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Israel Undiplomatic

Join JNS senior contributing editor Ruthie Blum and Ambassador Mark Regev, former advisers at the Prime Minister’s Office, as they dissect—and duke out—the issues that Israel grapples with internally and faces internationally. Blum and Regev illustrate that even a shared worldview can produce very different perspectives. As the proverb goes, “The devil is in the details.” Thanks for listening! If you appreciated today’s discussion and want to dive deeper into the issues shaping Israel and the

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Ep. 43: Bibas Murders: The One Thing No One is...

Israel Undiplomatic ·

2025/02/26

Ambassador Mark Regev and Journalist Ruthie Blum spar over what Israel’s reaction should be to #Hamas’ brutal murder of two children and their mother (Shiri, Kfir & Ariel) and 83-year-old man (Oded Lifchitz). What should Israel learn from this? Should Israel move on to Phase 2 or call it quits? Catch every story from Israel and the Jewish World:Latest news: https://bit.ly/jewish_news_serviceSubscribe to our free newsletter: https://bit.ly/subscribe_to_JNSYou can also join the fight against media

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00:39:48

Ep. 42: Israel waits for hostage bodies with bated...

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2025/02/19

Hamas’s upcoming release of the bodies of four dead hostages has all of Israel on edge. Hamas announced that three of those bodies will be of abducted children, Ariel and Kfir Bibas, along with their mother, Shiri. Israeli authorities have yet to confirm this claim. Whether or not this is just another cruel psychological game being played by Hamas remains to be seen. Regardless, Israelis are forced to once again face the harsh reality of where they are living and the challenges they continue to face

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00:41:27

Free hostages or destroy Hamas: Which way for Israel?...

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2025/02/12

President Trump has once again changed the rules of the game by demanding that Hamas free all the remaining hostages in Gaza by Saturday, February 15th. However, Prime Minister Netanyahu must now decide if the IDF will follow through with Trump’s ultimatum. It remains to be seen how Israel will approach the impossible choice between freeing more hostages or destroying Hamas.

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Ep. 40: What exactly is Trump's BOMBSHELL plan for...

Israel Undiplomatic ·

2025/02/06

President Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu concluded a historic meeting yesterday with a bombshell press conference that has shocked the world. On today’s episode, Mark Regev and Ruthie Blum will unpack all the details and questions surrounding the meeting from JNS’s studio in Jerusalem. Join them for a discussion diving into Trump’s possible plan for Gaza, Iran, and the Middle East!If you liked this video, you’re going to love @JNS_TV - don’t forget to hit the subscribe button! Catch every

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00:31:07

Ep. 39: Forever WAR in Gaza or Relocation? Trump...

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2025/01/28

U.S. President Donald Trump continues to shake things up not only in America, but across the globe. Recently, he doubled down on the idea of relocating residents of the Gaza Strip to another country, either temporarily or permanently.Join JNS senior contributing editor Ruthie Blum and Mark Regev, former Israeli ambassador to the United Kingdom—both former advisers at the Prime Minister's Office—for an in-depth look at where this all may be headed. They’ll also be discussing the hypocrisy of

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Ep. 38: Was the UN Just Caught Red-Handed in Gaza?!

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2025/01/22

Released Israeli hostages have revealed that Hamas terrorists were hiding them in a "humanitarian zone" designated for displaced Palestinians in the Gaza Strip.Were United Nations workers aware of—and maybe even complicit in—war crimes against Israeli civilians? Thankfully, President Donald Trump has already ordered the cessation of American financial support to UNWRA. How should the Jewish state respond and what does this mean for the future of the region? Join JNS senior contributing

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Ep. 37: BREAKING: Is Israel being forced to accept...

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2025/01/15

Israel today is torn between those who support the latest Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal and those who oppose it. Many are asking why Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu suddenly accepted this seemingly bad deal which doesn’t even promise to free all the hostages. Was Bibi coerced into by Washington or were concessions promised to Israel that will become apparent in the future? Join journalist Ruthie Blum and Amb. Mark Regev as they weigh in on all the latest developments on today’s episode of Israel

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Ep. 36: Tick Tock: Trump Gives Final Warning to...

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2025/01/08

Donald Trump’s inauguration as the 47th president of the United States couldn’t come soon enough for many people awaiting the safe release of the hostages held by Hamas terrorists in the Gaza Strip.In this episode of "Israel Undiplomatic," JNS senior contributing editor Ruthie Blum and Mark Regev, former Israeli ambassador to the United Kingdom—both former advisers at the Prime Minister's Office—discuss the stark differences between U.S. President Joe Biden’s approach to the hostage talks and

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Ep. 35: Remembering the President Who Sided with Hamas

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2025/01/01

President Jimmy Carter passed away at age 100 this week. He left behind a legacy of being a peacemaker between Egypt and Israel who subsequently turned on the Jewish state, calling it an “apartheid” nation and claiming Hamas terrorists were more interested in peace than Jerusalem.JNS senior contributing editor Ruthie Blum and Mark Regev, former Israeli ambassador to the United Kingdom—both former advisers at the Prime Minister's Office—discuss the late president’s policies & actions both during

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Ep. 34: On Christmas, the Pope Forgets Who the Real...

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2024/12/25

Pope Francis characterized Israeli counter-terrorism operations in the Gaza Strip as "cruelty" in his Christmas Eve speech.This marks the second time the pontiff has criticized the Jewish state's actions over the course of a week. Earlier, the pope suggested that the world should investigate whether Jerusalem is committing genocide against the Palestinian people.JNS senior contributing editor Ruthie Blum and Mark Regev, former Israeli ambassador to the United Kingdom—both former advisers at the

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Ep. 33: Israel-Irish Relations Worsen Over Dublin's...

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2024/12/18

After Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu canceled his testimony in court on Dec. 17, citing "special circumstances," rumors were abundant about what was imminent to happen. A strike against the Houthis in Yemen? A hostage deal with Hamas? Normalization with Saudi Arabia? Palestinian sovereignty? Or was he running scared because of threats from Iran?JNS senior contributing editor Ruthie Blum and Mark Regev, former Israeli ambassador to the United Kingdom—both former advisers at the Prime

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How Israel Went From Disaster to Victory

Israel Undiplomatic ·

2024/12/11

News in Israel changes from minute to minute, and the past week has been no different. A notable difference is Jerusalem's change of course vis-à-vis its enemies—from the defensive stance that has pervaded policy since the 1990s to the return of an old-school, aggressive posturing.Join JNS senior contributing editor Ruthie Blum and Mark Regev, former Israeli ambassador to the United Kingdom—both former advisers at the Prime Minister's Office—for a heated discussion on the latest news unfolding in

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Ep. 31: Trump Takes the Reins! Middle East Scrambles...

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2024/12/04

What exactly did U.S. President-elect Donald Trump mean when he said on Dec. 3 that there will be "all hell to pay" if Hamas doesn't release the remaining 100 hostages from the Gaza Strip?Join JNS senior contributing editor Ruthie Blum and Mark Regev, former Israeli ambassador to the United Kingdom—both former advisers at the Prime Minister's Office—for a heated discussion on what Trump’s inauguration might mean for the hostages and the entire Middle East!They will also be discussing the chaos in

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Ep. 30: Ceasefire Firestorm! Debating Israel's Truce...

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2024/11/27

Israelis woke up on Nov. 27 to something very unusual: quiet on the northern front with Lebanon. While that comes as a relief, there is little doubt that the Iranian-backed Hezbollah terrorist organization will soon be back to its usual antics.Join JNS senior contributing editor Ruthie Blum and Mark Regev, former Israeli ambassador to the United Kingdom—both former advisers at the Prime Minister's Office—for an inside analysis of the arguments for and against the ceasefire currently embroiling the

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Ep. 29: Should Israel Continue Feeding Hamas in Gaza?

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2024/11/20

Hamas continues to wreak havoc in the Gaza Strip by stealing humanitarian aid meant for civilians.But why is Israel providing aid in the first place, and who should be in charge of distribution? While Israel hopes for a change in American policy with the new administration, the United Nations looks to call for a unilateral ceasefire without mention of the Israeli hostages.JNS senior contributing editor Ruthie Blum and Mark Regev, former Israeli ambassador to the United Kingdom—both former advisers

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Ep. 28: Should Israel Now Go for Broke With Annexation?

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2024/11/13

In this episode of Israel Undiplomatic, hosts Mark Regev and Ruthie Blum discuss the recent political changes in the US, particularly focusing on Trump's appointments and their implications for Israel. They explore the potential shifts in US foreign policy, the role of the UN, and the ongoing debate about civilian casualties in conflict. The conversation also touches on the historical context of annexation and the dynamics of the peace process with Saudi Arabia, emphasizing the importance of a

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Ep. 27: Israel Reacts to Trump’s Victory

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2024/11/06

Israelis this morning woke up to the news of Donald Trump’s victory in the U.S. presidential election and breathed a collective sigh of relief.They’ll soon find out if their high hopes are valid or if President Trump switches course in his second term. And how will a Trump presidency affect the current war and efforts to free the hostages?JNS senior contributing editor Ruthie Blum and Mark Regev, former Israeli ambassador to the United Kingdom—both former advisers at the Prime Minister's

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Ep. 26: How Israel Is Defeating the Iranian Paper Tiger

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2024/10/30

Now that the dust has settled from Israel's Oct. 26 retaliatory strikes on Iran, Jerusalem's road to victory is finally taking shape. And despite the difficulties, the Israel Defense Forces is more determined than ever to restore peace to the citizens of the Jewish state.On today’s episode, JNS senior contributing editor Ruthie Blum and Mark Regev, former Israeli ambassador to the United Kingdom—both former advisers at the Prime Minister's Office—discuss all the latest developments in Gaza, Iran and

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Ep. 25: Goodbye to the ghoul of Gaza, Yahya Sinwar

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2024/10/20

Is yesterday’s assassination attempt on Prime Minister Netanyahu that much of a game-changer? And what happens now that Israel’s attack plans seem to have been leaked to Iran? Join Josh Hasten and JNS CEO Alex Traiman in our Jerusalem studio for insight and analysis! We’ll also cover Israel’s elimination of Yahya Sinwar and reactions; continued rocket attacks from Hezbollah; progress in Gaza; and stern warnings from the US administration.Stay informed about Israel and the Jewish World! Latest news:

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Ep. 24: Was the UN Just Caught Red-Handed in Lebanon?!

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2024/10/15

Earlier this week, the Israel Defense Forces made a shocking discovery in Southern Lebanon suggesting that the U.N. Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) was aware—and maybe even complicit—in war crimes against Israeli civilians.How should the Jewish state respond, and what does this mean for the future of the region?Join JNS senior contributing editor Ruthie Blum and Mark Regev, former Israeli ambassador to the United Kingdom—both former advisers at the Prime Minister’s Office—for an explosive

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