Israel Undiplomatic

By JNS Podcasts

Join JNS senior contributing editor Ruthie Blum and Ambassador Mark Regev, former advisers at the Prime Minister’s Office, as they dissect—and duke out—the issues that Israel grapples with internally ... more

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The podcast currently has 116 episodes available.

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July 06, 2026 Who Are They Kidding? What Khamenei's 4th of July Funeral Reveals About Iran
President Trump's bold claims about Iran are colliding with a very different reality, and what happened at Ali Khamenei's funeral may reveal who's really winning the information war. Mark Regev and Ruthie Blum unpack why the regime's massive displays of mourning may be carefully orchestrated propaganda, what the absence of Iran's new supreme leader could mean, why foreign delegations at the funeral matter more than they appear and whether the West is making a dangerous mistake by negotiating with Tehran. Learn how to separate political theater from genuine geopolitical shifts and what these latest developments could mean for the next phase of the Iran-Israel confrontation.
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35min
July 01, 2026 Israel Retaliates Against Erdogan - Is This Yet Another Strategic Shift?
Turkey could be Israel's next strategic headache, and the answer isn't as simple as you think.
In this episode of "Israel Undiplomatic", hosts Ruthie Blum and Mark Regev—both former advisers in the Prime Minister’s Office—clash over whether Recep Tayyip Erdoğan is a dangerous pragmatist or one of Israel's greatest long-term threats. You'll learn why Israel is suddenly moving to recognize the Armenian genocide, how that decision could reshape relations with Turkey, what President Trump's comments reveal about Ankara's role in the region and why the panel sees both hope and danger in the latest Lebanon agreement and U.S. strategy toward Iran. If you want to understand the geopolitical chessboard that's emerging after the Iran war, this episode connects the dots.
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35min
June 25, 2026 Israel's Biggest Concern Right Now Isn't Iran, It's Washington
Mark Regev and Ruthie Blum break down the growing divide between Washington, Jerusalem and Tehran as nuclear negotiations take another dramatic turn. You'll learn why both hosts believe the stakes extend far beyond Iran's nuclear program, how President Trump's shifting messaging is fueling concern among many of his strongest supporters, and what it could all mean for Israel's security, Hezbollah, Lebanon and the future of the U.S.-Israel alliance. Whether you agree or disagree, this is a fascinating deep dive into one of the most consequential geopolitical debates unfolding today.
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31min
June 17, 2026 Is He Serious?! After Crushing Iran's Defenses, Trump Announces THIS
Has President Trump just stunned Israel with a dramatic Iran reversal?
Ruthie Blum and Mark Regev—both former advisers in the Prime Minister’s Office—unpack the explosive details surrounding a secretive U.S.-Iran memorandum and what it could mean for the future of the Middle East. Viewers will learn how the debate over diplomacy versus military pressure is dividing Trump's own camp, why critics believe Iran is being handed a lifeline after suffering major setbacks and how the outcome could reshape Israel's security, Lebanon's future and even American midterm politics. Whether you agree or disagree, this episode offers a fascinating look into the high-stakes calculations behind one of the most controversial geopolitical developments of the year.
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31min
June 10, 2026 Tit-For-Tat Is A Losing Strategy. So Why Is Trump Playing That Card?
Is President Trump blinking in the showdown with Iran?
In this fiery debate, hosts Ruthie Blum and Mark Regev—both former advisers in the Prime Minister’s Office—clash over whether Trump’s latest moves are strategic patience or a dangerous retreat from the goal of defeating the Iranian regime. Viewers will learn the competing arguments behind military pressure, nuclear negotiations, regime change and what’s really at stake for Israel, America and the entire Middle East.
The hosts then dig into Trump’s response to Iranian aggression, J.D. Vance’s controversial remarks and the growing divide inside the MAGA movement...leaving one critical question hanging in the air: is the West on the verge of victory, or about to repeat the mistakes of the past?
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32min
June 03, 2026 Trump Explodes On Netanyahu: Who's Pulling The Strings?
A phone call between President Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu is making waves, but what does it reveal about the growing tension between Israel, Iran, Hezbollah and America's strategy in the Middle East? Hosts Ruthie Blum and Mark Regev—both former advisers in the Prime Minister’s Office—dissect explosive reports of the heated exchange, debate whether Israel is losing momentum against Hezbollah and Iran and explore the delicate balance between military victories and diplomatic negotiations. Viewers will gain a deeper understanding of the complex power dynamics shaping the region, why some see current ceasefire efforts as dangerous appeasement and how strategic disagreements between allies can actually strengthen their partnership.
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35min
May 27, 2026 Oops! Iran Just Said The Quiet Part Out Loud
Are the mullahs buying time for something much bigger?
Hosts Ruthie Blum and Mark Regev—both former advisers in the Prime Minister’s Office—break down the dangerous gamble unfolding between the U.S., Israel and Iran, exposing what viewers can learn about nuclear negotiations, military pressure, propaganda, oil politics and the hidden psychology behind “peace through strength.”
You’ll hear why some believe President Trump is strategically cornering the Islamic Republic while others fear the regime is successfully stalling its enemies yet again and why the future of Iran’s regime may ultimately depend on the Iranian people themselves.
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47min
May 20, 2026 Trump's Iran Warnings Only Confuse Those Not Listening
Is President Trump playing 4D chess with Iran, or pushing the Middle East to the brink?
Hosts Ruthie Blum and Mark Regev—both former advisers in the Prime Minister’s Office—unpack the behind-the-scenes diplomacy shaping the Iran crisis right now. Viewers will learn why Trump’s unpredictable strategy may actually be designed to corner the Iranian regime, how sanctions and military threats could trigger the collapse of Tehran’s power structure, and why Israel, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and even the World Cup are suddenly part of the equation. The conversation also dives into whether Trump risks repeating Obama-era mistakes and why Israelis are already preparing bomb shelters for the weekend.
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37min
May 13, 2026 New York Times UNLEASHES Latest Insane Blood Libel
Ruthie Blum and Mark Regev—both former advisers in the Prime Minister’s Office—pull no punches in this episode, accusing The New York Times and columnist Nicholas Kristof of pushing what they describe as grotesque anti-Israel propaganda just as a devastating new report on Hamas’s October 7 atrocities was released. They argue that while Israel tried to shield victims’ families from horrific footage, Hamas openly celebrated and filmed its crimes, yet much of the Western media, chose to focus instead on sensational accusations against Israel. Hear why the hosts believe the media failed morally after October 7, the nature of antisemitism and why they see the battle over public opinion as just as important as the war itself.
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41min
May 06, 2026 Did Trump Just Walk Into THIS Iranian Trap?
Did President Trump just outsmart Iran or walk straight into a dangerous trap? Hosts Ruthie Blum and Mark Regev—both former advisers in the Prime Minister’s Office—break down the stunning twists in the escalating Iran crisis after Marco Rubio’s statements and President Trump’s surprise decision to pause operations in the Strait of Hormuz. Viewers will learn how America’s economic blockade is squeezing Tehran to the brink and whether Trump is executing pressure diplomacy or giving the ayatollahs precious time to regroup. The conversation explores the psychology of radical Islamist regimes, the possibility of renewed military strikes and how Middle East tensions might be clashing with U.S. domestic politics.
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36min

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The podcast currently has 116 episodes available.