# Disarmament on The No Agenda Show

Disarmament comes up in 11 chapters across 11 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from November 2009 to July 2025.

- **Chapters:** 11
- **Episodes:** 11
- **Discussed:** November 2009 – July 2025
- **Related topics:** [Hezbollah](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hezbollah.md), [Lebanon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lebanon.md), [Navy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/navy.md), [Afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [Amnesty](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amnesty.md), [Big Data](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/big-data.md), [Catherine Ashton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/catherine-ashton.md), [Ceasefire](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ceasefire.md), [Chemical Weapons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chemical-weapons.md), [David Cameron](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-cameron.md)

## Chapters 1–11 of 11

### Hezbollah Disarmament Proposals in Lebanon

- **Episode:** [1779: Buffy Gorilla](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1779-buffy-gorilla.md)
- **Published:** 2025-07-06
- **Time:** 1:30:15–1:32:22
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1779-buffy-gorilla/chapter/hezbollah-disarmament-proposals-in-lebanon.md

The Lebanese government is considering a U.S. proposal for the phased disarmament of Hezbollah. Following significant military losses against Israel, the group is reportedly mulling a transition to a purely political movement. U.S. Special Envoy Tom Barak is visiting Beirut to encourage the establishment of a state monopoly on weapons.

Keywords: [hezbollah](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hezbollah.md), [lebanon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lebanon.md), naim kassem, tom barak, [disarmament](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disarmament.md)

### Gaza Ceasefire, Hamas Rejection, Hostage Negotiations

- **Episode:** [1756: AG Barbie](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1756-ag-barbie.md)
- **Published:** 2025-04-17
- **Time:** 2:45:57–2:46:57
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1756-ag-barbie/chapter/gaza-ceasefire-hamas-rejection-hostage-negotiations.md

Hamas has rejected a new Israeli ceasefire proposal that called for the disarmament of the militant group as a condition for ending the war. The proposal included a 45-day pause and the release of half of the remaining Israeli hostages. Hamas officials stated that their weapons are for self-defense and that the deal lacked guarantees for a permanent withdrawal of Israeli troops.

Keywords: [hamas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hamas.md), [gaza](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gaza.md), [israel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/israel.md), [ceasefire](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ceasefire.md), [hostages](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hostages.md), [disarmament](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disarmament.md)

### UN Resolution 1701 and Hezbollah Non-Compliance

- **Episode:** [1698: Oxymoronic](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1698-oxymoronic.md)
- **Published:** 2024-09-26
- **Time:** 2:26:00–2:31:04
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1698-oxymoronic/chapter/un-resolution-1701-and-hezbollah-non-compliance.md

The current conflict between Israel and Hezbollah is centered on the failure to implement UN Resolution 1701, which was passed after the 2006 war. The resolution required Hezbollah to disarm and withdraw north of the Litani River, conditions the group has consistently violated. Israel maintains that if international diplomacy fails to enforce the resolution, military action will be necessary to secure its northern border.

Keywords: un resolution 1701, [hezbollah](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hezbollah.md), litani river, [lebanon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lebanon.md), [disarmament](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disarmament.md)

### Tomahawk Missile Replacement and Seven Days in May

- **Episode:** [934: Weaponized Tech](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/934-weaponized-tech.md)
- **Published:** 2017-06-01
- **Time:** 2:45:06–2:46:53
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/934-weaponized-tech/chapter/tomahawk-missile-replacement-and-seven-days-in-may.md

The U.S. Navy has requested $8.5 billion to replace 66 Tomahawk cruise missiles used in recent operations. The hosts suggest the military often fires older missiles nearing their expiration dates to justify new procurement. They also reference the 50th anniversary of the political thriller "Seven Days in May."

Keywords: [tomahawk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tomahawk.md), [navy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/navy.md), [pentagon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pentagon.md), seven days in may, [disarmament](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disarmament.md)

### The Four-Paragraph Geneva Agreement on Ukraine

- **Episode:** [614: Fruity Drinks](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/614-fruity-drinks.md)
- **Published:** 2014-05-04
- **Time:** 1:34:53–1:39:14
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/614-fruity-drinks/chapter/the-four-paragraph-geneva-agreement-on-ukraine.md

The highly touted Geneva Agreement on Ukraine is revealed to be a mere four-paragraph document that lacks concrete enforcement mechanisms. The agreement calls for the disarmament of illegal groups, the vacation of seized buildings, and a leading role for the OSCE in monitoring de-escalation. Adam Curry critiques the document as "vapor," noting that it provides little more than a diplomatic smokescreen while tensions continue to rise on the ground.

Keywords: geneva agreement, [john kerry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kerry.md), [osce](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/osce.md), [amnesty](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amnesty.md), [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [disarmament](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disarmament.md), [diplomacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/diplomacy.md)

### MV Cape Ray and the Destruction of Syrian Chemical Weapons

- **Episode:** [588: Velveeta Shortage!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/588-velveeta-shortage.md)
- **Published:** 2014-02-05
- **Time:** 2:27:07–2:32:18
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/588-velveeta-shortage/chapter/mv-cape-ray-and-the-destruction-of-syrian-chemical-weapons.md

The hosts discuss the deployment of the MV Cape Ray, a U.S. Navy container ship tasked with neutralizing Syrian chemical weapons at sea. They connect this to their previous discussion on methylfentanyl, suggesting the "destruction" of these chemicals might actually be a cover for diverting them into the illicit drug market or other clandestine operations.

Keywords: mv cape ray, [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [chemical weapons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chemical-weapons.md), [navy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/navy.md), methylfentanyl, [maritime](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/maritime.md), [disarmament](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disarmament.md)

### General Alexander Submarine Analogy, Big Data Oversight

- **Episode:** [574: Make Happy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/574-make-happy.md)
- **Published:** 2013-12-15
- **Time:** 1:22:21–1:25:17
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/574-make-happy/chapter/general-alexander-submarine-analogy-big-data-oversight.md

General Keith Alexander uses a confusing analogy involving submarines surfacing to defend NSA big data collection. He argues that passing laws to restrict intelligence gathering would be "unilaterally disarming." The hosts compare the use of technical jargon in hearings to their own past experiences "bullshitting" in corporate pitches.

Keywords: [keith alexander](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/keith-alexander.md), [big data](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/big-data.md), [submarines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/submarines.md), unilateral disarmament, [senate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/senate.md)

### UK Knife Laws, Pre-Crime Legislation

- **Episode:** [496: Shoot Look Shoot](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/496-shoot-look-shoot.md)
- **Published:** 2013-03-17
- **Time:** 2:43:25–2:46:31
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/496-shoot-look-shoot/chapter/uk-knife-laws-pre-crime-legislation.md

The UK government is considering legislation that would create a legal assumption that anyone carrying a knife intends to use it, leading to mandatory prison sentences. The hosts characterize this as "pre-crime" logic and part of a broader global effort to disarm citizens and increase state control.

Keywords: [united kingdom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-kingdom.md), [david cameron](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-cameron.md), knife laws, [pre-crime](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pre-crime.md), [disarmament](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disarmament.md)

### UN Small Arms Transfer Treaty, Hillary Clinton

- **Episode:** [428: Muslim Hugger](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/428-muslim-hugger.md)
- **Published:** 2012-07-22
- **Time:** 21:53–25:15
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/428-muslim-hugger/chapter/un-small-arms-transfer-treaty-hillary-clinton.md

The United Nations Small Arms Transfer Treaty, discussed in New York in July 2012, is identified as a potential beneficiary of the Aurora shooting narrative. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton's support for international arms transfer controls is framed as a move toward a global registry and the eventual disarmament of private citizens. The timing of the treaty discussions relative to the shooting is highlighted as significant.

Keywords: [united nations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-nations.md), small arms treaty, [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), global registry, [disarmament](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disarmament.md)

### Leon Panetta's Disarmed Speech to Marines in Afghanistan

- **Episode:** [391: Simulation Investment](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/391-simulation-investment.md)
- **Published:** 2012-03-15
- **Time:** 2:23:53–2:29:07
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/391-simulation-investment/chapter/leon-panetta-s-disarmed-speech-to-marines-in-afghanistan.md

Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta visits the Helmand province in Afghanistan and delivers a speech to Marines who were reportedly ordered to disarm before his arrival. The hosts criticize the speech as "boring bull crap" and note the lack of applause from the troops.

Keywords: [leon panetta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/leon-panetta.md), [marines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marines.md), [afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [helmand province](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/helmand-province.md), [disarmament](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disarmament.md)

### Baroness Catherine Ashton and Communist Funding Allegations

- **Episode:** [152: Attack Of The Icebergs](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/152-attack-of-the-icebergs.md)
- **Published:** 2009-11-29
- **Time:** 1:17:34–1:21:52
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/152-attack-of-the-icebergs/chapter/baroness-catherine-ashton-and-communist-funding-allegations.md

Nigel Farage questioned the fitness of Baroness Catherine Ashton for her role in EU overseas security, citing her past as treasurer for the Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament (CND). Farage alleges the CND took undisclosed donations from communist sources during her tenure.

Keywords: [catherine ashton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/catherine-ashton.md), campaign for nuclear disarmament, cnd, will howard, [european union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-union.md)

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