LIVE: MeidasTouch RESPONDS to MAJOR BREAKING NEWS - 5/18/26
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Summary
Takeaways
- ❖Donald Trump announced and then retracted a plan to bomb Iran, leading to public mockery from Iranian officials.
- ❖Russia and China are formalizing a 'multi-polar world order' with 40 signed agreements, contrasting with Trump's unproductive visit to China.
- ❖Ukraine has demonstrated significant long-range strike capabilities, hitting deep inside Moscow and critical Russian infrastructure.
- ❖Unexplained incidents at nuclear sites in the UAE and Israel, along with an oil depot fire in Venezuela, are occurring without clear US government explanations.
- ❖The US is allegedly creating a pretext for action against Cuba by claiming it acquired 300 drones capable of targeting Florida.
- ❖Donald Trump attacked Canada and Greenland after a perceived failed trip to China, leading to the Pentagon pausing a long-standing US-Canada defense board.
- ❖Donald Trump made approximately 3,800 stock trades in Q1 2026, including in companies like Nvidia and Dell, raising concerns about conflicts of interest.
- ❖Trump dismissed a $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS to establish a $1.776 billion 'weaponization fund' for January 6th insurrectionists and others.
- ❖Treasury Secretary Scott Bessant extended sanctions relief for Russian oil sales, allowing Russia to fund its war against Ukraine.
Insights
1Trump's Erratic Iran Policy and International Mockery
Donald Trump announced a plan to bomb Iran within 24 hours, then retracted it 30-45 minutes later, claiming progress in negotiations with Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and UAE. Iran publicly mocked Trump with video memes, highlighting his perceived instability and lack of seriousness in negotiations, which they claim have not moved from their established framework.
Trump's announcement and retraction; Iran's IRGC spokesperson posting mocking video memes.
2Russia-China Alliance Solidifies a 'Multi-Polar World Order'
Vladimir Putin's visit to China resulted in the signing of 40 documents and a joint declaration on forming a 'multi-polar world and a new type of international relations.' This move is framed as a direct jab at Donald Trump's perceived weakening of US influence, with China emerging as the dominant hegemonic power.
Putin and Xi Jinping announcing 40 signed documents and a declaration on a multi-polar world order coordination.
3Ukraine's Long-Range Strikes on Moscow Shift Battlefield Initiative
Ukraine, under President Zelensky, has successfully conducted ballistic missile and drone strikes deep into Moscow, evading Russian air defense systems and hitting critical infrastructure like oil depots. This demonstrates Ukraine's advanced military capabilities and a significant shift in battlefield initiative, contradicting earlier dismissals of Zelensky's strength by Trump.
Zelensky's statement about large-scale operations against Moscow region targets over 500km away, hitting heavily defended areas and critical infrastructure.
4Suspicious Incidents at Middle East Nuclear Sites and US Drone Loss
Multiple drones allegedly hit a nuclear power plant in the UAE, following an 'explosion' and mushroom cloud at an Israeli nuclear site (claimed by Israel as a controlled detonation). An American MQ9 Reaper drone was shot down over Yemen, and Saudi Arabia reported drone attacks, while a Venezuelan oil depot 'spontaneously' blew up. The hosts suggest a lack of transparent reporting from the US government on these significant events.
Reports of drones hitting UAE nuclear plant, Israeli nuclear site 'explosion' with mushroom cloud, MQ9 Reaper drone shot down over Yemen, Saudi drone attacks, Venezuelan oil depot fire.
5US Creates Pretext for Action Against Cuba with Drone Claims
The US, via Axios, reported that Cuba acquired 300 drones capable of targeting Florida, which local Florida sheriffs denied knowledge of. This is framed by the hosts as a 'pretext' for urgent US action against Cuba, drawing parallels to past justifications for war based on false pretenses.
Axios report on Cuban drones, Florida sheriff's denial, MAGA Republican Congress members advocating for action against Cuba.
6Trump Attacks Allies Canada and Greenland Post-China Trip
Following a 'disastrous' trip to China, Donald Trump's administration attacked Canada, pausing the 1940-established Canada-US Defense Board and criticizing Canada's military spending (despite Canada increasing it but buying from Europe). Trump also demanded veto power over Greenland's investments and indefinite US military presence without Danish permission, sending a 'sociopathic' envoy, Jeff Landry.
Elbridge Colby's statement on pausing the Canada-US Defense Board; Charlie Angus's commentary on Canada's increased spending with European partners; New York Times report on Trump's demands for Greenland and Jeff Landry's envoy role.
7Donald Trump's 3,800 Stock Trades in Q1 2026 Raise Corruption Concerns
Donald Trump executed approximately 3,800 stock trades in Q1 2026, averaging one transaction every 9 minutes and 26 seconds. These trades involved individual stocks like Nvidia, Dell, and Boeing, and occurred around critical war-related news swings, raising significant concerns about conflicts of interest and market manipulation, especially given his public statements influencing stock prices.
Disclosure of 3,800 stock trades in Q1 2026, including specific companies like Nvidia and Dell, and the timing relative to war events.
8Trump's $1.776 Billion 'Weaponization Fund' for J6 Insurrectionists
Trump dismissed a $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS and Treasury Department, instead announcing a 'settlement' to create a $1.776 billion 'weaponization fund.' This fund is intended to be doled out by Trump and a committee of 'Trump sickens' to January 6th insurrectionists and others claiming injury by the Biden administration, framed by the hosts as a corrupt use of taxpayer money for political retribution.
Trump dismissing his IRS lawsuit and announcing a $1.776 billion 'weaponization fund' for J6 insurrectionists and 'injured' individuals.
Key Concepts
Crab Mentality
The hosts describe the MAGA movement and global authoritarians (Trump, Putin, Orban) as exhibiting 'crab mentality,' where they pull others down into their 'loserdom' rather than allowing anyone to succeed, even their own supporters.
Accuse Others of What You Are Guilty Of
This Freudian and Nazi regime tactic is used to describe JD Vance's rhetoric, where he criticizes 'fraudsters' and 'theft' while the Trump administration is simultaneously engaging in allegedly corrupt financial dealings and fund creation.
Lessons
- Support independent media outlets that provide in-depth reporting and analysis of government actions, as mainstream media may overlook or downplay critical stories.
- Critically evaluate political narratives and claims, especially those from government officials, by seeking out diverse sources and verifying facts, particularly regarding international conflicts and financial dealings.
- Advocate for stricter regulations on stock trading by elected officials and their families to prevent conflicts of interest and perceived market manipulation.
Notable Moments
Zelensky's prescient warning to Trump in the Oval Office about future wars and the need for allies.
This moment, where Zelensky warned Trump about future conflicts despite the US's geographic isolation, is highlighted as a prophetic statement that defines the 'failed Trump era' and the 'decline of American power,' given current global events.
Jim Cramer's non-response to questions about Trump's stock trades on CNBC.
Kramer's inability to articulate a response, instead making 'blah blah' noises, is presented as evidence of media complicity or fear in addressing Trump's alleged financial improprieties, reinforcing the hosts' view of a 'MAGA property' media landscape.
Quotes
"Your country is on the decline. Yeah, we are on the decline, but aren't I making it hot, Gi? Aren't I making it hot?"
"A strong Canada that prioritizes hard power over rhetoric benefits us all. Unfortunately, Canada has failed to make credible progress on its defense commitments. The Department of War is pausing the permanent joint board on defense to reassess how this forum benefits shared North American defense."
"Donald Trump is elevating once again the threat to Canada. He's so desperate to change the channel on the dumpster fire in the straight of her moods. Heck, he's had his picture taken with some guy in a green alien suit to distract people. and whenever he needs to distract his base, he turns back to threatening Canada."
"America under Trump is like the pedto. It's like we're like the gross thing. Like don't don't think that we're the cool kid anymore."
"The world stands at the cusp of a new order. As President Xi said, the transformation unseen in a century is accelerating across the globe. And I emphasize that the Iranians nation 70-day resistance has accelerated this transformation. The future belongs to the global south."
"The war is quite predictably returning to its home port and this is a clear signal that it is not worth messing with Ukraine and waging an unjust war of aggression against another nation specifically against the people."
"If you want to rebuild the American dream for the next generation, vote against the crazy leadership in Washington DC."
"President Trump does not need more people in Washington who are trying to make a point, especially from his own party. He needs people willing to help him win, to vote with him when it matters the most."
"I'm here in my personal capacity as a private citizen, a fellow American, and a fellow combat veteran. uh here to support Navy Seal Ed Galrine."
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