The US military targets 5 more alleged drug boats, killing 8 of the people on board them amid heightened tensions with Venezuela.

America’s foster care system incentivizes child removal over prevention, traumatizes families, harms youth long-term, and shifts instability into healthcare, housing, education, and justice systems nationwide.

Trump has expanded the US travel ban from 19 to 39 countries, targeting African, Muslim and Palestinian travelers, barring millions, separating families, and drawing condemnation.

Ukraine’s abandonment of NATO aspirations after years of war with Russia reflects Western retreat, US strategic realignment, European weakness, and a familiar pattern of using and discarding allies.

Iran’s Foreign Ministry has issued a strongly worded statement condemning the United States’ threats to unilaterally impose a maritime blockade on Venezuela.

This episode explores the future trajectory of US foreign policy under the Trump administration and its impact on both regional stability and international relations.

Trump has barred South Africa from the 2026 G20 summit, citing debunked “white genocide” claims, escalating tensions tied to Pretoria’s ICJ genocide case against Israel and broader diplomatic rifts.