U.S. strikes against Yemen’s Houthis before calling the operation off as the group continues its offensive toward the strategically vital Bab el-Mandeb Strait.• The U.S. Coast Guard is closely monitoring Chinese research vessels operating near Alaska, amid concerns their Arctic missions could provide Beijing with valuable military or intelligence information.• Vladimir Putin’s United Russia party strengthens its control of parliament after securing another dominant majority in Russia’s first parliamentary election since the invasion of Ukraine.•

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief:• China’s military purge reaches the highest levels of command as Xi Jinping removes two of the country’s most powerful generals, raising new questions about corruption, loyalty, and the readiness of the People’s Liberation Army.• Pakistan launches new airstrikes inside Afghanistan, claiming dozens of militants were killed as the Taliban government warns that a response is coming.To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com.Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief:• Houthi missiles and drones target Riyadh as Turkey signals it could help Saudi Arabia under a new defense pact, raising the risk that the conflict could expand into a broader regional war.• Ukraine launches its largest drone attack yet on Moscow, bringing the war to the Russian capital as voters participate in the country’s parliamentary election.• President Trump announces an agreement to expand the U.S. military presence in Greenland while leaving the strategically important Arctic island under Danish sovereignty.• In today’s Back of

In this episode of The PDB Situation Report:• New reports suggest Russian and Chinese companies may be helping Iran improve its ability to target American forces across the Middle East. Open Source Intelligence Analyst Ryan McBeth joins us to break down what the reporting shows and what it could mean for U.S. troops in the region.• Russia heads into parliamentary elections this weekend as the war continues to strain the country, but voters will see virtually no meaningful opposition to Vladimir Putin’s ruling party. Konstantin Samoilov of Inside Russia joins us

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First—President Trump says he must soon decide whether to pursue diplomacy with Iran or potentially “annihilate” the regime. The warning comes as Tehran stages a massive show of defiance, and new attacks underscore the continuing danger in the Strait of Hormuz.Later in the show—a deadly suicide bombing hits Pakistan, raising fears of renewed fighting with neighboring Afghanistan.To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting PDBPremium.com.Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief:- Saudi Arabia is turning to China for help as its confrontation with the Iran-backed Houthis intensifies, with Riyadh also facing pressure on its missile-defense stockpiles. Beijing has privately urged Tehran to use its influence to rein in the Houthis following a Saudi appeal. - Russia’s wartime parliamentary election gets underway with parties supportive of President Vladimir Putin dominating the ballot and the leading antiwar party excluded from the vote. - The United States has removed Venezuela from its list of countries judged to have failed

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:• Iran’s effort to bypass the U.S. blockade is running into major problems, with thousands of trucks stranded at border crossings and the cost of moving goods into the country soaring.• A CNN investigation finds Russian satellites may have helped Iran improve its targeting before one of the most damaging strikes on American military assets during the Iran war.To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com.Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief:• The U.S. military opens fire on two Iranian boats after officials say they attempted to seize an American unmanned vessel, marking another direct confrontation between U.S. and Iranian forces.• A new report reveals how Chinese hackers-for-hire are using artificial intelligence to accelerate cyberespionage operations and help Beijing process stolen intelligence more efficiently.• The FBI says it disrupted a Russian intelligence plot to assassinate a prominent Kremlin dissident believed to be living in Washington.• In today’s Back of the Brief, Ukraine says its drone

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:• New details emerge about a secret U.S. meeting with Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthis, held as fighting between the militants and Saudi Arabia sharply escalates.• U.S. officials investigate cyberattacks targeting oil and LNG tankers bound for American ports, including whether Iran may be behind the attacks.To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com.Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President’s Daily Brief.YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybriefEthos: Protect your family with life insurance from Ethos.

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief:• Ukraine goes back on offense in northern Donetsk, launching a new push in one of the most heavily contested parts of the war.• The United States is urging Syria to consider sending forces into Lebanon to help disarm Hezbollah, but Damascus fears the move could drag it into the wider regional war.• NATO fighter jets shoot down a drone over Lithuania while a Russian warship fires flares near a Danish military helicopter in another tense encounter in the Baltic.• In today’s Back of

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief:• The United States makes a historic admission that it has weapons in orbit, with the Pentagon publicly revealing the capability as it seeks to send a message to China and Russia.• The Pentagon’s inspector general warns that Operation Epic Fury has depleted key U.S. munitions stocks, raising questions about how quickly the military can rebuild its arsenal for another major conflict.To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com.Please remember to subscribe if you

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief:• New reporting reveals a deep power struggle inside Iran, where hard-line security figures allegedly sabotaged a peace agreement with Washington by attacking commercial ships without the knowledge of President Masoud Pezeshkian or other senior leaders.• China’s top intelligence official warns that artificial intelligence could pose a direct threat to Communist Party rule, offering a rare glimpse at Beijing’s growing concerns over the technology.• NATO vows greater support for Ukraine after Russian drone strikes near the Polish border, including one that hit a rail

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief:• The Houthis are escalating again in the Red Sea, claiming a massive missile-and-drone attack on a major Saudi air base.• Russia is rapidly improving cheap drones into increasingly capable weapons, raising concerns that Ukraine and its Western backers are struggling to adapt fast enough.To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com.Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President’s Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybriefTrust & Will: Estate planning doesn't have to be

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief:• U.S. officials say Iran obtained high-resolution satellite imagery from Chinese entities before launching the July missile strike that killed three American troops at a U.S. base in Jordan, raising new questions about the outside support behind Tehran’s improving targeting.• Iran-backed Houthi forces seize a strategic island near the entrance to the Red Sea, increasing pressure on another critical shipping route for Middle Eastern oil.• A Russian drone strikes an evacuated Kyiv-Warsaw train near the Polish border on a rail line frequently used by

In this episode of The PDB Situation Report:• The Iran conflict enters a new phase of escalation, and Behnam Ben Taleblu of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies joins us to explain what the latest developments mean and where the fight could go next.• On the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, we examine reports that the Pentagon is considering a smaller U.S. military footprint in the Middle East once the war with Iran ends, with Steve Yates of the Heritage Foundation joining us to discuss the potential implications.To listen to

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief:• Labor unrest is spreading across Iran as truckers, taxi drivers and ride-share workers strike amid worsening fuel shortages and soaring costs.• Anthropic warns that advanced AI is already being misused for cyberattacks, weapons development and potentially dangerous biological research.To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com.Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President’s Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybriefMUD/WTR: Start your new morning ritual & get up to 43% off your @MUDWTR

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief:• Reuters reveals how Iran has used a billion-dollar barter-like system with China to turn sanctioned oil revenues into Chinese goods, including military equipment, while avoiding normal international banking channels.• British, Norwegian and American forces disrupted a secret Russian submarine operation reportedly aimed at threatening NATO’s undersea infrastructure.• Ukrainian drones are striking Russia from the Arctic to the Black Sea, targeting key gas infrastructure and hitting the resort city of Sochi.• The long-running U.S. criminal case against Huawei has finally reached trial, with federal

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:• New reporting shows Iran’s ballistic missile attack on a U.S.-used base in Jordan damaged American combat aircraft, raising fresh questions about the effectiveness and cost of defending against Tehran’s missile barrages.• Houthi forces are gaining ground along Yemen’s Red Sea coast, bringing the fighting closer to the Bab el-Mandeb Strait and increasing the threat to a critical global shipping route.To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com.Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief:• Iran is accelerating construction at its deeply buried Pickaxe Mountain nuclear complex near Natanz, while the United States is reportedly examining how it could strike one of Tehran’s most difficult underground targets.• A new report claims the UAE warned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu days before October 7 that Hamas was preparing a major attack, an account Netanyahu’s office denies.• North Korea has built another uranium-enrichment facility as inspectors warn that Pyongyang continues to expand the infrastructure supporting its nuclear weapons program.• U.S.

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:• The maritime confrontation between Washington and Tehran intensifies, with eight Iranian tankers destroyed or disabled since Saturday as civilian shipping is increasingly caught in the crossfire.• U.S. intelligence agencies accuse several major Chinese AI companies of systematically copying American models, raising new concerns about Beijing’s effort to close the technology gap with the United States.To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com.Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President’s

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief:• Yemen’s civil war is surging back into the headlines as Iran-backed Houthis strike four Saudi cities and Saudi-backed forces launch a major offensive aimed at retaking Sanaa.• U.S. military and intelligence officials are discussing whether America could maintain a smaller permanent footprint in the Middle East once the war with Iran ends.• Mahan Air, an Iranian airline accused of moving weapons, money and personnel for the Revolutionary Guard, is expanding despite years of U.S. sanctions.• The U.S. military says suspicious drone activity along

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:• The U.S. blockade is putting growing pressure on Iran’s economy as new shipping data suggests Tehran’s oil exports are being trapped and its remaining offshore stockpile is rapidly shrinking.• Russia resumes its assault on Kyiv immediately after U.S. peace negotiators leave the Ukrainian capital, killing three people and damaging buildings across the city.To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com.Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President’s Daily Brief.YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybriefStopBox:

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief:• New reporting reveals that U.S. Navy SEALs spent months conducting a covert mission to clear Iranian mines from the Strait of Hormuz as American and Iranian forces traded strikes above the waterway.• Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon kill 12 people as renewed fighting raises concerns about whether the ceasefire with Hezbollah can hold.• Haiti’s armed self-defense brigades were created to protect communities from violent gangs, but some are now accused of becoming part of the country’s growing security problem.• Russia closes Germany’s consulate

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:• New figures reveal the mounting economic toll of Ukraine’s long-range drone campaign, with strikes costing Russia billions and disrupting fuel supplies, air travel, and other key sectors.• Kim Jong Un unveils a new destroyer that he says will become part of North Korea’s nuclear response system as Pyongyang continues expanding its naval forces.To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com.Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President’s Daily Brief.YouTube:

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief:• The war with Iran escalates as Tehran fires ballistic missiles at two U.S. warships, prompting Washington to strike three Iranian oil tankers.• President Trump’s envoys head to Kyiv for another push to end the war in Ukraine following a three-hour meeting with Vladimir Putin.• Yemen’s Houthis move to capture territory near a strategic Red Sea strait, raising the prospect of consequences far beyond Yemen’s battlefield.• In today’s Back of the Brief, two luxury London penthouses overlooking Kensington Palace hit the market—and both are

Mike Baker joins Mike Slater for a wide-ranging conversation about why President Trump entered the conflict with Iran, what both sides are trying to achieve and whether negotiations can prevent America from becoming trapped in a prolonged war.

In this episode of The PDB Situation Report:• Attacks on oil tankers and dwindling traffic through the Strait of Hormuz are pushing crude prices toward $100 a barrel. Daniel Turner, Executive Director of Power The Future, joins us to discuss what comes next for global energy markets.• The United States and China are racing to build increasingly powerful artificial intelligence, raising new questions about whether Washington should pursue limits on the technology. Brendan Steinhauser joins us to make the case for negotiating an AI agreement with Beijing.To listen to the show

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First—Vladimir Putin is facing signs of growing public frustration at home as his approval ratings take a significant hit amid intensifying attacks from Kyiv. Could growing pressure finally change his calculations in Ukraine, or make him even more determined to find a victory he can sell back home?Later in the show—Israel says it has cleared Hezbollah fighters from a major underground stronghold in southern Lebanon, despite warnings from Iran against attacking the position. But the operation is also exposing just how far the two

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief:• America’s economic campaign against Iran is beginning to bite, driving the country’s oil shipments down 85 percent and leaving Tehran with only months of gasoline.• A gunfight between Ukraine’s rival intelligence services wounds three officers and exposes a dangerous power struggle inside Kyiv.• Pakistan says its security forces killed 15 militants attempting to cross from Afghanistan following a firefight that lasted more than a day.• Syria begins destroying the remnants of Bashar al-Assad’s clandestine chemical-weapons program.To listen to the show ad-free, become a

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:• The Pentagon extends American deployments around Iran into next year as the economic campaign produces growing strain inside Iranian households.• President Trump’s nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia creates a pathway that could eventually allow uranium enrichment inside the kingdom to reach nearly 20 percent.To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com.Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President’s Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybriefMOD: For a free consultation and get 10% off

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief:- The Trump administration launches its first strikes under a new “tanker for tanker” policy, placing Iran’s oil fleet directly at risk.- German authorities investigate two suspected sabotage attacks against the country’s electricity grid within 24 hours, raising concerns about a coordinated assault on critical infrastructure.-Ukraine warns international airlines that its expanding drone campaign is making Russian airspace increasingly dangerous for civilian aviation.- American authorities penetrate Hamas’s cryptocurrency network, seizing money, fundraising infrastructure and information about thousands of prospective donors.To listen to the show

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:Leaked documents reveal how Moscow is repaying Tehran for the drones Russia uses against Ukraine—by helping Iran master technology designed to put the U.S. Navy at greater risk.China is developing satellites capable of pursuing, capturing, and refueling other spacecraft as Washington prepares for the possibility of combat hundreds of miles above Earth.To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com.Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President’s Daily Brief.YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybriefTax Relief

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief:• The United States and Iran exchange another round of strikes, as Tehran launches missiles and drones and President Trump warns that something much larger could follow.• Germany formally accuses Russia of targeting a Ukrainian cargo plane with explosive-laden drones on German soil, prompting retaliation from Berlin.• Mexican cartels are increasingly using car bombs, explosive drones, and landmines as their fight against the country’s security forces grows more militarized.• In today’s Back of the Brief, Army Secretary Dan Driscoll resigns after clashing with Secretary

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:New reporting suggests Vladimir Putin fears that ending the war without victory could threaten both his grip on power and his personal safety, as signs grow that Moscow may be preparing to escalate.A new report says Chinese commercial ships may be doubling as intelligence-collection platforms, gathering military communications near the United States.To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com.Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President’s Daily Brief.YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybriefMOD: For

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief:- Top U.S. military leaders are warning against extended Iran deployments, arguing that the strain is beginning to spread across the force.- Russia and Iran join China and India at a major summit focused on challenging U.S. influence and strengthening ties among Washington’s rivals.- Israel secures a record $3.5 billion defense deal to help Greece build a major shield against missile and aerial threats.- Nearly a week after Nepal’s deadly flood, rescue crews are racing to reach hundreds of workers believed trapped inside mountain

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief:A month-long pause in U.S.–Iran fighting collapses as American forces strike inside Iran, Tehran fires missiles at U.S. positions and President Trump threatens another punishing response.Russia launches nearly 1,500 drones against Ukraine in four days, including hundreds of faster Iranian-designed weapons that are straining Kyiv’s air defenses as Moscow prepares an even larger assault.To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President’s Daily

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief:- U.S. economic pressure is beginning to hit Iran at home, as foreign trade contracts, oil exports dry up, and gasoline lines grow across Tehran—raising the stakes for a regime already facing deep economic strain.- The Trump administration takes its economic campaign against Iran to the G20, pressing major economies to choose between doing business with Tehran and retaining access to the American financial system.- President Trump confirms a sweeping agreement that will give the United States control over a major share of Venezuela’s

In this episode of The PDB Situation Report: Iran says a proposed agreement with Oman would divide control of the Strait of Hormuz and prevent American warships from passing through the critical waterway. Retired Rear Admiral Mark Montgomery joins us to assess the implications. Chinese technology is transforming Russia’s Iranian-designed Shahed drones into weapons increasingly resembling low-cost cruise missiles. Author Gordon G. Chang joins us to explain what Beijing’s involvement means. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First—President Trump says the battle for the Strait of Hormuz is essentially over, declaring, "that sucker is open." But while there's growing evidence Iran is losing its grip on the critical waterway, the reality on the ground is a little more complicated. Later in the show—the U.S. military takes another step into the future, using a high-energy laser to destroy three cartel-linked drones along the southern border. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief: Iran insists Mojtaba Khamenei remains in power, but nearly six months without a verified appearance is fueling questions about whether the supreme leader is alive—or involved in governing the country. Russia threatens to strike British military targets inside and outside Ukraine in retaliation for Kyiv’s use of long-range British missiles. The Trump administration designates the British sabotage group Palestine Action a global terrorist organization. A catastrophic glacier collapse unleashes deadly flooding across Nepal and Tibet, leaving at least 360 people dead and more

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: Kremlin insiders say Vladimir Putin is preparing to escalate the war in Ukraine, while growing concern inside Moscow turns to the possibility that the conflict could eventually cross the tactical nuclear threshold. A deadly car explosion kills a Russian military officer far from the front lines, adding to a disturbing pattern of attacks against figures connected to Moscow’s war effort. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief: Iran says a proposed agreement with Oman would divide control and revenue from the Strait of Hormuz while barring American warships from the strategic waterway. Chinese technology is helping Russia transform Iranian-designed Shahed drones into faster weapons increasingly similar to low-cost cruise missiles. Washington disrupts an alleged Chinese cyberespionage operation that targeted sensitive American agencies, including the Justice Department, NASA and the Federal Reserve. Switzerland considers stricter neutrality rules that could end peacetime cooperation with NATO and weaken Western sanctions against Russia. To

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: Iranian state television broadcasts a video discussing how Barron Trump could be killed, claiming the president’s son is under surveillance and that a $10 million bounty has been offered for his murder. President Trump sends a civil nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia to Congress, potentially unlocking billions in reactor deals while raising concerns about nuclear proliferation in the Middle East. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: The United States completes a months-long operation to clear the principal shipping lanes through the Strait of Hormuz, undermining Iran’s attempt to use the mines as leverage against Washington. Armenia moves toward abandoning Russia’s answer to NATO and applying for European Union membership, threatening another major setback for Moscow’s influence. The U.S.–Canada trade conflict escalates as Ottawa imposes retaliatory tariffs on $20 billion in American goods following the collapse of negotiations. In today’s Back of the Brief, CIA Director John Ratcliffe makes an

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: Russia crosses a dangerous new threshold in Ukraine, deploying a fully autonomous, AI-guided drone that selected its final target without human approval in an attack that killed three civilians. Despite continuing hostilities between the United States and Iran, Washington prepares to return diplomats to Middle Eastern embassies evacuated during the war—a sign the administration does not expect full-scale fighting to resume soon. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: • Washington launches a sweeping economic campaign against Iran, warning foreign governments and companies to choose between doing business with Tehran and retaining access to the American financial system. Iran responds by threatening to detain dozens of tankers in the Strait of Hormuz. • Ukraine expands its attacks on Russia’s consumer economy, striking warehouses belonging to Ozon, the country’s second-largest online retailer. • North Korea prepares for another possible troop deployment to Russia after already supplying Moscow with more than 15 million artillery

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: • New evidence suggests Vladimir Putin is quietly preparing Russia for another mass mobilization, with the Kremlin reportedly testing whether its military can receive, equip and deploy a massive wave of new soldiers. • The Iran war forces the United States to cancel a major amphibious exercise with South Korea, raising concerns about the strain on America’s military and its readiness to confront threats in Asia. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: A public split erupts inside Iran’s government as senior politicians call for an end to the war while security hardliners threaten to escalate the conflict. Somali pirates seize a suspected Iranian shadow-fleet tanker in the region’s second hijacking in four days, marking the largest surge in piracy there in more than a decade. Russia allegedly uses a notorious “double-tap” attack against a Ukrainian shopping center, killing civilians before striking again as rescuers arrive. In today’s Back of the Brief, Iranian hackers may be

In this episode of The PDB Situation Report: President Trump’s plan to crush Iran’s economy may put Washington on a collision course with China, Tehran’s largest remaining oil customer. Joshua Philipp joins us to discuss whether Beijing will cooperate with the economic campaign—or keep the Iranian regime alive. Russia pounds Kyiv with 168 drones and dozens of missiles, killing at least 16 people as Ukraine’s air defenses run dangerously short. John Hardie, deputy director of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies’ Russia Program, joins us with his analysis. To listen to

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: The Taliban marks five years back in power, but a growing armed resistance, renewed fighting with Pakistan and the persistent threat from ISIS are raising questions about how securely it controls Afghanistan. Federal agencies warn of an active cyber threat targeting the industrial computers that operate America’s water systems, power infrastructure and factories. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Iran’s leaders fear another popular uprising, and the return of Hossein Taeb—the notorious “Suppression Sheikh”—reveals how Tehran intends to expand surveillance and prevent another revolt. Russia pounds Kyiv with drones and cruise missiles, killing at least 16 people as Ukraine’s shortage of air-defense interceptors becomes increasingly lethal. Romanian F-16s destroy an explosive Russian sea drone after it reaches one of Europe’s most important new gas projects in the Black Sea. In today’s Back of the Brief, suspicious prediction-market bets may be revealing American

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: President Trump opens a new front against Iran, declaring “Economic D-Day” and threatening severe consequences for any country, bank or business that helps keep Tehran’s economy alive. North Korea answers President Trump’s diplomatic overtures with a barrage of ten ballistic missiles, days after Washington scaled back military exercises with South Korea. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief.

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Russia is reportedly sending Iran drone components, ammunition and explosives through a protected Caspian Sea supply route, helping Tehran rebuild what American and Israeli airstrikes destroyed. China completes the first phase of a nearly four-mile-long artificial island that analysts believe could eventually become its largest military base in the South China Sea. Fuel rationing returns to Moscow as Ukrainian drone attacks disrupt Russian refineries and force gas stations to limit purchases. In today’s Back of the Brief, the United Arab Emirates suspends all

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Russia is reportedly sending Iran drone components, ammunition and explosives through a protected Caspian Sea supply route, helping Tehran rebuild what American and Israeli airstrikes destroyed. China completes the first phase of a nearly four-mile-long artificial island that analysts believe could eventually become its largest military base in the South China Sea. Fuel rationing returns to Moscow as Ukrainian drone attacks disrupt Russian refineries and force gas stations to limit purchases. In today’s Back of the Brief, the United Arab Emirates suspends all

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: • First—Russia fires a prominent state economist after he warns Moscow cannot win its war of attrition against Ukraine and could face a sudden social crisis as the costs continue mounting. • Later—Iran fires ballistic missiles toward the United Arab Emirates just hours after its diplomatic window with Washington expires. • Plus—the Pentagon awards Raytheon a massive seven-year contract to replenish America’s depleted Tomahawk missile stockpile and dramatically expand production. • In today’s Back of the Brief—a German court convicts a Ukrainian man

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: Israel bombs a Syrian airbase near the Turkish border, raising fears that its campaign to prevent Syria’s military revival could ignite a dangerous confrontation with Turkey. The Pentagon orders 30 American universities to investigate whether their foreign partnerships exposed sensitive research—or risk losing future federal funding. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief QUO: Make this

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Iran declares that it is moving to a “fully offensive” posture and threatens a military operation to break President Trump’s naval blockade. Behind Tehran’s aggressive rhetoric, however, the regime is reportedly confronting a deepening economic crisis and growing fears of another nationwide uprising. Russia builds a network of secret drone bases capable of launching its latest long-range attack drones deep into NATO territory. Jared Kushner concludes two days of high-stakes negotiations with Israeli and Hamas leaders, but the two sides remain deadlocked over

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: • New intelligence reveals the alarming scope of Iran’s plan to widen the war across the Middle East—including coordinated proxy attacks, threats against Gulf energy facilities, sabotage operations, and possible incursions into neighboring countries. • President Trump scales back major US-South Korean military exercises, giving Kim Jong Un a concession North Korea has demanded for years without securing anything in return. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: The Trump administration reportedly bypassed Iran’s official negotiators and opened a secret backchannel directly to the Revolutionary Guard. We reveal who carried Washington’s messages—and what the operation exposed about who truly controls Tehran. Ukraine strikes the Russian rocket center connected to Moscow’s developing alternative to Starlink, attempting to cripple the network before it becomes fully operational. China launches a new Arctic shipping route to Europe, using Russia’s northern coastline to bypass increasingly dangerous maritime chokepoints. In today’s Back of the Brief: Iran claims

In this episode of The PDB Situation Report: First up—President Trump is turning back to economic pressure on Iran, betting that a sustained naval blockade and financial squeeze can force Tehran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Former deputy national security advisor Victoria Coates joins us with analysis. Later in the show—an international military presence could soon be deployed to southern Lebanon to help verify Hezbollah’s disarmament. David Daoud, senior fellow at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, joins us to break down the proposal and what it could mean for

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: A NATO fighter shoots down an unidentified drone over Latvia as Ukraine launches one of its largest attacks inside Russia, raising new concerns that the drone war is spilling across alliance borders. New reporting reveals U.S. intelligence could not verify the alleged Iranian missile plot that prompted President Trump’s dramatic catering-truck escape from Turkey. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: • First up—Secretary of War Pete Hegseth says the United States can maintain its naval blockade of Iran indefinitely, signaling that Washington may be preparing for a prolonged economic war of endurance with Tehran. • Later in the show—Taiwan holds massive invasion drills as tensions with China rise, testing everything from civilian air-raid responses to the coast guard’s role in stopping an amphibious assault. • Plus—Russia pounds Ukraine’s largest grain-export port on the Danube as President Zelenskiy warns Kyiv still needs more Patriot

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan build a NATO-style military alliance that could create a dangerous pathway for a regional war to become a global conflict. The Trump administration considers joint strikes against armed groups inside Colombia, potentially opening a new front in America’s expanding war against the cartels. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Trust

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: The U.S. Army goes head-to-head with Ukraine’s battle-hardened drone warriors in a major war game—and suffers a crushing defeat that exposes a dangerous weakness in America’s preparations for modern combat. Vladimir Putin threatens to seize European vessels if Western governments continue targeting Russia’s shadow fleet, raising the risk of a direct maritime confrontation. Foreign troops could soon enter Lebanon to verify Hezbollah’s disarmament under a developing plan backed by Israel and Beirut. American fuel pours into Cuba’s emerging private market, where gasoline has

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Ukraine reportedly destroys the air defenses protecting Vladimir Putin’s lavish Black Sea palace before launching a massive attack on Russia’s last major naval stronghold in the region. China-linked hackers reportedly deploy autonomous AI agents against Taiwanese government systems in a first-of-its-kind cyberattack that may signal a dangerous new phase in cyberwarfare. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief.

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: President Trump changes course on Iran, stepping back from additional military strikes and betting that sanctions, a naval blockade and Tehran’s worsening economic crisis can finally force the regime to give in. Four people are killed after Houthi militants reportedly strike a ship carrying food supplies through the Red Sea near the strategically vital Bab al-Mandab Strait. A Syrian court sentences ousted dictator Bashar al-Assad to death in absentia for killings, torture and arbitrary arrests committed during the country’s civil war. In today’s

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: New reporting reveals how President Trump was hidden inside an airport catering truck and transferred to a secret military aircraft as Air Force One served as a decoy amid a credible Iranian assassination threat. Two former Chinese soldiers are arrested in South Korea, accused of intercepting communications involving U.S. and South Korean fighter jets and collecting information about American weapons movements. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief: First—NATO's eastern members are quietly preparing for what they fear could be Russia's next move. Intelligence shared with Reuters suggests the Kremlin may be considering a false flag attack designed not simply to damage critical infrastructure, but to sow confusion and division inside the NATO alliance. Later in the show—Ukraine finally gets an answer from tech billionaire Elon Musk on whether it can use Starlink to help strike Russian targets, and President Trump agrees to keep Patriot missiles flowing to Kyiv, but there

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: A major leadership shakeup in Tehran elevates Mohsen Rezaei, a veteran Revolutionary Guard commander, as Iran approaches critical decisions over the Strait of Hormuz and the future of the war. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejects President Trump’s latest Gaza peace plan, insisting Israeli forces will not withdraw until Hamas is fully disarmed. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Iran unveils a sweeping list of demands for reopening the Strait of Hormuz—conditions so maximalist that the Trump administration is almost certain to reject them. Iran-backed Houthi militants attack a major Saudi refinery just days after Riyadh signs a new defense pact with Turkey and Pakistan. The Pentagon orders defense contractors to accelerate weapons production as the war with Iran depletes America’s supply of critical munitions. Israel confirms the existence of a secret mission to hunt down every terrorist who participated in the