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British commentator and analyst Jonathan Sacerdoti gives evidence to the the UK House of Commons Foreign Affairs Committee, on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, 22 April 2025.The Foreign Affairs Committee examines the expenditure, administration and policy of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) and other bodies associated with the Foreign Office and within the Committee's remit, including the British Council.

Trevor Asserson, Haran Shani-Narkiss and Oren Tsur talk to Jonathan Sacerdoti about how they harnessed the power of AI to develop an objective measure of media bias.You can read the full Asserson Report at www.asserson.co.uk/assersonreport

Investigative journalist David Collier speaks with Jonathan Sacerdoti about his revelation that the BBC used a Hamas minister's child as the narrator for their Gaza documentary.

Jonathan Sacerdoti Interviews Yariv Mozer, Director of the powerful documentary "Surviving October the 7th: We Will Dance Again." The film, now available on BBC iPlayer and Paramount+ in the US, presents harrowing first-hand footage from both survivors and Hamas terrorists, capturing the tragic events of October 7th.Yariv Mozer discusses the making of the documentary, the challenges of juxtaposing survivor testimonies with the terrorists' GoPro footage, and the emotional impact of retelling one of the darkest days in recent history. The conversation also touches on the global response to the film and the broader cultural and political implications of this vital piece of storytelling.

At a salon event in Tel Aviv, Einat Wilf and Jonathan Sacerdoti delve into their personal experiences debating anti-Israel motions in hostile environments like the Oxford Union. They explore the emotional and intellectual challenges of facing audiences and opponents driven by deep prejudice, the pervasive narratives surrounding Israel and Zionism, and the broader implications of misinformation and antisemitic ideologies in global discourse.With thanks to Nancy and Hanan Pomagrin for their support and hospitality in hosting this live salon event.

Jonathan Sacerdoti talks to Israel Ben Shitrit, a Israeli Defense Forces fighter who discusses his firsthand experiences in the ongoing conflict. From the sudden escalation on October 7th to the brutal realities of urban warfare in Gaza, Ben Shitrit shares his journey with unfiltered honesty and deep emotion. The conversation offers a rare and insightful look into the life of a soldier, the challenges of modern warfare, and the indomitable spirit of those defending their homeland.

Tal Hartuv was attacked and left for dead. Now the Palestinians who tried to kill her may be released from prison early in exchange for abductees kidnapped to Gaza.

Jonathan Sacerdoti speaks at London vigil to mark 500 days since the October 7th attacks

Israeli criminologist Anat Berko, who has interviewed countless terrorists, talks with Jonathan Sacerdoti.As Israel releases convicted terrorists in return for hostages held in Gaza, she describes who they are and what they did. With her deep knowledge of Palestinian and Arab culture, she explains the background to the attacks and the religious and social motivations of the various categories of criminals, including women and children.About Dr Berko:Dr. Anat Berko is a world-renowned expert on counter-terrorism and policy maker whose research focuses on suicide bombers and their handlers. Berko is a former member of the Israeli Knesset and Lieutenant Colonel (ret.), Israel Defense Forces. She is the author of two books and numerous articles on terrorism and government policy in confronting terror.

Professor Dr Gad Saad talks to Jonathan Sacerdoti as Donald Trump is sworn into office for the second time.