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U.S.–Iran talks in Islamabad ended without a deal, leaving the ceasefire on shaky ground and major questions unanswered.

In this episode, host Aviva Klompas speaks with Dr. Michael Oren about what the breakdown means and where things may be headed. They examine whether the damage inflicted on Iran translates into lasting strategic gains, or if the regime retains enough leverage - through its nuclear program, regional proxies, and control over key shipping routes - to shape the next phase of the conflict.

The conversation also explores the growing gap between Washington and Jerusalem and whether Israel would continue acting if the United States steps back. They discuss whether the war reinforced Iran’s asymmetric strategy, the unresolved threat from Hezbollah, and what all of this signals about the likelihood of renewed confrontation.

Guest Bio:

Michael Oren served in the IDF as a Lone Soldier in the paratroopers. He was Israel’s ambassador to the United States from 2009 to 2013 and later served as a Member of Knesset and Deputy Minister of Diplomacy.

He is the author of several New York Times bestsellers including Six Days of War, Ally: My Journey Across the American-Israel Divide, and Power, Faith, and Fantasy. Ambassador Oren published 2048: The Rejuvenated State in 2023 and is the founder of Israel Advocacy Group.