Antiwar News With Dave DeCamp 9/4/25: Hegseth Won't Rule Out Regime Change in Venezuela, Construction at Israel's Nuke Site, and More
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Sep 4, 2025 The discussion kicks off with insights on potential U.S. military interventions, particularly regarding Venezuela. A critical look at nuclear hypocrisy reveals tensions around U.S. policies on Iran and Israel. In Gaza, the dire humanitarian crisis and rising casualties highlight the complexities of the ongoing conflict. Shifting to Europe, the talk covers U.S. military commitments in Poland post-Russian invasion, including discussions on establishing a permanent base. The episode wraps up with a focus on the Ukraine conflict and urgent calls for support for antiwar initiatives.
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Venezuela Strike Raises Regime-Change Alarm
- Pete Hegseth did not rule out military regime change in Venezuela and framed strikes as ongoing operations.
- Cato's Brandon P. Buck warned such strikes blur the war on drugs with broader military escalation risks.
Construction Observed At Dimona Nuclear Site
- Satellite imagery shows construction at Israel's Dimona nuclear site, suggesting reactor work or expanded capabilities.
- Observers warn this could sustain or increase Israel's plutonium and tritium production for warheads.
U.S. Signals On Annexation Empower Settler Plans
- U.S. officials signaled they would not oppose formal West Bank annexation and back settlement expansion.
- Israeli plans aim for 'maximum territory and minimum Arab population,' risking fragmentation of Palestinian areas.