Antiwar News With Dave DeCamp 12/11/25: US Forces Seize Oil Tanker Near Venezuela, Palantir Helped Israel's Pager Attack, and More
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Dec 11, 2025 U.S. forces seized a Venezuelan oil tanker, raising tensions in the region. A poll reveals widespread opposition to these extrajudicial actions, especially among Democrats. The Pentagon faces scrutiny over its handling of survivors from boat strikes. In Gaza, a tragic incident involving a teenager sparks outrage amid worsening humanitarian conditions. Palantir's involvement in Israel's military tactics comes under fire, while Israel's actions against UN peacekeepers raise alarms. New settlement approvals in the West Bank further complicate prospects for peace.
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U.S. Boarding Marks Major Escalation
- The U.S. seized a large tanker off Venezuela with Coast Guard, Marines and Special Ops, marking a major escalation.
- Dave DeCamp calls the action piracy and warns it heightens risk of war with Venezuela.
Americans Largely Oppose Boat Strikes
- A Reuters-Ipsos poll shows broad opposition to U.S. strikes on boats near Venezuela, including many Democrats and some Republicans.
- DeCamp highlights public unease about extrajudicial killings without court authorization.
Policy To Keep Survivors Out Of U.S. Courts
- Pentagon discussed sending survivors of boat strikes to third countries to avoid U.S. courts and scrutiny.
- DeCamp says this reveals an intent to evade legal accountability for extrajudicial operations.
