Antiwar News With Dave DeCamp 10/7/25: Trump Ends Diplomacy With Venezuela's Maduro, Israel and Hamas Start Negotiations in Egypt, and More
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Oct 7, 2025 Trump's abrupt halt to diplomacy with Venezuela signals a shift towards escalating military strategies, raising concerns of potential conflict. Meanwhile, indirect negotiations between Israel and Hamas unfold in Egypt, amidst ongoing violence. The podcast also highlights an Israeli campaign targeting American Christians and polling showing Democratic support for sanctions on Israel. Clashes in Syria and airstrikes in Somalia add to the turbulent geopolitical landscape, showcasing the complexities of U.S. foreign policy.
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Diplomacy Ended, Military Pressure Rises
- Trump halted diplomatic outreach to Venezuela, increasing the likelihood of military escalation and regime-change pressure.
- Dave DeCamp warns that administration hawks like Marco Rubio push this as a neocon-driven campaign masked as a drug crackdown.
U.S. Planners Think They Can Seize Venezuelan Targets
- DeCamp recounts reports of U.S. planners believing forces can seize Venezuelan ports and airfields from Puerto Rico.
- He notes Maduro claims a militia of over 4 million ready to fight if invasion occurs.
Fishermen Fear For Lives After Strikes
- AP reporting from Trinidad and Tobago shows local fishermen afraid to go to sea because of nearby U.S. strikes.
- DeCamp highlights how strikes threaten livelihoods and create fear in coastal communities near Venezuela.