# Isil on The No Agenda Show

Isil comes up in 86 chapters across 65 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from May 2014 to April 2022.

- **Chapters:** 86
- **Episodes:** 65
- **Discussed:** May 2014 – April 2022
- **Related topics:** [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [Isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [Syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [Iraq](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iraq.md), [Pentagon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pentagon.md), [John Kerry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kerry.md), [Josh Earnest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/josh-earnest.md), [Terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/terrorism.md), [John Kirby](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kirby.md), [Russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md)

## Chapters 1–20 of 86

### U.S. Bombing Campaign in Sirte, Libya Oil Interests

- **Episode:** [848: Cash on a Pallet](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/848-cash-on-a-pallet.md)
- **Published:** 2022-04-28
- **Time:** 1:04:01–1:09:56
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/848-cash-on-a-pallet/chapter/u-s-bombing-campaign-in-sirte-libya-oil-interests.md

President Obama authorized a new air campaign against ISIL in Sirte, Libya, citing national security interests. The discussion posits that the true objective is protecting oil refineries and shipping ports vital to French, British, and American interests. The intervention is being conducted under the Government of National Accord (GNA), a body established with Western support.

Keywords: [libya](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libya.md), sirte, [isil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isil.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [oil refineries](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oil-refineries.md)

### Depleted Uranium, US Airstrikes in Syria

- **Episode:** [904: Reich 4.0](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/904-reich-4-0.md)
- **Published:** 2017-02-16
- **Time:** 1:48:23–1:51:50
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/904-reich-4-0/chapter/depleted-uranium-us-airstrikes-in-syria.md

The Pentagon admitted to using over 5,000 rounds of depleted uranium (DU) during airstrikes against ISIL oil convoys in Syria in November 2015. This contradicts previous US claims that DU would not be used in the conflict, raising concerns about long-term health effects and birth defects.

Keywords: [depleted uranium](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/depleted-uranium.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [isil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isil.md), [pentagon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pentagon.md), [birth defects](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birth-defects.md)

### Chemical Weapons Threat Warnings in Germany

- **Episode:** [898: Chain of Lies](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/898-chain-of-lies.md)
- **Published:** 2017-01-26
- **Time:** 2:10:25–2:12:13
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/898-chain-of-lies/chapter/chemical-weapons-threat-warnings-in-germany.md

The German government and Federal Criminal Police have issued warnings regarding potential chemical weapons attacks on food and water supplies. These concerns are heightened by reports of military equipment stolen from a U.S. base in Stuttgart and the discovery of a bomb factory in Brussels. Additionally, two nuclear power plant workers reportedly fled to Syria to join ISIL, raising alarms about the security of critical infrastructure in Europe.

Keywords: [germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germany.md), [chemical weapons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chemical-weapons.md), [stuttgart](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stuttgart.md), [isil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isil.md), [nuclear power](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nuclear-power.md), [terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/terrorism.md)

### James Clapper Testifies on Russian Cyber Posture and Threats

- **Episode:** [892: Foot Stomp](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/892-foot-stomp.md)
- **Published:** 2017-01-08
- **Time:** 4:19–8:36
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/892-foot-stomp/chapter/james-clapper-testifies-on-russian-cyber-posture-and-threats.md

Director of National Intelligence James Clapper testified before Congress regarding global cyber threats, specifically highlighting Russia's aggressive cyber posture and espionage operations. Clapper noted a reduction in Chinese cyber activity against U.S. companies since 2015 but warned of ongoing threats from Iran, North Korea, and ISIL. The testimony emphasized the challenge of commercial encryption and the potential for cyber operations to manipulate electronic data and erode public trust in institutions.

Keywords: [james clapper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-clapper.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [cyber espionage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cyber-espionage.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [isil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isil.md), [encryption](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/encryption.md), [national intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-intelligence.md)

### Google Self-Driving Car Accident and Mosul Dam Risk

- **Episode:** [889: The Christmas Special](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/889-the-christmas-special.md)
- **Published:** 2016-12-26
- **Time:** 54:55–55:47
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/889-the-christmas-special/chapter/google-self-driving-car-accident-and-mosul-dam-risk.md

A Google self-driving car was involved in a low-speed collision with a bus in Mountain View, California, which the hosts interpret as a failure of "skip logic" algorithms. Separately, U.S. officials warned of a catastrophic risk of failure at the Mosul Dam in Iraq, which could displace over a million people if it collapses.

Keywords: [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), self-driving car, [mountain view](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mountain-view.md), [iraq](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iraq.md), [mosul dam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mosul-dam.md), [isil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isil.md)

### Obama's "Weaker Country" Comment, Sebastian Gorka on ISIL

- **Episode:** [887: Fact Checkmate](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/887-fact-checkmate.md)
- **Published:** 2016-12-18
- **Time:** 1:03:01–1:07:03
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/887-fact-checkmate/chapter/obama-s-weaker-country-comment-sebastian-gorka-on-isil.md

President Obama characterized Russia as a "smaller, weaker country" whose economy only produces oil, gas, and arms. Separately, analyst Sebastian Gorka provided an explanation for why the administration uses the term "ISIL" instead of "ISIS." Gorka claims the use of "ISIL" (Levant) is intended to avoid reminding the public that the "S" stands for Syria, where the administration's "red line" policy failed.

Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [sebastian gorka](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sebastian-gorka.md), [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [isil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isil.md)

### Turkey Military Operation, President Erdogan, Syria Intervention

- **Episode:** [882: Fact Check False](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/882-fact-check-false.md)
- **Published:** 2016-12-01
- **Time:** 6:02–8:35
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/882-fact-check-false/chapter/turkey-military-operation-president-erdogan-syria-intervention.md

President Recep Erdogan announces Turkey's military intervention in Syria, titled Operation Euphrates Shield, with the stated goal of ousting Bashar al-Assad. The operation targets border areas held by ISIL and Kurdish PKK forces. The hosts express concern over the increasing number of international actors involved in the Syrian conflict.

Keywords: recep erdogan, [turkey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turkey.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [bashar al-assad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bashar-al-assad.md), operation euphrates shield, [isil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isil.md), [pkk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pkk.md)

### ISIL Drone Usage and Kinetic Kill Terminology

- **Episode:** [872: Kinetic Kill](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/872-kinetic-kill.md)
- **Published:** 2016-10-27
- **Time:** 1:52:51–1:56:34
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/872-kinetic-kill/chapter/isil-drone-usage-and-kinetic-kill-terminology.md

A US military commander in Iraq describes ISIL's "creative" use of drones for reconnaissance and as "Trojan horses" rigged with explosives. The commander uses the term "kinetic kill" to describe shooting down drones with small arms fire. The hosts mock the use of such "idiotic" military terminology and predict that these stories will be used to justify new regulations or bans on civilian drones in the United States.

Keywords: [isil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isil.md), [drones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drones.md), [uav](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uav.md), kinetic kill, [trojan horse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trojan-horse.md), [iraq](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iraq.md)

### CIA Director John Brennan, Inspired Terrorism and Caliphate

- **Episode:** [865: Wall of Phlegm](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/865-wall-of-phlegm.md)
- **Published:** 2016-10-02
- **Time:** 1:41:09–1:46:30
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/865-wall-of-phlegm/chapter/cia-director-john-brennan-inspired-terrorism-and-caliphate.md

CIA Director John Brennan discussed the shift from directed to "inspired" terrorism during a panel moderated by CNN's Jake Tapper. Brennan used the traditional Arabic pronunciation of "Caliphate" and warned of a "terrorist diaspora" occurring over the next several years. He argued that rhetoric disparaging Islam is detrimental to U.S. national security interests.

Keywords: [john brennan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-brennan.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [isil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isil.md), [caliphate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/caliphate.md), [jake tapper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jake-tapper.md)

### Digital Privacy Tips, Facebook Propaganda Arrests

- **Episode:** [864: Putin Popularity Poll](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/864-putin-popularity-poll.md)
- **Published:** 2016-09-29
- **Time:** 2:37:32–2:40:56
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/864-putin-popularity-poll/chapter/digital-privacy-tips-facebook-propaganda-arrests.md

Following the Rule 41 discussion, the hosts advise listeners to use physical camera covers and shut down machines at night. Meanwhile, European authorities arrested five individuals in Spain, Belgium, and Germany for allegedly spreading ISIL propaganda on a Facebook page with over 30,000 followers.

Keywords: [encryption](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/encryption.md), [isil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isil.md), [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), [spain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spain.md), [belgium](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/belgium.md)

### Pentagon No-Fly Zone Semantics in Syria

- **Episode:** [854: Premedicated](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/854-premedicated.md)
- **Published:** 2016-08-25
- **Time:** 21:23–24:53
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/854-premedicated/chapter/pentagon-no-fly-zone-semantics-in-syria.md

Pentagon spokesman Peter Cook faces questioning from reporter Barbara Starr regarding the establishment of a de facto no-fly zone in Syria. While the Pentagon officially denies implementing a no-fly zone, they admit to warning Syrian forces not to fly in areas where U.S. and coalition forces are operating. The exchange highlights the linguistic gymnastics used by the Department of Defense to avoid the legal and diplomatic implications of the term "no-fly zone."

Keywords: [pentagon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pentagon.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [no-fly zone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-fly-zone.md), [barbara starr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barbara-starr.md), peter cook, [isil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isil.md)

### Erdogan's Pivot East, Fethullah Gulen Schools

- **Episode:** [851: Captain Talking Points](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/851-captain-talking-points.md)
- **Published:** 2016-08-14
- **Time:** 2:52:45–2:55:31
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/851-captain-talking-points/chapter/erdogan-s-pivot-east-fethullah-gulen-schools.md

President Erdogan is reportedly pivoting Turkey away from the EU and toward Russia, inviting joint operations against ISIL. The hosts discuss the "Killing Ed" documentary and the lack of media attention regarding the Fethullah Gulen charter school network and its alleged political influence in the United States.

Keywords: [erdogan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/erdogan.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [isil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isil.md), [fethullah gulen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fethullah-gulen.md), [charter schools](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charter-schools.md)

### Civilian Casualty Calculus, US Airstrikes, Michael Maloof

- **Episode:** [847: Clean Food](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/847-clean-food.md)
- **Published:** 2016-07-31
- **Time:** 12:25–14:41
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/847-clean-food/chapter/civilian-casualty-calculus-us-airstrikes-michael-maloof.md

Reports indicate the U.S. military uses a specific "calculus" to determine acceptable civilian casualties during airstrikes, with one official citing a limit of 50 lives to destroy an ISIL cash vault. Former Pentagon official Michael Maloof claims these policies persist because they lack mainstream media coverage. The hosts criticize the transparency of the State Department regarding these deaths.

Keywords: [pentagon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pentagon.md), [civilian casualties](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/civilian-casualties.md), [isil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isil.md), michael maloof, [state department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-department.md)

### France Terror, Nice Truck Attack Investigation

- **Episode:** [846: Tardy Party](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/846-tardy-party.md)
- **Published:** 2016-07-28
- **Time:** 2:53:54–2:57:56
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/846-tardy-party/chapter/france-terror-nice-truck-attack-investigation.md

French authorities have arrested additional suspects linked to the Nice truck attacker, despite initial claims that the perpetrator had no ties to ISIL. President François Hollande warned of a long war against Islamist militancy, describing democracy as the "bull's eye" of the conflict. The segment also notes a massive bomb blast in Qamishli, Syria, targeting Kurdish security forces.

Keywords: [france](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/france.md), [nice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nice.md), [isil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isil.md), [françois hollande](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/francois-hollande.md), [terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/terrorism.md)

### Syrian Rebels and Episode 841 Sign-off

- **Episode:** [841: Summer of Chaos](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/841-summer-of-chaos.md)
- **Published:** 2016-07-10
- **Time:** 2:31:35–2:38:59
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/841-summer-of-chaos/chapter/syrian-rebels-and-episode-841-sign-off.md

The Pentagon-trained New Syrian Army suffered a defeat after US air support was diverted to Fallujah, leaving advanced weapons to be captured by ISIL. Adam Curry prepares for a trip to Las Vegas as the hosts sign off. The episode concludes with the "Donate to No Agenda" song and a montage of clips featuring James Comey and Hillary Clinton.

Keywords: syrian army, [isil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isil.md), [fallujah](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fallujah.md), [pentagon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pentagon.md), [vegas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vegas.md), [adios mofos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adios-mofos.md)

### Afghanistan Troop Levels, Obama War Policy

- **Episode:** [840: Hemicycle](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/840-hemicycle.md)
- **Published:** 2016-07-07
- **Time:** 2:48:51–2:51:16
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/840-hemicycle/chapter/afghanistan-troop-levels-obama-war-policy.md

President Obama announced that 8,400 U.S. troops will remain in Afghanistan through the end of the year, reversing previous plans to cut the force in half. The hosts argue the continued presence is primarily intended to protect poppy fields rather than combat Al Qaeda or ISIL.

Keywords: [afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [al qaeda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-qaeda.md), [isil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isil.md), [poppy fields](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/poppy-fields.md)

### European Terror Raids, UK Referendum Petition

- **Episode:** [835: Woman Person](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/835-woman-person.md)
- **Published:** 2016-06-19
- **Time:** 25:41–29:24
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/835-woman-person/chapter/european-terror-raids-uk-referendum-petition.md

Belgian police arrested 12 suspects in Molenbeek and other districts following threats against the Euro 2016 tournament. Simultaneously, a petition on the UK Parliament website to cancel the Brexit referendum reached over 46,000 signatures. The contrast between European tactical police responses and American law enforcement optics is noted.

Keywords: [belgium](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/belgium.md), [france](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/france.md), [molenbeek](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/molenbeek.md), [isil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isil.md), [uk parliament](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uk-parliament.md)

### ISIL Terminology, Middle East Regime Change Plan

- **Episode:** [835: Woman Person](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/835-woman-person.md)
- **Published:** 2016-06-19
- **Time:** 1:13:12–1:17:15
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/835-woman-person/chapter/isil-terminology-middle-east-regime-change-plan.md

The use of the term "ISIL" by the Obama administration is interpreted as a reference to the Levant, which includes Israel. General Wesley Clark's 2000s-era revelation of a Pentagon plan to take out seven countries in five years—including Iraq, Syria, Lebanon, and Iran—is cited as the underlying blueprint for current regional conflicts.

Keywords: [isil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isil.md), [levant](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/levant.md), [israel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/israel.md), [wesley clark](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wesley-clark.md), [hezbollah](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hezbollah.md)

### General Dunford Testimony, Assad's Air Force

- **Episode:** [821: Manterruptors](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/821-manterruptors.md)
- **Published:** 2016-05-01
- **Time:** 2:38:12–2:40:26
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/821-manterruptors/chapter/general-dunford-testimony-assad-s-air-force.md

General Dunford, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, testifies before Senator Wicker regarding the US capability to take out Bashar al-Assad's Air Force. Dunford states that while the capability exists, the US has not declared war on the Syrian regime. He declines to provide a public recommendation on whether the US should target Assad's forces, citing it as a private policy matter for the President.

Keywords: [general dunford](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/general-dunford.md), senator wicker, [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [bashar al-assad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bashar-al-assad.md), [air force](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/air-force.md), [isil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isil.md), [declaration of war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/declaration-of-war.md)

### PayPal Account Freezes and ISIS Keyword Triggers

- **Episode:** [812: Non-Disabled](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/812-non-disabled.md)
- **Published:** 2016-03-31
- **Time:** 1:07:22–1:11:39
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/812-non-disabled/chapter/paypal-account-freezes-and-isis-keyword-triggers.md

Ignacio Salome's donation leads to a warning about using keywords like "ISIS" or "ISIL" in PayPal notes. The hosts report that PayPal has been freezing accounts and questioning users who mention these terms, even in a critical or analytical context. They suggest that federal surveillance of financial transactions is actively flagging these keywords.

Keywords: ignacio salome, [paypal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paypal.md), [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [isil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isil.md), [financial surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/financial-surveillance.md), henry hernandez

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