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Diplomatic correspondent Lazar Berman explores what's behind the news that spins the globe

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Hanin Ghaddar: Lebanon turns against Hezbollah

July 3, 2026

After the US signs a dreadful MOU with Iran granting it control over Beirut's future, it then ushers in an unprecedented Israel-Lebanon agreement. Could real peace be on the way?

Steffen Seibert: Gaza won’t sever special Germany-Israel ties

June 12, 2026

Berlin's outgoing ambassador confident close relationship will continue, while expressing support for Palestinian state and calling for diplomatic solution to Iran threats.

Dakar Eilat: Inside prisons for Hamas terrorists

May 15, 2026

An ex-prison commander reacts to The New York Times sexual abuse allegations, gives personal insights into treatment of prisoners, and explains who makes sure guards follow the rules

LTC Nadav Shoshani: Is Israel telling the right story to the world?

May 8, 2026

Outgoing IDF spokesman says he recognizes the challenge and that Israel's reputation is abysmal. Still, he says that his unit is performing well in an inherently biased environment

David Rosen: Israel doesn’t adequately understand Christian relations

After an IDF soldier smashes a statue of Jesus in Lebanon, an interfaith leader says Israel has no strategy on ties, must improve education on modern Christians

Moran Zaga: The Gulf states react to humiliation by Iran

Wealthy countries like Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Qatar sought stability by diplomacy with Tehran. But they were hit hard by Iran, forcing them to reassess how they face their biggest threat