Daniel Davis Deep Dive

Col Doug Macgregor: Europe No Longer at Peace w/RussiaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

 Pentagon Doubling Missile Production /Lt Col Daniel DavisSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

BREAKING: Trump Netanyahu 21-Point Peace PlanSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Deep Dive Intel Briefing: What We Learned This Week 9/27/2025See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

TRUMP Thinks He Has a Deal on Gaza/ Netanyahu Fiery UN Speech - Lt Col Daniel DavisSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Job Netanyahu Says He's Finishing! /Lt Col Daniel Davis & Scott HortonSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Netanyahu speech UN General Assembly 9/26/2025See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

"Bodyguard of Lies" NEW Documentary /Matthew Hoh & Lt Col Daniel DavisSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

NOTHING is STOPPING RUSSIA /Lt Col Daniel Davis & Larry JohnsonSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Who's at WAR w/RUSSIA Now? /Lt Col Daniel Davis & Col Jacques BaudSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John Mearsheimer: TRUMP Washing His Hands of Ukraine Russia WARSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Underestimating Russia: Huge Mistake NATO is Making /Lt Col Daniel Davis & fmr Diplomat Ian ProudSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Col Doug Macgregor: Trump Using Biden's Playbook in UkraineSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

BREAKING: TRUMP REVERSAL! Ukraine Can Win Back Territory from RussiaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Gaza Talking Points COLLAPSING /Lt Col Daniel Davis & Patrick HenningsenSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

UKRAINE Now Losing the DRONE WAR /Lt Col Daniel DavisSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Trump Going Back to Afghanistan /Lt Col Daniel DavisSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Charlie Kirk & Free Speech: Are We Going Too Far in Silencing Dissent? /Lt Col Daniel DavisSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Zelensky Believes Ukraine's Defeating Russia /Lt Col Daniel DavisSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ukraine Generals: IN THEIR OWN WORDS /Lt Col Daniel DavisSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Charlie Kirk Shooting, Ukraine Russia War Update /Lt Col Daniel Davis & Larry JohnsonSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ukraine Russia: Neither Side Can BACK DOWN! /Patrik Baab & Lt Col Daniel DavisSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

President Trump’s Ukraine envoy, Keith Kellogg, gave a major speech in Kyiv claiming Russia is losing the war in Ukraine. He argued that if Russia were truly winning, they would already control Kyiv, Odessa, and the Dnipro River. Instead, Russia is advancing only “meters, not miles,” while suffering catastrophic losses — Kellogg claimed over 1 million Russian dead and wounded, likening the scale to World War II. He compared this to past wars, noting that the U.S. left Vietnam after 68,000 deaths and the Soviets left Afghanistan after 12,000, suggesting Russia will eventually grow tired and withdraw too.Critics of Kellogg’s remarks point out several problems:His casualty claim of 1.5 million Russians is unverified and likely exaggerated.His analogy ignores that for Russia, Ukraine is an existential, borderland war, not a distant intervention like Vietnam or Afghanistan.Russia’s public support for the war remains strong, with Putin’s approval still high, making a voluntary withdrawal unlikely.He also downplayed Ukrainian casualties and the long-term sustainability of a war of attrition, which may favor Russia due to its larger population and resources.When asked if Ukraine might suffer the same fate as South Vietnam — collapsing after a negotiated peace — Kellogg dismissed the concern. He insisted Ukraine will survive because of its people’s resilience, citing a viral video of Ukrainians singing their anthem in a subway during an air raid as proof of national spirit.Overall, Kellogg’s optimistic message — that Russia is losing and Ukraine is secure — is seen as politically reassuring but strategically questionable, given Russia’s determination and capacity to continue fighting.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

U.S. Foreign Policy: Bad Under Biden, Worse with Trump /Lt Col Daniel Davis & Chas FreemanSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Danny argues many countries (India, Hungary, Slovakia, etc.) have already said they won’t stop buying Russian oil because they lack viable, affordable alternatives; existing discounts and earlier tariffs haven’t changed that.Increasing tariffs or adding another 10–50% tariff is unlikely to alter their behavior and would instead inflict real economic pain on those countries and on Europe.Trump accuses NATO of not being “100%” committed, blames allies for weakening bargaining power, and frames himself as the authority who can end the war if NATO follows his demands.His proposed package — Europe stopping Russian oil purchases plus imposing very large (50–100%) tariffs on China, and harsher measures on India/Brazil — would simultaneously raise Europe’s energy costs and risk pushing China and other countries closer to BRICS/decoupling from the West.The commentator calls this paternalistic (“daddy”) language, says it misunderstands allies’ incentives and global economic strategy, and insists these measures won’t quickly end the war but could instead damage Western economies and geopolitical position.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sen Lindsey Graham claims that in 2025 Russia has invaded Ukraine and allegedly taken ~19,546 Ukrainian children to Russia; some teenagers are being trained to fight for Russia.Urgent moral call: make this practice unacceptable and take action to get the children returned.Notes a US push (Lindsey Graham mentioned) to add Russia to the U.S. list of “state sponsors of terrorism” and to legislate new tools/sanctions to pressure Russia.Guest (Patrick) strongly rejects that approach and labels Graham’s rhetoric “a raving lunatic” move — argues it’s a political stunt and counterproductive.Contesting the numbers/claims: guest says the large abduction narrative has been “thoroughly debunked” and traces it to one academic report (from Yale) produced in absentia; claims much of the evidence is derivative and politicized.Offers alternative account: many children were separated by war, came from group homes/orphanages, or were moved across the border with options offered (exfiltration/safe haven, or camp-like placements) — not necessarily mass kidnapping for militarization.Mentions independent journalism (e.g., Grey Zone) that reportedly investigated and found the “camps” to be benign (music classes, holiday-camp style).Places the proposal to designate Russia as a terror state in a pattern of Washington hoping sanctions/labels will eventually “break” adversaries — speaker thinks that strategy hasn’t worked and is unlikely to work against Russia.Compares the situation to past Western campaigns (Syria) and explains why those cases differ — Syria’s breakdown involved many external actors and conditions that don’t map neatly onto Russia.Argues that long-term sanctions and pressure have mixed results, and warns Washington’s repeated reliance on these playbooks (and hopes for a repeat of Cold War-style outcomes) is misguided.Closing note: skepticism about the effectiveness and motives of U.S. policymakers pushing tougher labels and sanctions; the guest views the kidnapping narrative and resulting legal/political moves as politicized and unreliable.One-line takeaway: the clip contrasts a raw moral alarm over children taken in the war with a guest’s counter-argument that the scale and nature of those claims are politicized and that labeling Russia a “state sponsor of terror” is both dubious and unlikely to achieve useful results.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A suspect in the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk was identified Friday as Utah man Tyler Robinson, whose family identified him after law enforcement released surveillance footage of a suspected gunman as part of a dayslong manhunt.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John Mearsheimer: Ukraine Army Indicators Tell a Very Grim StorySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Russian Drones Shot Down by Poland /False Flag Operation?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Russian Drones Shot Down by Poland / Lt Col Daniel DavisSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

BREAKING: Israel Attacks HAMAS Leadership in Qatar's Doha /Lt Col Daniel DavisSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ukrainian Propaganda: Western Media Happy to Comply /Lt Col Daniel Davis & Andrei MartyanovSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Putin Bombs Away, Europe & Ukraine Refuse to Face Facts /Lt Col Daniel DavisSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Col Doug Macgregor Ukraine Russia War: Trump's CatastropheSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Epstein Files & Trump's War Department /Lt Col Daniel DavisSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Proof Positive: the Russia/Ukraine War WILL Continue Ukraine WILL Lose.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

NEW WAR on DRUG CARTELS: Just begun in the Caribbean Sea /Lt Col Daniel Davis & Steve JermySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

 Col Doug Macgregor: 'Coalition of the Willing' Strikes AgainSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Trump Attacks Venezuelan Drug Cartel Boat /See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Donald Trump posted on Truth Social during China’s World War II anniversary parade, first praising U.S. sacrifices in China’s victory, then oddly sending regards to Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong-un before signing off with “as you conspire against the United States.” His contradictory tone raised questions.Analyst Jennifer Kavanagh noted that while U.S. officials often frame China, Russia, North Korea, and Iran as an “axis” against America, there’s little evidence of deep coordination. Still, events like the Beijing parade, where leaders like Xi, Putin, and Kim appeared together, contrast with recent U.S.-European meetings and highlight shifting global power balances.She argued U.S. foreign policy—sanctions and efforts to isolate rivals—actually pushes these countries closer. Despite claims of isolation, Putin appears well-connected internationally. Kavanagh suggested the U.S. should shift from punitive approaches toward normalization and coexistence: ending the Ukraine war, reopening talks with adversaries, and easing pressure on countries like India.Putin also emphasized that major states such as China and India cannot afford to look weak under U.S. pressure due to domestic political realities. India, for example, resists Trump’s tariff threats and maintains close ties with Russia, even deepening them. This reflects the broader erosion of U.S. “unipolar” dominance, as more countries have alternatives and are less willing to yield to Washington.👉 Overall: Trump’s post captured anxieties about a perceived anti-U.S. bloc, but the deeper issue is U.S. policies that inadvertently encourage cooperation among its rivals, while global power is shifting toward multipolarity.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Putin: Russia Will Win by Negotiations or by FORCE /Larry Johnson The discussion frames the U.S. as losing its role as the “indispensable nation” while a new world order is taking shape, led by Russia, China, and other eastern powers. Putin projects growing confidence, stressing that Russia will achieve its goals either through negotiation or battlefield success, in contrast to Western leaders’ bluster. Recent BRICS and SCO meetings, along with China’s military parade, highlight deepening cooperation among Russia, China, and India—three of the world’s top economies—with strong growth and lower debt ratios compared to the U.S. Analysts note that Western attempts to split Russia and China have backfired, leading to closer economic, political, and military ties. Russia is now redirecting energy resources eastward, especially toward China via new pipelines, signaling a long-term shift away from Europe. Despite sanctions, some Western countries still import Russian goods, underscoring the gap between rhetoric and reality.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

President Trump ordered U.S. warships, destroyers, and even Marine amphibious groups to the coast of Venezuela, officially to stop drug trafficking from Nicolás Maduro’s regime. The administration portrays Maduro not as a legitimate leader but as a “narco-terrorist” and fugitive indicted for drug trafficking.Critics question why Venezuela is being singled out when drug flows come from many countries. The move looks like more than “gunboat diplomacy” because it comes after the U.S. placed a $50 million bounty on Maduro and previously tried (unsuccessfully) to back opposition leader Juan Guaidó. Some analysts compare this to the U.S. pursuit of Manuel Noriega in Panama.Skeptics argue that targeting one country won’t stop the drug trade since cartels shift operations across borders, and that the U.S. ignores the demand side of the problem—domestic drug use. They also note a possible ulterior motive: Venezuela’s oil, recalling that Trump openly kept U.S. troops in Syria “for the oil.”The buildup raises concerns that Washington might be preparing for more direct intervention or even regime change, despite past failures to oust Maduro. Critics warn this risks making the U.S. look both unethical (for attempting to overthrow another government) and ineffective if it fails again.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Trump Gives Ukraine DEEPER STRIKE Capabilities-Ending War Seems ImpossibleSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Putin Calls NATO "Horror Movie Makers" See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit is underway, with China, Russia, India, and others emphasizing a shift toward a multipolar world order. Xi Jinping called for a more “just and equitable” system of global governance and inclusive globalization—showing the bloc’s ambition to act as a new geopolitical and economic power center.India plays a pivotal role because it has historically balanced relations between the West, Russia, and China. The U.S. has long tried to draw India closer as a counterweight to China. However, President Trump recently imposed steep tariffs on India (raising them to 50%), despite India being a crucial partner. His move, intended to pressure India to distance itself from Russia (particularly over discounted Russian oil purchases), has instead angered Prime Minister Modi, who has refused Trump’s calls and demonstrated visible warmth with both Putin and Xi during the summit.Economically, India calculates that the cost of losing discounted Russian oil (around 40% of its imports) is higher than absorbing U.S. tariffs, making Trump’s strategy unattractive. Instead of moving into Washington’s orbit, India is being pushed closer to Russia, China, and SCO/BRICS frameworks.Critics, including even John Bolton, argue that Trump’s tariffs are undermining decades of bipartisan U.S. efforts to build India as a partner against China. Instead, the policy risks alienating New Delhi, strengthening SCO cohesion, and weakening Western influence.Bottom line: Trump’s tariff strategy appears counterproductive—alienating India, reinforcing its ties with Russia and China, and accelerating the rise of alternative power blocs outside Western influence.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said this shows Putin is mocking peace efforts and that the only response is increasing pressure on Russia.The EU (25 out of 26 states, all but Hungary) issued a statement calling the attack an intentional strike on civilians, labeling it a war crime. They promised accountability for Russian commanders and perpetrators.The EU is preparing a 19th round of sanctions, acknowledging previous sanctions alone have not changed Russia’s behavior.Zelensky framed the strike as not just against Ukraine, but against the wider world—Europe, the US, and others—while also pointing to countries like China and India for “aiding Russia” through oil and gas purchases.3. Russian Intentions and TargetingDebate exists on whether Russia deliberately struck near diplomatic missions. Analysts argued:Russia likely had a specific target it considered militarily valuable (possibly intelligence or industrial facilities).Ukraine has, in the past, located military assets inside civilian areas to shield them—Amnesty International has reported on this.Nonetheless, even if military assets were present, striking heavily populated civilian structures without proportional justification may constitute a war crime.Russia is generally calculated in its targeting, but accidents, misfires, or reckless disregard for civilian risk also occur.4. Broader ImpactThe strike alarmed European capitals, intensifying frustration with Russia and reinforcing the EU’s alignment with Ukraine.Independent investigations are unlikely, as each side controls the narrative—truth is the first casualty of war.The attack deepens polarization:See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Peace Talks are DEAD, Zelensky gives Putin Ultimatum w/The Duran's Alexander MercourisSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Danny reflects on the decline of U.S. media credibility, once regarded as the “fourth estate” that held government accountable. Trust in media has now collapsed, with legacy outlets in “freefall” due to the rise of social media and repeated breaches of integrity. This erosion fuels polarization, as people only trust outlets that align with their own biases, making misinformation a greater perceived threat than terrorism or disease.Using the Russia–Ukraine war as an example, the speaker criticizes ABC News for platforming David Petraeus without challenging his flawed track record or one-sided narrative that blames Russia entirely while ignoring failed Western diplomacy. The media’s failure to provide balanced scrutiny, combined with elite influence and corporate control, fosters manipulation, deepens division, and risks pushing the U.S. toward unrest or even a form of civil conflict.👉 Core points:Media once ensured accountability; now public trust is at historic lows.Legacy media has lost audience share and credibility to social platforms.Polarization grows as each side believes only its preferred outlets.Misinformation is now seen by Americans as a greater threat than terror or disease.Example: ABC uncritically presented Petraeus’ pro-Western narrative on Ukraine.Lack of accountability and elite control of media erodes truth, fuels division, and could destabilize society.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John Mearsheimer: DEADLY ATTACKS are RUSSIA's ANSWER to Sloppy Peace StrategiesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Trump is positioning himself as the peace candidate in the Russia-Ukraine war, even suggesting Nobel Prize ambitions, but his actual strategy appears muddled. While he’s engaging diplomatically—meeting Putin in Alaska and hosting European leaders in Washington—his efforts seem driven more by optics and domestic politics than by realistic prospects for a deal.Key points:Trump’s Goals: End the war quickly, please Europeans, manage Zelensky, and keep U.S. arms sales flowing.Reality Check: Russia hasn’t budged on core demands (demilitarization, recognition of new regions, no Western security guarantees), while Europe and Ukraine remain entrenched.Negotiation Optics: Trump portrays concessions (like Crimea being “negotiable”) that Russia never offered, creating a theatrical impression of progress.Power Dynamics: Alaska meeting reinforced Russia’s upper hand—its terms now dominate, and failure of talks likely won’t be blamed on Moscow.Underlying Motive: Likely a domestic imperative for Trump to show action as Ukraine’s front collapses and pressure grows to freeze the conflict.Bottom Line: No real movement toward peace; U.S. focus may be on optics and arms sales rather than a viable settlement.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.