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Can Lebanon Break Free From Iran’s Grip?
Lebanon’s government says it wants to restore state sovereignty and disarm Hezbollah — but progress remains slow, while Hezbollah continues to resist efforts to reduce its military power. In this edition of Jerusalem Studio, the panel examines whether Beirut can actually enforce its decisions, what role the Lebanese Armed Forces can realistically play, and whether…
September 11, 2026
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The Threat of Renewed High-Intensity US-Israel Warfare vs Iran
As the US-Israeli campaign dubbed Operation Epic Fury transitions from high-intensity kinetic strikes to a grueling, low-temperature economic war, critical questions emerge. Is Iran deliberately holding back its retaliatory strike ahead of key political milestones, or is Tehran suffering under the weight of unprecedented sanctions and strategic deterrence? In this episode of Jerusalem Studio, host…
September 09, 2026
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Clash of Civilizations in the Age of Strategic Power Competition
Dive deep into the shifting geostrategic landscape of the Middle East and the globe with TV7 Israel News. In this episode of Jerusalem Studio, host Jonathan is joined by expert guests Dr. Eran Lerman (Vice President of the Jerusalem Institute for Strategy and Security, former Israeli Deputy National Security Advisor) and Professor Russell Berman (Director…
September 03, 2026
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Banks vs. Bombs: Trump Escalates Economic Outcast Operation Against Iran
With crucial congressional midterm elections approaching, the Trump administration has shifted its main effort against the Islamic Republic of Iran from kinetic military strikes to maximum economic pressure. But as Washington deploys secondary sanctions under “Operation Economic Outcast,” who has more holding power Tehran or Washington? In this edition, host Jonathan Hessen is joined by…
September 01, 2026
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Shifting Sands in the Middle East | Jerusalem Studio
In this edition of Jerusalem Studio, experts analyze the shift in global geopolitics and its consequences for the Middle East. From the strategic power competition between the United States, China, and Russia, to Israel’s defense reliance on Washington and regional geopolitical hedging, our panel breaks down the complex global forces at play. Key Topics Covered:The…
August 25, 2026
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The New “Phony War” in the Middle East
The American-Iranian War has entered a quiet yet tense phase reminiscent of Western Europe’s “Phony War” in early 1940. While large-scale combat operations have slowed, key strategic shifts are taking place across Washington, Tehran, and Middle Eastern capitals. In this episode of Jerusalem Studio, our panel breaks down President Trump’s evolving priorities focusing heavily on…
August 19, 2026
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The New Syria Trap: Russia, Turkey, and Israel’s Clash on the Border
Two years after the fall of the Assad regime, Syria remains a volatile chessboard of shifting alliances, regional ambitions, and superpower competition. In this episode of Jerusalem Studio, host Jonathan Hessen is joined by former Mossad Chief of Intelligence Brigadier General (Res.) Dr. Amnon Sofrim, former Israeli Deputy Foreign Minister Ambassador Danny Ayalon, and TV7…
August 18, 2026
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Why Israel Rejected the New Gaza Peace Plan | Jerusalem Studio
The diplomatic framework for Gaza’s future faces immense political and operational hurdles. With Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejecting the latest 15-point proposal, major questions remain regarding Hamas’s disarmament, international peacekeeping forces, and Israel’s long-term security requirements. In this edition of Jerusalem Studio, host Jonathan Hessen is joined by retired U.S. General Mark Kimmitt, retired U.S.…
August 12, 2026
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How to Treat a Trilateral Treaty – Jerusalem Studio 1037
Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan have officially signed a historic joint defense pact in Mecca, declaring that an attack on one is an attack on all. Is this the birth of an “Islamic NATO,” or a tactical signal to Israel, Iran, and the United States? In this episode of Jerusalem Studio, host Jonathan Hessen is…
August 11, 2026
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The Illusion of Peace: Can Israel Survive the Gaza Post-War Trap? Jerusalem Studio 1036
After nearly three years of intense conflict, a tense and partial ceasefire prevails between Israel and Hamas. With international pressures mounting—led by U.S. President Donald Trump’s push for a diplomatic breakthrough ahead of midterms—questions surrounding disarmament, troop deployment along the Yellow Line, and regional mediation take center stage. Are these agreements a path to long-term…
August 05, 2026
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Iran’s Nuclear Program and State of War – Jerusalem Studio 1035
The conflict surrounding Iran’s nuclear aspirations remains a critical threat to global stability. While international headlines focus on shipping lanes in the Strait of Hormuz, energy security, and Gulf commerce, a dangerous question lingers: What happened to Iran’s enriched uranium stockpile and the underground facility at Pickax Mountain? In this edition of Jerusalem Studio, our…
August 04, 2026
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Lebanon: Between Diplomacy and War – Jerusalem Studio 1034
Is the Middle East on the verge of a historic turning point, or is Lebanon trapped in an endless loop of foreign influence and proxy warfare? In this edition of TV7 Jerusalem Studio, host Jonathan Hessen sits down with top defense, intelligence, and diplomatic experts to analyze the shifting balance of power across Jerusalem, Beirut,…
July 29, 2026
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The Battle over the Arabian Peninsula: Saudi Arabia vs the Houthis in Yemen
Could the Middle East be heading toward a devastating two-chokepoint maritime conflict? As Houthi forces target shipping in the critical Strait of Bab al-Mandeb and Iran maintains leverage over the Strait of Hormuz, global energy routes and international trade face unprecedented vulnerabilities. In this episode of Jerusalem Studio, host Jonathan Hessen sits down with top…
July 28, 2026
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The Slippery Slope: Are New Regional Realities Leaving Israel Vulnerable? Jerusalem Studio Special
The geopolitical landscape in the Middle East has undergone a fundamental shift. Four months after the joint Israel-US strikes against Iranian military targets, the region is navigating a complex new reality defined by a controversial MoU and evolving strategic challenges. In this edition of Jerusalem Studio, we are joined by our panel of experts for…
June 23, 2026
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Regional Re-Alignment at War’s Recess : Jerusalem Studio 1032
As the 60-day deadline for the Iran Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) approaches, the Middle East finds itself in a state of high-stakes flux. While the world watches for a new agreement, regional powers; including Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Egypt, are rapidly recalibrating their positions. In this episode of Jerusalem Studio, host Jonathan Hessen is joined…
June 17, 2026
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US-Iran MOU, Prospects and Pitfalls : Jerusalem Studio 1031
For the next 60 days, starting either earlier this week or as of this Friday, emissaries of Washington and Tehran will do battle not by bombers or drones, but rather by claims and arguments. They will hash out the various clauses of the Memorandum of Understanding electronically signed by President Trump and Speaker Kalibaf, with…
June 16, 2026
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The IDF-Hezbollah Calculus – Jerusalem Studio 1030
For more than four decades, the Islamic rulers of Iran have built the Lebanese Shiite terror group Hezbollah to be a constant military threat on Israel’s northern border. Iran then called in its chips when it was attacked by the US and Israel, prompting Hezbollah to join the fight and harass the civilian communities of…
June 10, 2026
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The Battle Rages On: U.S., Israel & the Fragile Standoff with Iran – Jerusalem Studio 1029
Will the standoff between the U.S., Israel, and Iran collapse into a wider regional war? Host Jonathan Hessen and top security experts break down the structural flaws of Middle East ceasefires, the reality of ongoing proxy attacks, and the true status of Tehran’s nuclear ambitions under intense U.S. pressure. Key topics discussed in this episode:…
June 09, 2026
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Washington, Tehran, Beirut, Jerusalem : A Tale of Four Decision Points – Jerusalem Studio 1028
When the US and Israel set out on their campaign against the Islamic regime in Tehran, one of the stated war aims was to sever all Iranian connections to their regional proxies, with Hezbollah being the most prominent northern flank of the Galilee. This has yet to be achieved, and in the meantime, Iran has…
June 03, 2026
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U.S. and Iran: Between Talks and Targets – Jerusalem Studio 1027
Much like in the Persian Gulf and its bottleneck Strait of Hormuz, there is a constant rhythm of ebb and flow in the American-Iranian war, with hopes of diplomatic settlements turning into military flare-ups and vice versa. Almost two months after a ceasefire has been declared, the relationship between Washington and Tehran continues to twist…
June 02, 2026
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Israel’s Strategic Balance Following the Iran War – Jerusalem Studio 1026
Three months into the unleashing of Operation Roaring Lion, along with the American Operation Epic Fury, Israel is taking stock – what has been gained? what is the cost? are there any prospects for an improved strategic and regional standing for the Jewish State, from Tehran to Beirut to Gaza? Joining us for the analysis:…
May 26, 2026
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Is Europe a Lost Cause in the Battle for Western Civilization? Jerusalem Studio 1025
Although there is a case for a thorough academic treatise on the definitions of what constitutes both “Europe” and “Western Civilization”, for the sake of our discourse we have taken a more practical approach. Europe is the continental landmass west of Russia whose nations are either members of NATO or the EU or both, with…
May 20, 2026
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U.S. – Israel Preparations to Compel Iran to Abandon its Nuclear Ambitions – Jerusalem Studio 1024
Shalom and welcome to Jerusalem Studio In two military campaigns over the last eleven months the Islamic Republic of Iran has suffered major setbacks and lost many of its leadership and military assets, but is yet to concede defeat to the superior offensive power of the US-Israel Alliance. What happened between these two campaigns can…
May 19, 2026
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Lebanon as Part of the Iranian Problem – Jerusalem Studio 1023
Ever since it gained it’s independence from France, Lebanon has struggled to be a sovereign nation, being too weak to solve its internal intrigues without foreign intervention that unfortunately then became foreign domination. First was its neighbor, Syria, which became more like a landlord, and then came Iran operating through Hezbollah. Now, with the America-Iran-Israel…
May 13, 2026
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US – Iran: Talking and Shooting – Jerusalem Studio 1022
While it remains unclear whether the American-Iranian war has ended, at least for the time being, this point of uncertainty seems to be mostly legal and political. There continue to be sporadic incidents around the Strait of Hormuz with the potential of a much larger fire erupting at any given moment, if Trump decides that…
May 12, 2026
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US Retains Escalation Dominance vs Iran – Jerusalem Studio 1021
One month into the US – Iran ceasefire, and the situation both in the negotiation room, and on the ground – or rather, in the water – remains tense and somewhat volatile. The Iranians appear to be acting as if they believe that time is on their side, and politically they could actually win an…
May 05, 2026
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Iraq in Turmoil amid Iran’s Efforts to Retain Power – Jerusalem Studio 1020
The state of Iraq was created after the First World War by the British for their Imperial reasons, but never managed to achieve real nationhood with the cobbling together of Sunni, Shiite and Kurd populations. Following the country’s over-reach under the leadership of Saddam Hussein and his subsequent defeat by the US, Iraq’s neighbour and…
April 29, 2026
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The Tehran-Beirut Road – Jerusalem Studio 1019
The on-again, off-again talks between the Trump administration and whoever is calling the shots in the Islamic Republic of Iran seem to be on-again for now, with risks to shipping ongoing in and around Hormuz but at least friction without fire between the two warring parties. This does have an impact on the situation between…
April 28, 2026
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Strategic Power Competition vs Clash of Civilizations : Can the West Prevail? Jerusalem Studio 1018
Support @tv7israelnews – https://tv7israelnews.com/donate/ When Russia invaded Ukraine some four years ago, the global power array was almost as clear as during the height of the Cold War : that being the Western Alliance, led by the United States, against the Moscow-centered East. However in the modern day context we have the breakup of the…
April 22, 2026
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Israel vs Lebanon vs Iran’s Hezbollah : Beirut’s Bid for Sovereignty – Jerusalem Studio 1017
As Israel celebrates its 78 years of independent existence as a Jewish State, its military fronts are unusually quiet, relative to their engagement since October 7, 2023. While the Iranian War’s next phase is subject to decisions primarily made by President Trump, the Beirut-Jerusalem relationship is complicated by the Lebanese Government’s fear of clashes with…
April 21, 2026
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Lebanon : Between Armies and Ambassadors – Jerusalem Studio 1016
The Lebanese terror organization and Revolutionary Guard proxy Hezbollah joined the Israeli-Iranian War the day after Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei perished in Tehran. For forty days, the Lebanese front was secondary to the Iranian one, but with the onset of a ceasefire in the Persian Gulf, it has now moved to center stage. While clashes…
April 15, 2026
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The Iran War: Talks Stalled and Tensions Brewing; Is regime change an option – Jerusalem Studio 1015
With the two-week ceasefire in the Iran War at midpoint, at least according to schedule, tensions are brewing over the Hormuz Strait, with Tehran and Washington both jockeying for dominance and a view to concluding the conflict on optimal terms. The Iranians claim that the Saturday round in Pakistan was almost successful – mere inches…
April 14, 2026
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The US-Israel Campaign vs Iran amid Russian and Chinese Support – Jerusalem Studio 1014
When the Iranian regime scans the global landscape, looking for help against the American-Israeli military machine, it inevitably zeroes in on the two world powers competing with the US – namely, China and Russia. Each has a different horse in the race, such as oil for Beijing and drones for Moscow, but their common goal…
April 08, 2026
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Operation Epic Fury: Breaking the Ayatollah Regime’s Grip on Iran – Jerusalem Studio 1013
Support @tv7israelnews – https://tv7israelnews.com/donate/ Listen to TV7 Israel News latest War updates also on our podcast https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tv7-israel-news You are welcome to join our audience and watch all of our programs – free of charge! TV7 Israel News: https://www.tv7israelnews.com/vod/series/563/ Jerusalem Studio: https://www.tv7israelnews.com/vod/series/18738/ TV7 Israel News Editor’s Note: https://www.tv7israelnews.com/vod/series/76269/ TV7 Europa Stands: https://www.tv7israelnews.com/vod/series/82926/ TV7 Powers in Play:…
April 07, 2026
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A Geo-Strategic Overview of Operation Epic Fury/ Roaring Lion – Jerusalem Studio 1012
The combined American-Israeli campaign against Iran has resulted in some changes in the geo-strategic situation in the Middle East, but whether these changes are permanent or temporary will only be known once the dust settles and the guns go silent. What will the the relative power relationship between Jerusalem and Tehran look like? How will…
April 01, 2026
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Iran’s Nuclear Program: A Deep Dive into the Threat of Weaponization – Jerusalem Studio 1011
A month into Israel’s Operation Rising Lion and the United States’ Operation Epic Fury, one of the primary shared goals has up to now proved to be elusive. Iran’s stock of some 430kg of highly-enriched uranium remains hidden and presumably out of reach for all but its local custodians. President Trump insists that the war…
March 31, 2026
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Iran: between the Ayatollah regime’s plausible collapse and diplomacy – Jerusalem Studio 1010
The current phase of the Iran war has two apparent dimensions – facts and face. The first refers to the military, political, diplomatic and economic reality involving Washington, Tel Aviv and Tehran, and in fact most elsewhere in this interdependent world. The second refers to the need to save public face and declare victory, or…
March 25, 2026
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Lebanon’s aspired freedom from Hezbollah’s hostile takeover – Jerusalem Studio 1009
The current crisis in Lebanon is the sad result of a failed and frail state being subject to the coercion of an internal force serving the interests of a foreign regime. Only when the Beirut government finds the strength to resist Hezbollah and free itself from the Iranian diktat of the preceding four decades, will…
March 24, 2026
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Israel and the US vs the Ayatollah Regime in Iran – Jerusalem Studio 1008
Almost twenty days into the US-Israel Campaign against the Militant Mullahs in Tehran, and the scorecard is becoming quite clear. Operationally, the collaboration between CENTCOM and the IDF is having a devastating effect on Iran military assets. Strategically, however, battlefield defeat is yet to be translated into a decisive departure from past policy on Iran’s…
March 18, 2026
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Hezbollah Forcibly Dragging Lebanon into War on Iran’s Behalf – Jerusalem Studio 1007
In Hezbollah’s case, the proverbial rock and a hard place are Lebanon and Iran. The terror organization, which is also a political party, claims to protect the Shiites of Lebanon and by extension the entire failed state, while at the same time being beholden to its sponsors in Tehran. Now, just when the Beirut government…
March 17, 2026
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Hezbollah vs Israel: will Iran’s Lebanese proxy succumb amid high-intensify war?
Support @tv7israelnews – https://tv7israelnews.com/donate/ Listen to TV7 Israel News latest War updates also on our podcast https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tv7-israel-news You are welcome to join our audience and watch all of our programs – free of charge! TV7 Israel News: https://www.tv7israelnews.com/vod/series/563/ Jerusalem Studio: https://www.tv7israelnews.com/vod/series/18738/ TV7 Israel News Editor’s Note: https://www.tv7israelnews.com/vod/series/76269/ TV7 Europa Stands: https://www.tv7israelnews.com/vod/series/82926/ TV7 Powers in Play:…
March 11, 2026
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U.S. & Israel degrade Iran’s ability to project power – Jerusalem Studio 1005
Prior to the 1979 revolution, the lion was a central feature on the Iranian national flag. The lion also happens to be a recurring theme in both of Israel’s campaigns against the Islamic Republic, from “rising” to “roaring”. But what happens inside the lion’s den of the Iran War is now up to US President…
March 10, 2026
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The Ayatollah regime in Tehran: What does regime change look like
During the June Campaign of 2025 when Israel struck Iran in Operation Rising Lion and the US added their aerial bombardment of Iran’s nuclear facilities in Operation Midnight Hammer, all parties concerned saw fit to end the campaign after twelve days. This time, however, the declared war goals of the US-Israeli Alliance are more ambitious,…
March 04, 2026
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The U.S.-Israel War vs Iran: Are the strategic goals feasible? Jerusalem Studio 1003
The US operation is Epic Fury, the Israeli operation is Roaring Lion, but whatever title one uses, it refers to the first full-fledged American-Israeli war against their common enemy, jointly planned and coordinated, and executed with impressive surgical precision. After four days of relentless strikes, and efforts by the seemingly dazed Iranians to respond to…
March 03, 2026
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The Emergence of a new Global Alliance – Jerusalem Studio 1002
Some 80 years after its founding, the UN can pride itself on having played some role in the world avoiding a third and probably nuclear war, but little else. The tensions between the leading powers, all wielding their paralysing vetoes over the Security Council, make the UN now practically inoperative. Is a new Global Alliance…
February 25, 2026
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The US-Iran Conflict: Is Regime Change Inevitable? Jerusalem Studio 1001
The Khameini Regime in Tehran is facing a painful choice – give up some of its most precious assets – indeed the very core of its agenda – or risk total collapse. Either it will agree to President Trump’s demands in order to survive, but then become vulnerable to pressures both internal and external, or…
February 24, 2026
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The “Board of Peace” – A New UN or a One-Man-Show? Jerusalem Studio 1000
Donald Trump has created the multi-national body he calls The Board of Peace in his own image. He is convening it and presiding over it. Trump’s distate for the United Nations is well known. It is quite clear that he wants the maximum freedom of manoeuverability possible. But how will he get around the resistance…
February 17, 2026
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Iran’s Nuclear Ambitions : Does Diplomacy Stand a Chance? – Jerusalem Studio 999
President Trump has been signaling that diplomacy takes priority in his determined efforts to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. He stopped short of striking the Islamic Republic and gave his emissaries wide latitude to elicit concessions, but the other option remains in the background through aircraft carrier task forces and an aerial armada. The…
February 11, 2026
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