Redacted News Podcast Summary Episode: "Putin LAUNCHES massive attack on Ukraine after NATO assassination attempt, Trump in the dark?" Release Date: May 27, 2025 Hosts: Clayton Morris and Natalie Morris

I. Introduction

Clayton Morris and Natalie Morris open the episode by reflecting on Memorial Day, honoring U.S. military sacrifices, and setting the stage for a day filled with critical and often controversial news topics.

II. Israeli Resistance and IDF Actions in Gaza

A. Ex-Military Group’s "Perimeter" Report Natalie introduces the alarming situation in Gaza, highlighting a report titled "The Perimeter" published by the ex-military group Breaking the Silence. This report details the systematic destruction of Palestinian homes and agricultural land along the Gaza border to establish an expanded buffer zone.

Notable Quote:

• Natalie Morris [03:00]: "Israel told their military, by the soldier zone admission, that they would expand the buffer zone... this is how you get soldiers to do terrible things."

B. Systematic Destruction and Use of Limpet Mines The hosts discuss the three-kilometer deep buffer zone, where Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) are instructed to destroy anything within this area. Due to dwindling explosives, soldiers are now resorting to limpet mines, originally designed for naval use, causing traumatic brain injuries from unexpected blasts.

Notable Quote:

• Natalie Morris [04:10]: "They are not supposed to be exploded on land. This is what we're talking about."

C. Concentration Camps for Palestinians Israel's strategy involves relocating Palestinians into what they term concentration camps, a move echoed by the Associated Press as the situation escalates into potential genocide and war crimes.

D. Guest Interview – Abu Bakr Abed Palestinian journalist Abu Bakr Abed joins the discussion from Ireland, providing firsthand accounts of Gaza's devastation. He emphasizes the humanitarian crisis, including widespread malnutrition among children and the systematic annihilation of infrastructure like hospitals and universities.

Notable Quotes:

• Abu Bakr Abed [12:52]: "Israel is applying the collective punishment policy, the starvation policy is denying the entry, is blocking entry of aid medical supplies into Gaza so it can speed up its genocide."
• Abu Bakr Abed [19:16]: "You cannot destroy the spirits of the people. You cannot destroy them. Those people are indigenous to their land."

E. Hosts' Reflections Clayton and Natalie express shock and dismay at the reported atrocities, underscoring the unlikelihood of success through force alone, as the Palestinian spirit remains unbroken.

Notable Quote:

• Natalie Morris [24:44]: "We are here to talk about what's true."

III. Federal Issues: FBI Under Trump Administration

A. Recent Incidents and Investigation Shortcomings The discussion shifts to the FBI's performance under President Trump, touching on the discovery of cocaine in the Biden White House, the Supreme Court leak, and the lack of progress on high-profile cases like Epstein and JFK investigations.

B. Interview with Steve Friend – FBI Whistleblower Steve Friend critiques the FBI's current leadership, highlighting inefficiencies and a failure to deliver on promises. He compares the FBI's approach to a Ponzi scheme, where unmet promises erode public trust.

Notable Quotes:

• Steve Friend [34:18]: "They're expending a lot of capital. It's almost like a credibility Ponzi scheme."
• Steve Friend [35:59]: "The only solution at this point is to defang this attack dog."

C. Hosts' Concerns Clayton and Natalie express frustration over the FBI's inability to prioritize critical domestic threats, emphasizing the weaponization of government agencies against American citizens and the looming threat of AI-driven surveillance.

Notable Quote:

• Steve Friend [38:18]: "Weaponized government, our own is the greatest threat to the American people."

IV. Assassination Attempt on Putin and Russia’s Response

A. Putin's Close Call with Drone Strikes The podcast covers a massive drone attack targeting Russian President Vladimir Putin during his visit to the Kursk Oblast. According to the Kremlin, Putin narrowly escaped death, attributing the attack to NATO-coordinated efforts.

Notable Quotes:

• Clayton Morris [60:15]: "Putin was almost killed by a massive NATO drone attack."
• Abu Bakr Abed [50:43]: "NATO is responsible for all telemetry and targeting which we've exposed here on the show many months ago."

B. Trump’s Comments and Lack of Awareness Clayton highlights Trump's statement labeling Putin as "gone crazy," questioning whether Trump was kept uninformed about the assassination attempt, suggesting a possible breach in advisory communications.

Notable Quote:

• Clayton Morris [60:28]: "He didn't seem to know that Putin had been nearly assassinated."

C. Russia’s Escalation with Drone Strikes In response to the attempted assassination, Russia has launched massive drone strikes across Ukraine, targeting key infrastructure and Patriot missile systems supplied by the U.S. These attacks have doubled in intensity, overwhelming Ukraine's and NATO's defense capabilities.

Notable Quotes:

• Natalie Morris [55:50]: "Russia is moving further now beyond the front, creating a new front in a buffer zone."
• Clayton Morris [50:43]: "Russia knocked out and destroyed a Patriot missile system. It's like hitting ghosts at this point."

D. Ineffectiveness of NATO’s Defense Systems The hosts critique the Patriot missile systems for their inability to effectively counter the swarms of shahed drones, highlighting the inefficiency and high costs of such defense measures.

Notable Quotes:

• Clayton Morris [57:01]: "NATO can't stop them now."
• Natalie Morris [56:30]: "We were originally told we wouldn't send, now we have the consequences."

E. Media Reporting and NATO’s Role Clayton points out inaccuracies in the Western media's reporting on Germany’s Chancellor declaring no limits on weapon systems for Ukraine, clarifying that such decisions had already been made months prior.

Notable Quote:

• Clayton Morris [66:09]: "The Western media of course would love nothing more than an escalation of this."

V. Incident Involving Emmanuel Macron and Brigitte Macron

A. The Slap Incident Natalie and Clayton discuss a controversial incident where Brigitte Macron, the First Lady of France, was seen slapping President Emmanuel Macron on a flight to Vietnam. The footage captured her aggressive behavior, raising questions about their age disparity and potential power dynamics in their relationship.

Notable Quotes:

• Natalie Morris [71:47]: "Brigitte Macron is 72 years old. Emmanuel Macron is 47. They are 25 years apart."
• Clayton Morris [75:37]: "It's so disgusting, though. It's like, I just want to know what was going on in that situation."

B. Allegations of Grooming and Abuse The hosts delve into Allegations that Brigitte Macron groomed Emmanuel Macron when he was a 14-year-old student, suggesting an unhealthy power imbalance and potential abuse. They question the authenticity and intentions behind the Macrons' public portrayal.

Notable Quotes:

• Natalie Morris [77:22]: "He was groomed by a pederast?"
• Clayton Morris [79:08]: "Someone had to have put that in there."

C. Macron's Behavior and Relationship Dynamics Further analysis discusses Emmanuel Macron's demeanor during the incident, portraying him as uncomfortable and humiliated, contrasting with Brigitte's aggressive actions. The hosts speculate on the long-term implications of such behavior on Macron’s leadership.

Notable Quote:

• Natalie Morris [80:33]: "She clearly looks uncomfortable and humiliated."

VI. Conclusion

Clayton and Natalie stress the importance of facing uncomfortable truths and seeking transparency in global and domestic issues. They encourage listeners to remain informed and critically analyze mainstream narratives, positioning "Redacted News" as a platform dedicated to uncovering hidden truths and challenging prevailing media narratives.

Final Thoughts:

• Natalie Morris [90:41]: "We're here to talk about what's true."
• Clayton Morris [90:33]: "Thank you, guys. Appreciate it."

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