UK Column News — 18th March 2026

Trump's Humiliation: Begging China to Save Him from Iran War Disaster | Silk and Steel► Subscribe to the UK Column YouTube channel ► https://bit.ly/ukcolumnofficialEpisode DescriptionIn this urgent episode of The Silk and Steel Podcast, Carl Zha is joined once again by Professor Warwick Powell from Australia to dissect the astonishing developments in Trump's catastrophic Iran war.The headlines write themselves:* Trump is now publicly begging China to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz – and threatening to cancel his visit to Beijing if they don't comply* But here's the problem: the Strait is already open for ships destined for China* Iran controls the tap, and they're letting Chinese oil tankers through while squeezing America's allies* The US is so desperate that they're stripping THAAD missile defenses from South Korea and sending 5,000 Marines from Okinawa to the Gulf* Meanwhile, China's 85% energy self-sufficiency means they can wait this out indefinitely► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1pm UK time or watch previous live recordings here: https://bit.ly/UKColumn_Live► [UK Column Website] Explore all our written and video content on the official UK Column website: https://www.ukcolumn.org/► [Support UK Column] Please donate to support our independent journalism & investigative journalism: https://support.ukcolumn.org/► [UK Column YouTube] Please subscribe to the UK Column News YouTube channel for more alternative news and independent news: https://bit.ly/ukcolumnofficialFollow #UKColumn on:► X: https://x.com/ukcolumn► Telegram: https://t.me/ukcolumn► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UKColumnExtracts► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uk_column_news

Who benefits from the war against Iran? | Jerm Warfare► Subscribe to the UK Column YouTube channel ► https://bit.ly/ukcolumnofficialKevork Almassian is an award-winning journalist and geopolitical expert. He is the founder of Syriana Analysis, an independent news and analysis platform that focuses on global affairs, with a particular emphasis on Syria and Armenia.In this episode, he discusses the geopolitical dynamics of Iran, Syria, Israel, and the US, exploring the regional power struggles, the role of ideology, and the implications of current conflicts.Gain insights into the regional strategies, the influence of global powers, and the future outlook of the Middle East.https://kevorkalmassian.substack.com/?utm_campaign=profile_chips► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1pm UK time or watch previous live recordings here: https://bit.ly/UKColumn_Live► [UK Column Website] Explore all our written and video content on the official UK Column website: https://www.ukcolumn.org/► [Support UK Column] Please donate to support our independent journalism & investigative journalism: https://support.ukcolumn.org/► [UK Column YouTube] Please subscribe to the UK Column News YouTube channel for more alternative news and independent news: https://bit.ly/ukcolumnofficialFollow #UKColumn on:► X: https://x.com/ukcolumn► Telegram: https://t.me/ukcolumn► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UKColumnExtracts► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uk_column_news

UK Column News — 20th March 2026► Subscribe to the UK Column YouTube channel ► https://bit.ly/ukcolumnofficialMike Robinson, Patrick Henningsen and Basil Valentine with today's UK Column News. ► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1pm UK time or watch previous live recordings here: https://bit.ly/UKColumn_Live► [UK Column Website] Explore all our written and video content on the official UK Column website: https://www.ukcolumn.org/► [Support UK Column] Please donate to support our independent journalism & investigative journalism: https://support.ukcolumn.org/► [UK Column YouTube] Please subscribe to the UK Column News YouTube channel for more alternative news and independent news: https://bit.ly/ukcolumnofficialFollow #UKColumn on:► X: https://x.com/ukcolumn► Telegram: https://t.me/ukcolumn► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UKColumnExtracts► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uk_column_news

Freedom, overpopulation, and perceptions | Jerm Warfare► Subscribe to the UK Column YouTube channel ► https://bit.ly/ukcolumnofficialJerm, Mike, and Charles explore themes of freedom, infrastructure, overpopulation, and environmental concerns through personal stories and global perspectives.They challenge common narratives about overpopulation, bureaucracy, and sustainability, offering insights into how infrastructure and mindset shape our experience of the world.► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1pm UK time or watch previous live recordings here: https://bit.ly/UKColumn_Live► [UK Column Website] Explore all our written and video content on the official UK Column website: https://www.ukcolumn.org/► [Support UK Column] Please donate to support our independent journalism & investigative journalism: https://support.ukcolumn.org/► [UK Column YouTube] Please subscribe to the UK Column News YouTube channel for more alternative news and independent news: https://bit.ly/ukcolumnofficialFollow #UKColumn on:► X: https://x.com/ukcolumn► Telegram: https://t.me/ukcolumn► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UKColumnExtracts► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uk_column_news

A Mother's Fight for the Return of Her Children | UK Column Interviews► Subscribe to the UK Column YouTube channel ► https://bit.ly/ukcolumnofficialCarol Whyte is a Fornethy Residential School abuse survivor.In this frank, brave, and forthright interview, Carol speaks about her Fornethy experiences and the court case of December 2025. She also tells more of her life story, including the loss of her children to social services, and their eventual return.Quiet, measured, and determined, Carol tells of her battle to survive abuse and regain control over her life. It is a life marred by memories she would rather forget.Carol also talks of her experiences with the UK justice system. Far from helping her as an abuse survivor, the state instead rewarded her by taking her children.In this poignant tale, Carol recounts what happened and how she found the courage to keep fighting for their return. This is a story of trials, tribulations, and unwanted engagement with UK Government agencies. However, it ends on a message of hope, love, and support, and how her children have successfully established themselves in life.Carol has previously been interviewed by UK Column. You can watch that interview here.https://www.ukcolumn.org/video/fornethy-residential-school-18-guilty-verdicts-but-no-justice-for-abuse-survivors► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1pm UK time or watch previous live recordings here: https://bit.ly/UKColumn_Live► [UK Column Website] Explore all our written and video content on the official UK Column website: https://www.ukcolumn.org/► [Support UK Column] Please donate to support our independent journalism & investigative journalism: https://support.ukcolumn.org/► [UK Column YouTube] Please subscribe to the UK Column News YouTube channel for more alternative news and independent news: https://bit.ly/ukcolumnofficialFollow #UKColumn on:► X: https://x.com/ukcolumn► Telegram: https://t.me/ukcolumn► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UKColumnExtracts► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uk_column_news

In this urgent episode of The Silk and Steel Podcast, Carlos is joined by French entrepreneur and geopolitical analyst Arnaud Bertrand (currently based in Malaysia) to dissect the catastrophic implications of Trump's Iran war from a European perspective.While Washington expected its allies to fall in line, something unexpected happened: Germany told Trump to go F* himself**, France is flip-flopping incoherently, and Spain is being threatened with embargoes for speaking out.Here is the problem Europe doesn't want to admit: this war is an existential threat to the European economy, and they're sleepwalking into disaster.We break down: • Why Europe is more vulnerable to this war than the US (energy dependency, migration, economic fallout) • The insane contradiction: EU countries are still seizing Russian tankers while energy prices explode • How Macron tried to play both sides (pro-US and pro-China ceasefire initiative) – and failed at both • The Qatar gas disaster: Europe's replacement for Russian energy is now completely offline • Why China is actually BENEFITING from this crisis (85% energy self-sufficiency, EV exports about to boom) • The desalination time bomb: How one missile could end life as we know it in the Gulf • Why the "US is omnipotent" narrative on the left is actually pro-CIA propaganda • What this means for US allies in Asia: if Iran can do this in 3 weeks, what can China do?Plus: The AI angle no one is talking about (David Sacks vs. Trump), why Gulf money is fleeing the US economy, and the terrifying reality of water wars in the desert.Arnaud Bertrand writes prolifically on China, international politics, and Europe-China relations. Follow him on Twitter and Substack under his name.► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1pm UK time or watch previous live recordings here: https://bit.ly/UKColumn_Live► [UK Column Website] Explore all our written and video content on the official UK Column website: https://www.ukcolumn.org/► [Support UK Column] Please donate to support our independent journalism & investigative journalism: https://support.ukcolumn.org/► [UK Column YouTube] Please subscribe to the UK Column News YouTube channel for more alternative news and independent news: https://bit.ly/ukcolumnofficialFollow #UKColumn on:► X: https://x.com/ukcolumn► Telegram: https://t.me/ukcolumn► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UKColumnExtracts► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uk_column_news⏱️ Timestamps00:00 - Introduction: Why a European perspective on the Iran war matters now02:30 - Macron's incoherence: Pro-US one day, joint China initiative the next05:45 - The French soldier killed in Iraq – what's really going on?08:15 - Europe's ENERGY NIGHTMARE: 60% import dependency, Qatar offline12:00 - The migration time bomb: Iran has 90 million people – Europe is next door15:30 - Germany's defense minister tells Trump to "go F*** himself" (the actual quote)18:45 - Why no European country will join Trump's "coalition of the willing"22:00 - The schizophrenia of European media: From "Iran bad" to "Trump's quagmire"25:30 - Mélenchon's tragic mistake: Parroting neocon narratives about China29:00 - Sweden is STILL seizing Russian tankers – while energy prices explode32:15 - China's 85% energy self-sufficiency: The numbers Europeans don't want to see35:45 - The fertilizer crisis: China stops exports, global food supply at risk39:00 - Trump's "off-ramp" strategy: How he'll declare victory and blame Europe42:30 - David Sacks vs. Trump: The AI czar who dared to oppose the war46:00 - The Gulf desalination nightmare: One missile = regional collapse50:15 - Iran is single-handedly dismantling the US imperial system in West Asia53:30 - Why the "US is omnipotent" leftist narrative helps the CIA57:00 - The pivot to Asia? It's a pivot to WEST Asia (US stripping THAAD from Korea)59:30 - Closing thoughts and where to find Arnaud's work

Zoë Harcombe on why being fatter is better for old age | Jerm Warfare► Subscribe to the UK Column YouTube channel ► https://bit.ly/ukcolumnofficialZoë Harcombe discusses the nuances of diet, the impact of coffee, sugar, and other foods on health, and shares practical advice on maintaining a balanced lifestyle.She emphasises the importance of eating real food, understanding body signals, and debunking common dietary myths.https://www.zoeharcombe.com► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1pm UK time or watch previous live recordings here: https://bit.ly/UKColumn_Live► [UK Column Website] Explore all our written and video content on the official UK Column website: https://www.ukcolumn.org/► [Support UK Column] Please donate to support our independent journalism & investigative journalism: https://support.ukcolumn.org/► [UK Column YouTube] Please subscribe to the UK Column News YouTube channel for more alternative news and independent news: https://bit.ly/ukcolumnofficialFollow #UKColumn on:► X: https://x.com/ukcolumn► Telegram: https://t.me/ukcolumn► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UKColumnExtracts► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uk_column_news

UK Column News — 18th March 2026► Subscribe to the UK Column YouTube channel ► https://bit.ly/ukcolumnofficialMike Robinson, Charles Malet and Vanessa Beeley with today's UK Column News. ► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1pm UK time or watch previous live recordings here: https://bit.ly/UKColumn_Live► [UK Column Website] Explore all our written and video content on the official UK Column website: https://www.ukcolumn.org/► [Support UK Column] Please donate to support our independent journalism & investigative journalism: https://support.ukcolumn.org/► [UK Column YouTube] Please subscribe to the UK Column News YouTube channel for more alternative news and independent news: https://bit.ly/ukcolumnofficialFollow #UKColumn on:► X: https://x.com/ukcolumn► Telegram: https://t.me/ukcolumn► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UKColumnExtracts► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uk_column_newsChapters00:00 Welcome00:34 Defensive Posture: War narrative update13:30 Trump Iran: Press conference comments analysed21:00 Technology: UK to be fastest G7 nation to adopt AI kill chain26:50 Weapons: AI used to dictate targets28:44 Check out UKC’s website and support our work29:55 Assisted Dying: The bill fails in Scotland34:08 Lebanon: Bombing intensifies41:02 Food: Unappealing new diets on the way48:15 Media: Local news will be funded by the state50:30 Rwanda: Was never going to work52:35 Security Council: UN second resolution ‘bows to US empire’58:55 And finally: Robots’ Rebellion. Tech goes mad in public

Mathew Maavak on Why Those Trying to Control Us Are Not Smart | Jerm Warfare► Subscribe to the UK Column YouTube channel ► https://bit.ly/ukcolumnofficialDr Mathew Maavak reflects on the current global climate, highlighting an ongoing information war marked by widespread disinformation, particularly within the media.He draws on his expertise in propaganda and foresight to discuss how events like the COVID-19 pandemic have shifted public trust and perception. Matthew questions the competence of global elites and points to the Epstein files as evidence of deeper systemic issues. He expresses concern that AI development is not being led by the most capable minds, contributing to an uncertain and fragile future for global systems.Amid growing chaos, he stresses the importance of scepticism and critical thinking, suggesting that societal structures may be heading towards asignificant unraveling. He also raises the possibility of divine intervention in the unfolding turmoil.https://drmathewmaavak.substack.com► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1pm UK time or watch previous live recordings here: https://bit.ly/UKColumn_Live► [UK Column Website] Explore all our written and video content on the official UK Column website: https://www.ukcolumn.org/► [Support UK Column] Please donate to support our independent journalism & investigative journalism: https://support.ukcolumn.org/► [UK Column YouTube] Please subscribe to the UK Column News YouTube channel for more alternative news and independent news: https://bit.ly/ukcolumnofficialFollow #UKColumn on:► X: https://x.com/ukcolumn► Telegram: https://t.me/ukcolumn► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UKColumnExtracts► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uk_column_news

Brian Gerrish's chance encounter with a neighbour called Bill, in a car park in Devon, South West England, led to a unexpected discussion about cars and driving on snow and ice."You've got a Honda", said Bill. "Is that model any good on snow?"Brian then learned Bill was about to deliver aid to the front line in Ukraine and would be driving in bad winter conditions. On his return a few weeks later Bill met up with Brian and told the story of his experience and journey.This short and fascinating tale is very different from what you may imagine.Please join us in 'From L'viv to Sumy; delivering Front Line Aid to Ukraine.'► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1pm UK time or watch previous live recordings here: https://bit.ly/UKColumn_Live► [UK Column Website] Explore all our written and video content on the official UK Column website: https://www.ukcolumn.org/► [Support UK Column] Please donate to support our independent journalism & investigative journalism: https://support.ukcolumn.org/► [UK Column YouTube] Please subscribe to the UK Column News YouTube channel for more alternative news and independent news: https://bit.ly/ukcolumnofficialFollow #UKColumn on:► X: https://x.com/ukcolumn► Telegram: https://t.me/ukcolumn► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UKColumnExtracts► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uk_column_news