Qatar’s hidden hand | Ruth Wasserman Lande

Qatar’s hidden hand | Ruth Wasserman Lande

The memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran has now been signed, the Strait of Hormuz has reopened and oil prices have fallen, raising hopes that one of the biggest supply shocks in modern history may be coming to an end. But Israel and the United States are locked in what have been described as “stubborn talks” over Israel’s presence in southern Lebanon after another IDF soldier was killed by a Hezbollah explosive device. Tehran and Hezbollah accuse Israel of violating the ceasefire arrangements. Meanwhile, a new rift is emerging between Washington and its regional partners. The Trump administration revealed how it stripped Oman of its role as mediator with Iran, accusing Muscat of acting in a “two-faced” manner, while Gulf states are reportedly seeking to reduce their dependence on American security guarantees and explore alternative defence partnerships. Today’s guest is Ruth Wasserman Lande, Former MK and Senior Fellow at the Misgav Institute, who argues such a terrible agreement can only be a ruse or, more worryingly, the result of Qatar’s undue influence on the Trump administration. _____________________________________________________________________________________ Sign up to receive Israel in 10 daily: https://izs.activetrail.biz/Israel-in-10-Sign-Up [https://izs.activetrail.biz/Israel-in-10-Sign-Up] Sponsorship inquiries: MisgavDailyBrief@gmail.com

The UN’s Billion Dollar War On Israel | Asher Fredman

Iranian oil tankers leave the Strait of Hormuz for the first time since March as leaked details of a 14-point memorandum of understanding suggest Tehran could begin selling oil immediately and eventually gain access to a $300 billion reconstruction fund. The International Energy Agency says the global oil market should gradually recover if the agreement holds and the Strait of Hormuz fully reopens. After one of the largest supply disruptions in history, the agency predicts a surplus of oil next year as Gulf production recovers and Iranian exports resume. Meanwhile, the IDF has carried out fresh airstrikes on Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon. Iran and Hezbollah claim this is a ceasefire violation but Israel says IDF troops will remain in Southern Lebanon for as long as is necessary. A new poll by Israel’s public broadcaster KAN suggests the Iran deal has given a boost to Former IDF chief Gadi Eisenkot’s Yashar party, while support for both Benjamin Netanyahu’s Likud and Naftali Bennett’s Together party has fallen. Violent clashes have erupted between police and ultra-Orthodox protesters demonstrating against the arrest of draft dodgers. And Israel is attempting to reignite one of the engines that helped create the Start-Up Nation. The government has unveiled a new plan to help universities turn scientific discoveries into successful businesses after a sharp decline in academic start-ups and patents in recent years. Today’s guest is Asher Fredman, Executive Director of the Misgav Institute, who discusses his new report on how American taxpayers are funding pro-China and anti-Israel policies through the United Nations. _____________________________________________________________________________________ Sign up to receive Israel in 10 daily: https://izs.activetrail.biz/Israel-in-10-Sign-Up [https://izs.activetrail.biz/Israel-in-10-Sign-Up] Sponsorship inquiries: MisgavDailyBrief@gmail.com

Has Iran Won? | Eylon Levy

President Trump is expected to release details of his proposed agreement with Iran before it is formally signed in Geneva on Friday. But what has emerged so far has been met with alarm in Israel, particularly reports that Tehran could gain access to a $300 billion reconstruction fund and receive sweeping sanctions relief. The agreement would also reopen the Strait of Hormuz and launch a new 60-day negotiating process on Iran’s nuclear programme, while leaving major questions over Iran’s missiles and proxy network unanswered. Meanwhile, senior Iranian officials have told the Financial Times that the war proved only military force, not diplomacy, can protect the regime. They claim the conflict strengthened the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and demonstrated that the United States and Israel failed to destroy Iran’s underground missile infrastructure. In Israel, Air Force chief Major General Omer Tischler has revealed that the Israeli Air Force was just one hour away from launching a massive strike on hundreds of targets deep inside Iran before the mission was abruptly called off. Reports suggest Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu halted the operation after President Trump urged Israel not to escalate the conflict further. And in Paris, a diplomatic row has erupted after France blocked Israeli companies from displaying offensive weapons at the Eurosatory defence exhibition and boarded up several Israeli stands. Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar accused France of boycotting Israeli firms out of fear of competition, saying countries around the world would continue buying Israeli defence products because they are “simply better.” Today’s guest is former Spokesman for the State of Israel, Eylon Levy, who weighs whether the emerging US-Iran deal represents a strategic victory for Tehran. _____________________________________________________________________________________ Sign up to receive Israel in 10 daily: https://izs.activetrail.biz/Israel-in-10-Sign-Up [https://izs.activetrail.biz/Israel-in-10-Sign-Up] Sponsorship inquiries: MisgavDailyBrief@gmail.com

How to build a new Gaza | Ahmed Fouad Alkhatib

For a second straight day, the United States and Iran have exchanged fire, with American forces striking Iranian surveillance and air defence sites and Tehran responding with missile attacks on US military facilities across the Gulf. Despite the escalation, negotiations reportedly remain on track. The latest violence has also claimed civilian lives. Three Indian sailors were killed after a US strike on a commercial tanker in the Gulf of Oman, prompting a formal protest from New Delhi. Meanwhile, Kuwait briefly closed its airspace and an 11-year-old girl was injured in Bahrain by falling debris from Iranian attacks. In Lebanon, Saudi Arabia has lifted a five-year ban on imports, signalling a possible thaw in relations with Beirut after years of tension over Iranian influence. Saudi reports claim Palestinian factions including Hamas have a counterproposal which they hope President Trump will pressure Israel to accept. It involves the gradual storage of weapons and military infrastructure leading to full IDF withdrawal. Today’s guest is Gaza native and Atlantic Council senior fellow Ahmed Fouad AlKhatib, who discusses the future of Gaza after Hamas and what a realistic path toward reconstruction and stability might look like. _____________________________________________________________________________________ Sign up to receive Israel in 10 daily: https://izs.activetrail.biz/Israel-in-10-Sign-Up [https://izs.activetrail.biz/Israel-in-10-Sign-Up] Sponsorship inquiries: MisgavDailyBrief@gmail.com

The US strikes Iran | Eyal Hulata

The Middle East is facing its most serious escalation since the April ceasefire, after Iran launched attacks against Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan in retaliation for US strikes on Iranian targets. Despite the violence, President Trump insists negotiations with Tehran remain on track and says there is no reason the latest confrontation should derail a nuclear deal. At the same time, Israel continues to strike Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon, with the IDF issuing fresh evacuation orders and accusing the terror group of repeatedly violating a US-brokered ceasefire. Today’s guest is Israel’s former National Security Advisor and FDD senior fellow Eyal Hulata, who expresses concern over how much the US and Israel share the same goals with regard to Iran and who says Israel’s political considerations are affecting national security decisions. Concerns are also growing that Iran has activated its proxies in Yemen. A UK-flagged cargo ship has reported coming under fire in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, while the Houthis have announced a complete ban on Israeli-linked maritime traffic in the Red Sea. Former hostage Rom Braslavski has met President Trump at the White House, thanking him for helping secure his freedom after 738 days in Hamas captivity. Braslavski has previously spoken about the torture and abuse he endured while being held in Gaza. And despite the regional turmoil, ties between Israel and the UAE appear stronger than ever. More than 30 Israeli religious and civil society leaders have travelled to Abu Dhabi as part of the largest interfaith delegation ever to visit the Gulf state, in a show of support for the Abraham Accords and regional cooperation. _____________________________________________________________________________________ Sign up to receive Israel in 10 daily: https://izs.activetrail.biz/Israel-in-10-Sign-Up [https://izs.activetrail.biz/Israel-in-10-Sign-Up] Sponsorship inquiries: MisgavDailyBrief@gmail.com