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Israel Undiplomatic

Israel Undiplomatic

Written by: JNS Podcasts
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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 Jewish world, join our community by subscribing to our newsletter. Your engagement keeps our journalism thriving. Your support is crucial. Support us with a donation to ensure we can continue delivering in-depth reporting.JNS Podcasts Political Science Politics & Government
Episodes
  • Israel Retaliates Against Erdogan - Is This Yet Another Strategic Shift?

    Israel Retaliates Against Erdogan - Is This Yet Another Strategic Shift?
    Jul 1 2026
    Turkey could be Israel's next strategic headache, and the answer isn't as simple as you think. In this episode of "Israel Undiplomatic", hosts Ruthie Blum and Mark Regev—both former advisers in the Prime Minister’s Office—clash over whether Recep Tayyip Erdoğan is a dangerous pragmatist or one of Israel's greatest long-term threats. You'll learn why Israel is suddenly moving to recognize the Armenian genocide, how that decision could reshape relations with Turkey, what President Trump's comments reveal about Ankara's role in the region and why the panel sees both hope and danger in the latest Lebanon agreement and U.S. strategy toward Iran. If you want to understand the geopolitical chessboard that's emerging after the Iran war, this episode connects the dots.
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    34 mins
  • Israel's Biggest Concern Right Now Isn't Iran, It's Washington

    Israel's Biggest Concern Right Now Isn't Iran, It's Washington
    Jun 25 2026
    Mark Regev and Ruthie Blum break down the growing divide between Washington, Jerusalem and Tehran as nuclear negotiations take another dramatic turn. You'll learn why both hosts believe the stakes extend far beyond Iran's nuclear program, how President Trump's shifting messaging is fueling concern among many of his strongest supporters, and what it could all mean for Israel's security, Hezbollah, Lebanon and the future of the U.S.-Israel alliance. Whether you agree or disagree, this is a fascinating deep dive into one of the most consequential geopolitical debates unfolding today.
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    30 mins
  • Is He Serious?! After Crushing Iran's Defenses, Trump Announces THIS

    Is He Serious?! After Crushing Iran's Defenses, Trump Announces THIS
    Jun 17 2026
    Has President Trump just stunned Israel with a dramatic Iran reversal? Ruthie Blum and Mark Regev—both former advisers in the Prime Minister’s Office—unpack the explosive details surrounding a secretive U.S.-Iran memorandum and what it could mean for the future of the Middle East. Viewers will learn how the debate over diplomacy versus military pressure is dividing Trump's own camp, why critics believe Iran is being handed a lifeline after suffering major setbacks and how the outcome could reshape Israel's security, Lebanon's future and even American midterm politics. Whether you agree or disagree, this episode offers a fascinating look into the high-stakes calculations behind one of the most controversial geopolitical developments of the year.
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    31 mins
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