Meanwhile, President Trump has welcomed the release of American citizen Dena Karari, calling it a “gesture of goodwill” by Tehran. Karari, who had been barred from leaving Iran since late 2024 after being accused of espionage, is now on her way back to the United States, according to her lawyer.

Elsewhere, Syria says it has intercepted a shipment of advanced weapons allegedly destined for Hezbollah, while the IDF says it has killed three Hezbollah operatives inside southern Lebanon’s security zone and destroyed more than 1,500 Hezbollah sites in a major operation along the border. In Gaza, Israeli forces have destroyed four Hamas weapons depots and killed the group’s sniper commander, as Morocco confirms it has deployed troops to the emerging international stabilisation force.

And Colombia’s incoming government says it will open an embassy in Jerusalem and fully restore diplomatic ties with Israel, reversing the anti-Israel policies of outgoing president Gustavo Petro and signalling another shift to the right in Latin America.

Today’s guest is Israeli broadcaster, IDF reservist and security expert David Matlin. He explains why disarming Hamas may prove even harder than defeating it, arguing that for many young Gazans an AK-47 represents not just ideology, but security, status and survival.

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Meanwhile, an Israeli soldier has been sentenced to five years in prison after being convicted of spying for Iran, passing missile interception footage and other security videos to Iranian handlers in exchange for money after being recruited through Telegram.

Elsewhere, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to travel to Washington this weekend as the conflict with Iran intensifies. While no meeting with President Trump has been confirmed, reports suggest Trump is expected to press Netanyahu to withdraw Israeli troops from Syria and Lebanon, despite Israeli officials insisting there has been no change to the country’s military posture.

Today’s guest is Khaled Hassan, Egypt expert and Senior Fellow at the Ideological Defence Institute. He warns that Israel is overlooking the rapidly expanding strategic partnership between Egypt and Turkey, arguing that the two countries are increasingly coordinating militarily, producing drones and preparing for a future confrontation with their common enemy: Israel.

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Meanwhile, Israeli and Lebanese negotiators are meeting in Rome for the latest round of ceasefire talks, as Beirut pushes for an Israeli withdrawal from parts of southern Lebanon under a pilot plan. France pushes for the UN Security Council to renew a mandate for the failed UN peacekeeping force UNIFIL.

In Gaza, Israel says it has killed Hamas’s naval commander along with three more terrorists, while the European Commission has unveiled a new $1 billion reconstruction initiative backed by 15 countries and international organisations.

Elsewhere, Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi is making his first visit to the White House in a bid to strengthen ties with Washington, despite fresh defiance from pro-Iranian militias refusing to disarm.

Today’s guest is Khosro Isfahani, Research Director at the National Union for Democracy in Iran (NUFDI). He says the Islamic Republic is deploying a ‘boiling frog’ strategy with the West, constantly testing its boundaries until it will be too weak to respond to its aggression.

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Iran’s leadership is hardening its rhetoric, vowing justice and vengeance for the killing of former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, while praising the death of US Senator Lindsey Graham.

Newly released Hamas documents also reveal that October 7 mastermind Yahya Sinwar believed Israel might respond to his planned invasion with a nuclear strike on Gaza, yet pressed ahead regardless.

Meanwhile, the European Union is considering a ban on imports from Israeli communities in Judea and Samaria, while Britain has announced a record £250 million security package to protect Jewish communities following a surge in antisemitic attacks.

Elsewhere, Israel has officially set October 27 as the date for its next general election. A new Kan 11 poll puts former IDF Chief of Staff Gadi Eisenkot’s newly launched Yashar party ahead of Likud for the first time, with Israelis also rating Eisenkot as a more suitable prime minister than Benjamin Netanyahu.

Today’s guest is Ahmed Khuzaie, a Bahraini political commentator and researcher. He argues that now is not the time for the US, Israel and the Gulf states to seek compromise with Tehran. Instead, he says, they must work together to defeat the Iranian regime—or risk forfeiting any chance of lasting peace and stability in the Middle East.

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Ayatollah Khamenei’s multiday funeral continues as his body is brought back from Iraq to his hometown of Mashaad.

Meanwhile, Israel has pushed back against suggestions it is preparing to withdraw from southern Lebanon. Defence Minister Israel Katz insists the IDF will remain inside its security zone until Hezbollah is disarmed, highlighting growing differences between Washington and Jerusalem over the future of Lebanon.

Elsewhere, the United States is moving to remove Syria from its list of state sponsors of terrorism, as President Trump promises to lift the remaining barriers to the country’s reconstruction.

And Jerusalem has been named the world’s seventh-best city in the 2026 Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards, topping the rankings for the Middle East and North Africa.

Today’s guest is Hay Eytan Cohen Yanarocak, Turkey expert at the Moshe Dayan Center. He explains how Erdogan’s Turkey has played both sides in the Russia – Ukraine war, forged a close relationship with President Trump and made Ankara indispensable to Europe’s defence. This, he argues, means Turkey, is a growing threat to Israel.

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Meanwhile, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has cancelled his planned visit to Israel as the regional crisis intensifies. The visit had been expected to focus in part on reports that Washington may approve the sale of F-35 stealth fighter jets to Turkey, a move strongly opposed by Jerusalem.

Elsewhere, thousands of mourners have gathered in Iraq for the latest stage of the funeral of Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, as Baghdad tries to balance its close ties with Tehran ahead of a high-stakes visit to Washington.

Egypt’s World Cup campaign has ended in bitter controversy after players, coaches and pundits accused FIFA and match officials of favouring Argentina in their dramatic last-16 defeat.

Israel has agreed to extend its humanitarian mission in Venezuela after the country’s interim president personally requested Israeli experts remain to help oversee earthquake reconstruction efforts.

Today’s guest is Colonel Miri Eisin, former adviser to the Israeli Prime Minister and former intelligence officer. She argues that Israel needs to pursue realistic diplomacy with its Arab neighbours. They don’t have to love Israel, she says, but practical cooperation should not be held hostage to political rhetoric.

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Meanwhile, Iran is once again threatening to walk away from negotiations with the United States, insisting talks cannot continue under what it calls American “threats”. The warning comes after the IRGC attacked a gas tanker in the Strait of Hormuz, raising fresh concerns over maritime security and potentially delaying a British-French naval mission to protect shipping in the Gulf.

In Gaza, Hamas says it has dissolved its government and will hand civilian administration to a U.N.-backed technocratic committee under the U.S.-brokered ceasefire agreement. Israel has dismissed the move as purely cosmetic, arguing that as long as Hamas retains its weapons, it remains the real authority in the Strip.

Elsewhere, the IDF has carried out another strike against a suspicious vehicle in southern Lebanon as tensions continue over the implementation of the ceasefire, while a new wave of French aliyah has arrived in Israel, with more than 6,500 French Jews immigrating since the October 7 attacks amid rising antisemitism in France.

Today’s guest is Dr Adi Schwarz, Director of Research at Misgav. He argues that the Europeans have a bad case of wishful thinking when it comes to Syria and that despite Hamas’s latest announcement, nothing has fundamentally changed in Gaza. He says Western governments continue to misunderstand both Hamas and the wider regional reality.

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Meanwhile, Hamas is reportedly preparing to dissolve its governing body in Gaza and hand power to a committee of Palestinian technocrats as part of plans for the Strip’s post-war administration. But major obstacles remain, including Hamas’s refusal to disarm and the continuing deadlock in negotiations with Israel.

Israel and Greece have carried out a joint air force exercise near Turkish airspace, while France is positioning itself for a major role in post-war Syria, with President Emmanuel Macron expected to become the first European Union leader to visit Damascus since the fall of Bashar al-Assad.

And in a reminder of both the trauma of October 7 and the resilience that followed, two former hostages abducted together from Kibbutz Nir Oz have married in Israel after surviving captivity in Gaza.

Today’s guest is Olga Deutsch, Vice President of NGO Monitor and Senior Fellow at Misgav. She argues that billions of dollars channelled through the United Nations and its agencies are not promoting peace, but instead helping to sustain terrorism and perpetuate the cycle of conflict.

Meanwhile, talks between the United States and Iran have been paused until after the funeral of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei, with negotiations in Doha focusing only on the Strait of Hormuz and frozen Iranian funds rather than Tehran’s nuclear programme. Despite the limited progress, hopes for diplomacy have pushed oil prices to their lowest levels since the start of the war.

At the same time, the regional security landscape continues to shift. Syria’s foreign minister has made his first official visit to Beirut since President Trump suggested Syrian forces could help tackle Hezbollah, while Syria and Lebanon have joined regional security talks hosted by CENTCOM for the first time alongside Gulf states including Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the UAE.

Elsewhere, Germany is deepening its defence partnership with Israel, announcing plans for a second Arrow 3 missile defence site as Europe races to strengthen protection against ballistic missile threats. And despite months of regional turmoil, Israeli startups raised at least $3.3 billion in June alone, putting the country on track for one of its strongest fundraising years since 2021.

Today’s guest is Yaakov Lappin, security analyst and host of The Lappin Assessment. He argues that the painful lessons of October 7 gave birth to a new Israeli security doctrine — one that compels Israel to remain beyond its borders and neutralise threats rather than seek to deter them.

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Iran has also ruled out any discussion of its drone and missile programmes, while the Wall Street Journal reports that President Trump had considered a return to military action but, for now, prefers to give diplomacy more time.

Meanwhile, the European Union’s aviation safety agency has extended its warning against flights over Iran, Iraq and Lebanon, citing uncertainty over the durability of the ceasefire and the risk of rapid escalation across the region.

Israel has announced sanctions against dozens of cryptocurrency wallets linked to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, saying they were being used to funnel millions of dollars to Hezbollah and other Iranian-backed groups following the heavy losses suffered by the Lebanese terror organisation during the war.

At the same time, Israel says it has successfully tested the new Iron Beam laser interceptor alongside an upgraded Iron Dome system, in what officials describe as a major step forward in defending against increasingly sophisticated missile and drone attacks.

Today’s guest is Noa Lazimi, Research Fellow at the Misgav Institute and an international relations analyst. She argues that Turkey is building a growing radical Sunni axis stretching from Qatar to Pakistan and Syria, and warns that President Erdogan increasingly sees Israel as the main obstacle to his regional ambitions.

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Meanwhile, a new diplomatic row is brewing over the Strait of Hormuz after Iran warned France not to interfere in mine-clearing operations and insisted responsibility for securing the strategic waterway rests exclusively with Tehran. The disruption to shipping through the strait is also raising fears of a difficult winter in Europe, with gas reserves expected to fall to their lowest levels in more than a decade.

In Gaza, efforts to secure Hamas’s disarmament appear to have stalled after the group’s leader, Khalil al-Hayya, reportedly adopted a tougher position in negotiations over the future of the Strip and the implementation of President Trump’s peace plan.

Today’s guest is Hussain Abdul-Hussain, Research Fellow at the FDD and the author of ‘The Arab case for Israel’. He answers skeptics of Israel’s landmark agreement with Lebanon which he says can result in the disarming of Hezbollah and is Lebanon’s last chance to reclaim sovereignty from Tehran.

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Key Hezbollah ally, Lebanon’s parliament speaker Nabih Berry says an emerging agreement with Israel ‘will not pass’ The U.S.-backed deal would pave the way for formal peace between Jerusalem and Beirut and link a full Israeli withdrawal from southern Lebanon to Hezbollah’s disarmament.

The IDF destroys a major Hezbollah tunnel network in southern Lebanon, killing members of the group’s elite Radwan Force and underscoring Israel’s determination to continue targeting Hezbollah infrastructure despite growing diplomatic pressure.

Today’s guest is Dr Meir Javedanfar, Iran lecturer at Reichman University. He says Tehran is furious about developments in Lebanon, where it has failed to secure meaningful protection for its most important proxy, Hezbollah. He argues the Islamic Republic will continue rebuilding its network of regional proxies because they remain one of its most effective tools of deterrence and influence.

Today’s guest is Dr Meir Javedanfar, Iran Lecturer at Reichman University. He says Iran is furious about the situation in Lebanon where it has failed to secure protection for its proxy, Hezbollah. He also argue the Islamic Republic will never give up on rebuilding these proxies as they are an effective source of deterrence.

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Speaking in Bahrain, Secretary of State Marco Rubio reassured Gulf allies that Washington will not accept any agreement that allows Iran to control one of the world’s most important shipping lanes.

Meanwhile, questions remain over the future of Israel’s operations in southern Lebanon after an Israeli reserve soldier was killed in an operational accident. Israel has not confirmed reports that it has withdrawn from part of the security zone.

Shin Bet security officials warn that Iran is increasingly shifting its focus to the West Bank by rebuilding terror networks through Turkey, cryptocurrency funding and weapons smuggling.

Today’s guest is Andrew Fox, Senior fellow at the Henry Jackson Society. He breaks down a UN panel report which accuses Israel of deliberately targeting children in Gaza. He argues the report by three activists is evidence free and is designed to bolster South Africa’s flagging genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice.

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Meanwhile, concern Israel is being left out of plans for Southern Lebanon with Qatar and Iran all having a say in a future ‘deconfliction mechanism’. The Trump administration is pushing for a vetted Lebanese Army to gradually take control of parts of the country currently held by the IDF. Israel’s ambassador to Washington warns the talks risk becoming a “train wreck” if Iran’s influence is not addressed.

Iran’s foreign minister has held talks with a senior Hamas official following the agreement, while Morocco has become the first Arab country to deploy personnel to the U.S.-backed international stabilization force being assembled for Gaza.

Today’s guest is Dalia Ziada, Middle East scholar and Senior Fellow at ISGAP, who argues that the agreement between Washington and Tehran is less a breakthrough than a “memorandum of misunderstanding” that risks alarming America’s Gulf allies while leaving the region’s biggest security challenges unresolved.

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Secretary of State Marco Rubio heads to the Gulf amid questions over Washington’s strategy and growing American scepticism about whether the deal can curb Iran’s nuclear ambitions or regional threats.

Meanwhile, Israel and Lebanon are holding another round of talks in Washington, but concerns are mounting over the future of Israel’s operations in the north. Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett warns that Hezbollah is openly regrouping and rearming while restrictions on the IDF’s freedom of action are putting Israeli soldiers’ lives at risk.

And fears that the emerging agreement with Iran could leave Israel in a weaker strategic position have rattled local markets. The shekel has fallen more than three per cent against the dollar over the past month, while shares in the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange have dropped around 20 per cent.

Today’s guest is William Daroff, CEO of the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations. He warns that American Jews are feeling the squeeze from rising antisemitism on both the right and the left, yet remains hopeful that a more peaceful Middle East could eventually reduce the obsessive focus on Jews.

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Meanwhile, Israel and the United States appear to have reached an understanding that the IDF will remain in southern Lebanon for the foreseeable future, although Israel may face new restrictions on its military operations and closer coordination with CENTCOM. Jerusalem is also considering handing over a major Hezbollah tunnel and military complex to the Lebanese army as a test of Beirut’s willingness to confront the Iranian-backed group.

Elsewhere, a major explosion at Qatar’s flagship Ras Laffan LNG hub has left dozens injured and several people missing.

And the first British Prime Minister to recognise a State of Palestine has resigned. Sir Keir Starmer’s premiership was beset by low approval ratings and u-turns. He also clashed with the Jewish community over his failure to get to grips with soaring antisemitism.

Today’s guest is Aditya Raj Kaul, Senior Executive Editor at NDTV. He argues that the Trump administration has abandoned many of its original objectives in its rush to end the war and warns that, despite the ceasefire, the Middle East is now more dangerous than it was three months ago.

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Four Israeli soldiers were killed in one of Hezbollah’s deadliest attacks in months when an apparent drone or anti-tank missile struck their tank in southern Lebanon. France has called on the United States to pressure Israel to halt its military operations, even as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu resists American pressure to withdraw troops from southern Lebanon.

At the same time, Reuters reports that Iran’s Revolutionary Guards have established secret new cells in Iraq to launch attacks on Gulf states hosting American forces, suggesting Tehran is adapting its regional strategy as many of its traditional proxy groups have been weakened.

And despite war and regional uncertainty, Tel Aviv has once again been ranked the world’s fourth most valuable startup ecosystem, with Israel’s high-tech sector continuing to drive economic growth and attract investment.

Today’s guest is Professor Kobi Michael, Senior Fellow at the Misgav Institute, who discusses the growing strains in the U.S.-Israel relationship and the likelihood of the US and Iran reaching a permanent agreement.

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But Israel and the United States are locked in what have been described as “stubborn talks” over Israel’s presence in southern Lebanon after another IDF soldier was killed by a Hezbollah explosive device. Tehran and Hezbollah accuse Israel of violating the ceasefire arrangements.

Meanwhile, a new rift is emerging between Washington and its regional partners. The Trump administration revealed how it stripped Oman of its role as mediator with Iran, accusing Muscat of acting in a “two-faced” manner, while Gulf states are reportedly seeking to reduce their dependence on American security guarantees and explore alternative defence partnerships.

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The International Energy Agency says the global oil market should gradually recover if the agreement holds and the Strait of Hormuz fully reopens. After one of the largest supply disruptions in history, the agency predicts a surplus of oil next year as Gulf production recovers and Iranian exports resume.

Meanwhile, the IDF has carried out fresh airstrikes on Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon. Iran and Hezbollah claim this is a ceasefire violation but Israel says IDF troops will remain in Southern Lebanon for as long as is necessary.

A new poll by Israel’s public broadcaster KAN suggests the Iran deal has given a boost to Former IDF chief Gadi Eisenkot’s Yashar party, while support for both Benjamin Netanyahu’s Likud and Naftali Bennett’s Together party has fallen.

Violent clashes have erupted between police and ultra-Orthodox protesters demonstrating against the arrest of draft dodgers.

And Israel is attempting to reignite one of the engines that helped create the Start-Up Nation. The government has unveiled a new plan to help universities turn scientific discoveries into successful businesses after a sharp decline in academic start-ups and patents in recent years.

Today’s guest is Asher Fredman, Executive Director of the Misgav Institute, who discusses his new report on how American taxpayers are funding pro-China and anti-Israel policies through the United Nations.

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Meanwhile, senior Iranian officials have told the Financial Times that the war proved only military force, not diplomacy, can protect the regime. They claim the conflict strengthened the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and demonstrated that the United States and Israel failed to destroy Iran’s underground missile infrastructure.

In Israel, Air Force chief Major General Omer Tischler has revealed that the Israeli Air Force was just one hour away from launching a massive strike on hundreds of targets deep inside Iran before the mission was abruptly called off. Reports suggest Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu halted the operation after President Trump urged Israel not to escalate the conflict further.

And in Paris, a diplomatic row has erupted after France blocked Israeli companies from displaying offensive weapons at the Eurosatory defence exhibition and boarded up several Israeli stands. Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar accused France of boycotting Israeli firms out of fear of competition, saying countries around the world would continue buying Israeli defence products because they are “simply better.”

Today’s guest is former Spokesman for the State of Israel, Eylon Levy, who weighs whether the emerging US-Iran deal represents a strategic victory for Tehran.

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The latest violence has also claimed civilian lives. Three Indian sailors were killed after a US strike on a commercial tanker in the Gulf of Oman, prompting a formal protest from New Delhi. Meanwhile, Kuwait briefly closed its airspace and an 11-year-old girl was injured in Bahrain by falling debris from Iranian attacks.

In Lebanon, Saudi Arabia has lifted a five-year ban on imports, signalling a possible thaw in relations with Beirut after years of tension over Iranian influence.

Saudi reports claim Palestinian factions including Hamas have a counterproposal which they hope President Trump will pressure Israel to accept. It involves the gradual storage of weapons and military infrastructure leading to full IDF withdrawal.

Today’s guest is Gaza native and Atlantic Council senior fellow Ahmed Fouad AlKhatib, who discusses the future of Gaza after Hamas and what a realistic path toward reconstruction and stability might look like.

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At the same time, Israel continues to strike Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon, with the IDF issuing fresh evacuation orders and accusing the terror group of repeatedly violating a US-brokered ceasefire.

Today’s guest is Israel’s former National Security Advisor and FDD senior fellow Eyal Hulata, who expresses concern over how much the US and Israel share the same goals with regard to Iran and who says Israel’s political considerations are affecting national security decisions.

Concerns are also growing that Iran has activated its proxies in Yemen. A UK-flagged cargo ship has reported coming under fire in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, while the Houthis have announced a complete ban on Israeli-linked maritime traffic in the Red Sea.

Former hostage Rom Braslavski has met President Trump at the White House, thanking him for helping secure his freedom after 738 days in Hamas captivity. Braslavski has previously spoken about the torture and abuse he endured while being held in Gaza.

And despite the regional turmoil, ties between Israel and the UAE appear stronger than ever. More than 30 Israeli religious and civil society leaders have travelled to Abu Dhabi as part of the largest interfaith delegation ever to visit the Gulf state, in a show of support for the Abraham Accords and regional cooperation.

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Yemen’s Houthis fire a drone at the Red Sea city of Eilat. The Iranian-backed group resumed strikes on Israel for the first time in months.

Today’s guest is FDD CEO Mark Dubowitz, who argues that linking the Lebanon front to negotiations with Iran would hand Tehran a major victory. He also warns that diplomacy alone will not stop Iran’s nuclear ambitions nor will it keep the Strait of Hormuz permanently open.

In Gaza, three senior Palestinian Islamic Jihad commanders have been killed in an Israeli airstrike. The IDF says they were involved in rebuilding the terror group’s military infrastructure and planning attacks against Israeli forces despite the ceasefire.

Karim Khan, the Chief Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, has been officially suspended over allegations of sexual misconduct. Khan denies the accusations, but member states will now decide on his fate.

And a British Museum lecture on the ancient kingdoms of Israel and Judah will go ahead this week after being postponed over fears it would be disrupted by anti-Israel activists.

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Sirens sound across Israel as Iran fires more than 20 ballistic missiles and Israel responds with strikes on multiple Iranian targets, including the strategically important Mahshahr petrochemical facility.

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps says it is prepared for a war on multiple fronts and claims the missile barrage was retaliation for Israeli strikes on Hezbollah’s Beirut stronghold.

Meanwhile, Yemen’s Houthis have announced a “complete and total ban” on Israeli maritime navigation in the Red Sea, threatening to target all Israeli-linked vessels and raising fresh concerns about global shipping routes through the Bab el-Mandeb chokepoint.

Today’s guest is analyst and Tanakh scholar Saul Sadka who tells us not to pay too much attention to reports of a spat between PM Netanyahu and President Trump, that Iran is less of a threat to Israel than to its neighbours and that today is a great time to be a Jew!

In Cairo, Egypt, Qatar and Turkey are holding talks with Palestinian factions including Hamas in an effort to advance the next phase of the Gaza ceasefire, though Hamas continues to reject demands that it disarm before a full Israeli withdrawal from the Strip.

And in Europe, Slovenia’s new Prime Minister Janez Janša has lowered the Palestinian flag from government headquarters and pledged a more balanced foreign policy, reversing the strongly anti-Israel stance of the previous administration.

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At the same time, the IDF continues to strike Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon despite a US-brokered truce. Defence Minister Israel Katz says Israeli forces will maintain positions north of the border, including at the strategic Beaufort Castle captured this week.

Talks between Hamas and former UN envoy Nickolay Mladenov have been postponed until at least next week. Reports suggest Hamas may be willing to give up heavy weapons such as rocket launchers while retaining small arms.

The head of the UN nuclear watchdog, Rafael Grossi visits the UAE and Riyadh and urges the Saudis to remain transparent and cooperative as they develop their civilian nuclear program.

A German hotel in Munich, yes Munich, has been kicked off Booking.com after an employee told Israeli guests that ‘Jews were not allowed’ at the hotel. An investigation is under way.

Today’s guest is activist Shabbos Kestenbaum, who demolishes the narrative that Israel dragged America into a war with Iran and that Israel controls US politics.

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At the same time, Israel and Hezbollah continue to trade fire despite a partial ceasefire brokered by the United States. The IDF has issued evacuation warnings for several towns and villages in southern Lebanon ahead of fresh airstrikes, while four Israeli soldiers were wounded in a Hezbollah drone attack on Tuesday.

Israel’s government has meanwhile approved a major financial package aimed at rebuilding and fortifying communities along the Lebanese border. The plan includes thousands of new bomb shelters, compensation for damaged homes and a sweeping five-year reconstruction effort focused on infrastructure, healthcare and local industry.

And Israel has barred entry to Palestinian-American activist Linda Sarsour, accusing her of promoting anti-Israel campaigns and supporting protests backing Hamas after the October 7 attacks. Diaspora Affairs Minister Amichai Chikli said Israel would no longer “open its gates to those who work to destroy it.”

Today’s guest is Dr. Eric Mandel, who says President Trump is wasting time ‘trying to do a deal with the devil’ and that the Strait must be opened by force. He also says Israel needs to figure out what it wants when it comes to Lebanon.

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Another Israeli soldier has been killed in southern Lebanon. Captain Dr. Ori Yosef Silvester was killed in a Hezbollah drone strike, becoming the 14th IDF soldier killed since the April ceasefire took effect.

And at the UN Security Council every member except the United States called on Israel to withdraw from Lebanon, while UN Secretary-General António Guterres pushes for a new international peacekeeping force to replace UNIFIL.

Today’s guest is Ahmed AlKhuzaie, who says the war must resume or the region and the world will have to live under Iran’s tyranny. He also says many in the Gulf feel let down by Arab states including Egypt, Iraq and Syria after they failed to show support while they were coming under Iranian attack.

Hamas continues to refuse to disarm ahead of new talks in Cairo and big week for Morocco! After displacing South Africa to become Africa’s most industrialised economy it now possesses Africa’s largest offensive drone fleet — with around half of its attack drones purchased from Israel.

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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has ordered the IDF to begin striking Beirut following repeated Hezbollah violations, including multiple drone and missile attacks on northern Israel. According to reports, the Trump administration may have given Israel the green light to expand operations and “finish the job” against Hezbollah.

Today’s guest is Dr Einat Wilf who explains why it’s long past time for Lebanon to reassert its sovereignty and that the West must stop coddling Israel’s enemies – from Hezbollah to Hamas.

The United States and Iran have exchanged fire over the past 48 hours. President Trump says Tehran wants a deal and has urged critics to “sit back and relax,”

A Palestinian car ramming in Judea and Samaria, leaves two Israeli teenage girls wounded — one seriously — at the Gush Etzion Junction. A soldier at the scene quickly neutralized the attacker.

And a 12-year-old Israeli boy uncovers a 1,500-year-old gemstone during an archaeological dig in the Upper Galilee.

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Meanwhile, another IDF soldier has been killed in a Hezbollah drone attack near the Lebanese border. Twenty-year-old Sergeant Rotem Yanai was killed while running to a shelter during the strike, as explosive-laden drones continue to pose a growing challenge for Israel’s air defenses.

In response, the Israeli Air Force has launched strikes on Tyre — one of Lebanon’s largest cities — as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vows to intensify military pressure on Hezbollah.

A new report warns that the US military could need at least three years to replenish key weapons systems heavily used during the conflict with Iran, including Tomahawk missiles, Patriot batteries and THAAD interceptors.

The Financial Times reports that not a single dollar of the 17 billion pledged to rebuild Gaza has yet reached President Trump’s so-called “Peace Council,” amid growing frustration over Hamas’s refusal to disarm.

The British Museum has postponed a lecture on the kingdoms of Israel and Judah over fears the event would be deliberately disrupted.

Today’s guest is independent Israeli analyst Eyal Ofer.

He expresses scepticism over President Trump’s negotiation strategy and explains why he believes the GCC countries have decided to appease Iran. He says Israel is struggling to make life safe for citizens in the north and claims President Trump’s plan for Gaza has hit a wall called reality.

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In Lebanon, the IDF has carried out one of its heaviest waves of strikes in months after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to intensify military pressure on Hezbollah. More than 100 Hezbollah targets were reportedly hit overnight, while Hezbollah continues rocket and drone attacks into northern Israel.

Iran has warned it’s ready to resume war and vows to turn its entire coastline into a “graveyard for aggressors”.

Today’s guest is Military and Strategic affairs analyst Yaakov Lappin. He discusses what he believes is the only way to defeat Hamas in the long term, why stop and start warfare is making it difficult to obtain victory in Lebanon and Iran and why he doesn’t buy the defeatist talking points about the deal with Tehran

Also, Israeli lawmakers are advancing legislation that could dissolve parliament and trigger early elections by the autumn.

Plus — Israir says it plans to launch direct Tel Aviv–New York flights this summer, stepping into the gap left by major US airlines that continue to delay their return to Israel.

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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the Strait will remain open “one way or another,” while reports suggest talks are stalled over Iran’s nuclear program and access to frozen Iranian funds — though a temporary 60-day framework agreement may still be possible.

Joining us is Iranian dissident Ravin Khorshid Alam to discuss what Iranians make of the latest developments and fears that any agreement could strengthen the regime rather than weaken it.

Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia doubles down on refusing to normalize ties with Israel without an irreversible path toward a Palestinian state, despite pressure from President Trump to expand the Abraham Accords.

The head of the Shin Bet, David Zini, reportedly met exiled Palestinian figure Mohammed Dahlan in Abu Dhabi, fueling fresh speculation about possible plans for postwar Gaza and the UAE’s growing role.

In Lebanon, the IDF says it has struck dozens of Hezbollah targets after Prime Minister Netanyahu ordered a “crushing blow” against the group. Former defence minister Avigdor Liberman warns Hezbollah drones could soon threaten Tel Aviv and Jerusalem.

Also today — Israeli defence company Elbit Systems signs a 1.4 billion dollar military deal with a European country amid rising defence spending across the continent.

And Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar issues a rare Arabic-language Eid al-Adha message to Muslims and Druze worldwide, calling for “stability, peace and respect.”

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Joining us is Raphael Ben Levi, senior fellow at the Misgav Institute and director of the Churchill Program at the Argaman Institute, to break down what may really be taking shape behind the scenes.

Meanwhile, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says there will either be a “good deal” with Iran — or “another way” — while accusing Hezbollah of trying to drag Lebanon back into chaos after its leader called for an uprising against the Lebanese government.

In southern Lebanon, the IDF has confirmed the death of 19-year-old Sergeant Nehoray Leizer after an explosive drone attack. Twenty-three Israeli soldiers have now been killed since the ceasefire came into effect in April.

Israel has also summoned Spain’s top diplomat after accusing Spanish police of using “severe violence” against Gaza flotilla activists returning home from Israel. Jerusalem says Spain is condemning Israel while ignoring its own police conduct — and claims at least one flotilla activist had links to Hamas and was under US sanctions.

And Israel’s ultra-Orthodox parties have rejected the latest draft of a controversial military conscription bill, threatening Netanyahu’s coalition and raising the prospect of early elections as the IDF warns of a growing manpower shortage. Watch now for your fast, fact-based Middle East briefing.

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Iran’s Foreign Ministry says it is now weighing the latest US proposal to end the war, while Pakistani mediator Field Marshal Asim Munir is expected in Tehran later today. The developments follow unconfirmed reports of a tense phone call between President Trump and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over the terms of a possible agreement.

Meanwhile, concerns are growing that Iran is rebuilding its military capabilities faster than expected. A new CNN report citing US intelligence and military sources says Tehran could be ready to resume drone and missile attacks within months.

Dozens of Spanish activists detained during Israel’s interception of the Turkish-led Gaza flotilla are expected to leave for Spain via Turkey later today. Spain’s Foreign Minister condemned Israel’s treatment of the activists as “monstrous” after video of National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir abusing detainees.

In northern Israel, ten Israeli soldiers have been wounded, including two seriously, in separate Hezbollah drone attacks in southern Lebanon.

And antisemitism in Germany is at its highest level since the Holocaust. That’s according to a new report by the watchdog RIAS.

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Today’s guest is Kasra Aarabi, Director of IRGC Research at UANI. He says the British government is putting politics ahead of national security in its handling of Iran and the IRGC.

Meanwhile, oil shipments are cautiously resuming through the Strait of Hormuz, easing pressure on global markets after weeks of disruption caused by the conflict.

Iranian-backed militias in Iraq continue launching drones toward the UAE, including an attack that triggered a fire near the Barakah nuclear power plant. The UAE says the facility remains secure, though the UN’s nuclear watchdog has warned a direct hit could cause a major radioactive incident.

The IDF has confirmed the death of reservist officer Itamar Sapir during fighting in southern Lebanon after Hezbollah operatives opened fire from inside a church in the border village of Qouza.

Israeli naval commandos have intercepted all remaining vessels in the Turkish-led Gaza flotilla operation, detaining hundreds of activists as Israel says the maritime blockade will remain in force under international law.

An international body overseeing the Gaza ceasefire is expected to push for increased pressure on Hamas to disarm, warning reconstruction efforts and any broader political transition remain stalled while the terror group retains its weapons and tunnel network.

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Iran has outlined sweeping demands for any agreement with Washington, including sanctions relief, access to frozen assets, continued uranium enrichment rights, and long-term influence over the Strait of Hormuz, while Trump insists any deal must permanently block Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons.

A new security assessment warns Iran has spent the ceasefire preparing for a potentially intense renewed conflict, conserving much of its missile arsenal for sustained attacks against Israel, Gulf states and American targets.

Israeli naval forces have intercepted dozens of vessels linked to a Turkish-led flotilla attempting to reach Gaza, while several boats remain en route to the Strip.

The IDF says it has killed a Hamas terrorist involved in the October 7 attacks after troops identified an immediate threat in southern Gaza.

Israel’s ambassador to Washington has sharply attacked J Street, accusing the left-wing Jewish organisation of undermining Israel during wartime, prompting pushback from the group’s leadership.

And Elon Musk praises Israel as the world leader in innovation per capita during a virtual appearance at the Smart Mobility Summit in Tel Aviv

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President Donald Trump is escalating pressure on Iran as he prepares high-level talks with his national security team, warning Tehran of possible military consequences if a deal is not reached. 

The UAE says it may respond after a drone strike hit a nuclear facility in Abu Dhabi, with investigators examining possible Houthi involvement, while Saudi Arabia has intercepted multiple drones launched by Iranian-backed forces in Iraq, highlighting widening regional spillover from the conflict.

Israeli naval commandos successfully intercept a Turkish Islamist backed flotilla off the coast of Cyprus in the latest attempt to break the naval blockade on Gaza. 

The US is weighing a proposal to redirect frozen Palestinian Authority tax revenues toward Gaza reconstruction, as international estimates place rebuilding costs at tens of billions of dollars amid ongoing political disputes over the funds.

A Palestinian-Belgian legal group has filed new complaints in Europe against IDF reservists over alleged wartime conduct in Gaza, intensifying legal pressure on Israeli soldiers abroad and raising concerns in Jerusalem about social media exposure.

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Meanwhile, confusion surrounds reports of a secret visit by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to the United Arab Emirates. Netanyahu’s office says the trip took place earlier this year, while Abu Dhabi publicly denies it ever happened, raising fresh questions about the quiet relationship between Israel and one of its closest regional partners.

New reports shed light on the hidden Gulf role in the war with Iran. Reuters says Saudi Arabia carried out strikes on Iranian-backed militias in Iraq, while Kuwait reportedly launched operations in response to Iranian drone and missile attacks, pointing to a broader regional campaign against Tehran and its proxies.

UN envoy Nickolay Mladenov said demands for Hamas to disarm remain non-negotiable but the terrorist group may participate in the political process.

And as Jerusalem Day begins at sunset, former Jerusalem deputy mayor, senior Misgav fellow, and Israeli trade envoy Fleur Hassan-Nahoum talks about the meaning of Yom Yerushalayim, the future of Jerusalem, and the city’s role at the center of Israel’s identity and diplomacy.

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Meanwhile, Hamas is accused of sabotaging one of the first major reconstruction efforts inside Gaza since the ceasefire, threatening Palestinian contractors working on the UAE-backed “Emirates City” project in Rafah.

In Lebanon, fierce fighting continues as the IDF intensifies operations against Hezbollah positions in the south. Israeli media reports the group is now weighing an emergency plan to seize control of Beirut amid financial strain, weakening Iranian support, and growing public anger inside Lebanon.

The episode also examines growing backlash over a controversial New York Times op-ed accusing Israeli forces of sexual abuse, published just before the release of a major investigation documenting Hamas rape and sexual torture during the October 7 massacre.

Today’s guest is Kurdish activist and jihadism expert Aram Aqil, discussing President Trump’s accusations against Iranian Kurdish groups, the legacy of America’s withdrawal from Syria, and why many Kurds fear being abandoned once again. Watch now for your fast, fact-based Middle East briefing.

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Meanwhile, US Ambassador Mike Huckabee confirms for the first time that Israel supplied Iron Dome systems and personnel to help defend the UAE during the recent conflict with Iran. The revelation comes as reports emerge that Abu Dhabi may have carried out strikes against Iranian targets in April.

Pakistan is denying a CBS report claiming that while publicly acting as a mediator during the Iran-US war, it also quietly assisted Tehran behind the scenes.

And fierce fighting continues in southern Lebanon, where Hezbollah launched rockets overnight at Israeli troops operating near the border.

Today’s guest is Hillel Neuer, Executive Director of UN Watch.

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Israel’s Defense Minister hails the bravery of an IDF reservist killed in a Hezbollah drone strike near Manara, the fifth Israeli soldier killed in southern Lebanon since the ceasefire.

Lebanon says it remains open to peace with Israel but only after a ceasefire and full Israeli withdrawal, while talks continue in Washington.

In Europe, the EU is moving toward approving sanctions on Israeli settlers accused of West Bank violence after Hungary’s political shift removed a long-standing veto, though member states remain divided on broader measures against Israel.

Meanwhile, Israel is advancing plans for a major domestic natural gas storage facility to secure energy supply during emergencies and repeated wartime disruptions of offshore fields. Watch now for your fast, fact-based Middle East briefing.

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In the region, the IDF says it killed a senior Hezbollah commander in Beirut after renewed attacks on northern Israel, Egypt and Lebanon sign a gas infrastructure deal tied to Israeli supply, and Hamas confirms the death of another son of its chief negotiator.

In the UK, voters head to the polls with “Palestine is on the ballot,” raising concerns over political and community impact, while Iran weighs a U.S. proposal that could reopen key shipping lanes in exchange for nuclear limits.

Meanwhile, J. M. Coetzee rejects a Jerusalem literary festival invitation, accusing Israel of war crimes, adding to growing cultural fallout over Gaza.

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Iran insists it will only accept a “fair and comprehensive agreement,” denying recent attacks on the UAE and instead accusing Abu Dhabi of working with hostile actors.

In Gaza, envoy Nikolay Mladenov describes talks with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as “positive,” with officials reaffirming support for Trump’s 20-point plan — though Hamas continues to reject disarmament.

In the north, Hezbollah launches rockets, mortars, and drones at IDF positions, as tensions along the Lebanon border remain high.

Meanwhile, Israeli President Isaac Herzog departs for a historic visit to Panama and Costa Rica, aimed at strengthening regional ties.

And in tech — Israelis are nearly five times more likely to use AI than the global average, topping a new index based on data from Anthropic.

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Iranian strikes on the UAE were largely intercepted, though a drone hit the Fujairah oil zone, injuring three people.

Inside Tehran, tensions are rising — President Masoud Pezeshkian reportedly condemning the strikes on the UAE as “irresponsible madness” and demanding talks with Mojtaba Khamenei.

China moves to counter U.S. sanctions, warning companies not to comply —

prompting U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to accuse Beijing of enabling terrorism and urge pressure on Iran to reopen the strait.

In the north, clashes continue with Hezbollah, as the IDF issues evacuation warnings in southern Lebanon and diplomatic efforts stall, with President Aoun ruling out talks for now.

Israeli biotech firm MSICS Pharma raises $3.6 million to advance psychedelic treatments for PTSD, depression, and OCD, with clinical trials already underway.

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Iran calls it a ceasefire violation and has already opened fire on vessels in the water.

Around 20,000 seafarers remain stuck as the blockade disrupts one of the world’s most critical shipping lanes, with U.S. Central Command deploying thousands of troops, aircraft, and warships to the region.

Meanwhile, diplomatic pressure builds on Gaza.

Senior envoy Nikolay Mladenov to arrive in Israel, pushing for increased aid and limits on military operations — as Hamas refuses to disarm without a full Israeli withdrawal and insists on maintaining political power.

The group is also holding internal elections, with a possible runoff between Khaled Meshaal and Khalil al-Hayya.

And at Eurovision – Israeli contestant Noam Bettan unveils the largest stage prop of the year in Vienna, a massive mirrored “diamond” designed to create an “infinite” visual effect during his performance.

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President Trump signals possible renewed strikes as a U.S. naval blockade begins to hit Iran’s oil production.

In the north, Hezbollah fires rockets into Israeli communities as the IDF ramps up strikes and issues evacuation warnings in southern Lebanon.

Meanwhile, Israel’s security cabinet is set to debate resuming the war in Gaza, with Hamas still refusing to disarm.

The U.S. is also shifting its global military posture — pulling troops out of Germany while sending billions in weapons to Middle Eastern allies.

And Israel announces a major expansion of its air force, doubling its F-35 and F-15 fleets as part of a long-term strategy for regional dominance.

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Israel says yes – after a stabbing attack in London’s Golders Green is declared a terror incident.

Diaspora Affairs Minister Amichai Chikli tells us it was entirely predictable under Keir Starmer’s leadership.

Meanwhile, the US is weighing new military strikes on Iran, oil prices are surging, and tensions are rising across Lebanon and Gaza.

In today’s Israel in 10:

* London terror attack linked to Iranian-backed networks

* Trump considers strikes and Hormuz intervention

* Hezbollah escalates despite “no ceasefire”

* Hamas demands full IDF withdrawal

* Exclusive: Amichai Chikli reacts

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At the same time, OPEC is shaken by the UAE’s decision to exit the cartel after more than five decades, signaling deeper fractures in the global energy order.

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Inside Iran, the economic crisis is deepening — with inflation now surpassing 72 percent and oil storage nearing capacity.

A Hezbollah drone attack kills a civilian contractor and injures his son, underscoring the growing threat from advanced UAVs as the IDF expands operations along the Lebanese border.

A new poll shows the new party of former Prime Ministers Bennett and Lapid need Gadi Eisenkot if they’re to present a real challenge to Likud.

EU lawmakers to vote on freezing billions in funding to the Palestinian Authority over concerns about incitement in school textbooks.

Guest: Ahmed Khuzaie, Gulf expert at the N7 Foundation, joins to unpack the seismic shifts in the region.

With the Strait effectively closed, global shipping is disrupted and Iranian oil exports are under pressure. Inside Iran, the economic situation is deteriorating – with inflation soaring, the rial collapsing, and fears growing of renewed unrest.

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PLUS In northern Israel, two IDF soldiers are wounded in a Hezbollah drone attack, highlighting the growing threat from advanced UAVs backed by Iran. The IDF says it has struck more than 1,000 Hezbollah targets as fighting continues along the border.

A new report also raises serious questions about Qatar’s alleged ties to Karim Khan of the International Criminal Court, amid scrutiny over arrest warrants targeting Israeli leaders.

Meanwhile, Israel’s defense industry is racing to keep up – with Rafael Advanced Defense Systems advancing next-generation tools like Iron Beam to counter evolving threats.

Guest: Andrew Fox, former British Army Officer and Senior Fellow at the Henry Jackson Society

Fox joins to challenge U.S. strategy and assess what comes next in the Israel–Iran confrontation.

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In other news, tensions escalate on multiple fronts – oil prices rise as Iran’s FM travels to Russia for talks with President Putin and residents of northern Israel sent to the shelters amid a Hezbollah drone infiltration. 

The IDF releases its final report into the October 7th attack on Kibbutz Holit, admitting it failed to protect residents during hours of Hamas assault. In London, police make further arrests tied to attacks on Jewish targets, amid growing concern over Iranian-linked activity.

And despite the ongoing conflict, Israel’s economy shows resilience, with the shekel hitting a 30-year high — though not without pressure on exporters and tech firms.

Today’s guest, Lahav Harkov of Jewish Insider and the Misgav Institute, joins to break down the evolving political landscape.

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On today’s Israel in 10, Laura Cellier covers intensifying conflict on two fronts, as Israel orders strikes on Hezbollah despite an extended ceasefire, and the U.S. escalates pressure on Iran with a continued naval blockade.

Diplomatic efforts with Tehran stall, while Gaza’s first local elections in 20 years reveal low turnout and limited engagement under Hamas exclusion.

In Washington, President Trump says a shooting at the White House Correspondent’s dinner won’t deter him from the war with Iran and in the UK, budget cuts force the closure of an organisation that was pursuing Israel for alleged ‘crimes’ in Lebanon and Gaza.

Plus, Israeli startup BAND raises $17 million to build the “Internet of Agents,” as AI infrastructure becomes the next battleground in tech. Today’s guest, Amichai Stein of the Jerusalem Post and i24, joins to break down the regional outlook.

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On today’s Israel in Ten, Laura Cellier covers escalating maritime tensions in the Strait of Hormuz as the U.S. and Iran trade seizures and warnings amid fragile ceasefire diplomacy.

Israel and Lebanon prepare for renewed Washington talks ahead of a looming ceasefire deadline.

In Gaza, local elections offer a rare test of support for Hamas, Washington tightens pressure on Iraq over militia attacks and withholds major financial transfers and an Israeli AI startup backed by UAE investors raises $10 million.

Daily Telegraph Columnist Anne Elisabeth Moutet talks about French anger at being cut out of the Lebanon talks and about the outlook for Israel’s ties with Europe now that staunch Netanyahu ally, Viktor Orban is out of office.

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Israel marks Memorial Day with nationwide sirens and ceremonies, before transitioning into Independence Day celebrations — with Argentina’s President Javier Milei set to take part in a historic torch-lighting ceremony.

Also: plans for Gaza’s future as the US “Board of Peace” explores a major logistics role with DP World, and a look at Israel’s next wave of innovation, as startup AIR wins US approval for its personal aircraft.

Today’s guest is Yigal Carmon, founder of MEMRI, on the regional outlook, Qatar’s duplicity and his personal memories on Israel’s Memorial Day

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In Lebanon, the IDF warns civilians against returning to their homes in the south as Defence Minister Israel Katz vows to remove the threat to northern Israel for good.

Hamas offers partial disarmament - handing over small arms but refusing to give up rockets - a move rejected by Israel and the US as a stalling tactic.

Arrests in London, following the latest attempted firebombing of a synagogue linked to an Iranian group.

Plus, as Hormuz tightens, Turkey emerges as a critical energy bypass as Israel expands a diplomatic push in Latin America, with Argentina’s President Javier Milei set to take part in Independence Day events.

Today’s guest is Zineb Riboua of the Hudson Institute, on whether diplomacy with Iran still has a chance - and what comes next if it fails.

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In Lebanon, an IDF soldier is killed by a Hezbollah explosive, as Israel enforces a new “Yellow Line” buffer in the north. In London, an Iran-linked group claims a wave of attacks targeting Jewish sites, including multiple arson attempts, triggering a counterterrorism response.

And Israel’s construction surge signals growing market confidence that the war’s high-intensity phase may be nearing an end.

Today’s guest is Brig. Gen. (Res.) Yossi Kuperwasser, head of the Jerusalem Institute for Strategy and Security, on whether a deal with Iran is within reach — and what happens if it collapses.

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An Iran-linked group claims a synagogue attack in London, and Israel’s tech sector shifts toward defense.Today’s guest: former Israeli Ambassador to the US, Michael Oren on diplomacy or escalation.

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France appears to be striking its own deals with Iran following prisoner exchanges and Israel’s “Super Shekel” surged to a 30-year high, driven by investor optimism around regional shifts and defense exports.

Today’s guest is Iranian dissident Ravin Khorshid Alam, speaking from hiding in Europe under threat from Iranian agents. He argues that Iranians will not rise until the regime begins to collapse internally, and discusses the risks facing opposition voices abroad.Sign up to get the daily brief delivered to your inbox each morning: https://izs.activetrail.biz/Israel-in-10-Sign-Up

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Today’s guest is Misgav Senior Fellow Prof. Kobi Michael who discusses the opportunity for peace with Lebanon, the prospect of a stalemate with Iran, and why he believes Qatar is quietly dropping support for extremist groups, including Hamas.

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Plus, Iran faces mounting internal pressure amid mass executions, and Israel prepares for Yom HaShoah commemorations. Today’s guest is former Deputy Former Minister and Ambassador Danny Ayalon on how the war is affecting Israel’s ties with the U.S., and whether Viktor Orban’s loss in Hungary means relations with Europe will worsen.

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