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Days of war: What's behind new Israel-Gaza flare-up
7 Aug 2022
In this podcast episode, national security analyst Amos Harel discusses the recent flare-up of violence between Israel and Gaza. Harel explains why Israel ta...
7 Aug 2022
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Israeli director Rama Burshtein opens up on romance and religion
1 Aug 2022
In an interview on Haaretz Weekly, Israeli director Rama Burshtein discusses her work in depicting the lives and relationships within the ultra-Orthodox Jewi...
1 Aug 2022
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'And then I heard the gun click': What happens when a terrorist enters a synagogue
26 Jul 2022
Rabbi Charlie Cytron-Walker shares his harrowing experience when a stranger entered Congregation Beth Israel in Colleyville, Texas, and held him and several ...
26 Jul 2022
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Haaretz goes to Saudi Arabia: LISTEN to Ben Samuels and David Makovsky
19 Jul 2022
In a first-of-its-kind historic flight, Haaretz reporter Ben Samuels joined the White House press delegation from Tel Aviv to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. This visi...
19 Jul 2022
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What will MBS give Biden in Saudi Arabia? LISTEN to Gregg Carlstrom
11 Jul 2022
In this podcast episode, The Economist's Middle East correspondent Gregg Carlstrom discusses U.S. policy in the Middle East as President Joe Biden visits Isr...
11 Jul 2022
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'This president loves Israel:' U.S. ambassador talks Biden visit, Saudi ties
3 Jul 2022
US President Joe Biden's upcoming visit to Israel will proceed as planned, despite recent political developments in the country. According to US Ambassador T...
3 Jul 2022
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‘Abortion bans hurt our religious freedom': LISTEN to Sheila Katz
29 Jun 2022
In an interview with Haaretz Weekly, Sheila Katz, CEO of the National Council of Jewish Women, expresses her deep concern over the recent overturning of Roe ...
29 Jun 2022
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Israel heads to elections, with its democracy on the line
20 Jun 2022
Israel is heading to its fifth election since 2019 as the country's political crisis worsens. Prime Minister Naftali Bennett's shocking decision to dissolve ...
20 Jun 2022
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A Frightening View of Steve Bannon’s World: Listen to Jennifer Senior
14 Jun 2022
In a recent interview, journalist Jennifer Senior reveals her unsettling experience profiling Steve Bannon, former Trump adviser and alt-right figure. Bannon...
14 Jun 2022
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Israel's political crisis is far from over – and getting worse
9 Jun 2022
In this article, Haaretz discusses the ongoing political crisis in Israel. Prime Minister Naftali Bennett's governing coalition failed to pass a controversia...
9 Jun 2022
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AIPAC Wants to Defeat this Jewish Democrat. He's fighting back
2 Jun 2022
Rep. Andy Levin, a progressive Democrat from Michigan, is facing a tough primary race against Haley Stevens, with AIPAC supporting Stevens and J Street endor...
2 Jun 2022
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Biden wanted to isolate the Saudis. Now he has to kiss the ring
25 May 2022
President Joe Biden recently visited Asia and pledged to defend Taiwan in the event of a Chinese attack. However, back at home, his administration is facing ...
25 May 2022
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'Putin's own paranoia will bring NATO to his doorstep'
18 May 2022
Sweden and Finland have decided to join NATO in response to Vladimir Putin's failed invasion of Ukraine, breaking their longstanding policy of neutrality. Th...
18 May 2022
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LISTEN: Joshua Cohen On Winning a Pulitzer for ‘The Netanyahus’
15 May 2022
Novelist Joshua Cohen discusses his surprise at winning the Pulitzer Prize for his book, "The Netanyahus," while visiting Israel for the Jerusalem Internatio...
15 May 2022
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Why an Islamist Party Just Saved Israel’s Government
12 May 2022
In this discussion, political expert Dahlia Scheindlin joins host Allison Kaplan Sommer to talk about Prime Minister Naftali Bennett's chances of survival an...
12 May 2022
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What I wanted to tell the Palestinian sniper who killed my son
3 May 2022
This article discusses an interview with Robi Damelin, a peace activist who lost her son when he was killed by a Palestinian sniper while serving in the Isra...
3 May 2022
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Who really calls the shots in Tehran? Listen to Israel's top Iran expert
2 May 2022
In this podcast, Dr. Raz Zimmt, an Israeli expert on Iran, discusses the ambitions, fears, and concerns of Iran's current leadership. He explores whether Teh...
2 May 2022
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‘Israel is Failing a Moral Test in Ukraine. I’m Ashamed’
27 Apr 2022
Zehava Galon, former head of the left-wing Meretz Party, expresses her personal pain and disappointment with the Israeli government's refusal to condemn Vlad...
27 Apr 2022
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Fire on Temple Mount: What's behind the violence in Jerusalem ?
25 Apr 2022
In Jerusalem, violent clashes have erupted between Palestinians and Israeli police on the Temple Mount/Al-Aqsa compound, overshadowing the shared holiday cel...
25 Apr 2022
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'The French were always grumpy. Now they're angry': Will Macron survive?
14 Apr 2022
This podcast discusses the upcoming second round of the French presidential election and explores why voters expressed "great anger" in the first round. The ...
14 Apr 2022
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'Putin heard my question. His entire demeanor changed:' Listen to Susan Glasser
6 Apr 2022
Journalist Susan Glasser, known for her coverage of Washington politics, discusses Russian President Vladimir Putin's rise to power and his impact on global ...
6 Apr 2022
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What Iran Learned From Ukraine War: Listen to Former Israel Intel Chief
4 Apr 2022
Retired Israeli general Amos Yadlin, former head of Israel's military intelligence, discusses the ongoing Ukraine war and its implications. He believes that ...
4 Apr 2022
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Israel's 'embarrassing' Ukraine policy: Listen to General H.R. McMaster
31 Mar 2022
Former U.S. National Security Adviser, General H.R. McMaster, criticized Israel for not fully supporting Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in his fight...
31 Mar 2022
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With two shocking attacks, ISIS rears its head in Israel
28 Mar 2022
Two shocking attacks have brought ISIS back into the spotlight in Israel. In the city of Hadera, two Arab citizens of Israel opened fire in a busy street, pl...
28 Mar 2022
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Former AIPAC leader slams lobby's 'bullshit' political endorsements
24 Mar 2022
Former AIPAC leader Tom Dine criticizes the organization's decision to endorse and fund congressional candidates who refused to certify the 2020 election. He...
24 Mar 2022
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"Biden and China have one common interest when it comes to Russia"
21 Mar 2022
In this article, the author discusses the ongoing war in Ukraine and the effectiveness of Vladimir Putin's army. The author, Anshel Pfeffer, shares his obser...
21 Mar 2022
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Democracy or Putin: 'Israel must choose a side in Ukraine'
15 Mar 2022
In this discussion, former Israeli diplomat Eran Etzion suggests that Israel's mediation efforts between Russia and Ukraine signify a shift in the country's ...
15 Mar 2022
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Inside Putin's Mind: A conversation with Julia Ioffe
9 Mar 2022
In this conversation with journalist Julia Ioffe on Haaretz Weekend, she discusses Russian President Vladimir Putin's surprise at the tough sanctions imposed...
9 Mar 2022
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Ukraine War: What our reporters saw on the ground
8 Mar 2022
In this article, Haaretz correspondents Yarden Michaeli and Judy Maltz share their experiences covering the Ukraine war and the people escaping the Russian a...
8 Mar 2022
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Ukraine war opens up a fight over Holocaust denial
2 Mar 2022
Dani Dayan, chairman of Yad Vashem Holocaust Memorial Center, expresses concern over the war in Ukraine and its impact on the memory of the Holocaust. He cri...
2 Mar 2022
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'Syria was Putin's laboratory. Now he's taking his methods to Ukraine.'
28 Feb 2022
In a podcast discussion, Israeli strategic planning expert Udi Evental analyzes the war in Ukraine and its connection to Putin's actions in Syria. The detail...
28 Feb 2022
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Visit Israel? you're canceled. The new threat to Democrats in D.C.
23 Feb 2022
The podcast discusses the pressure being put on left-wing Democratic lawmakers who have participated in delegations to Israel and met with Palestinian leader...
23 Feb 2022
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Not just Ukraine: "Putin uses Iran to make America look weaker"
22 Feb 2022
This podcast episode discusses two main topics: the ongoing discussions in Vienna regarding a new nuclear agreement with Iran and how Putin is using Iran aga...
22 Feb 2022
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If Putin invades Ukraine, will the country's Jews turn to Israel?
16 Feb 2022
In this podcast episode, Haaretz senior writer Judy Maltz discusses the situation of Ukrainian Jews in light of a potential Russian invasion. She explores th...
16 Feb 2022
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Israel's Pegasus scandal: how you can protect your phone
15 Feb 2022
The Pegasus spyware scandal has been making headlines in Israel, with allegations that the Israeli police used the spyware against journalists, government of...
15 Feb 2022
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Why 'Suspicion' and other remakes of Israeli tv shows lost the plot
10 Feb 2022
In this article from Haaretz, television critic Adrian Hennigan reviews the English-language remakes of two Israeli hit shows, Suspicion and As We See It. He...
10 Feb 2022
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"Netanyahu bet everything on Trump": Inside Israel's Iran bind
7 Feb 2022
In this episode, Yossi Shain, a top political science expert and member of the Knesset, discusses Israel's foreign policy. He highlights how former Prime Min...
7 Feb 2022
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What an attack on Ukraine will mean for Biden – and Israel
1 Feb 2022
As tensions rise with the Russian massing of troops on the Ukrainian border, Haaretz provides insight into the potential impact on both the Biden administrat...
1 Feb 2022
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How a plea bargain for Netanyahu could rock Israeli politics
24 Jan 2022
In this podcast episode, Anshel Pfeffer and Dahlia Scheindlin analyze the potential consequences of a plea bargain for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netany...
24 Jan 2022
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Iran’s bizarre but worrying espionage campaign against Israel
18 Jan 2022
In this article, the author discusses a recent espionage campaign carried out by Iran against Israel. The campaign involved recruiting four middle-aged women...
18 Jan 2022
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He predicted Obama's big wins. Now he warns of a Trump comeback
10 Jan 2022
Author and political analyst John Judis, who accurately predicted Obama's rise to power, now warns of a potential comeback by former President Trump. He disc...
10 Jan 2022
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One clear morning, Israel strikes Iran. This is what happens next
4 Jan 2022
In this podcast episode, Chuck Freilich, former Israeli deputy national security adviser, discusses the possibility of Israel conducting a military strike to...
4 Jan 2022
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The year Israel got rid of Netanyahu, and other top stories
28 Dec 2021
The year 2021 marked the end of Benjamin Netanyahu's 12-year rule in Israel, a significant event in Israeli history. The year was also characterized by multi...
28 Dec 2021
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Israel shut its doors again, and U.S. Jews are getting angry
20 Dec 2021
In this podcast episode, William Daroff, CEO of the Conference of Presidents of Major American Organizations, discusses the frustration felt by Diaspora Jews...
20 Dec 2021
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What’s missing from Netflix’s cowardly collection of ‘Palestinian Stories’
17 Dec 2021
In this interview, Rajaa Natour criticizes Netflix for its collection of Palestinian Stories, arguing that it is not a significant development for Palestinia...
17 Dec 2021
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Israel's shocking, secret files documenting massacres
14 Dec 2021
Israeli historian Adam Raz discusses his report on declassified documents from 1948, revealing the Israeli government's knowledge and response to a series of...
14 Dec 2021