Israel: State of a Nation with Eylon Levy

Military Expert on Reality of Urban Warfare inside Gaza | John Spencer


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Dive into an in‑depth conversation with John Spencer as he delivers an inside look at Israel’s government communication strategy and its evolving approach to urban warfare. In this episode of Israel: State of a Nation, John—chair of Urban Warfare Studies at West Point and a renowned military analyst—breaks down the shifting battlefield dynamics, the double standards of international law, and the challenging questions about hostages, ceasefires, and the future of Gaza.

Key Topics Discussed: • How Hamas’ tactics and the “moral trap” shape modern urban warfare
 • The political stakes and international pressures influencing Israel’s strategy
 • The role of advanced IDF tactics—including tanks, drones, and infantry innovations—in fighting an enemy entrenched in tunnels
 • The hostage crisis, failed ceasefire negotiations, and the dilemma of international aid
 • Lessons from historical battles and how they inform today’s conflict

If you’re looking to understand the complex interplay between military strategy, international law, and government messaging during wartime, this episode is a must‑listen.

0:00 - Introduction: The War Israel Must Win

5:06 - Hamas’s Strategy: Sacrificing Civilians for Victory

14:05 - The Double Standard: Why Israel Can’t Win By Playing By the Rules

27:51 - Occupation or Anarchy: Israel’s Impossible Choice

34:38 - Israel's Approach to Fighting in Unimaginable Terrain


Co-Creator and Host - Eylon Levy

Co-Creator - Guy Ross

Executive Producer - Asher Westropp-Evans

Director/Editor - Benny Goldman

Studio Manager - Lotem Segev

Graphics - Thomas Girsch

Line Producer - Tal Segal

Intern - Jesse Sklar


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