# White Helmets on The No Agenda Show

White Helmets comes up in 29 chapters across 27 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from October 2016 to December 2025.

- **Chapters:** 29
- **Episodes:** 27
- **Discussed:** October 2016 – December 2025
- **Related topics:** [Syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [Propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), [Aleppo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aleppo.md), [Bashar Al-assad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bashar-al-assad.md), [Bbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbc.md), [Usaid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usaid.md), [Damascus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/damascus.md), [Heather Nauert](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/heather-nauert.md), [Israel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/israel.md), [Jordan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jordan.md)

## Chapters 1–20 of 29

### Dutch Financing of Foreign Conflicts, MH17 Shootdown Speculation

- **Episode:** [1071: Commie Comey](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1071-commie-comey.md)
- **Published:** 2025-12-31
- **Time:** 6:38–10:01
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1071-commie-comey/chapter/dutch-financing-of-foreign-conflicts-mh17-shootdown-speculation.md

Recent Freedom of Information filings in the Netherlands suggest Dutch taxpayer money financed White Helmets activity in Syria and political upheaval in Kiev. Speculation arises regarding whether this involvement relates to the MH17 plane shootdown, which carried many Dutch citizens. Additionally, the Netherlands is reportedly granting the U.S. military access to sovereign ground in Curaçao and may join the Five Eyes intelligence network.

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### White Helmets, Syria, USAID Funding

- **Episode:** [1759: Eat The Babies](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1759-eat-the-babies.md)
- **Published:** 2025-04-27
- **Time:** 2:48:49–2:54:28
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1759-eat-the-babies/chapter/white-helmets-syria-usaid-funding.md

The White Helmets, an emergency responder group in Syria, have established a new headquarters in Damascus following the fall of Bashar al-Assad. While the group was previously vilified by the Assad regime, they are now integrated into the national cabinet and tasked with finding missing persons and clearing mines. The hosts note that USAID, which was dismantled by the Trump administration, was previously the group's largest funder.

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### White Helmets, Syrian Chemical Weapons Debate

- **Episode:** [1714: Octocopter](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1714-octocopter.md)
- **Published:** 2024-11-21
- **Time:** 2:53:09–2:59:03
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1714-octocopter/chapter/white-helmets-syrian-chemical-weapons-debate.md

The debate over Tulsi Gabbard's 2017 meeting with Bashar al-Assad resurfaced, with Nikki Haley labeling Gabbard's skepticism of chemical weapon attacks as "disgusting." The hosts counter that many of the reported attacks were faked or staged by groups like the White Helmets. The segment criticizes Haley's reliance on establishment talking points and her defense of the military-industrial complex.

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### Linda Thomas-Greenfield Syria Visit, White Helmets Meeting

- **Episode:** [1456: Verbate](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1456-verbate.md)
- **Published:** 2022-06-02
- **Time:** 2:17:01–2:23:18
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1456-verbate/chapter/linda-thomas-greenfield-syria-visit-white-helmets-meeting.md

U.S. Ambassador to the UN Linda Thomas-Greenfield visited the Turkish-Syrian border to advocate for the renewal of a UN aid program. During her trip, she met with the White Helmets, a group that has been both praised as rescuers and criticized for allegedly staging events. The mission is viewed with suspicion by some who suggest the aid routes may be used for purposes beyond humanitarian relief in opposition-controlled regions.

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### International Criminal Court, White Helmets in Ukraine, and False Flags

- **Episode:** [1436: Frog of War](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1436-frog-of-war.md)
- **Published:** 2022-03-24
- **Time:** 48:57–52:32
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1436-frog-of-war/chapter/international-criminal-court-white-helmets-in-ukraine-and-false-flags.md

The Biden administration is reportedly considering joining the International Criminal Court (ICC) to facilitate the prosecution of Russian war crimes, despite past U.S. opposition to the court. Concerns are raised about the presence of the "White Helmets" in Ukraine, a group previously linked to staged chemical weapons attacks in Syria. The hosts suggest that the group's involvement may signal the preparation of a false flag event to justify further NATO intervention.

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### White Helmets, OPCW Credibility and European Parliament Clash

- **Episode:** [1339: Accelerationism](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1339-accelerationism.md)
- **Published:** 2021-04-20
- **Time:** 2:19:14–2:26:10
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1339-accelerationism/chapter/white-helmets-opcw-credibility-and-european-parliament-clash.md

Irish MEP Mick Wallace challenged the Director General of the OPCW in the European Parliament regarding the suppression of dissenting inspectors in the Syria chemical weapons investigation. Wallace accused the organization of leaking false information to Bellingcat and the BBC to undermine whistleblowers. The subcommittee chair apologized to the Director General, labeling Wallace's questioning as "fake news" and sparking a debate over freedom of speech in the EU.

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### Doctored Evidence, Institutional Corruption and Bill Gates

- **Episode:** [1322: Dark Fate](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1322-dark-fate.md)
- **Published:** 2021-02-18
- **Time:** 53:10–57:35
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1322-dark-fate/chapter/doctored-evidence-institutional-corruption-and-bill-gates.md

A wide-ranging critique of institutional corruption covers the Sackler family's role in the opioid crisis, the "doctored evidence" of the White Helmets in Syria, and the influence of China on the NBA and Apple. Bill Gates is singled out for his promotion of processed meats and his frequent media appearances. The rise of independent commentators like Tim Pool is attributed to a general loss of faith in the medical community, central banks, and mainstream media.

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### White Helmets, Staged Chemical Attacks Confession

- **Episode:** [1264: Mask Debate](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1264-mask-debate.md)
- **Published:** 2020-07-30
- **Time:** 2:42:52–2:45:50
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1264-mask-debate/chapter/white-helmets-staged-chemical-attacks-confession.md

A study presented to the United Nations reveals that members of the "White Helmets" admitted to staging fake chemical attacks in Syria to provoke Western military retaliation. Participants described using toothpaste to simulate foaming at the mouth and giving children candy to act sick on camera. These findings validate previous claims made by Tulsi Gabbard and independent journalists who labeled the group's activities as fraudulent.

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### Call of Duty, White Helmets Propaganda

- **Episode:** [1143: Nance in the Hood](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1143-nance-in-the-hood.md)
- **Published:** 2019-06-06
- **Time:** 2:39:00–2:40:34
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1143-nance-in-the-hood/chapter/call-of-duty-white-helmets-propaganda.md

The upcoming Call of Duty video game reportedly features the White Helmets, a Syrian rescue group, as "good guys" while depicting Russian forces as villains. Critics argue the game incorporates real-life propaganda reels from the Syrian conflict into its narrative. The segment notes the difficulty of changing game scripts once they are aligned with specific geopolitical narratives.

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### BBC Syria Propaganda and White Helmet Staging

- **Episode:** [1141: Nadster](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1141-nadster.md)
- **Published:** 2019-05-30
- **Time:** 2:07:38–2:14:07
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1141-nadster/chapter/bbc-syria-propaganda-and-white-helmet-staging.md

The BBC is criticized for airing a report based on documents allegedly rescued from Syrian intelligence buildings by a Washington-based campaign group. The report attempts to link President Bashar al-Assad to premeditated human rights violations despite a lack of signed evidence.

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### White Helmets, Staged Chemical Attacks Report

- **Episode:** [1134: Opinion People](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1134-opinion-people.md)
- **Published:** 2019-05-05
- **Time:** 2:06:34–2:09:03
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1134-opinion-people/chapter/white-helmets-staged-chemical-attacks-report.md

A report presented to the United Nations claims that members of the White Helmets admitted to staging fake chemical attacks in Syria to provoke Western military intervention. The report, covered by One America News, alleges that civilians were paid to play dead and use toothpaste to simulate foaming at the mouth. The hosts call for the Academy to revoke the Oscar awarded to the White Helmets documentary.

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### White Helmets Evacuation, Syria and Israel Non-Intervention

- **Episode:** [1054: Without Evidence](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence.md)
- **Published:** 2018-07-29
- **Time:** 16:41–20:13
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence/chapter/white-helmets-evacuation-syria-and-israel-non-intervention.md

Israel evacuated members of the White Helmets and their families from Syria to Jordan following requests from the United States and Europe. The group is slated for resettlement in Britain, Germany, and Canada. The hosts express skepticism regarding the organization's humanitarian status, suggesting they have ties to extremist groups and that the evacuation is part of a larger geopolitical deal involving Syrian oil.

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### White Helmets Evacuation, Israel and Syria Relations

- **Episode:** [1053: Lefties are Right](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1053-lefties-are-right.md)
- **Published:** 2018-07-24
- **Time:** 4:06–7:43
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1053-lefties-are-right/chapter/white-helmets-evacuation-israel-and-syria-relations.md

Israel evacuated 800 members of the White Helmets and their families from southern Syria to Jordan following requests from the United States and European nations. The group will reportedly be resettled in Britain, Germany, and Canada after a three-month stay in Jordan. Speculation suggests this evacuation was a result of a secret deal between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin during their Helsinki summit to stabilize the Golan Heights region.

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### White Helmets Funding, State Department, Syria Stabilization

- **Episode:** [1027: Folding Pre-school](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1027-folding-pre-school.md)
- **Published:** 2018-04-22
- **Time:** 2:31:36–2:35:16
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1027-folding-pre-school/chapter/white-helmets-funding-state-department-syria-stabilization.md

State Department spokesperson Heather Nauert addressed the status of U.S. funding for the White Helmets in Syria. Despite a general pause on stabilization funds, Nauert indicated that the group's "excellent work" continues to be supported, leading to confusion over conflicting internal documents.

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### Lord West, BBC Syria Intelligence Skepticism

- **Episode:** [1026: DE-ISIS](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1026-de-isis.md)
- **Published:** 2018-04-19
- **Time:** 2:40:44–2:45:29
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1026-de-isis/chapter/lord-west-bbc-syria-intelligence-skepticism.md

Former Royal Navy Commander Lord West expressed skepticism on the BBC regarding the intelligence used to justify strikes against the Assad regime. West argued that Assad had no tactical reason to use chemical weapons while on the verge of victory in Douma. He suggested that the White Helmets are not neutral actors and warned that Islamist groups might stage attacks to provoke Western military intervention.

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### Peter Ford on Staged Chemical Attacks and White Helmets

- **Episode:** [1024: Poop Particle](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1024-poop-particle.md)
- **Published:** 2018-04-12
- **Time:** 2:06:39–2:15:09
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1024-poop-particle/chapter/peter-ford-on-staged-chemical-attacks-and-white-helmets.md

Former UK Ambassador to Syria Peter Ford appears on the BBC to argue that the chemical attacks in Douma were likely staged by "pro-Islamist propaganda outfits" like the White Helmets. Ford questions why Assad would use chemical weapons when he was already winning the battle for Eastern Ghouta.

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### NPR Report on Daily Life in Damascus

- **Episode:** [1024: Poop Particle](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1024-poop-particle.md)
- **Published:** 2018-04-12
- **Time:** 2:15:09–2:25:15
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1024-poop-particle/chapter/npr-report-on-daily-life-in-damascus.md

An NPR report features a resident of Damascus who claims life is normal and that citizens are joking about Trump's "smart missiles." The interviewee refutes the chemical attack narrative, citing the Syrian Red Crescent, while the NPR reporter refuses to debate the validity of the videos.

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### Idlib Sarin Gas Report, White Helmets, State Department

- **Episode:** [944: Ming the Magnificent](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/944-ming-the-magnificent.md)
- **Published:** 2017-07-06
- **Time:** 2:32:38–2:35:59
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/944-ming-the-magnificent/chapter/idlib-sarin-gas-report-white-helmets-state-department.md

A UN report on the chemical weapons attack in Idlib, Syria, was conducted without investigators visiting the site, relying instead on samples from the White Helmets. State Department spokesperson Heather Nauert maintains there is "no debate" that the Assad regime was responsible, despite Russian objections to the investigation's methodology.

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### Aleppo Convoy Bombing and White Helmets

- **Episode:** [921: Bagels & Bins](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/921-bagels-bins.md)
- **Published:** 2017-04-16
- **Time:** 52:52–54:20
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/921-bagels-bins/chapter/aleppo-convoy-bombing-and-white-helmets.md

A car bomb targeting a convoy of evacuees near Aleppo, Syria, killed over 100 people. The White Helmets reported removing bodies from the scene, while state media provided lower casualty counts. The victims were residents from pro-regime villages who had been stalled in a transfer deal. The hosts contrast the high death toll of this "cheap" car bomb with the expensive MOAB strike in Afghanistan.

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### Swedish Doctors for Human Rights Critique White Helmets

- **Episode:** [921: Bagels & Bins](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/921-bagels-bins.md)
- **Published:** 2017-04-16
- **Time:** 54:20–56:00
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/921-bagels-bins/chapter/swedish-doctors-for-human-rights-critique-white-helmets.md

The director of Swedish Doctors for Human Rights has criticized the White Helmets, claiming their life-saving procedures shown in videos are non-medical and counterproductive. The organization also points to evidence of coordinated video uploads between the White Helmets and the Al-Nusra Front. These allegations suggest a propaganda link between the "rescue" group and militant rebels.

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