The President's Daily Brief

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:

New Israeli intelligence suggests Iran has moved key parts of its nuclear program into the heavily fortified Pickaxe Mountain complex, raising concerns that Tehran is shifting critical nuclear assets into a site designed to withstand future airstrikes. We explain why the underground fortress could become America's next military target.

The State Department is warning that Cuba-linked groups are reportedly preparing coordinated nationwide actions targeting U.S. military bases, ICE facilities, and other federal sites if tensions between Washington and Havana continue to escalate.

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In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:

Ukraine appears to have found a new pressure point inside Russia. We examine why Kyiv is now targeting Russia's largest commercial logistics companies—and how disrupting the country's supply network could become the next phase of the drone war.

Yemen's Houthis are expanding the fight. We'll explain why the group's newly announced naval blockade targeting Saudi Arabia and the Bab el-Mandeb Strait could threaten global shipping and energy markets.

A U.S.-brokered plan enters a critical new phase in southern Lebanon as Israeli troops begin withdrawing from parts of the country and Lebanese forces move into areas long held by Israel.

In today's Back of the Brief: Hamas has chosen a new leader. We introduce you to Khalil al-Hayya and examine what his leadership could mean for the future of the terrorist organization and the conflict with Israel.

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Iran's government is facing a growing internal revolt as hardliners accuse President Masoud Pezeshkian of betraying the Islamic Republic, fueling fears that Tehran's own political infighting could derail any hopes for a lasting ceasefire with the United States.

Taiwan is sounding the alarm after a sharp increase in Chinese coast guard and research vessels operating around the island, raising new concerns that Beijing may be expanding its pressure campaign into the Pacific.

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In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:

First up— two U.S. servicemembers are killed in an Iranian missile strike on an American base in Jordan. We'll explain why the attack may mark a major turning point in the conflict, as new reports indicate the Trump administration is preparing for a dramatic expansion of military operations against Tehran.

Later in the show— Russia and Ukraine continue exchanging punishing attacks as Moscow launches another wave of deadly strikes, underscoring the grinding intensity of the war.

Plus— Turkey is reportedly considering giving up its Russian-made S-400 air defense system in hopes of convincing Washington to allow Ankara back into the F-35 fighter jet program.

And in today's Back of the Brief— New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani says he's still deciding whether he would seek the arrest of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu if he visits the United Nations General Assembly this September.

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In this episode of The PDB Situation Report:

Former U.S. Air Force fighter pilot Ryan Bodenheimer joins us to analyze America's renewed air campaign against Iran, as U.S. aircraft strike the islands and coastal defenses Tehran relies on to threaten shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

Later, as Russia's military position continues to worsen, renewed concerns are emerging that Vladimir Putin could consider the use of tactical nuclear weapons in Ukraine. Author and geopolitical analyst Gordon Chang joins us to discuss the risks, the signals coming out of Moscow, and what the West should be watching.

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