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The Middle East Breakdown With Dan and Hayvi

The Middle East Breakdown from Middle East 24 delivers clear, in-depth reporting and analysis on the forces shaping the region. Each episode takes a neutral, investigative approach to breaking news, geopolitics, and cultural shifts, with a focus on uncovering cutting-edge trends and long-term dynamics behind the headlines. Listeners get context, evidence, and clarity every time.

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01:09:56

Can Israel and Lebanon Finally Make Peace? The...

The Middle East Breakdown With Dan and Hayvi ·

2026/04/22

In this episode of The Middle East Breakdown, host Dan Feferman examines one of the most consequential diplomatic openings in the modern Middle East: the first publicly announced, state-level talks between Lebanon and Israel in decades, held in Washington under Secretary of State Marco Rubio. With a fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran still holding, and Hezbollah pushing to link the two tracks together, the question of whether Lebanon can finally chart its own course toward peace

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00:25:27

From Islamabad: Inside the Iran Talks, the Ceasefire,...

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2026/04/19

In this episode of The Middle East Breakdown, hosts Dan Feferman and Hayvi Bouzo sit down with senior Middle East and national security analyst Ahmed Quraishi, reporting live from a locked-down Islamabad as US-Iran negotiations are hours away from beginning.Recorded on April 10th, with the 12-day ceasefire just days old and the Islamabad talks yet to start, the conversation asks the questions the rest of the media is missing: What is actually left of the Iranian regime after 39 days of strikes? Why

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00:30:06

Who's Really Running Iran? The War, The Ceasefire &...

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2026/04/15

In this episode of The Middle East Breakdown, hosts Dan Feferman and Hayvi Bouzo sit down with Gregg Roman, Executive Director of the Middle East Forum, for one of the most clear-eyed assessments of the US-Iran war, the fragile ceasefire, and what comes next.Recorded on April 10th, five weeks into the biggest direct military confrontation between the US, Israel, and the Islamic Republic of Iran, the conversation asks the hard questions: Who actually won? What was realistically achieved? And is this

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00:40:03

The Hidden Struggles of Kurds in Iran: A Path to Unity?

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2026/04/12

In this episode of The Middle East Breakdown, hosts Dan Feferman and Hayvi Bouzo explore the complex and often overlooked struggle of the Kurdish community inside Iran, examining their place within the country's broader ethnic mosaic and what the current regional conflict means for their future. Joining the discussion are Suzan Quitaz, journalist and regional analyst covering Kurdish and Iranian affairs, and Diliman Abdulkader, policy expert specializing in Kurdish self-determination and

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01:16:24

Iran Under Fire: Military Objectives, the...

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2026/03/23

In this episode of The Middle East Breakdown, hosts Dan Feferman and Hayvi Bouzo examine the ongoing U.S. and Israeli military campaign against the Islamic Republic of Iran, now entering its second week at the time of recording. The discussion covers the strategic objectives driving the strikes, the state of Iran's degraded military capabilities, and the critical question of what comes next for the Iranian people and the broader region.Joining the discussion are Dr. Walid Phares, author of

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01:09:05

Gaza After the Ceasefire: Hamas Reassertion, the...

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2026/03/15

In this episode of The Middle East Breakdown, hosts Dan Feferman and Hayvi Bouzo examine the ground reality inside Gaza following the October ceasefire that ended two years of war. Despite the halt in major fighting, Hamas has rapidly moved to reassert control over the 47% of Gaza it still governs, executing perceived opponents, deploying its Ministries of Interior, Commerce, and Finance to extract taxation from a devastated civilian population, and rebuilding its military and administrative

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00:52:39

Israel After October 7th: Political Fractures, the...

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2026/03/04

In this episode of The Middle East Breakdown, hosts Dan Feferman and Hayvi Bouzo examine the profound political, security, and social transformation Israel has undergone since October 7th exploring how the country's pre-existing fractures shaped its response to the Hamas attack, what the ongoing war has revealed about Israeli strategic doctrine, and where the country is headed as it approaches a pivotal election cycle.Joining the discussion is Yakov Katz, former longtime Editor-in-Chief of The

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46:32

Blood on the Streets: The Middle East Explained for...

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2026/01/14

This week on The Weekly Squeeze, I’m walking you through what is actually happening across the Middle East, without the academic jargon, and without pretending any of this is normal. We start with Iran, where protests have turned deadly, rumors are darker by the day, and a regime is openly waging war on its own people. From there, I zoom out to the rest of the region, Gaza, Lebanon, Syria, Yemen, and then bring it home to life inside Israel, the security reality, the internal political ...

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30:36

Politics, Propaganda, and the Post–Oct 7 Mindset

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2025/12/02

This week on The Weekly Squeeze, I’m bouncing through everything Israelis are actually talking about right now—political madness, media games, identity confusion, and the emotional whiplash we’re all still carrying after October 7. Yes, I mention Netanyahu’s pardon request, but only as one thread in the bigger, messier tapestry of how this country absorbs crisis after crisis. I get into protest burnout, deep-state chatter, influencer theatrics, diaspora takes, and how every headline somehow e...

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40:02

Aliyah Taxes, Strong Jewish Girls & Why I Talk to Myself

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2025/11/17

In Episode 222 of The Weekly Squeeze, I’m coming at you from cold, rainy, gorgeous Israel where rain is a bracha, my son won’t stop yelling “Mommy, come see the blessing!”, and Gaza’s tent cities are getting the flood they prayed for. I break down Israel’s brand-new 2026 tax changes for olim, explain what stays the same, what gets complicated, and why you need Olim Advisors before you book your ticket. Then I dive into one of my favorite topics: strong Jewish women the ones who sacrific...

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57:19

🎙️ Making Aliyah: The Dream, the Drama, the Details...

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2025/11/05

This week on My Beautiful Land of Israel, I went live with the dynamic duo behind Olim Advisors, Rafi and Laura, the brother-sister team helping thousands of Jews pack up their lives, their dreams, and sometimes their dogs, and move to Israel. We talked about everything you actually want to know: the emotional, the hilarious, and the brutally practical side of making Aliyah in 2025. What does it mean to pick up and move after October 7? How do you handle Israeli bureaucracy without losing you...

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28:04

Don't Be A Worrier, Be A WARRIOR: Who’s Protecting...

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2025/11/02

This week on The Weekly Squeeze, I’m coming in hot, coffee in one hand, conviction in the other, and Jerusalem on fire. The streets are packed. Tens of thousands of Haredim in black hats, blocking traffic, waving signs, shouting that the draft is a “war on the Torah world.” Reporters got attacked, cars stuck for hours, the whole city gridlocked, and everyone’s asking the same question: who’s actually protecting who here? Because this isn’t just another protest. This is the fight over Israel’s...

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35:20

Hostages Home, Hearts Full: Faith, Fury, and the...

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2025/10/19

This week on The Weekly Squeeze I’m coming in hot from my porch in Israel, flag flying, heart full, and caffeine levels dangerously high. Twenty hostages are home after two years underground, and for one brief, breathtaking moment, the whole country exhaled. Mothers cried, fathers collapsed, and strangers ugly-cried in front of their TVs. It felt like a resurrection, a miracle, and a gut-punch all at once. We’re talking faith, fury, and the madness of our world; from Sweden canceling Jewish f...

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47:21

Healing, Humor, and Hasbara: A New Chapter of The...

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2025/09/29

SUPPORT THE SHOW! Link below. Welcome back to The Weekly Squeeze. I went quiet to heal after divorce, but silence wasn’t empty; it was full of growth. Even then, I kept showing up: running IDF barbecues, raising funds, posting on My Beautiful Land of Israel, and working with ME24. Because even when broken personally, you still fight for your people. In this episode I sit down with Alon Penzel, author of Testimonies Without Boundaries. His book has been translated into 8 languages, endorsed by...

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24:36

Life in Israel After the Ceasefire | Why New York is...

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2025/06/30

It’s summer in Israel, there’s technically a ceasefire, and somehow life is still chaotic and beautiful. On this episode of The Chanale & Brian Show, we unpack 11 days of running to shelters, the wild state of New York politics, and why Trump’s mouth is once again making headlines. We talk about what it means to come out of war, what resilience looks like in real time, and why the IDF is more diverse and inspiring than most people realize. Also: spy theories, barbecue on base, and the de...

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37:50

Serving In The IDF Is A Spiritual Calling And Brian...

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2025/06/27

Your Essential Links from This Episode: Subscribe to MORAL EDGE on YOUTUBE https://www.youtube.com/@MoralEdgeOfficial Order An Israel Charm Bracelet! 🐪🕊️🧿🇮🇱🌼 My Beautiful Israel Etsy Shop 💬 Join the Inner Circle: Hop into the Weekly Squeeze WhatsApp Chat and join the fun! 📸 Follow My Instagram: My Beautiful Land of Israel & Chanale Music 🎶 Vibe to My Music: Stream it now on Spotify Email: Chanalesings@gmail.com 💸 Zelle me: @faygiefellig@gmail.com Loved the episode? Wanna

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33:07

IRAN IRAN As Fast As I Can! Israel Destroys The Head...

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2025/06/19

Grab your coffee, your earbuds, and your favorite cozy spot—it’s time for some juicy updates! 🎧✨ ✨ Your Essential Links from This Episode: 💸 Zelle me: @faygiefellig@gmail.com 🛍️ Shop to Support the IDF: Check out my designs and support Israel! Order An Israel Charm Bracelet My Beautiful Israel Etsy Shop 💬 Join the Inner Circle: Hop into the Weekly Squeeze WhatsApp Chat and join the fun! 📸 Follow My Journey: My Beautiful Land of Israel & Chanale Music 🎶 Vibe to My Music:

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74:50

What's The Deal With The Deal And Calling All...

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2025/01/16

Grab your coffee, your earbuds, and your favorite cozy spot—it’s time for some juicy updates! 🎧✨✨ Your Essential Links from This Episode:💊Order Queen Tulsi!Queen Tulsi: Nature's Stress Reliefwww.carolinebasshealth.com💸 Zelle me: @chanalesings@gmail.comUse exclusive code QueenChanale for 15% off!🛍️ Shop to Support the IDF: Check out my designs and support Israel! My Beautiful Israel Etsy Shop🥩Donate to my IDF BBQ Fund: We bring fresh food to bases once a week!Donate to the Patriots BBQ

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46:56

A War Update Day 461, Stickers Of Meaning, Why I...

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2025/01/09

Loved the episode? Wanna share your thoughts? Send me a message here!Support the show

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23:13

The Jewel In The Crown And How We're Helping Our...

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2024/12/19

Grab your coffee, your earbuds, and your favorite cozy spot—it’s time for some juicy updates! 🎧✨✨ Your Essential Links from This Episode:✈️Download The JStay App: www.Jstay.com Discover kosher-friendly accommodations in 18 countries with JStay—your go-to app for seamless Jewish travel and hosting opportunities. Visit JStay.com to learn more!🛍️ Shop to Support the IDF: Check out my designs and support Israel! My Beautiful Israel Etsy Shop🥩Donate to my IDF BBQ Fund: We bring fresh food to ...

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