The President's Daily Brief PDB Afternoon Bulletin | April 7th, 2025: Revealed: How A Reporter Was Added To Yemen War Chat On Signal & Iran-Backed Militias Back Down
Apr 7, 2025
A journalist's addition to a sensitive Signal chat about U.S. military strategy in Yemen stems from a mix-up, raising eyebrows about security protocols. Meanwhile, Iranian-backed militias in Iraq show hints of willingness to disarm as they adapt to U.S. pressures, indicating shifting alliances. This situation unfolds amidst the tensions of the Middle East, where Iraq navigates complex relationships between the U.S. and Iran, all while a fitness initiative calls for listener engagement. Intriguing dynamics are at play!
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Accidental Signal Inclusion
- Jeffrey Goldberg was accidentally added to a Signal group chat about Yemen war plans due to a contact mix-up.
- Trump was reportedly more upset that Goldberg's contact was in Waltz's phone than the security breach itself.
Militia Disarmament
- Iranian-backed militias in Iraq signal willingness to disarm to avoid conflict with the Trump administration.
- This potential shift in power dynamics comes as Iran's influence wanes in the region.