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Tag: Regional Stability

0 Politics Israel

The United States should have encouraged Israel to defeat Hamas

Israel: State of a Nation · 30 Oct

In a recent discussion, Peter Berkowitz, who previously served as the Director of Policy Planning at the US State Department, argues that the United States should have taken an active role in supporting Israel to decisively defeat Hamas.

0 Politics Israel

US hasn't digested Turkey's support for Hamas terrorism

Israel: State of a Nation · 29 Oct

The video discusses the complexities in US-Turkey relations, particularly in light of Turkey's support for Hamas as perceived by the United States.

0 Politics Israel

The U.S.A. should have issued this ultimatum to the Iranian regime after the October 7 Massacre

Israel: State of a Nation · 28 Oct

Peter Berkowitz, a former senior official of the US State Department, argues that the United States should have taken a firmer stance against Iran following the violent events of October 7.

0 Politics Israel

Could ceasefire talks really work this time? Qatar holds the key

Dan Perry in Forward · 28 Oct

The opinion piece by Dan Perry discusses the potential role Qatar could play in breaking the current impasse between Israel and Hamas by leveraging its financial influence over Hamas to secure a ceasefire and release hostages.

0 Politics History

Why hasn't the US taken the fight to the Houthis in Yemen?

Israel: State of a Nation · 28 Oct

Eylon Levy engages with Peter Berkowitz, former Director of Policy Planning at the US State Department, to explore the complexities behind the United States' strategic decisions regarding the ongoing conflict in Yemen.

0 Politics Israel

Harris and Trump find common ground after Israel retaliates against Iran

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 27 Oct

Following a coordinated Israeli military strike on Iranian sites, both major U.S. presidential candidates, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, expressed support, citing regional stability and security.

0 Politics Israel

Israel’s calculated response in Iran was a signal, not an escalation

Dan Perry in Forward · 26 Oct

Israel's recent targeted military strikes near Tehran, conducted in response to Iran's unprecedented ballistic missile attack, illustrate its strategic use of precision and restraint.

0 Politics Israel

After Sinwar's death, is war really over?

Moshe Phillips in Forward · 22 Oct

The article examines the aftermath of Sinwar's death and explores whether his death marks the end of conflict or merely a shift in tactics.

0 Politics Israel

The Past, Present and Future of the Israel-Jordan Relationship

Moment in Moment · 22 Oct

The Israel-Jordan relationship, historically stable due to Jordan's moderate policies, faces contemporary challenges and geopolitical interests.

0 Politics Israel

No, Trump did not bring peace to the Middle East

Dalia Delissa Kaye in Forward · 17 Oct

Dalia Delissa Kaye critiques former President Donald Trump's alleged peace-building efforts in the Middle East, arguing that his policies exacerbated regional conflicts rather than promoting stability.

0 Politics Israel

Sinwar’s Death Will Hasten the End of the War

Matti Friedman in The Free Press · 17 Oct

Yahya Sinwar, the Hamas leader who orchestrated significant attacks against Israel, has been killed by the IDF in Gaza.

0 Politics Israel

The View from Jordan Amidst Middle East Turmoil with Taylor Luck and Nadine Epstein

Moment in Moment · 15 Oct

Jordan has managed to maintain stability despite its proximity to turbulent neighbors like Iraq, Syria, and Israel.

0 Politics History

Seth Frantzman reminds everyone that October 7 never really ended.

Israel: State of a Nation · 14 Oct

In this discussion, Seth Frantzman, a prominent Middle East analyst and author of "The October 7 War," argues that the events which began on October 7 have lasting consequences that continue to unfold.

0 Politics Israel

Israel’s Third Lebanon War is underway. Here’s what you need to know.

Ben Sales in JTA · 30 Sep

Israel is engaged in escalating conflict with Hezbollah along the Lebanon border, marking what could be considered a Third Lebanon War.

0 Politics Israel

Is Nasrallah’s Death a Game-Changer? Matthew Levitt Breaks Down What’s at Stake for Israel, Iran, and Hezbollah

People of the Pod · 30 Sep

Israel's recent military action targeting Hezbollah, including the death of its leader Hassan Nasrallah, has significantly affected the balance of power in the Middle East.

0 Politics Israel

Yalla, Nasrallah

Hila A in Mishpacha · 30 Sep

Hila A explores the potential impact of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah's demise on the political landscape of 2024.

0 Politics Israel

No, there will not be a regional war in the Middle East.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 22 Sep

Joshua Hoffman's analysis argues against the likelihood of a regional war in the Middle East despite recent escalations between Israel and Hezbollah.

0 Politics Israel

The Abraham Accords are a model for reimagining peace

Jewish Chronicle · 15 Sep

Claudia Mendoza argues that the Abraham Accords, which normalized relations between Israel and the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain, stand as a transformative model for Middle Eastern peace, transcending traditional barriers dictated by the Israeli-Palestinian conflict resolution.

0 Politics Israel

Iran is occupying the Middle East

Israel: State of a Nation · 9 Sep

In an interview with Eylon Levy, Noa Tishby discusses the contentious issue of Iran's expansionist policies in the Middle East.

0 Politics Israel

Hezbollah Attack Thwarted, Gaza Talks Stall

Israel Policy Pod · 28 Aug

This episode of Israel Policy Pod examines the recent thwarting of a Hezbollah attack by the IDF and the stalled negotiations over a Gaza ceasefire following U.S. Secretary of State Blinken's visit.

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Israel attacks Hezbollah in Lebanon, thwarting what it said was an imminent attack on Israeli civilians

Philissa Cramer in JTA · 25 Aug

A recent surge in hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah saw Israel bomb numerous sites in Lebanon while Hezbollah launched hundreds of rockets into Israel's north.

0 Politics Israel

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 5 Aug

In 1979, the Iranian Revolution led by Ayatollah Khomeini birthed the Islamic Republic of Iran, with ambitions beyond Iran's borders.

0 Politics Israel

Untangling the War's Objectives

Israel Policy Pod · 25 Jan

The episode examines the complexities of the ongoing Gaza war, analyzing Israel's challenges in balancing its objectives and addressing the humanitarian crisis.

0 Politics Culture

The Young and the Restless

Mohammed Khalid Alyahya in Tablet · 14 Jun 2022

The article discusses the strategic divergence between Iran and Saudi Arabia in handling their young populations, shedding light on their differing futures.

0 Politics Israel

With all eyes on Putin, enter Iran — a conversation in Jerusalem

Call Me Back · 20 Feb 2022

The episode discusses the potential implications of a new US-Iran nuclear agreement on Israel's security and regional stability, drawing on historical precedents and current geopolitical shifts.