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  • The Israel-Iran conflict: On the ground in Jerusalem

    The Israel-Iran conflict: On the ground in Jerusalem
    2026/03/17
    Join us for this episode of the Jerusalem Dispatch Podcast, where we dive into the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran. Hosted by Ruth Marks Eglash, Editor-in-chief of The Jerusalem Report, and Calev Ben-David, anchor of the ILTV Security Brief, they provide firsthand accounts of life under attack in Israel, including the emotional toll and resilience of those in the affected areas. We also discuss the international impact, with renewed attacks on Europe and the Gulf, and the evolving dynamics of Middle Eastern alliances. From airstrikes to diplomatic shifts, we cover it all in this crucial update on the region's escalating tensions. Don't miss out on this timely conversation as we analyze the broader implications of this war. Timestamp Highlights: 00:00 - Opening thoughts and personal accounts of life in Jerusalem during the conflict 05:23 - The real dangers of Israel’s air defense systems 20:25 - International reactions and shifting alliances 28:06 - Hope for a "new Middle East" amid chaos This episode features updates and insights on the escalating war and its effects on both Israel and the broader international community.
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    32 分
  • Recording under fire: Israel-US war on Iran shakes the Middle East

    Recording under fire: Israel-US war on Iran shakes the Middle East
    2026/03/02
    Calev Ben David and Ruth Marks Eglash record remotely from their homes as Operation Roaring Lion enters its first days. The Jerusalem Post journalists break down what Israel and the US have achieved so far in their strikes on Iran, from the assassination of Ayatollah Khamenei to the dismantling of Iran's missile defenses.

    They discuss daily life under ballistic missile fire, including the deadly strike in Beit Shemesh that killed nine, and why Israel's air defenses are effective but not foolproof. The conversation also covers Iran's surprise attacks on Gulf states, Cyprus, and the regional fallout reshaping alliances across the Middle East.

    Ruth shares insights from her interview with Israel's First Lady, Michal Herzog, on the ongoing denial of October 7th sexual violence, while Calev examines Trump's political challenges, including a looming War Powers Act vote in Congress.

    Recorded between active sirens, this episode captures a historic and uncertain moment in the region.
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  • How are Israeli-diaspora tensions shaping current relations?

    How are Israeli-diaspora tensions shaping current relations?
    2026/02/13
    In the latest episode of The Jerusalem Dispatch, hosts Ruth Marks Eglash, editor-in-chief of The Jerusalem Report, and journalist and news anchor Calev Ben-David, discuss the ongoing geopolitical dynamics surrounding Israel, Iran, and the United States.

    Their conversation revolves around the recent diplomatic discussions between Prime Minister Netanyahu and President Trump, focusing on Iran's nuclear program and regional influence.
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    34 分
  • US-Iran tensions escalate: What’s next for Israel and the Middle East?

    US-Iran tensions escalate: What’s next for Israel and the Middle East?
    2026/01/30
    The latest episode of The Jerusalem Dispatch podcast, hosted by Ruth Marks Eglash and Calev Ben-David, delves into the rising tensions between Israel and the Islamic Republic of Iran.

    The hosts discuss the looming possibility of a US attack on Iran and the defensive preparations in Tehran, including missile threats directed at Israel.
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    34 分
  • Australia's Hanukah massacre, learning to find the light

    Australia's Hanukah massacre, learning to find the light
    2025/12/15
    In this week's episode, Elliot and Calev discuss the horrific terror attack that took place in Sydney Australia. They also cover some crucial Hanukah history, the Board of Deputies for British Jews, and Mansour Abbas.
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    51 分
  • Bibi's pardon request rocks Israeli politics, plus Thanksgiving reflections

    Bibi's pardon request rocks Israeli politics, plus Thanksgiving reflections
    2025/11/30
    Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has formally asked President Isaac Herzog for a pardon, a move that could reshape the legal and political landscape ahead of an election year.

    In this episode of The Jerusalem Dispatch, Calev Ben David and Elliot Jager break down what the request means, why it happened now, and how the White House’s involvement fits into the picture. The conversation also covers Thanksgiving, exploring why many American Israelis still mark the holiday, its themes of religious freedom and coexistence, and how those ideas resonate in today’s Israel.
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    47 分
  • Jerusalem Day, the DC Terror Attack, and Bob Dylan at 83

    Jerusalem Day, the DC Terror Attack, and Bob Dylan at 83
    2025/11/21
    From May 26, 2025

    On the eve of Jerusalem Day, Elliot delivers a state-of-the-city report: a young, divided, and surprisingly poor capital where Haredi and Arab students now outnumber Zionist-curriculum pupils. The hosts react to the terror attack on a DC synagogue and the leak of US plans to strike Iran. The episode closes with a birthday tribute to Bob Dylan, exploring his Jewish journey from "Neighborhood Bully" to "Forever Young"—with insights from Dylan's childhood friend Louis Kemp, now living in Jerusalem.
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    46 分
  • Pope Leo XIV, Campus Antisemitism, and the Pulitzer Prize Controversy

    Pope Leo XIV, Campus Antisemitism, and the Pulitzer Prize Controversy
    2025/11/21
    From May 12, 2025

    A new pope is elected—and Elliot examines the troubling antisemitic legacy of his namesake, Leo XIII. The hosts then turn to the Pulitzer Prize awarded to Gazan poet Mosab Abu Toha, whose social media posts denied Emily Damari's status as a hostage. They also credit Columbia University's new president for finally calling in police on masked protesters and debate whether Trump administration pressure deserves credit for the shift.
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    44 分