In this episode of the ILTV News Podcast, Executive Editor Maayan Hoffman sits down with geopolitical analyst Avi Melamed to discuss the future of Iran, the fallout from its collapsing regional strategy, and why Israel may now be the dominant force in the Middle East. Melamed warns against trusting any ceasefire with the Iranian regime and outlines how regional dynamics—from Saudi normalization to weakened Iranian proxies like Hezbollah and Hamas—may be entering a dramatic new chapter. Could we be witnessing the beginning of long-term Middle East stability?

On today’s episode of ILTV Daily News: A ceasefire goes into effect as Iran halts its missile attacks on Israel. But not before one final strike kills five people in Beersheba. Meanwhile, U.S. President Donald Trump calls on both Israel and Iran to "calm down."

On this episode of the ILTV News Podcast, Executive Editor Maayan Hoffman speaks with two powerful voices on the frontlines of Israel’s hidden war: the mental health crisis. Prof. Eyal Fruchter, former IDF mental health chief and co-founder of ICAR, explains how repeated missile attacks—first from Hamas, now Iran—are retraumatizing an already battered population. He breaks down the warning signs of PTSD, how civilians and soldiers are coping, and what Israel is doing (and not doing) to scale up care. Yuval Wagner, founder of Access Israel, reveals how people with disabilities are being left behind during evacuations—and what his team is doing to save lives under fire.

In today’s episode of ILTV’s Daily News: A day after the U.S. launched powerful strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities, President Donald Trump is now openly hinting at possible regime change in the Islamic Republic. The American attack marked a turning point in Operation Rising Lion, with senior Israeli officials saying the mission is entering its final phases. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared that following the U.S. bombardment, Israel is now closer than ever to achieving its war goals in Iran.

On this episode of the ILTV News Podcast, Executive Editor Maayan Hoffman sits down with Simon Plosker, editorial director at HonestReporting, to dissect how international media is framing the war between Iran and Israel—and why that matters. Plosker takes aim at misleading headlines, biased coverage, and what he calls “narrative-building journalism” that downplays the existential threats Israel faces. From “missile exchange” language to the viral CNN piece on the Khatib family, Plosker walks viewers through how misinformation spreads—and how it shapes public opinion. He warns of the long-term consequences of dishonest framing and asks: When did holding terrorists accountable become controversial? 

In today’s episode of ILTV’s Daily News: President Donald Trump confirms a massive U.S. strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities, calling it a “spectacular success.” Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responds, calling the operation a history-making moment. And heartbreak in Israel as the IDF announces the recovery of the bodies of three hostages from Gaza—Ofra Keidar, Jonathan Samerano, and Staff Sgt. Shay Levinson.

When an Iranian ballistic missile slammed near her Tel Aviv apartment, journalist Shanna Fuld lost everything in seconds. In this emotional episode of the ILTV News Podcast, Shanna recounts the moment the siren sounded, the seconds she had to run, and the sound of impact that changed her life forever. She shares the chaos, fear, and heartbreak of watching her home—everything she had built—reduced to rubble. With raw honesty, she speaks about what she lost, who helped her in the aftermath, and how she’s finding the strength to rebuild both physically and emotionally. This is more than just a story of survival—it’s a firsthand account of what it’s really like to live under rocket fire.

In today’s episode of ILTV’s Daily News: One week since the launch of Operation Rising Lions—get all the latest updates from the front lines; a direct Iranian missile strike hits Soroka Medical Center in the south and damages residential buildings in central Israel; and U.S. President Donald Trump reportedly approves military plans to join the offensive, but hesitation remains as the order to act has not yet been given.

In today’s episode of ILTV’s Daily News: As the war between Israel and Iran escalates, all eyes are on the United States and whether it will move to strike the heavily fortified Fordow nuclear facility—buried deep beneath an Iranian mountain. Meanwhile, the Israeli Air Force carried out a massive overnight assault, deploying 50 fighter jets to target multiple Iranian centrifuge and weapons production sites. The IDF reports that its operations are steadily diminishing the regime’s military and nuclear capabilities. With Israeli officials pushing toward total victory and the U.S. ramping up its presence in the region, the big question remains: Will America join the offensive to finish the job?

As nightly rocket attacks shake Israel, sleep expert Dr. Uri Alkan warns of a looming health crisis. In this ILTV News Podcast with Executive Editor Maayan Hoffman, he explains how constant sirens, fear, and disrupted sleep are triggering fight-or-flight responses, damaging immune systems, and raising risks of depression, heart disease, and more. Children are especially vulnerable. Alkan, head of the Sleep Surgery and Medicine Clinic at Beilinson Hospital, offers practical tips for better rest during wartime—and urges Israelis to take sleep seriously. “Without it,” he says, “our bodies begin to break down.”