The Deep Dive

Antisemitism is surging across multiple continents, with incidents in Europe and the US, prompting heightened security measures and public outcry. In London, the Nova Festival exhibition commemorating the October 7 massacre faced police-mandated removal of its exterior signage due to terrorism concerns.

Matilda Heller, an antisemitism reporter, emphasized that the exhibition’s challenges reflect broader trends in the UK, where threats from extremist groups and online activism are growing.

The week a landmark 300-page report on Hamas's systematic sexual violence against women and children was released, a New York Times opinion piece hijacked the global conversation. Jerusalem Report editor-in-chief Ruth Marks Eglash breaks down what happened, and what it reveals about modern journalism. The Civil Commission's report on October 7 crimes documented not only sexual violence as a deliberate tool of war, but the torture of family members as a mechanism of psychological terror. Yet within hours, the discourse had shifted, deflected by a competing narrative and the media's reflexive return to Israel-Palestine "both sides" framing. As Marks Eglash argues, this isn't accidental: it's a structural failure of how journalism handles asymmetric atrocity. The question she puts on the table: "Is journalism dead?" — is less provocative than it sounds. As editor-in-chief of the Jerusalem Report, Marks Eglash brings decades of experience navigating how Israeli and Middle Eastern stories are framed, distorted, and consumed by international audiences. This conversation is essential viewing for anyone trying to understand not just what happened on October 7, but why it remains so difficult to report honestly.

Bennett is climbing in the polls. Lapid agreed to drop to third on the list. Smotrich called partnering with an Arab party worse than October 7.

Is Benjamin Netanyahu's nearly 15-year Likud dynasty finally cracking? In this episode of The Deep Dive, Jerusalem Post host Jacob Laznik sits down with Jerusalem Post Knesset and political correspondent Keshet Neev to unpack one of the most consequential weeks in Israeli politics since October 7. Fresh off a one-on-one interview with former prime minister Naftali Bennett, Neev shares what he told her, including his blunt verdict that Israeli transportation is "a third world country" and that National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir is "a clown."

She breaks down the Bennett-Lapid technical merger, why Lapid stepped aside to make room for Gadi Eisenkot, the AI-generated attack ads now flooding Israeli campaigns, and why Benny Gantz's once-dominant party is "dropping like flies" before a single ballot is cast.

Is the situation in the Middle East on the brink of erupting, or are we seeing a new path to peace? Join us as we break down the power dynamics, strategic decisions, and the role of the United States in shaping the region's future.

The US-Iran-Israel ceasefire might be collapsing. Is war about to break out again? In this episode, we uncover the shocking reality behind the negotiations, the ticking time bomb with Iran, and whether the Middle East is on the brink of chaos.

In this episode of The Deep Dive, Shifra Jacobs and Lara Sukster Mosheyof break down the ceasefire between the United States and Iran (and Israel) following Operation Roaring Lion, and what it means for Israel and the region. Recorded in studio just a day after the announcement, this episode examines how tensions escalated, why diplomatic efforts appeared to fail, and what may have led to the sudden ceasefire that few anticipated. They also discuss developments on the ground in Israel, including sirens reported on the morning of April 8, and how the situation unfolded in real time. This episode provides a clear, fact-based analysis of the conflict, the timeline leading to the ceasefire, and what could come next for regional stability and security.

Shmuel Rosner, a senior fellow at the Jewish People Policy Institute, shared his perspective on Israel’s current war with Iran in an interview with The Jerusalem Post.

Rosner explained that this conflict is unprecedented for Israel, marking the first time the country is engaging in a war with a distant nation. The cooperation with the United States in this context is also unique, with Israeli and American pilots operating together.

Nearly a month into Operation Roaring Lion, Israel’s military campaign against Iran continues to escalate, even as diplomatic efforts appear increasingly uncertain.

Hosting The Jerusalem Post's podcast Deep Dive alone, studio manager Shifra Jacobs noted that the IDF has struck thousands of targets since the start of the operation, including key intelligence and military infrastructure.

In this episode, Shifra Jacobs and Ezra Taylor break down the ongoing developments in the Middle East, focusing on Iran’s escalating role in regional tensions. From attacks on Gulf nations to internal shifts within the Iranian regime, they explore how global players are reacting to the crisis and what the future holds.

As Israel and the US continue their military actions, the conversation turns to the unpredictability of international alliances and the evolving narrative surrounding Iran's leadership. Tune in for an insightful analysis of the war's third week and the pressing questions that remain unanswered.

Join Shifra Jacobs (Studio manager) and Ezra Taylor (Social media manager) for a detailed analysis of week 2 in the ongoing conflict, as they cover the latest developments during Operation Roaring Lion. In this episode, they dive into the political and military dynamics, including Iran’s new leadership under Mujtaba Khamenei, escalating tensions with Hezbollah, and the ongoing international reactions. With over 5,500 targets struck in Iran and major shifts in public opinion, they discuss the broader regional and global implications of this conflict. Tune in for insights on what’s next, from the psychological impact on civilians to the challenges of navigating this two-front war.