

“Start of a LONG War!” ‘Daddy’ Trump at NATO After Israel-Iran Ceasefire
11 snips Jun 25, 2025
David Frum, a former speechwriter for George W. Bush and staff writer at The Atlantic, joins Doron Spielman, ex-IDF spokesman, and Haaretz journalist Gideon Levy to unpack the recent ceasefire in the Israel-Iran conflict. Trita Parsi provides insights on Iran's political landscape amidst rising tensions and military actions. They analyze NATO's increased defense spending in response to geopolitical pressures, question the effectiveness of U.S. military strategies, and grapple with the complex humanitarian crises in Gaza, highlighting the moral dilemmas involved.
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Trump's NATO Defense Spending Win
- Donald Trump pressured NATO members to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP over the next decade.
- This agreement was hailed as a major success, boosting US and European security collaboration.
Gaza Food Line Killings Controversy
- There have been many killings of Palestinians queuing for food in Gaza, with unclear responsibility.
- Israeli military claims warnings shots were fired, but independent verification is hindered by journalists' restricted access.
Daily Killings in Gaza
- There is a daily massacre in Gaza with Israeli soldiers actively killing Palestinians.
- Israeli government has aimed to kill as many Palestinians as possible in recent operations.