Is Iran’s nuclear program truly finished—or are we being lulled into a false sense of victory? Ruthie Blum, senior contributing editor at JNS and former adviser at Israel’s Prime Minister’s Office, joins Mark Regev, former Israeli ambassador to the UK and fellow Prime Minister’s Office veteran, to break down the ceasefire, U.S. involvement and what it all really means for Israel and the West.
Is Iran’s nuclear program truly finished—or are we being lulled into a false sense of victory? Ruthie Blum, senior contributing editor at JNS and former adviser at Israel’s Prime Minister’s Office, joins Mark Regev, former Israeli ambassador to the UK and fellow Prime Minister’s Office veteran, to break down the ceasefire, U.S. involvement and what it all really means for Israel and the West.
President Donald Trump finds himself at a historic crossroads as Israel continues a bold and highly coordinated military campaign to eliminate Iran’s nuclear capabilities. Will he authorize targeted U.S. airstrikes to help finish the job or will the isolationist wing of the MAGA movement keep America on the sidelines?
Ignore the cynics, we’re here to clear the air! Is Trump really turning on Israel or is the U.S.-Israel alliance stronger than ever? In this week’s episode of “Israel Undiplomatic,” senior JNS contributing editor Ruthie Blum and former Israeli ambassador to the U.K. Mark Regev—both former advisers at the Prime Minister’s Office—take a sharp look at the evolving dynamic between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and U.S. President Donald Trump.
Will negotiations win the day or will Israel be forced into military action against Iran? Senior JNS contributing editor Ruthie Blum and former Israeli ambassador to the UK Mark Regev—both former advisers in the Israeli Prime Minister’s Office—unpack the escalating nuclear crisis with Iran and the deepening tug-of-war within the Trump administration.
As Hamas faces collapse, the UN rushes to its defense! In this episode, JNS senior contributing editor Ruthie Blum and former Israeli Ambassador to the UK Mark Regev expose how the United Nations is being manipulated to prolong Hamas’s rule over Gaza.
In this episode of “Israel Undiplomatic,” former Israeli Ambassador to the UK Mark Regev and veteran journalist and political commentator Ruthie Blum—both former advisers in the Israeli Prime Minister’s Office—tackle the harsh condemnations of Israel by three of its Western allies—Britain, France, and Canada. With Gaza still under Hamas control and hostages yet to be released, the hosts argue that these countries are wrong on the facts and enabling terror. Their statements, they say, give politi...
Israel, Iran, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia—this week’s episode of “Israel Undiplomatic” explores President Donald Trump’s high-stakes visit to the Middle East and what it means for Israel, U.S. foreign policy and the wider region. With a sharp eye and decades of insider experience, former Israeli Ambassador to the UK Mark Regev and veteran journalist and political commentator Ruthie Blum—both former advisers in the Israeli Prime Minister’s Office—unpack the diplomatic theater unfolding across Riyadh,...
JNS senior contributing editor Ruthie Blum and former Israeli ambassador to the United Kingdom Mark Regev—both former advisers at the Prime Minister’s Office—examine Israel's two-day operation in Yemen in response to a direct ballistic missile strike near Ben-Gurion Airport. But beyond the immediate headlines, they examine what this strike means for Israel’s long-range deterrence, Iran’s nuclear threat and the shifting fault lines in U.S.-Israel relations.
Broadcast from the JNS International Policy Summit in Jerusalem, this episode explores Israel’s growing dilemma: how to respond to renewed U.S.-Iran negotiations under President Trump without jeopardizing national security or the special U.S.-Israel alliance. JNS senior contributing editor Ruthie Blum and former Israeli ambassador to the United Kingdom Mark Regev—both former advisers at the Prime Minister’s Office—analyze Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s speech at the summit, dissect his publ...
JNS senior contributing editor Ruthie Blum and former Israeli ambassador to the United Kingdom Mark Regev—both former advisers at the Prime Minister’s Office—unpack the haunting relevance of Yom HaShoah (Israel’s Holocaust Remembrance Day) in a post–Oct. 7 world. They explore the global surge in antisemitism since the Hamas massacre, including the shocking rise of Jew-hatred in immigrant-rich democracies like Australia and the United States.
Israel is booming with babies, happiness and economic resilience even in the midst of war. In this uplifting episode of Israel Undiplomatic, hosts Ruthie Blum and Ambassador Mark Regev—both former advisers at the Prime Minister’s Office—break tradition to focus entirely on the good news coming out of Israel today.
Is the U.S. making a dangerous mistake by trusting Iran? What does President Donald Trump’s latest announcement mean for Israel’s security? Join JNS senior contributing editor Ruthie Blum and former Israeli ambassador to the United Kingdom Mark Regev—both former advisers at the Prime Minister’s Office— as they dive deep into the Trump-Netanyahu summit and Iran’s nuclear ambitions.
Is a U.S.-Israel military strike on Iran's nuclear program closer than ever? In this episode of “Israel Undiplomatic”, JNS Senior Contributing Editor Ruthie Blum and former Israeli Ambassador to the UK Mark Regev break down the most urgent national security issue facing Israel and the West: the Islamic Republic of Iran's pursuit of nuclear weapons.
Are the anti-Netanyahu demonstrations weakening Israel’s negotiation leverage with Hamas? Are opposition leaders fanning the flames of civil unrest for political gain?In this week’s episode, we tackle the intensifying anti-government protests in Israel amid a multi-front war and explore the broader consequences of internal dissent during wartime.
Surprise! Israel is ramping up military pressure on Hamas in Gaza and the Left, both inside and outside of Israel, is apoplectic. In this episode of “Israel Undiplomatic,” JNS senior contributing editor Ruthie Blum and former Israeli ambassador Mark Regev break down Israel’s renewed offensive against Hamas and the global reaction.
In this episode of Israel Undiplomatic, Mark Regev and Ruthie Blum unpack the modern-day threats facing Israel—how history is repeating itself and what it means for our future.
Welcome to Israel Undiplomatic, where JNS senior contributing editor Ruthie Blum and former Israeli ambassador Mark Regev break down the most pressing issues facing Israel today—without the diplomatic filter. In this episode:🔴 October 7th & the Deep State – Was Israel’s security failure just incompetence, or something more? A deep dive into the Shin Bet, IDF leadership, and bureaucratic corruption.🔴 Trump’s Speech & Israel – Why did President Trump barely mention Israel in his address ...
Welcome to Israel Undiplomatic, where JNS senior contributing editor Ruthie Blum and former Israeli ambassador Mark Regev break down the most pressing issues facing Israel today—without the diplomatic filter.In this episode:🔴 October 7th & the Deep State – Was Israel’s security failure just incompetence, or something more? A deep dive into the Shin Bet, IDF leadership, and bureaucratic corruption.🔴 Trump’s Speech & Israel – Why did President Trump barely mention Israel in his address t...
Ambassador Mark Regev and Journalist Ruthie Blum spar over what Israel’s reaction should be to #Hamas’ brutal murder of two children and their mother (Shiri, Kfir & Ariel) and 83-year-old man (Oded Lifchitz). What should Israel learn from this? Should Israel move on to Phase 2 or call it quits? Catch every story from Israel and the Jewish World: Latest news: https://bit.ly/jewish_news_service Subscribe to our free newsletter: https://bit.ly/subscribe_to_JNSYou can also join the fight against...
Hamas’s upcoming release of the bodies of four dead hostages has all of Israel on edge. Hamas announced that three of those bodies will be of abducted children, Ariel and Kfir Bibas, along with their mother, Shiri. Israeli authorities have yet to confirm this claim. Whether or not this is just another cruel psychological game being played by Hamas remains to be seen. Regardless, Israelis are forced to once again face the harsh reality of where they are living and the challenges they continue to ...
President Trump has once again changed the rules of the game by demanding that Hamas free all the remaining hostages in Gaza by Saturday, February 15th. However, Prime Minister Netanyahu must now decide if the IDF will follow through with Trump’s ultimatum. It remains to be seen how Israel will approach the impossible choice between freeing more hostages or destroying Hamas.
President Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu concluded a historic meeting yesterday with a bombshell press conference that has shocked the world. On today’s episode, Mark Regev and Ruthie Blum will unpack all the details and questions surrounding the meeting from JNS’s studio in Jerusalem. Join them for a discussion diving into Trump’s possible plan for Gaza, Iran, and the Middle East! If you liked this video, you’re going to love @JNS_TV - don’t forget to hit the subscribe button! Catch every s...
U.S. President Donald Trump continues to shake things up not only in America, but across the globe. Recently, he doubled down on the idea of relocating residents of the Gaza Strip to another country, either temporarily or permanently. Join JNS senior contributing editor Ruthie Blum and Mark Regev, former Israeli ambassador to the United Kingdom—both former advisers at the Prime Minister's Office—for an in-depth look at where this all may be headed. They’ll also be discussing the hypocrisy of Int...
Released Israeli hostages have revealed that Hamas terrorists were hiding them in a "humanitarian zone" designated for displaced Palestinians in the Gaza Strip. Were United Nations workers aware of—and maybe even complicit in—war crimes against Israeli civilians? Thankfully, President Donald Trump has already ordered the cessation of American financial support to UNWRA. How should the Jewish state respond and what does this mean for the future of the region? Join JNS senior contributing editor R...
Israel today is torn between those who support the latest Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal and those who oppose it. Many are asking why Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu suddenly accepted this seemingly bad deal which doesn’t even promise to free all the hostages. Was Bibi coerced into by Washington or were concessions promised to Israel that will become apparent in the future? Join journalist Ruthie Blum and Amb. Mark Regev as they weigh in on all the latest developments on today’s episode of Israel...
Donald Trump’s inauguration as the 47th president of the United States couldn’t come soon enough for many people awaiting the safe release of the hostages held by Hamas terrorists in the Gaza Strip.In this episode of "Israel Undiplomatic," JNS senior contributing editor Ruthie Blum and Mark Regev, former Israeli ambassador to the United Kingdom—both former advisers at the Prime Minister's Office—discuss the stark differences between U.S. President Joe Biden’s approach to the hostage talks and Tr...
President Jimmy Carter passed away at age 100 this week. He left behind a legacy of being a peacemaker between Egypt and Israel who subsequently turned on the Jewish state, calling it an “apartheid” nation and claiming Hamas terrorists were more interested in peace than Jerusalem.JNS senior contributing editor Ruthie Blum and Mark Regev, former Israeli ambassador to the United Kingdom—both former advisers at the Prime Minister's Office—discuss the late president’s policies & actions both dur...
Pope Francis characterized Israeli counter-terrorism operations in the Gaza Strip as "cruelty" in his Christmas Eve speech.This marks the second time the pontiff has criticized the Jewish state's actions over the course of a week. Earlier, the pope suggested that the world should investigate whether Jerusalem is committing genocide against the Palestinian people.JNS senior contributing editor Ruthie Blum and Mark Regev, former Israeli ambassador to the United Kingdom—both former advisers at the ...
After Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu canceled his testimony in court on Dec. 17, citing "special circumstances," rumors were abundant about what was imminent to happen. A strike against the Houthis in Yemen? A hostage deal with Hamas? Normalization with Saudi Arabia? Palestinian sovereignty? Or was he running scared because of threats from Iran?JNS senior contributing editor Ruthie Blum and Mark Regev, former Israeli ambassador to the United Kingdom—both former advisers at the Prime M...
