5 chapters across the catalog
The Trump administration waived a ban on older cluster bombs, a move criticized by human rights groups due to the weapons' tendency to leave unexploded "bomblets" that kill civilians. In Yemen, former President Ali Abdullah Saleh was killed by Houthi rebels, potentially escalating the civil war. In Ukraine, former Georgian President Mikheil Saakashvili was briefly arrested before being freed by supporters.
Cluster Bomb Hypocrisy, US vs. Russia in Syria and Yemen
Secretary of State John Kerry has condemned Russia's use of cluster bombs in Syria, yet the U.S. continues to support the Saudi-led coalition's use of U.S.-manufactured cluster bombs in Yemen. Amnesty International has provided evidence of these weapons being used in civilian areas in Sana'a. The hosts highlight the diplomatic inconsistency regarding international war crime standards.
Radicalization Rhetoric, Lone Wolf Threats and Cyber Attacks
Congressman Dutch Ruppersberger emphasizes the threat of "lone wolf" terrorists radicalized online, specifically those originating from Yemen. He claims Al-Qaeda is researching plastic bombs to bypass airport security. The discussion shifts to the severity of cyber attacks, which Ruppersberger links to national security and economic stability.
Yemen Missile Strike, Cluster Bombs and David Petraeus
A report on the December 2009 missile strike in Yemen reveals that the U.S. used cluster bombs on a Bedouin village, killing 46 people, including 14 women and 21 children. WikiLeaks cables showed that General David Petraeus conspired with the Yemeni government to have them take responsibility for the American strike.
The Associated Press admitted to knowing about a foiled underwear bomb plot involving a double agent a week before reporting it, allegedly at the request of government officials. This delay is framed as a coordinated effort to manage the rollout of new airport security technology and distract from TSA inefficiencies.
