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Tales of tumult: Israeli authors decode war
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One tree from Kibbutz Be'eri
Opinion: No words can describe the horror the sleepy farming community endured on October 7, but one tree bore witness
Orian Chaplin
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When the war started
Mayan Rogel
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Beyond the books: the practical lessons October 7 taught me
Omri Horesh
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Almost six months ago
Lee Maman
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I worry about a cat more than the hunger in Gaza
Raanan Shaked
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These are NOT freedom fighters: Hamas endangers you too
Sarit Flein
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The case against Israel in the Hague is the ultimate blood libel
Hadar Galron
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Life in Israel during war-time
Eshkol Nevo
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Shadows of children: Israeli youngsters who returned from Hamas' tunnels
Anat Lev Adler
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Opinion
When weak leadership invites sabotage: Hezbollah’s self-destruction
Analysis: Hezbollah's use of identical pagers enabled major Israeli intelligence strike, leading to injuries and exposing internal vulnerabilities; leadership strife and security lapses weakened its effectiveness, underscoring need for strong operational security
Hillel Portugais de Almeida
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16:55 | 09.18.24
Israel has entered new phase of war, senior security official says
Analysis: Israel relies on US defense facing potential multi-front assault and must consider Washington’s opposition to escalating war; as a result, Israel likely to allow Hezbollah to act first rather than using group’s current vulnerability to strike
Ron Ben-Yishai
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16:25 | 09.18.24
Hezbollah pager blasts signal declaration of war
Opinion: Israelis must prepare for days or weeks of violence and a possible ground offensive in Lebanon but the government must be clear on its goals and war objectives
Avi Issacharoff
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12:39 | 09.18.24
Pager blasts expose Hezbollah’s vulnerability, but change remains unlikely
Analysis: The action attributed to Israel in Lebanon sets fear in Hezbollah and Iran's hearts, but won't be enough to return northern Israelis to their homes
Ron Ben-Yishai
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23:28 | 09.17.24
As US politics heats up, Israeli concerns grow over the 2024 election outcome
Opinion: As U.S. elections loom, Middle East allies weigh their hopes, concerns and expectations for a potential shift in American foreign policy; For most Israelis, who are not burdened by issues like abortion, borders or January 6, the choice seems fairly clear
Amit Segal
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23:55 | 09.16.24
Not a victory and not absolute: Government lets the Iranians erode Israel politically and socially
Opinion: The most right-wing government Israel has ever known chooses not to act in the face of multiple fronts initiated by Iran; 'Mr. Security' Netanyahu refuses to make decisions
Yossi Yehoshua
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20:00 | 09.16.24
West maneuvered by Iran, Muslim Brotherhood into war in Gaza and beyond
Analysis: Senior Saudi official says ending the war must be a priority; lays a path to normalization with Israel that must include a deadline for a Palestinian state and result in a real alliance of moderate forces against Iran
Nadav Eyal
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15:31 | 09.16.24
A policy of calm for calm did not work in Gaza, Lebanon and will not in Yemen
Opinion: Just another ordinary morning in the Middle East, Sirens jolt Israelis out of bed and an hour later, they are sitting in routine traffic but the Houthi missile attack must not be normalized and must be seen for the dangerous escalation it is
Gadi Ezra
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18:43 | 09.15.24
Houthi missile attack on central Israel raises difficult questions
Analysis: At this point it's still unclear whether the Yemeni munition was a cruise or ballistic missile and why it wasn't identified and intercepted by the IDF
Ron Ben Yishai
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09:16 | 09.15.24
Handing it over to Hamas? Taking back Philadelphi Corridor would be far from simple
Opinion: Critics, including ex-security officials, argue debate over Israel's control of Philadelphi Corridor politically driven and strategically insignificant; however, they mislead the public with oversimplified solutions
Or Yissachar
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18:13 | 09.14.24
The strategic impacts of IDF’s preemptive attack on Hezbollah
Analysis: IDF's preemptive strike on Hezbollah disrupted planned attack and highlighted Israel's intelligence and defensive capabilities, raising doubts about Hezbollah's strength, pressures Iran's deterrent strategy and showcases US-Israel military coordination
Dr. Avigdor Haselkorn
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18:28 | 09.13.24
Russia protecting its interests in the Middle East
Analysis: wider war in the region would also most certainly carry major risks for Moscow in an entanglement of its ally Syria, a weakening of Iran’s capacity to supply Russia with weapons and complicating its relations with Gulf Arab states and Iran
Jennifer Teale
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10:30 | 09.13.24
Will the world see this tunnel and remain silent?
Opinion: 85 years later, world once again turns its back on us, using ideology and claims of colonialism and apartheid to justify indifference to Israelis murdered, raped, tortured and held hostage
Ariela Ringel-Hoffman
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22:13 | 09.12.24
We can all learn something from people like Paralympic swimmer Ami Dadon
Opinion: The Hebrew calendar month of Elul is our pool – we enter it carrying our pain, disabilities, traumas and fears, and slowly learn to swim forward; Dadon's willpower and infectious zest for life keep him moving forward, never giving up on himself, or on us.
Tamar Asraf
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13:01 | 09.12.24
Parallels of horror: 9/11 and October 7 attacks examined
Opinion: In aftermath of 9/11 and October 7, US and Israel faced jihadist terror attacks, highlighting differing global responses; while America pursued military action against al-Qaeda, Israel's war with Hamas revealed contrasting international perceptions and diplomatic engagements
Michael Oren
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23:53 | 09.11.24
'Seeing where hostages were held, crying and thinking of you'
Hostage Liri Elbag's sister writes: 'After watching video of the tunnel in which the hostages were held, my thoughts go to you, Liri; Are you also being held in these conditions?
Shai Elbag
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15:20 | 09.11.24
Hostages' blood inside Hamas tunnel is reason to stop sending food, aid to Gaza
Opinion: Until now, we have been told that it's impossible to suddenly stop humanitarian aid from going in to Gaza; Are the blood stains of our brothers on the tunnel walls not red enough for you?
Amihai Attali
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00:30 | 09.11.24
EU deal with Egypt aims to mitigate Gaza migration
Analysis: The EU supports Egypt to increase stability in the region; Egypt is a vital partner in achieving the EU’s migration vision, as a major host country for migrants close to Europe’s borders
Jennifer Teale
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22:04 | 09.10.24
IDF targets smuggling routes, disrupting Iran's expansion in Syria
Analysis: Foreign reports allege recent Israeli airstrikes targeted major weapons manufacturing facility in region, reportedly backed by Iran and intended to supply Hezbollah in Lebanon
Yossi Yehoshua
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11:16 | 09.10.24
The strikes in Syria are preparation for a major campaign in Lebanon
Analysis: For years, Israel has been thwarting arms transfers from Iran to Hezbollah through Syria, mainly focused on smuggling in convoys; The attacks in Syria which killed at least 18 people were aimed at the Iranian-Syrian capabilities
Ron Ben-Yishai
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17:30 | 09.09.24
Israel must apply military pressure now in Middle East to get out of this mess
Opinion: There is no solution to the incredibly complex situation we're in, except through a comprehensive multi-front deterrence campaign across the Middle East, with a private lesson – or series of lessons – directed at the Persian nation that resides in Iran
Amichai Attali
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16:07 | 09.09.24
They fight for land, but we fight - above all - for life
Opinion: I propose that for every murdered hostage, Israel claim a square kilometer from Gaza for agricultural purposes; The IDF will create an army of volunteer farmers who will cultivate the former Palestinian land and grow seasonal crops there
Alon Goldstein
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13:22 | 09.09.24
How a sand-throwing incident act became a national metaphor for hatred
Opinion: The sand thrown at Itamar Ben-Gvir by a woman at the beach is just another metaphor for the growing hatred we must stop before this sandstorm turns into an earthquake that swallows us all
Lior Ohana
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09:40 | 09.09.24
Israel urged Jordan to tighten border crossing security, but they did nothing
Analysis: Both sides are working together to prevent terror attacks like the one at the Allenby crossing, but since the start of the Gaza war this cooperation has become 'routine,' with little communication between the sides
Smadar Perry
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23:55 | 09.08.24
An open letter to Sarah Friedland, the Jewish director who condemned Israel
Jewish-American director Sarah Friedland dedicated her victory speech at the Venice Film Festival to protest Israel's 'genocide' in Gaza; It's too bad she neglects to mention the actual facts as she focuses on being hip and happening
Ben-Dror Yemini
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22:06 | 09.08.24
What kind of legacy is President Biden leaving after 4 years in office?
Opinion: Regardless of how the 2024 elections play out, President Biden will leave the White House on January 20 of next year, so it's time to take a look at his record, especially when it comes to October 7 and the subsequent Gaza war
Nadav Tamir
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13:38 | 09.07.24
Russia protects its Middle East interests while avoiding direct military confrontation
Analysis: Russia's involvement in the Middle East aims to strengthen its position in the Arab world and divert Western attention from Eastern Europe; While Moscow avoids Western-led stability efforts, it also seeks to prevent a regional conflict that could complicate its strategic interests
Jennifer Teale
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19:36 | 09.06.24
U.S. proposal and Hezbollah's revenge
Analysis: Israel's preemptive strike on Hezbollah makes rehabilitation of its infrastructure, and rocket array which is severely damaged, difficult; if this success continues it can make South Lebanon much less threatening for Israel’s northern residents.
Ron Ben Yishai
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16:54 | 09.06.24
Haredi brothers, sisters, help us save the hostages
Opinion: The Mitzvah of redeeming captives seems to have vanished from Haredi priorities while conscription to the military, violations of the sabbath bring mass Haredi protesters to the streets; my Haredi brothers and sisters, where are you?
Judy Shalom Nir-Mozes
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15:04 | 09.06.24
Biden pulling all stops to reach a Gaza deal
Analysis: The administration putting together an updated bridging proposal in conversation with Israel's Strategic Affairs Minister but without the participation of Mossad, Shin Bet, IDF; US forces posed to prevent Iran from interfering with chances for a deal
Ron Ben Yishai
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22:27 | 09.05.24
Netanyahu, security officials discuss next Gaza move
Analysis: Among the topics on the table is the IDF's adjustment to diminishing fighting in Gaza, and reassessing the approach to humanitarian aid which is still controlled by Hamas
Yossi Yehoshua
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21:05 | 09.05.24
Are Durov and Telegram Kremlin’s Trojan horse?
Opinion: Messaging app's reputation as secure questionable due to weak encryption and lack of transparency; ties to Russia raise data privacy concerns, suggesting platform may be part of Russian information operations, compromising user security
Hillel Portugais de Almeida
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09:31 | 09.05.24
Biden is incentivizing Iran’s political blackmail
Opinion: A deal reached on Gaza that involves a prolonged cease-fire and averts a regional war would serve Biden, the mullahs and Nasrallah at Israel’s expense
Dr. Avigdor Haselkorn
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17:21 | 09.04.24
Egypt is furious at Netanyahu and its trust is shattered
Opinion: Egyptian officials are outraged at claims they are arming Hamas and insist they are sticking to peace agreement with Israel; Any other prime minister would have embraced Cairo as an ally
Smadar Perry
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13:11 | 09.04.24
Hamas murdered the hostages, not Benjamin Netanyahu
Opinion: Those who have painted the prime minister as the murderer of the six hostages have been deluding themselves believing that a genuine deal was on the table; It’s hard to blame them – irresponsible voices in the media and government gave them the impression that it was possible, and that Netanyahu was the only obstacle standing in the way of an agreement
Naveh Dromi
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23:22 | 09.03.24
Israel-Gaza-Egypt: What's the deal with the Philadelphi Corridor
Analysis: Hamas demands Israel's withdrawal from the Philadelphi Corridor, but Netanyahu refuses; Meanwhile, Egypt counts losses from the IDF's shutdown of smuggling routes; Why has the southern Gaza border become such a volatile flashpoint, which challenges US efforts to resolve it?
Smadar Perry
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19:22 | 09.03.24
Did Israel and America fail the hostages? 10 critical missteps to consider
Analysis: Following the tragic murder of the six hostages, we must review our actions throughout this war along with the Americans' choices and ask ourselves difficult questions
Maayan Hoffman
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00:04 | 09.03.24
IDF should be discussing response to execution of 6 hostages
Opinion: Following recovery of the bodies of recently murdered hostages, public discourse centers on grief, if they could have been rescued while still alive, and how to prevent future tragedies; Yet, discussions of the IDF's response to such heinous crimes remain surprisingly limited
Yossi Yehoshua
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12:27 | 09.02.24
A strike won't bring the hostages back, but it will harm Israel
Opinion: No matter what Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar does – every monstrous and inhumane act – Israel's public demands that he be given more incentives to harden his positions
Yair Kraus
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23:32 | 09.01.24
The essence of Israel’s identity: Why Israelis are taking to the streets
Opinion: At the heart of Israeli society is a profound commitment to solidarity, encapsulated in the Mishnah’s teaching that saving one soul is akin to saving the entire world; But there are two sides to this deal, and one of those sides is a group of mass murderers committed to annihilating Israel
Nadav Eyal
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22:08 | 09.01.24
West Bank no longer secondary front as terror simmers
Analysis: Since war, Israeli forces successfully kept West Bank as secondary front to Gaza, but recent attacks signal potential escalation; with mounting terrorist activity and sophisticated explosives, this could prove a threat that will dwarf those from the enclave
Yossi Yehoshua
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12:30 | 09.01.24
Debunking the myth: Inside the IDF's efforts to minimize civilian casualties
Analysis: Amid widespread accusations of targeting civilians, IDF employs rigorous strategies to minimize harm, including advanced warnings, precision strikes and humanitarian aid, highlighting commitment to protecting innocent lives in war zones
Yishai Gelb
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22:12 | 08.31.24
Is the 'smoldering intifada' spreading to Hebron?
Analysis: 'Terror battalion' phenomenon yet to spread south of Jerusalem, but external backing, arms smuggling and West Bank's worsening economic crisis could compel IDF to increase forces in area; rapid intelligence efforts may help contain threat
Ron Ben Yishai
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17:22 | 08.31.24
Religion or Politics? Unraveling the Arab-Israeli Conflict through Durkheim and Voltaire
Opinion: There is a need for pragmatic solutions that address the political and economic dimensions of the conflict but they must be developed with a keen awareness of the religious context in which they are being applied
Prof. Ilan Alon
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13:19 | 08.31.24
Mission possible: Liberating Gaza from radicalism and terror
Liberating the Gaza Strip means unshackling Gazans from Hamas' terror regime and freeing Israelis from its menace, which is a shared interest to both parties | First chapter from 'Liberating Gaza: Breaking the Cycle of Poverty, Fundamentalism, and Terror'
Shraga Biran
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20:52 | 08.30.24
The Jewish nation is a relay race
Opinion: Survey shows social discord undermines deterrence against Hamas; discord stems from nation's disconnect from Judaism
Dr. Ruth Kabbesa Abramzon
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11:26 | 08.30.24
Americans have one request of their presidential candidates: Show me the money
Opinion: Flamboyant conventions packed with celebrities and red-white-and-blue confetti are swell, but as auditorium lights dim, American voters just want their groceries and gas to be more affordable, and could care less about foreign entanglements; Neither Harris nor Trump have yet to articulate an economic message, and the clock is ticking
Orly Azulay
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18:54 | 08.29.24
Not Just Israel: Hezbollah’s Growing Danger to Jewish Diasporas Everywhere, Experts say
Analysis: The existence of established Muslim communities allows Hezbollah to infiltrate and influence through social networks, religious institutions, and local grievances and recruit those harbor anti-Western, anti-Israel sentiments and can be radicalized
Nathan Klabin/The Media Line
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16:41 | 08.29.24
The spread of Afghan terrorism poses rising threat to the West
Opinion: Islamic State and al-Qaeda are insurgencies, not just terrorist groups, seeking to overthrow Muslim governments, replace them with their own and later attack the West to spread their ideologies, ultimately aiming to establish a global caliphate
Eran Lahav
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12:15 | 08.29.24
Hostage rescue proves military pressure works
Opinion: Military pressure, not rushed deals, is key to rescuing hostages; Farhan Alkadi's return highlights the effectiveness of ground operations in Gaza amid calls for diplomatic solutions from the Biden administration
Naveh Dromi
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00:04 | 08.29.24
Time to rethink the Temple Mount debate
Opinion: We're warned challenging Temple Mount status quo could 'ignite the Middle East' or 'spark a religious war,' but region already in turmoil; Hamas aims to push Jews off Mount; strengthening presence could prove terrorism doesn't pay
Shmuel Munitz
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09:54 | 08.28.24
Israel can't stay on the defensive in the north
Opinion: With Hamas threat in south nearly neutralized, it's time to rethink our strategic priorities: Gaza should now be considered a secondary front, and the north must become the primary focus
Brigadier General (res.) Amir Avivi
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23:09 | 08.26.24
Nasrallah is walking a tightrope
Analysis: Hezbollah is conducting a geopolitical balancing act - supporting the Palestinians in Gaza against Israel without triggering a full-scale war in the region; Nasrallah is a bob and weave political beast even more than a Pan-Islamic justice warrior
Avi Issacharoff
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16:49 | 08.26.24
Israel can and must change the equation in the north
Opinion: Hezbollah violated the status quo in October when it opened fire now it must realize attacks on northern border communities will meet the same response as attacks on Tel Aviv
Yossi Yehoshua
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21:11 | 08.25.24
Israeli intelligence countered Hezbollah's plans and prevented regional war
Analysis: The IDF's preemptive strike on Hezbollah rocket launchers prevented thousands of munitions from reaching Tel Aviv and from striking northern Israel
Ron Ben Yishai
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13:00 | 08.25.24
Shaping the story: 'Iran's retaliation' and the battle for the narrative
Opinion: Israel must continuously safeguard the narrative and facts in public discourse; in these tense times, as the Israeli public anxiously awaits the potential expansion of the war, we must be careful not to miscommunicate in a way that reinforces the enemy's narrative, both abroad and at home
Yifa Segal
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22:07 | 08.24.24
War causes massive disruption of construction sector
Opinion: chair of the Israel Construction Center wants to use the war as an opportunity to end the reliance on Palestinian workers who have been banned from entering Israel since October
Amir Avivi
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15:16 | 08.24.24
Sinwar’s days of reckoning
Opinion: Hamas has no dignified way out of impending cease-fire deal, and Sinwar must choose between 2 options — both bad for him; Israel can live with terms of deal, but ironically interests of Israel and Hamas coincide where regional war concerned
Brigadier General (res.) Amir Avivi
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12:36 | 08.24.24
The American wall of defense around Israel
Analysis: WH believes CENTCOM relations with defense officials can help them install an alternative government in Gaza that would include the Palestinian Authority and enable others in the coalition to participate in running post war Gaza
Ron Ben Yishai
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10:01 | 08.24.24
Will Iran’s eroding middle class stunt its progress?
Analysis: Iran's middle class has been hardest hit, which some see as a positive sign that could push Tehran back to nuclear talks with the West; however, economic hardship is sidelining the fight for political and social change in Iran
Dr. Raz Zimmt
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18:05 | 08.23.24
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