Antiwar News With Dave DeCamp 12/22/25: Netanyahu To Ask Trump for Another Iran War, US 'Pursuing' Third Tanker Near Venezuela, and More
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Dec 22, 2025 Tensions escalate as Netanyahu seeks U.S. support for action against Iran, sparking strategic concerns. U.S. airstrikes in Syria raise questions about civilian casualties. In the West Bank, raids result in tragic losses, while Gaza faces a rising death toll and stalled relief efforts. The U.S. actively pursues tankers near Venezuela amidst legal complexities. Meanwhile, Israeli drone strikes in southern Lebanon signal growing instability, as regional tensions escalate and the potential for a broader conflict looms.
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Israel Seeking U.S. Backing For New Iran Attack
- Dave DeCamp warns Netanyahu will press Trump for U.S. backing of another strike on Iran, citing missile concerns and a prepared intelligence dossier.
- He argues Israel seeks absolute regional dominance, making another round likely unless the U.S. refuses to cooperate.
U.S. Role Was Co-Belligerent In June War
- DeCamp emphasizes the U.S. was a co-belligerent during the 12-day war, providing refueling, interception help, and likely intelligence support.
- He notes Israel needs sustained U.S. involvement to carry out a prolonged campaign against Iran.
Airstrikes In Syria May Misattribute Attackers
- DeCamp reports U.S. airstrikes in Syria killed at least five people, claimed as targeting ISIS cells after American deaths in Palmyra.
- He highlights discrepancies: the attackers may have been an insider in Syrian security, not clearly ISIS.