Antiwar News With Dave DeCamp 1/13/26: US Airstrikes Against Iran 'On the Table,' IDF Destroys 2,500 Gaza Buildings Since 'Truce,' and More
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Jan 13, 2026 Tensions rise as U.S. airstrikes against Iran remain a looming possibility amid protests and Trump's tariff threats. Meanwhile, the IDF has demolished over 2,500 buildings in Gaza since the ceasefire, raising concerns about civilian casualties and children's suffering in the cold. The Pentagon faces scrutiny over using a disguised aircraft in a deadly strike, while recent escalation in Somalia marks record airstrike numbers. Amid geopolitical chess games, Greenland firmly rejects Trump's controversial defense claims.
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Host Shares Personal Scheduling Note
- Dave DeCamp opened by apologizing for skipping the previous day's show due to illness and family reasons.
- He mentioned his partner is near term with a baby and he may miss episodes unpredictably.
U.S. Airstrikes Remain A Flexible Option
- The White House said U.S. airstrikes against Iran are "on the table" amid protests and Trump’s shifting pretexts for intervention.
- Dave DeCamp argues diplomacy is nominal and U.S. threats keep evolving from nukes to missiles to protests.
Protests May Include Coordinated Attacks
- Reports show over 100 Iranian security personnel killed, suggesting coordinated attacks against forces amid protests.
- Dave DeCamp notes this complicates the narrative of solely peaceful protesters being killed by authorities.