Blog•Apr 1, 2026
Operation Cuckoo's Nest
The Israeli Knesset approved a bill making the death penalty the default sentence for any Palestinian convicted of a deadly attack, sparking international condemnation. Meanwhile, former President Trump repeatedly claimed the Iran‑Israel conflict was nearing its end while distancing the U.S. from further involvement in the Strait of Hormuz. The U.S. also eased its naval blockade of Cuba, permitting a Russian tanker to deliver urgently needed fuel. In the United States, the “No Kings” protest attracted an estimated 8‑9 million participants, marking the largest single‑day turnout in U.S. history.
By Quentin Quarantino with Tommy Marcus