Antiwar News With Dave DeCamp 12/29/25: US Bombs Nigeria and Somalia on Christmas, Trump: Ukraine Territorial Issues Not Settled, and More
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Dec 29, 2025 The podcast explores recent U.S. airstrikes in Somalia during Christmas, marking a significant increase in military action. It discusses Israel's recognition of Somaliland and its geopolitical implications. In Nigeria, U.S. Tomahawk strikes raise local concerns, prompting condemnation from a Catholic bishop. Attention is turned to Gaza, highlighting casualties and the challenges of aid access amid a winter storm. The show also touches on Trump-Zelensky discussions over territorial disputes and ongoing tensions in Lebanon and Yemen.
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Unprecedented Somalia Bombing Campaign
- Dave DeCamp reports a record-shattering U.S. air campaign in Somalia with at least 127 strikes in 2025.
- He notes this exceeds combined totals under Bush, Obama, and Biden and receives almost no media attention.
Israel Recognizes Somaliland
- Israel formally recognized Somaliland, a breakaway region of Somalia, raising regional tensions and protests.
- DeCamp highlights potential Israeli strategic interests like port access and mineral resources near Yemen.
Missiles Fell Short In Nigerian Villages
- Dave DeCamp recounts U.S. Tomahawk strikes launched from a warship that landed in Nigerian villages far from intended targets.
- He describes damaged homes, local fear, and Nigerian officials saying missiles fell short of Sokoto targets.