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  • My thoughts on the LA riots and the deployment of the military; plus, other news you need to know
    Jun 12 2025
    Timestamps:Timestamp: (1:37). I wanted to share my nuanced, unique take on the situation happening in Los Angeles, looking at it from the perspective of both a vet who served and a Christian who’s listening to both sides of the argument and trying to find some middle ground.Timestamp: (42:11). Tensions rise again in the Middle East as the potential for conflict with Iran appears to be upon us once again.Timestamp: (45:42). Several important updates on Ukraine, which have barely made the news. Timestamp: (49:31). Latvia says Russia is stalling on peace negotiations, Russia makes some notable advances on the ground, and Russia’s economy continues to face a crushing interest rate problem.Timestamp: (57:40). Russia could send "little green men" to test NATO's resolve, according to German intelligence.Timestamp: (1:01:37). The U.K., Canada, and other countries impose sanctions on Far-Right Israeli Ministers.Hi everyone! Thank you for being here. If you’re new to the show, let me say this. Each week, I cover hot spots and critical threats that might affect our country, as well as keep you informed about our military. I end each show by sharing some verses from the Bible (without being too pushy). My hope is you end each show better informed, less worried, and more optimistic (about both our country and your life). Also, huge shout out to those of you whose paid subscriptions make it possible for me to devote time and resources to researching and compiling the news each week. As a reminder, monthly paid subscribers through Substack also get access to bonus audio summaries and special “Insider Brief” newsletters. These typically drop once a week.If you’d like to support the show, there are several ways you can do so.You can subscribe with Substack: https://stanrmitchell.substack.com/subscribe You can also now sign up at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/stanrmitchell Or send a tip through Venmo (@authorstanrmitchell): https://account.venmo.com/u/authorstanrmitchellAnd there’s even a PayPal link you can use: https://paypal.me/StanRMitchell.Finally, I’m still trying to grow the show. Please rate and review on SPOTIFY, APPLE, or wherever you listen. You can listen here, or you can find the podcast on your favorite channel below by searching for The View from the Front:Have a question? Or want to provide some feedback? You can email me at stanrmitchell2012@gmail.com. Please include at least your first name and city. (Or full name if you want to get a little famous.)Selected source notes for podcast and transcript above.As immigration raids continue, ICE protests spread coast to coastHow the immigration protests in Los Angeles started‘A pivotal moment?’ Why many Latino voters in California chose TrumpHow previous Presidents spoke on this issue. US withdraws some diplomats and military families from Middle East amid Iran tensionsTrump has said he’s grown less confident in being able to strike a deal with Iran curbing the country’s nuclear ambitions, saying in a new interview that Tehran could be “delaying” striking an agreement.“I’m getting more and more less confident about it. They seem to be delaying, and I think that’s a shame, but I’m less confident now than I would have been a couple of months ago,” Trump said in an interview with a New York Post podcast that was released earlier on Wednesday.“Something happened to them, but I am much less confident of a deal being made,” he went on, saying it was his “instincts” telling him a deal was moving further from reach.Russia Launches Biggest Drone Assault of the War, Ukraine SaysThe attack used almost 500 drones and missiles, breaking a record set just days earlier, as Russia tries to overwhelm Ukraine’s air defenses, which shot down most of the weapons.Latvia’s foreign minister, Baiba Braže: “Putin is now following step-by-step Russia’s well-worn negotiations manual: issue absurd maximalist demands and blame the other party for not accepting them; concede nothing; continuously delay the process; reset expectations; wait for others to present compromises or concessions; and exploit this as weakness.”Russia could send "little green men" to test NATO's resolve...U.K., Canada and Others Impose Sanctions on Far-Right Israeli MinistersThe push to blacklist Mr. Ben-Gvir and Mr. Smotrich had been weeks in the making and underscored Israel’s growing diplomatic isolation. It came after Britain, Canada and France issued a stark statement last month about the treatment of civilians in Gaza.…While the United States did not join the action, British officials said they had sounded out officials in the Trump administration about the proposed move in recent weeks and had not encountered strong resistance.…In their statement, the five countries said that, as of April, extremist Israeli settlers had carried out 1,900 attacks on Palestinian civilians since last year. This violence, and the inexorable expansion of settlements...
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  • Ukraine strikes back
    Jun 5 2025
    Timestamps:Timestamp: (15:27). Ukraine hits Russia’s strategic bombers, two railroad bridges, and even the Crimean bridge — all within days of each other.Timestamp: (26:05). MAGA and the far Right are not happy about what Ukraine is doing with these attacks against Russia. Let’s dive into that a bit.Timestamp: (35:02). Why Ukraine can’t accept Russia’s demands for peace.Timestamp: (39:31). Drones now cause two-thirds (2/3) of all casualties in Ukraine, and the United Kingdom is about to send Ukraine 100,000 more.Timestamp: (45:19). Israeli soldiers open fire near Gaza aid site. Gaza officials say 27 are killed. These headlines — and the pressure on Israel — are growing untenable for Netanyahu.Timestamp: (50:41). U.S. proposes an interim step in Iran Nuclear talks, allowing some enrichment.Timestamp: (56:26). Let me end by sharing some Biblical wisdom and spiritual encouragement.Hi everyone! Thank you for being here. If you’re new to the show, let me say this. Each week, I cover hot spots and critical threats that might affect our country, as well as keep you informed about our military. I end each show by sharing some verses from the Bible (without being too pushy). My hope is you end each show better informed, less worried, and more optimistic (about both our country and your life). Also, huge shout out to those of you whose paid subscriptions make it possible for me to devote time and resources to researching and compiling the news each week. As a reminder, monthly paid subscribers through Substack also get access to bonus audio summaries and special “Insider Brief” newsletters. These typically drop once a week.If you’d like to support the show, there are several ways you can do so.You can subscribe with Substack: https://stanrmitchell.substack.com/subscribe You can also now sign up at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/stanrmitchell Or send a tip through Venmo (@authorstanrmitchell): https://account.venmo.com/u/authorstanrmitchellAnd there’s even a PayPal link you can use: https://paypal.me/StanRMitchell.Finally, I’m still trying to grow the show. Please rate and review on SPOTIFY, APPLE, or wherever you listen. You can listen here, or you can find the podcast on your favorite channel below by searching for The View from the Front:Have a question? Or want to provide some feedback? You can email me at stanrmitchell2012@gmail.com. Please include at least your first name and city. (Or full name if you want to get a little famous.)Selected source notes for podcast and transcript above.Ukraine Says It Struck Crimea BridgeAs Trump Wavers, Europe Is More Optimistic About Defending UkraineDespite Mr. Trump’s complaints about Ukraine, the United States has continued to provide intelligence to Kyiv, save for a pause for a few days after Mr. Trump took umbrage with President Volodymyr Zelensky in the Oval Office. It has also delivered weapons and equipment authorized by Congress during former President Joseph R. Biden Jr.’s administration. But that authorization, about $61 billion, is expected to run out in the next few months, and there is no talk in Washington of another appropriation of funds.…Their expectations have been boosted by Mr. Trump’s overt frustration with President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia. Mr. Putin has intensified the war, hit more civilian targets and begun a summer offensive, rather than agree to Mr. Trump’s desire for a cease-fire and an end to the bloodshed. Ukraine and Russia met Monday in Istanbul for peace talks that yielded little progress.But the European members of NATO, who also represent the largest and most important members of the European Union, are largely united in their commitment to support Ukraine no matter what Washington decides to do.Israeli Soldiers Open Fire Near Gaza Aid Site. Gaza Officials Say 27 Are Killed.It was the second such shooting in three days near a food distribution center, which is part of a contentious new Israeli and American-backed initiative.These comments below by Tom Friedman from this story. 😳😳I had never even thought about this point he’s making. 🤯🤯U.S. Proposes Interim Step in Iran Nuclear Talks Allowing Some EnrichmentAn outline by the Trump administration would allow Iran to continue enriching uranium at low levels while a broader arrangement is worked out that would block the country’s path to a nuclear weapon.Let me end by sharing some spiritual encouragement for you all out there.As you know, if you want true peace, I believe you should look to God and the Bible for that — not a country, not a party, and certainly not a person. I believe that not only can God give you ever-lasting life, but that He can also give you peace in this life. God is like a good shepherd. He leads you by the still waters. He restores your soul. He guides you out of the death and destruction of sin. If you know nothing about the Bible, but want to test the waters and maybe try it out, check out my resource page ...
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  • Insider Brief for The View from the Front podcast, edition 5-29-25
    May 29 2025
    This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit stanrmitchell.substack.com

    Timestamps for Insider Brief:

    Timestamp: (0:06). Can Erik Prince help save Haiti?

    Timestamp: (5:20). Germany will help Ukraine produce long-range weapons. Let’s talk about what’s known about this situation.

    Timestamp: (6:39). Hegseth diverts a billion dollars from rebuilding old barracks to troops operating on the border. Let’s talk about it.

    Timestamp: (8:54). Ukraine and Russia exchange a thousand prisoners. The largest POW exchange to date.

    Timestamp: (10:40). Have you heard how large Poland’s army is lately?

    Timestamp: (11:51). The shooting of two Israeli embassy staffers opens some nasty possibilities. Let’s talk about that a bit.

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  • The 5-29-25 edition of The View from the Front podcast.
    May 29 2025
    Timestamps:Timestamp: (3:23). Let’s start with some great commentary on the Russia-Ukraine situation, from the perspective of Finland’s President. Here are some great reminders in here that are often forgotten.Timestamp: (8:42). Russia is raining hellfire on Ukraine. Should countries of Europe send anti-air units and air force squadrons to Ukraine?Timestamp: (14:23). The United Nations has condemned Israel’s new aid program in Gaza, after a chaotic start. And European countries are increasingly furious. You cannot starve 2 million people in Gaza and expect the world to remain quiet.Timestamp: (21:11). Donald Trump’s “Golden Dome,” and why I think it’s the dumbest idea ever.Timestamp: (30:10). North Korea launches a new ship, and it fails spectacularly. And though it’s kind of a humorous story, there are important things we as a nation should learn from this lesson.Timestamp: (36:39). Let me end by sharing some spiritual encouragement.Hi everyone! Thank you for being here. If you’re new to the show, let me say this. Each week, I cover hot spots and critical threats that might affect our country, as well as keep you informed about our military. I end each show by sharing some verses from the Bible (without being too pushy). My hope is you end each show better informed, less worried, and more optimistic (about both our country and your life). Also, huge shout out to those of you whose paid subscriptions make it possible for me to devote time and resources to researching and compiling the news each week. As a reminder, monthly paid subscribers through Substack also get access to bonus audio summaries and special “Insider Brief” newsletters. These typically drop once a week.If you’d like to support the show, there are several ways you can do so.You can subscribe with Substack: https://stanrmitchell.substack.com/subscribe You can also now sign up at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/stanrmitchell Or send a tip through Venmo (@authorstanrmitchell): https://account.venmo.com/u/authorstanrmitchellAnd there’s even a PayPal link you can use: https://paypal.me/StanRMitchell.Finally, I’m still trying to grow the show. Please rate and review on SPOTIFY, APPLE, or wherever you listen. You can listen here, or you can find the podcast on your favorite channel below by searching for The View from the Front:Have a question? Or want to provide some feedback? You can email me at stanrmitchell2012@gmail.com. Please include at least your first name and city. (Or full name if you want to get a little famous.)Selected source notes for podcast and transcript above.Russia is raining hellfire on UkraineYEAR AGO, for 30 drones to strike Ukraine in a single night was considered exceptional. Now Russia is saturating Ukraine’s air defences with hundreds of them. On May 25th the Kremlin pummelled the country, with what it called a “massive strike” against Ukrainian cities, featuring 355 drones, probably a record. Russia is using more missiles, too: 69 were fired on the same night. As a result, Ukraine is once again stepping into the unknown. If the current ceasefire talks fail, which seems highly probable, air-defence units will need to ration their interceptors. More Russian missiles and drones will get through, to strike towns, cities and critical industry.U.N. Condemns Israel’s New Aid Program in Gaza, After Chaotic StartA chaotic start to a heavily criticized food distribution system. Mounting anger from Europe over its threats to dramatically escalate a ground assault in Gaza. And growing pressure from the United States to reach a truce.Israel is weathering one of its toughest weeks on the diplomatic stage since the start of the war in Gaza, as its allies, including President Trump, appear increasingly fed up with the protracted war, as well as Israel’s conduct of it.On Wednesday, the United Nations denounced the new Israeli-backed aid operation in southern Gaza, a day after the chaotic launch of the initiative, when thousands of hungry Palestinians rushed a food distribution site, prompting Israeli forces to fire warning shots.Israel had barred humanitarian aid from entering Gaza for more than two months, causing widespread hunger, before allowing shipments of food, fuel and other goods to begin flowing in last week. But desperately needed relief — either from the old U.N.-run system or the new Israeli-designed one — has yet to reach many Gazans.Triple trouble for Israel as its furious allies bailYOU MIGHT think it would be impossible for the inferno in Israel and Gaza to burn hotter. Yet Binyamin Netanyahu is fuelling three parallel emergencies; a humanitarian one in Gaza, a torching of support among European allies and a constitutional crisis over who controls the security services, army and courts. The pressure on Israel and its institutions is almost unbearable and a culminating moment is probably imminent. But whether that comes in the form of a re-invasion of Gaza which finally ...
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  • Insider Brief for The View from the Front podcast, edition 5-22-25
    May 22 2025
    This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit stanrmitchell.substack.com

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    Timestamps for Insider Brief:

    Timestamp: (0:13). The United States will no longer say on paper that Russia’s invasion of Ukraine was “illegal.” Are you kidding me?!

    Timestamp: (2:52). Did you hear who the first world leader the new Pope spoke to? Or who he met with in person first?! This will blow your mind and is beyond exciting for those who support and defend democracy.

    Timestamp: (4:10). Theo Von speaks out about what’s happening in Gaza. Listen to what he had to say.

    Timestamp: (9:30). Denmark has announced a $635 million military aid package for Ukraine, with a major amount of funding going toward maintaining Ukraine's F-16 Fighting Falcon fleet. Denmark has already delivered twelve F-16s to Ukraine, with 19 total pledged.

    Timestamp: (10:58). Food rations that could supply 3.5 million people for a month are rotting in warehouses around the world because of US aid cuts.

    Timestamp: (12:16). Did you hear about this chips deal the Trump Administration made, and how that could affect the United Arab Emirates, as well as China?

    Have a question? Or want to provide some feedback? You can email me at stanrmitchell2012@gmail.com. Please include at least your first name and city. (Or full name if you want to get a little famous.)

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  • The 5-22-25 edition of The View from the Front podcast.
    May 22 2025
    Timestamps:Timestamp: (2:14). Senator Shaheen rips the Trump Administration for allowing China to be seen as a more responsible partner. Secretary of State Marco Rubio responds to her comments.Timestamp: (11:57). The Trump Administration makes what appears to be absolutely no gains on a peace deal in Ukraine, because Russia continues to stall and makes excuses — and that’s not me talking. That’s what Ben Shapiro is saying.Timestamp: (22:24). Learn about Russia’s “spy factory,” which is now no more. It’s an incredible story about spycraft that you’ll want to hear.Timestamp: (41:35). Let me end by sharing some spiritual encouragement.Hi everyone! Thank you for being here. If you’re new to the show, let me say this. Each week, I cover hot spots and critical threats that might affect our country, as well as keep you informed about our military. I end each show by sharing some verses from the Bible (without being too pushy). My hope is you end each show better informed, less worried, and more optimistic (about both our country and your life). Also, huge shout out to those of you whose paid subscriptions make it possible for me to devote time and resources to researching and compiling the news each week. As a reminder, monthly paid subscribers through Substack also get access to bonus audio summaries and special “Insider Brief” newsletters. These typically drop once a week.If you’d like to support the show, there are several ways you can do so.You can subscribe with Substack: https://stanrmitchell.substack.com/subscribe You can also now sign up at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/stanrmitchell Or send a tip through Venmo (@authorstanrmitchell): https://account.venmo.com/u/authorstanrmitchellAnd there’s even a PayPal link you can use: https://paypal.me/StanRMitchell.Finally, I’m still trying to grow the show. Please rate and review on SPOTIFY, APPLE, or wherever you listen. You can listen here, or you can find the podcast on your favorite channel below by searching for The View from the Front:Have a question? Or want to provide some feedback? You can email me at stanrmitchell2012@gmail.com. Please include at least your first name and city. (Or full name if you want to get a little famous.)Selected source notes for podcast and transcript above.Exclusive: US suspends some efforts to counter Russian Russian sabotage as Trump moves closer to PutinThe latest on the peace talks between President Trump and Russia and Ukraine.President Donald J. Trump’s Statement on His Call with President Vladimir PutinThe Spy FactoryGift link above to The New York Times article that documents what Russia was doing in Brazil with its “spy factory.”As you know, if you want true peace, I believe you should look to God and the Bible for that — not a country, not a party, and certainly not a person. I believe that not only can God give you ever-lasting life, but that He can also give you peace in this life. God is like a good shepherd. He leads you by the still waters. He restores your soul. He guides you out of the death and destruction of sin. If you know nothing about the Bible, but want to test the waters and maybe try it out, check out my resource page here.By the way, if you’re dealing with depression, PTSD, or thoughts of suicide, I have a link I’d like you to check out. In fact, it’s an entire page long. A pep talk, if you will, that I believe will help. I also have listed a hotline that you can call, whether you’re a service member or just a civilian. Here’s the page: PTSD. I also have a podcast that focuses solely on faith called The Search for God. You can find it below. Love my moderate, optimistic view of politics and want to know more about how I see things? Go here:I always like to end with an important reminder, whether you’re a Chrisitan or not. And with that, thanks for joining us this week on The View from the Front.If you can, consider at some point becoming a paid subscriber. Here are those links again if you’d like to support the show:For $5 per month, you can subscribe with Substack: https://stanrmitchell.substack.com/subscribe Also for $5 per month, you can also now sign up at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/stanrmitchell Or you can send a tip of any amount through Venmo (@authorstanrmitchell): https://account.venmo.com/u/authorstanrmitchell or PayPal: https://paypal.me/StanRMitchell. This would be like throwing some money in a hat for a performer in a town square. Finally, I’m still trying to grow the show. Please rate and leave comments on SPOTIFY, APPLE, or wherever you listen. Also, all posts are free, so feel free to share.The View from the Front. By Stan R. Mitchell. is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.That’s it for this edition. Want to talk to me directly?Email me at the following address: stanrmitchell2012@gmail.com. I love hearing feedback, compliments, and even ...
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  • Insider Brief for The View from the Front podcast, edition 5-15-25
    May 15 2025
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  • The 5-15-25 edition of The View from the Front podcast
    May 15 2025
    Timestamps:Timestamp: (3:51). More information has come out on why President Trump stopped bombing the Houthi’s in Yemen.Timestamp: (11:28). A full update on the chances for peace in Ukraine; there are a lot of mixed signals out there.Timestamp: (23:22). The world is increasingly speaking out about the dire situation happening in Gaza.Timestamp: (29:34). We’ll look into claims by Poland’s government that Russian agents burned down a shopping mall.Timestamp: (34:09). Finally, we’ll look at a couple of controversial things that President Trump is doing in the Middle East.Timestamp: (40:30). Let me end by sharing some spiritual encouragement.Hi everyone! Thank you for being here. If you’re new to the show, let me say this. Each week, I cover hot spots and critical threats that might affect our country, as well as keep you informed about our military. I end each show by sharing some verses from the Bible (without being too pushy). My hope is you end each show better informed, less worried, and more optimistic (about both our country and your life). Also, huge shout out to those of you whose paid subscriptions make it possible for me to devote time and resources to researching and compiling the news each week. As a reminder, monthly paid subscribers through Substack also get access to bonus audio summaries and special “Insider Brief” newsletters. These typically drop once a week.If you’d like to support the show, there are several ways you can do so.You can subscribe with Substack: https://stanrmitchell.substack.com/subscribe You can also now sign up at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/stanrmitchell Or send a tip through Venmo (@authorstanrmitchell): https://account.venmo.com/u/authorstanrmitchellAnd there’s even a PayPal link you can use: https://paypal.me/StanRMitchell.Finally, I’m still trying to grow the show. Please rate and review on SPOTIFY, APPLE, or wherever you listen. You can listen here, or you can find the podcast on your favorite channel below by searching for The View from the Front:Have a question? Or want to provide some feedback? Record a voice memo in your phone and email it to stanrmitchell2012@gmail.com. Please include at least your first name and city. (Or full name if you want to get a little famous.)Selected source notes for podcast and transcript above.U.S. news:Ukraine, US sign additional agreements for minerals deal, Economy Ministry saysUkraine and the U.S. signed two additional agreements on May 13 to formally launch a joint Reconstruction Investment Fund as part of the deal for Ukraine's mineral resources, Ukraine's Economy Ministry said on May 13 during a briefing.The move follows Ukraine's ratification of the minerals agreement earlier this week, as well as Zelensky's signing of the ratified deal. Ukraine's parliament also on May 13 approved in the first reading changes to the budget code necessary for the fund to operate in Ukraine.The documents concerning the establishment and operation of the fund were signed between Ukraine's Public-Private Partnerships Agency and the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC), a key agency of the U.S. government for foreign investment.The Reconstruction Investment Fund will be jointly managed by Kyiv and Washington under an equal partnership model. Both sides have declined to publicly disclose operational specifics.The Economist wrote an editorial entitled The war in Gaza must end. Let’s talk about that some.Poland says Russia recruited arsonists for Warsaw fire on social mediaTrump Meets Former Militant Who Now Leads SyriaPresident Trump’s conversation with President Ahmed al-Shara, who once led a branch of Al Qaeda, was the first time in 25 years that the leaders of the United States and Syria had met.Let me end by sharing some spiritual encouragement for you all out there.As you know, if you want true peace, I believe you should look to God and the Bible for that — not a country, not a party, and certainly not a person. I believe that not only can God give you ever-lasting life, but that He can also give you peace in this life. God is like a good shepherd. He leads you by the still waters. He restores your soul. He guides you out of the death and destruction of sin. If you know nothing about the Bible, but want to test the waters and maybe try it out, check out my resource page here.By the way, if you’re dealing with depression, PTSD, or thoughts of suicide, I have a link I’d like you to check out. In fact, it’s an entire page long. A pep talk, if you will, that I believe will help. I also have listed a hotline that you can call, whether you’re a service member or just a civilian. Here’s the page: PTSD. As you know, if you want true peace, I believe you should look to God and the Bible for that — not a country, not a party, and certainly not a person. I believe that not only can God give you ever-lasting life, but that He can also give you peace in this life. God is like a good ...
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