One battle after another: Netanyahu’s new security doctrine—Critics point to the lack of any genuine diplomatic initiative that holds the promise of a more enduring regional settlement, and warn… www.ft.com/content/6d0e... @nerizilber.bsky.social @financialtimes.com

“Using the word ‘doctrine’ to describe this is incredibly generous,” said a second former Israeli official. “Wherever there’s a problem he sends the military in, and there’s no doubt that more damage was done to our enemies than us, but that’s not the goal.” www.ft.com/content/6d0e...

On this #IsraelPolicyPod, @nerizilber.bsky.social and Garrett Nada discuss who is actually running the Islamic Republic of Iran after a spate of high-profile assassinations, the fate of Mojtaba Khamenei, why Iran thinks it's winning the war, and more. israelpolicyforum.org/2026/03/19/w...

Military briefing: the closest US-Israel war yet. "Israel since its independence in 1948 has almost exclusively fought alone." as.ft.com/r/2d777306-4... @nerizilber.bsky.social

On this #IsraelPolicyPod, @nerizilber.bsky.social and Yaakov Lappin discuss the ongoing U.S.-Israeli war against Iran now in its second week, the campaign's military goals and achievements, the escalating front against Hezbollah in Lebanon, and more. israelpolicyforum.org/2026/03/12/t...

Israel is preparing for a multi-week military onslaught alongside the US to fully 'dismantle' key pillars of Iran’s theocratic state and the Revolutionary Guards that protect the Islamic republic. ft.trib.al/0BllN3E

On this #IsraelPolicyPod, @nerizilber.bsky.social, Rachel Brandenburg, and Dan Rothem discuss the inaugural meeting last week in Washington of Trump's Board of Peace for Gaza, the major challenge of security and how to disarm Hamas, and the U.S.-Iran standoff. israelpolicyforum.org/2026/02/25/t...

as.ft.com/r/802e5863-8... Donald Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ explores stablecoin for Gaza @nerizilber.bsky.social @jamesshotter.bsky.social

On this #IsraelPolicyPod, @nerizilber.bsky.social and Raz Zimmt discuss the latest negotiations between the U.S. and Iran, the chances of diplomacy succeeding, what Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamanei is actually thinking, and the dire situation inside Iran. israelpolicyforum.org/2026/02/18/i...

Around two dozen countries have agreed to join the controversial US-led body as it seeks to raise billions to rebuild Gaza. ft.trib.al/uf6PVG9

On this #IsraelPolicyPod, Neri Zilber, Michael Koplow, and Shira Efron discuss this week's meeting between Trump and Netanyahu, the chances of negotiations with Iran actually succeeding, and the damaging steps taken by the Israeli government on the West Bank. israelpolicyforum.org/2026/02/12/a...

On this #IsraelPolicyPod, @nerizilber.bsky.social and Shanie Reichman discuss the state of play in the Iran crisis, potential upcoming U.S.-Iran talks, Ran Gvili z”l's return home and the real start of Phase II in the Gaza ceasefire, and Mamdani one month in. israelpolicyforum.org/2026/02/05/i...

Israel to seek new security deal from US, official says ft.trib.al/3PbcxDN

On this #IsraelPolicyPod, @nerizilber.bsky.social and Yaakov Lappin discuss the domestic turmoil in Iran and the U.S. military build-up in the Middle East, what options Trump has against the Islamic Republic, what Tehran may do in retaliation, and more. israelpolicyforum.org/2026/01/21/a...

Ali Sha’ath: the new Gaza chief who must rebuild the shattered enclave ft.trib.al/E8USXY3

Trump administration prepares to unveil new Gaza leadership ft.trib.al/XLZ2uz3

On this #IsraelPolicyPod, @nerizilber.bsky.social and Barak Herscowitz discuss the reasons why Barak left the Likud party, his experience working with Bennett in the prime minister's office, the anti-Israel bias that led him to quit working at TikTok, and more. israelpolicyforum.org/2026/01/13/t...

On this #IsraelPolicyPod, @nerizilber.bsky.social and Naysan Rafati discuss the ongoing protests across Iran against the regime, the strategic indecision by the Islamic Republic, how the events in Venezuela impact Iran's thinking, and more. israelpolicyforum.org/2026/01/06/w...

I opened a bookshop. It was the best, worst thing I’ve ever done. One of the most beautiful pieces you’ll read all year, or any year. Free access for all. @financialtimes.com www.ft.com/content/cc77...

On this #IsraelPolicyPod, @nerizilber.bsky.social and Col. (ret.) Dr. Michael Milshtein discuss the current status of the Gaza ceasefire deal, prospects for the U.S.-led Phase II of the deal, the upcoming meeting between Netanyahu and Trump, and more. israelpolicyforum.org/2025/12/23/t...

Netanyahu is going to decide the make-up and mandate of a commission of inquiry into Hamas's October 7 attack on Israel, a national tragedy and national security fiasco that happened on his watch. as.ft.com/r/a21f06dd-8... @nerizilber.bsky.social

On this #IsraelPolicyPod, @nerizilber.bsky.social, Michael Koplow, and Shira Efron hand out end-of-year awards and look ahead to 2026. The trio discuss the key events and biggest surprises of a momentous 2025, and predict what may happen next in the region. israelpolicyforum.org/2025/12/10/t...

🚨Scoop: Tony Blair out of running to sit on the Gaza “Board of Peace,” with his future role unclear. Former UN peace envoy Nickolay Mladenov set to head the executive committee tasked with coordinating bw BoP and Palestinian technocratic committee. www.ft.com/content/3f6c...

Netanyahu asks Israeli president for pardon to end corruption case on.ft.com/4pGCZ4t

On this #IsraelPolicyPod, Neri Zilber and Shanie Reichman discuss the state of play in the Gaza ceasefire, the recent scandal over the IDF military advocate general and the Sde Teiman abuse, the NYC elections, remembering Yitzhak Rabin z”l, and more. israelpolicyforum.org/2025/11/05/g...

On this #IsraelPolicyPod, @nerizilber.bsky.social and Dan Shapiro discuss the method and timing behind the Trump-brokered Gaza deal, comparisons with the Biden administration’s diplomacy, whether U.S. officials are coming to Israel to "Bibi-sit,” and more. israelpolicyforum.org/2025/10/30/a...

The private aid group is in talks with US and Israeli officials to continue operating in the Palestinian enclave on.ft.com/49gS4EM

On this #IsraelPolicyPod, @nerizilber.bsky.social and Amos Harel discuss how the Trump-brokered ceasefire came into being, the state of play of the deal's first phase, the heavier diplomatic and security challenge awaiting in the second phase, and more. israelpolicyforum.org/2025/10/21/t...

With the hostages out and the war over (for now), what next for Benjamin Netanyahu and Israel? Some analysts expect snap elections, especially as 'phase 2' of the Gaza deal causes him difficulties. Others think Netanyahu will work to push off the reckoning till late next year

‘Home, home’: Israel erupts as hostages are freed on.ft.com/48u7MMu

Netanyahu gambles Israel’s far-right coalition on Gaza hostage deal on.ft.com/3KGuDup

The Israeli government approved the US-brokered deal for a ceasefire and hostage release in Gaza early on Friday morning local time after several hours of deliberations. on.ft.com/3IZMgET

Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner set to join Israel-Hamas talks in Egypt on.ft.com/3KGwv6j

ICYMI: Video briefing assessing Trump's 20-point plan to end the war in Gaza with Rachel Brandenburg, Michael Koplow, and @nerizilber.bsky.social. Recording available now: youtu.be/6jANo5uxPn4?...

Good morning, Asia. While you were sleeping, one of our most-read stories was on the hurried diplomacy and backroom arm-twisting that shaped the White House plan on.ft.com/4mEGq9N

How Donald Trump’s Gaza deal came together ft.trib.al/sqgN9Mo

A Watershed White House Visit? | Webinar today at 3pm ET With Rachel Brandenburg and Michael Koplow Moderated by @nerizilber.bsky.social Register here: israelpolicyforum.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Breaking news: Far-right political allies of Benjamin Netanyahu have attacked the Israeli premier for accepting a US-backed Gaza peace plan, with finance minister Bezalel Smotrich describing the deal as a 'resounding diplomatic failure' that would 'end in tears'. on.ft.com/4gK7CCK

A Watershed White House Visit? | Webinar tomorrow (9/30) at 3pm ET With Rachel Brandenburg and Michael Koplow Moderated by @nerizilber.bsky.social Register here: israelpolicyforum.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

On this #IsraelPolicyPod, @nerizilber.bsky.social, Michael Koplow, and Shira Efron discuss last week's strike on the Hamas headquarters in Doha, the start of the Israeli offensive into Gaza City, the fate of the Israeli hostages, and more. israelpolicyforum.org/2025/09/18/q...

Trump admin trying to make clear – via statements & leaks – that it had nothing to do with Israel’s strike on Qatar this week. Trump distancing himself. Netanyahu “wasn’t wise” in doing it, US tried to warn Qatar ahead of time, won’t happen again etc. Is this at all credible? 🧵

🎧Latest #IsraelPolicyPod (recorded before this week's Qatar strike) w/ Nimrod Novik & Ibrahim Dalalsha on: - Israeli policy in the West Bank - Perilous state of the PA - Upcoming Palestinian statehood bid - Gaza War state of play - Israel-Egypt ties + more israelpolicyforum.org/2025/09/09/t...

Israel unbound: was Qatar a strike too far? As the Middle East reels from yesterday's strike on Hamas in Doha, Israel's aggressive post-October 7 military doctrine comes under even greater scrutiny. Andrew England + Me on.ft.com/4ng5dSZ

On this #IsraelPolicyPod, @nerizilber.bsky.social, Nimrod Novik, and Ibrahim Dalalsha discuss the Israeli government's policies towards the West Bank, economic and political instability inside the PA, and the upcoming Palestinian statehood recognition bid. israelpolicyforum.org/2025/09/09/t...

The Battle for Gaza City Expectations that Netanyahu will back down from offensive fade as IDF mobilises reservists and plans strategy, despite opposing the move. Much of the world & families of Israeli hostages have also condemned the looming operation. on.ft.com/3JADwVY

Israel readies for assault on Gaza's largest city on.ft.com/4g3QpUx @nerizilber.bsky.social

🎧Latest #IsraelPolicyPod w/ Michael Koplow + Shira Efron on: —Looming IDF offensive into Gaza City —Prospects for a new/old ceasefire deal —Mass demos in Israel on Sunday for a deal —Humanitarian situation inside Gaza —Where is Donald Trump in all this + more israelpolicyforum.org/2025/08/19/g...

🎧Latest #IsraelPolicyPod w/ Michael Milshtein on: —Israel’s new Gaza war plan —Forces & time required to take Gaza City —Will it work? —IDF’s opposition/alternatives —Strategic drift/fantasies —Prospects for new ceasefire deal + more israelpolicyforum.org/2025/08/13/n...

Israelis reckon with growing global isolation on.ft.com/45m0mJe

On this #IsraelPolicyPod, @nerizilber.bsky.social and Michael Milshtein discuss the Gaza City takeover plan, the number of Israeli forces and time needed to prepare for such an operation, what is left of Hamas to destroy, and the prospects for a ceasefire deal. israelpolicyforum.org/2025/08/13/n...