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U.S. strikes hit Iranian military targets and critical infrastructure sites. Pres. Trump weighs his next move while Washington remains divided re: war. Analysis w/ Jonathan Conricus about Iranian military capability. CBN Israel's Resilience Center.

U.S. strikes hit Iranian military targets and critical infrastructure sites. Pres. Trump weighs his next move while Washington remains divided re: war. Analysis w/ Jonathan Conricus about Iranian military capability. CBN Israel's Resilience Center.

FDD Senior Fellow Lt. Col. (Ret.) Jonathan Conricus fills in for Jonathan Schanzer, providing timely situational updates and analysis ahead of a conversation with documentary filmmaker and "Operation Arnon" producer Hannah Puder.Learn more at: fdd.org/fddmorningbrief

Has the Iran war blown apart the American political establishment? The ceasefire may be holding - for now - but the political fallout is only getting bigger. Marjorie Taylor Greene says she's done with the Republican Party. Tucker Carlson claims he can no longer vote Republican. Nick Fuentes is urging his supporters to back the Democrats. Even Bill Maher says he'd consider voting GOP…Is MAGA beginning to fracture? And could the Iran war reshape American politics for years to come? Piers Morgan is joined by Taylor Greene herself to discuss why she's turning her back on the Republican Party, what she thinks of President Trump's handling of the conflict, and where America goes from here. Then, Piers is joined by No Spin News host Bill O'Reilly to get his take on the latest in US politics before welcoming his panel of guests who all backed America's military action against Iran and predicted the US would come out on top. Now, with a fragile ceasefire in place - they return to assess whether events have unfolded as they expected - and what they believe happens next. He speaks to YouTuber and podcaster Josh Hammer, combat veteran and Speak The Truth host Matt Tardio, former IDF international spokesman Lt. Col. Jonathan Conricus and America First Policy Institute vice chair Fred Fleitz (well, almost, before he quit the show before even speaking on Iran...) Has the Iran war blown apart the American political establishment?The ceasefire may be holding - for now - but the political fallout is only getting bigger. Marjorie Taylor Greene says she's done with the Republican Party. Tucker Carlson claims he can no longer vote Republican. Nick Fuentes is urging his supporters to back the Democrats. Even Bill Maher says he'd consider voting GOP…Is MAGA beginning to fracture? And could the Iran war reshape American politics for years to come?Piers Morgan is joined by Taylor Greene herself to discuss why she's turning her back on the Republican Party, what she thinks of President Trump's handling of the conflict, and where America goes from here.Then Piers is joined by No Spin News host Bill O'Reilly to get his take on the latest in US politics before welcoming his panel of guests who all backed America's military action against Iran and predicted the US would come out on top. Now, with a fragile ceasefire in place - they return to assess whether events have unfolded as they expected - and what they believe happens next.He speaks to Josh Hammer, combat veteran and Speak The Truth host Matt Tardio, former IDF international spokesman Lt. Col. Jonathan Conricus and America First Policy Institute vice chair Fred Fleitz (well, almost, before he quit the show before even speaking on Iran...) 00:00 Introduction 01:52 Marjorie Taylor Greene interview begins 05:25 Has Trump betrayed the MAGA movement? 06:12 Marjorie Taylor Greene on Trump, the Board of Peace and the Iran War 07:52 MTG slams Trump's alleged behavior around Epstein Files 09:06 Trump branding Marjorie a ‘traitor' 12:05 Marjorie on before and after supporting Trump 12:33 Marjorie on her regrets 14:30 Will Tucker Carlson run to be the next Republican nominee? 16:55 Is there a chance of a growing repudiation of Trumpism? 21:28 Bill O'Reilly joins Piers to discuss the latest on the Iran War 24:00 Trump's social media posts on negotiating a deal with Iran 29:00 Iran's strategy attacking the gulf states and shutting down the Strait of Hormuz 37:25 Piers is joined by his panel to discuss the Iran war 39:18 Piers asks Jonathan Conricus: “Why the f*** do you keep coming on my show?” 43:48 Fred Fleitz rage quits the debate after Conricus heat 44:00 Jonathan Conricus and Piers clash over ‘Jew-hater' guests on Uncensored 49:19 Josh Hammer on the handling of the Iran war 53:05 Matt Tardio and Piers discuss what victory looks like in Iran 01:04:00 Jonathan Conricus on trusting the Iranians 01:09:42 Donald Trump and ‘Making Iran Great Again' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our star return guest, FDD Senior Fellow, Jonathan Conricus, has just returned to Israel from a three-week speaking tour in Canada. And he has a lot to say. About many things. We focus in this podcast on the continued volatility in the Middle East, with the MoU negotiations between Iran and America in Switzerland overshadowing everything. As President Trump “joked” when assigning VP Vance to the thankless task, if he is successful (however that is measured) then Trump will take credit… and if he fails, well, he'll get the blame. The MoU parameters seem to have been slapped together in quite a hurry, more in order to push oil prices down and allow a happy celebration of the 250th 4th of July, a truly momentous occasion. But the spectacle of America denigrating its most reliable ally in the the Middle East (and possibly the world) - Israel - while presenting Islamist, terror supporting governments - notably Pakistan and Qatar - as the “reasonable” players, should give everyone pause. Trump even went so far as to speak of Hamas as being “good guys” and the new/not new Iranian regime as being “very reasonable.” Conricus and I discuss the optics and the facts and I don't want to spoil the ending but neither one of us is overly optimistic regarding the outcome of these negotiations. He also shares his view of what's going on in Canada, these days a country with a very pro-Islamist and deeply antisemitic and anti-Israel government, led by Prime Minister Mark Carney. Conricus returned quite disheartened by what he saw and heard while in Canada. Now he understands much more intimately that I'm not exaggerating when I report, with great sadness and reluctance, on the radical transformation of my home and native land. (I'm sure those words - taken from the version of the national anthem I grew up on - have been replaced by some unintelligible DEI version. Too bad.)We've included some really fantastic video segments in this podcast - going back to the 1979 Iranian Revolution and the hostage crisis. Remember those daily broadcasts by the extreme students holding American diplomats hostage? Well, we've got that and much more: Hezballah attack tunnels in southern Lebanon; J.D. Vance slamming Israel; and more. Podcast NotesFull video of a speech delivered on Monday, June 22 in Jerusalem by U.S. Ambassador to Israel, Mike HuckabeeMy recent op-ed in the National Post addressing Canadian PM Mark Carney's failure to address rampant antisemitism.Show your support for STLV at buymeacoffee.com/stateoftelavivJonathan Conricus is a senior fellow with the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, a Washington D.C.-based think tank. He served in the IDF for 24 years, four of them as spokesman during the intense 11 days of the Guardian of the Walls Operation between Israel and Hamas. Now a reserve officer with the rank of Lt. Col., he is a sought-after speaker internationally and is frequently seen on major television news shows. Jonathan was born in Jerusalem to a Swedish father and an Israeli mother and spent his formative years in Sweden.State of Tel Aviv is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.stateoftelaviv.com/subscribe

For two views on the U.S.-Iran negotiations in Switzerland and the agreement that ended the war, Nick Schifrin speaks with Mouin Rabbani, a non-resident senior fellow at the Middle East Council on Global Affairs, and Jonathan Conricus, a former spokesperson for the Israeli Defense Forces. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

As President Trump celebrates his 80th birthday and prepares to welcome the UFC to the White House as part of America's 250th birthday celebrations, attention is increasingly turning to developments thousands of miles away in the Middle East. With US and Iranian officials expected to meet in Switzerland, the administration is presenting the outcome of the conflict as a major success. Yet questions remain over what has actually been achieved, with thousands killed, significant disruption to the global economy, and the Iranian regime still in power despite predictions it would quickly collapse. Key issues including sanctions, uranium enrichment and Iran's future role in the region remain unresolved, while the prospect of a broader agreement has raised fresh questions about the balance of power in the Middle East. There are also concerns over what any deal could mean for the ongoing tensions involving Israel and Hezbollah. As diplomatic efforts gather pace, scrutiny is growing over whether the conflict has strengthened America's position in the region - or handed Iran an unexpected advantage. Joining Piers Morgan to speak about this and more is former Israeli Prime Minister, Naftali Bennett, former lieutenant colonel and spokesman for the IDF, Jonathan Conricus, Iranian-Canadian commentator, Goldie Ghamari, senior editor of Human Events, Jack Posobiec, host of Democracy-ish, Wajahat Ali, and Professor Mohammed Marandi from Tehran University. 00:00 Introduction 02:41 Former Israeli PM Naftali Bennett interview begins 05:26 Naftali Bennett discusses peace deal 11:38 Panel discussion begins 12:45 Wajahat Ali on Obama deal vs Trump deal 16:20 Jack Posobiec on the future and sustainability of the deal 20:23 Jonathan Conricus offers an Israeli perspective 24:42 Goldie Ghamari argues the Islamic regime in Iran is collapsing 30:26 Impact of the Iranian regime on its people and the world 34:41 Israel's influence on global politics 39:09 UFC White House show 44:28 Professor Mohammad Marandi joins 45:48 Professor Marandi outlines his perspective on the purpose of the peace deal 50:01 Professor Marandi on a possible Iran vs United States football match Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

FDD Executive Director Jon Schanzer hosts a special SITREP featuring FDD experts Lt. Col. (Ret.) Jonathan Conricus, RADM (Ret.) Mark Montgomery, and Behnam Ben Taleblu.Learn more at: https://www.fdd.org/fddmorningbrief

FDD Executive Director Jon Schanzer hosts a special SITREP featuring FDD experts Lt. Col. (Ret.) Jonathan Conricus and Behnam Ben Taleblu.They dissect the latest on the Iran deal: what we know, what we don't, and what we're watching.Learn more at: fdd.org/fddmorningbrief

Pres. Trump's China trip. Israel/Lebanon talks in Washington. Protests at New York Times over Kristof op-ed, Israel mounts lawsuit. Analysis: Gordon Chang & Jonathan Conricus. Making Aliyah during war. Jerusalem Day marking 59 years since ...

Pres. Trump's China trip. Israel/Lebanon talks in Washington. Protests at New York Times over Kristof op-ed, Israel mounts lawsuit. Analysis: Gordon Chang & Jonathan Conricus. Making Aliyah during war. Jerusalem Day marking 59 years since ...

Pres. Trump's China trip. Israel/Lebanon talks in Washington. Protests at New York Times over Kristof op-ed, Israel mounts lawsuit. Analysis: Gordon Chang & Jonathan Conricus. Making Aliyah during war. Jerusalem Day marking 59 years since ...

Pres. Trump's China trip. Israel/Lebanon talks in Washington. Protests at New York Times over Kristof op-ed, Israel mounts lawsuit. Analysis: Gordon Chang & Jonathan Conricus. Making Aliyah during war. Jerusalem Day marking 59 years since ...

Pres. Trump's China trip. Israel/Lebanon talks in Washington. Protests at New York Times over Kristof op-ed, Israel mounts lawsuit. Analysis: Gordon Chang & Jonathan Conricus. Making Aliyah during war. Jerusalem Day marking 59 years since ...

Pres. Trump's China trip. Israel/Lebanon talks in Washington. Protests at New York Times over Kristof op-ed, Israel mounts lawsuit. Analysis: Gordon Chang & Jonathan Conricus. Making Aliyah during war. Jerusalem Day marking 59 years since ...

Jonathan Conricus has returned from a short North American speaking tour and joined me on Sunday evening to take a close look at where things stand with America and Iran. It is challenging to keep up and even more difficult to decode the often-conflicting messages issued by the main protagonists: the United States and the Islamic Republic of Iran. We get into the possible responses that may come from the parties and the implications for the region and the world. Who is running Iran these days and making decisions? Unclear but we have a pretty good idea. Will Iran act on its threats to impose taxes on all maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz? How about their latest initiative - to tax all data passing through internet cables that are laid at the bottom of the Persian Gulf? Or - maybe they will sever the cables and disrupt global commerce? So many possibilities and we get into them all. Why is Iran attacking the UAE so consistently and hard? And why is the UAE not responding? Oh - and we also spend a bit of time marveling at the tendency of western media to accept the “spin” coming out of Iran, pretty. much unquestioningly.This pod was recorded on Sunday night, but it is current as of 10 am EST on Tuesday. At the end of the episode I include a short clip of Conricus speaking on Monday to media. He addresses America's rejection of the Iranian response to the most recent U.S. proposal to…..formalize the ceasefire? End the war? This became public after we recorded on Sunday night. It never stops……Show your support for STLV at buymeacoffee.com/stateoftelavivJonathan Conricus is a senior fellow with the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, a Washington D.C.-based think tank. He served in the IDF for 24 years, four of them as spokesman during the intense 11 days of the Guardian of the Walls Operation between Israel and Hamas. Now a reserve officer with the rank of Lt. Col., he is a sought-after speaker internationally and is frequently seen on major television news shows. Jonathan was born in Jerusalem to a Swedish father and an Israeli mother and spent his formative years in Sweden.State of Tel Aviv is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.stateoftelaviv.com/subscribe

The Strait of Hormuz is on the brink—and the world is watching. President Trump declares TOTAL CONTROL over the most critical oil chokepoint on Earth. A U.S. naval blockade is tightening. Iran is threatening chaos at sea. And behind the scenes, a high-stakes power struggle is unfolding inside the regime. So, who really has the leverage? On this eye opening episode of the Stakscast, former IDF spokesman Lt. Col. Jonathan Conricus joins Erick Stakelbeck to break it all down—from the battlefield to the global chessboard. Is Iran bluffing… or collapsing? Can the U.S. and Israel reopen the Strait of Hormuz at will? Who is REALLY calling the shots in Tehran—the regime or the IRGC? And what happens if Iran refuses to back down? Conricus delivers a sobering reality check: Iran is hemorrhaging hundreds of millions per day, its military capabilities are crippled, and the clock is ticking toward irreversible damage to its oil infrastructure. Meanwhile, the U.S.-Israel alliance is operating at historic levels—rewriting the rules of modern warfare and reshaping the Middle East in real time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Despite the Iran War being popular with many in Israel, some communities there staged a protest this weekend against the ceasefire in Lebanon. Israel sees its war on Hezbollah as inseparable from the Iran War - and there is every chance that Netanyahu will suffer big political consequences if Trump decrees an early end to the war that Bibi persuaded him to start. In any case, the State of Israel could be living with the consequences of Netanyahu's decisions for many years to come. Many formerly-reliable allies of Israel eventually condemned the war in Gaza and moved to recognise a Palestinian state. And now the Spanish government will formally ask the entire European Union to sever its ties with Israel over its violations of international law. Meanwhile, in the US, support for Israel is cratering - and photos of the IDF attacking icons of Jesus with a sledgehammer aren't likely to help. Joining Piers Morgan to debate the Middle East crisis is former Israeli hostage negotiator, Gershon Baskin, retired lieutenant colonel and IDF spokesman, Jonathan Conricus, international spokesperson for the Jewish Community of Hebron and advisor to the Israeli government, Yishai Fleisher and author and commentator for Haaretz, Gideon Levy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

By midafternoon on Sunday in Israel we were hit with whiplash, again. Every day seems to bring a dramatic new scenario. Just a few days earlier a ceasefire went into effect between the United States and Iran, with hopes pinned on direct talks between the parties, hosted by the President of Pakistan in Islamabad. The opening negotiating session was a marathon 21 hours and ended with no agreement. United States Vice President J.D. Vance pinned responsibility for the failed initiative on Iran, which was intransigent on two key issues: abandoning its ambition to develop nuclear weapons; and their coyness about de-mining the Strait of Hormuz so that the flow of oil and gas to global markets could resume. In response, President Trump unleashed a torrent of social media messages, reinforced with a long phone-in appearance on Fox News explaining the U.S. position and response. “We're blockading the Strait of Hormuz,” the President said, and then some.I was fortunate to catch up with State of Tel Aviv and Beyond regular guest, Lt. Col. (Res.) Jonathan Conricus, former IDF spokesperson and senior fellow at FDD, to discuss these developments on Sunday night, Israel time. As you will hear, Conricus believes that the Iranian regime has egregiously miscalculated the resolve of President Trump to end their unilateral bullying and control of the vital shipping route. Iranian leadership has become too accustomed to western governments that are inclined to appease and pander rather than stick to principle. Conricus likens Iran's conduct to an organized crime syndicate - brazenly resorting to extortion and bullying.We also discuss the peculiar coverage of this ongoing war by much of the western media. And we touch on the situation in Lebanon, which is very much linked to Iran's power. So much is in flux and uncertain and the stakes are, as always, very high.Show your support for STLV at buymeacoffee.com/stateoftelavivPodcast NotesJonathan Conricus is a senior fellow with the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, a Washington D.C.-based think tank. He served in the IDF for 24 years, four of them as spokesman during the intense 11 days of the Guardian of the Walls Operation between Israel and Hamas. Now a reserve officer with the rank of Lt. Col., he is a sought-after speaker internationally and is frequently seen on major television news shows. Jonathan was born in Jerusalem to a Swedish father and an Israeli mother and spent his formative years in Sweden.State of Tel Aviv is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.stateoftelaviv.com/subscribe

Headlines:The IDF said it eliminated Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem's personal secretary in a strike near Beirut.Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam said that Beirut isn't going to let any other government negotiate for a ceasefire on its behalf.The Trump administration is reportedly considering moving troops out of NATO countries after several of them hamstringed American efforts in Iran.Iran continues to strangle the Strait of Hormuz.--FDD Executive Director Jon Schanzer hosts a special SITREP episode of the FDD Morning Brief featuring FDD Senior Fellow Lt. Col. (Ret.) Jonathan Conricus and FDD CMPP Senior Director Bradley Bowman.They examine the implications of the ceasefire and negotiations between the United States and the Islamic Republic of Iran.Learn more at: https://www.fdd.org/fddmorningbrief

Israel has launched a ground operation in Lebanon, opening a major second front in its war against Iran and its proxies - raising the stakes in an already volatile region. While the risks of escalation are enormous, some argue the potential strategic gains for Israel are just as significant: reduced threats from hostile neighbors, stronger ties with Gulf states, and an even more dominant position in the region militarily and politically. As the conflict intensifies, questions are mounting over the role of the United States. President Donald Trump, who campaigned on a promise of peace, now faces criticism for backing a costly and controversial war - one that could carry serious political consequences at home. At the same time, divisions are growing across political and media circles, with prominent voices fiercely debating the motivations behind the war and the extent to which U.S. interests align with Israel's objectives. Piers Morgan is joined by political scientist Professor John Mearsheimer for his analysis on the conflict. Piers then speaks to activist Norman Finkelstein and retired lieutenant colonel and IDF international spokesman Jonathan Conricus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What exactly drove President Donald Trump's decision to join Israel in joint strikes against Iran? Ronen Bergman joins from Tel Aviv where he is a Senior Correspondent for Military and Intelligence Affairs for Yedioth Ahronoth and staff writer for The New York Times Magazine. He shares his reporting of how Netanyahu moved Trump toward a joint strike, and why he's staying quiet about it for now. Then, retired Lt. Col. Jonathan Conricus, former Israeli Defence Forces spokesperson and senior fellow at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, breaks down the major Israeli military objectives and how close Israel is to achieving each one. Plus, what Arab Gulf states are privately telling Israel.  In this episode: 01:24 New Leader Wounded 06:42 Israel Aims And Limits 09:36 Regime Change Doubts 16:14 Israeli Public Mood 23:30 Intel Airpower Strategy 25:12 Introducing LT. COL. (RET.) Jonathan Conricus  29:48 Strait of Hormuz Threat 32:45 Stopping Enriched Uranium 36:21 War Communications as Force Multiplier  40:55 Regime Change Scenarios 43:58 Gulf States Defense  Show Notes:  Iran's New Supreme Leader Was Wounded Early in the War, Iranian and Israeli Officials Say - The New York Times  Hosted by Sir Richard Dearlove (former MI6 Chief) and Rosanna Lockwood (International Journalist) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Perhaps the biggest surprise of this war with Iran is how viciously the country is attacking its Arab neighbors. The UAE has been hammered, actually targeted with more missiles than were directed at Israel. Senior FDD fellow and regular State of Tel Aviv and Beyond guest, Lt. Col. (Res.) Jonathan Conricus gets into this bizarre development that no one anticipated. Initially, some pundits were assuming there was a brilliant Iranian plan behind these attacks. But as we discuss in this episode, it is now clear that Iran lashing out at its neighbors is the result of chaos in the government and military. We also zoom out to look at the broad waves of attacks on Iran by America and Israel and what they have accomplished; what remains to be done. If the murderous regime in Iran falls the geopolitical fallout will be huge; the most extensive and far reaching since WWII. We also take a hard look at the conduct of unprincipled western leadership - like that of UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer. Great video clips in this episode and some awesome retro photos from the 70s. Who remembers the OPEC oil embargo after the 1973 Arab Israeli war, also known as the Yom Kippur War? And, of course - we discuss the very real possibility of boots on the ground in Iran. Whose boots?Show your support for STLV at buymeacoffee.com/stateoftelavivPodcast Notes:* Link to FDD report on Iran's Ballistic Missile Program, referred to in the podcast by Jonathan Conricus.* IDF video released on International Women's Day highlighting the extraordinary contribution of women in the Israeli Air Force, referred to in the podcast by Jonathan Conricus.Jonathan Conricus is a senior fellow with the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, a Washington D.C.-based think tank. He served in the IDF for 24 years, four of them as spokesman during the intense 11 days of the Guardian of the Walls Operation between Israel and Hamas. Now a reserve officer with the rank of Lt. Col., he is a sought-after speaker internationally and is frequently seen on major television news shows. Jonathan was born in Jerusalem to a Swedish father and an Israeli mother and spent his formative years in Sweden.State of Tel Aviv is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.stateoftelaviv.com/subscribe

THE MILITARY PARTNERSHIPS FUELING EPIC FURY---FDD Executive Director Jon Schanzer hosts a special SITREP featuring FDD experts Lt. Col. (Ret.) Jonathan Conricus and Bradley Bowman. They examine the U.S.-Israel military synchronization powering Operation Epic Fury as it unfolds.Learn more at: https://www.fdd.org/fddmorningbrief/

America launched a coordinated joint attack with Israel on Iran, in an operation known as Operation Epic Fury," which led to the death of the second supreme leader of Iran, Ali Khamenei. Many in the mainstream media were quick to denounce the attacks, and some media outlets quickly began spreading the false story that the attack also hit an elementary school, when in reality it was a failed launch within the Middle East that hit the school. Glenn also brings in his chief researcher, Jason Buttrill, to lay out how America got to this point and what we can expect in the coming months. Retired Lt. Col. Jonathan Conricus, former Israel Defense Forces spokesperson, joins to give his assessment of the U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran. Author of "The Terminal List" book series and executive producer of the TV series of the same name Jack Carr joins to discuss the strikes against Iran from a fiction author's perspective. Glenn lays out what he believes is Trump's true objective in striking Iran and why he believes the strikes were warranted. After a weekend of thought, Glenn gives his four conclusions regarding the U.S.-Israeli strike on Iran.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s Monday, March 2, 2026 — The Scott Jennings Show is LIVE from Washington, D.C. as the United States and Israel decapitate the Iranian regime and launch a major air/naval campaign. We’ll track the battlefield, the risks (including U.S. casualties and a friendly-fire incident), and the media spin — plus breaking domestic violence and illegal-immigrant crime. Scott is joined by Rebecca Heinrichs, a national security analyst from the Hudson Institute, who provides expert analysis on the situation. They discuss the US military's strategy and the potential consequences of the war. Jonathan Conricus, a former spokesperson for the IDF, also joins the show to share his insights on the Israeli perspective and the coordination between the US and Israeli militaries. The conversation also touches on the media's coverage of the war, with Maya Sulkin, a journalist from the Free Press, sharing her thoughts on how the media is portraying the Ayatollah's death. The episode also includes a discussion about the domestic threats posed by Iranian sleeper cells and the US military's efforts to monitor and counter them. https://balanceofnature.com/ https://www.uaustin.org/ Visit https://www.Learscott.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Following the US-Israeli attack on Iran, the Ayatollah is dead - and nobody should mourn a murderous dictator who presided for decades over state-sponsored terrorism across the world. But we don't know if his replacement will be as bad - or worse. Donald Trump says Iranian dissidents should take this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to sweep into power. But how? The President says the war should last four weeks. But as Iranian bombs rain down on Gulf states who did not want a war, we don't know if it can be contained. Trump's legacy will now be defined by what happens next, just as Tony Blair and George W Bush are defined by the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. A free and democratic Iran, allied with the West, would be an outcome that eclipses any of Trump's domestic failures or successes. But the same thing applies with equal menace to a regime change that goes the way of US-led regime changes in Afghanistan, Libya, Iraq and elsewhere. Piers Morgan speaks to former Vice President Mike Pence about the conflict in the Middle East as well as former Israeli prime minister Naftali Bennett. He's also joined by his panel; The Young Turks Ana Kasparian, System Update host Glenn Greenwald, retired lieutenant colonel and IDF spokesman Jonathan Conricus, former general and US assistant secretary of state Mark Kimmitt and former Canadian lawmaker and Iranian activist Goldie Ghamari. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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War with Iran is no longer a distant possibility. It's a looming reality. As tensions reach a boiling point, the question is no longer if the Middle East will shift, but when. n this urgent and eye-opening episode of Stakscast, Jonathan Conricus — Senior Fellow at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies and former international spokesman for the Israel Defense Forces — lays out what a potential U.S. strike on Iran could actually look like. We examine the growing threat from Tehran, the expanding shadow war encircling Israel, and what a full-scale conflict could mean not just for the region, but for the entire world. From Hamas' grip on Gaza to the strategic alignment between Qatar and Turkey, new power blocs are forming behind the scenes — and they could dramatically reshape the balance of power across the Middle East.  The lines are being drawn. The alliances are forming. And the world is watching. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New reports this week suggest that more than 30,000 people have died in the Iran protests. Iranian state media says it's more like 3,000; either way, it's a massive and devastating loss of human life. The big question now is whether it's massive enough to cross President Trump's red line. Piers Morgan first speaks to The Grayzone's editor-in-chief, Max Blumenthal and former IDF lieutenant colonel and spokesman Jonathan Conricus. He then asks former Special Advisor on Genocide to the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, Dr. Payam Akhavan, about the truth of the death tolls before speaking to Iranian-American activist Masih Alinejad, from New York where she faced her would-be assassin Carlisle Rivera, who has now been sentenced to 15 years in prison. Piers Morgan Uncensored is proudly independent and supported by: Oxford Natural: To watch their full stories, scan the QR code on your screen or visit https://oxfordnatural.com/piers/ to get 70% off your first order when you use code PIERS. Melania: Step inside the 20 days before history is made—watch MELANIA, only in theaters January 30; get your tickets now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.stateoftelaviv.comWe were fortunate to speak yesterday with Lt. Col. (Res.), senior fellow at FDD and regular on State of Tel Aviv and Beyond, Jonathan Conricus- who is catching his breath between speaking tours and consulting abroad. On Monday afternoon, moments after the news came that the remains of Ran Gvili had been identified in the Gaza Strip and were being return…

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.stateoftelaviv.comOur first episode of Season 4 (FOUR!!!) kicks off with a tour de force featuring State of Tel Aviv and Beyond regular contributor , Lt. Col. (Res.) Jonathan Conricus. We spoke longer than usual because there is so much going on, and we just went with a relaxed New Year's Day vibe. This episode is divided into three sections: Part 1 deals with the entren…

Hamas Violates Ceasefire and Maintains Political Control Guest: Jonathan Conricus Jonathan Conricus states that Hamas is systematically violating the ceasefire, deliberately stalling the release of hostages' bodies to maintain political leverage against Israel. Hamas is internally working to settle scores and communicate that they are "here to stay" as a governing force. Conricus notes that the release of nearly 2,000 Palestinian terrorists, including experienced operatives, significantly increases the likelihood that they will eventually resume terror activities.

HAMAS IS TESTING THE WATERS --FDD Senior Fellow Lt. Col. (Ret.) Jonathan Conricus provides timely situational updates and analysis, followed by a conversation with Gadi Ezra, former director of Israel's National Public Diplomacy Unit.Learn more at: fdd.org/fddmorningbrief--Featured FDD Pieces:"Is Trump Getting Played by Xi?" - Matt Pottinger, The Free Press"Trump rallies the allies to break China's dangerous mineral, rare earths monopoly" - Elaine Dezenski, New York Post"How Turkish Arms End Up in African Conflicts" - Sinan Ciddi and William Doran, Foreign Policy

After two years of shock and awe in Israel the pace really isn't letting up. If anything, it is intensifying. The last few days are typical. Over the weekend, most of the 20 hostages who returned alive, miraculously, from Hamas captivity on October 13, were released from hospital. The remains of those who were murdered in captivity are being returned by Hamas, in “dribs and drabs”, as President Trump would say. Just as Israelis begin to mentally adjust to the possibility of peace with Hamas…..things began to fall apart. Enter Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner and Vice President J.D. Vance, who popped into Israel this week for whirlwind visits. As VP Vance departed today, Secretary Rubio arrived. Yesterday, Jonathan Conricus and I discussed the constantly shifting parameters for what passes as reality in this part of the world. And we get into whether the heavy American presence is intended to keep PM Netanyahu and his extreme right coalition government “in line”, or just a friendly series of drop-ins. And I couldn't resist slipping in a brief look at Canadian PM Mark Carney - who continues to make it his business to remind Israel at every opportunity that Canada is many things under his leadership but is no friend of Israel.Show your support for STLV at buymeacoffee.com/stateoftelavivPodcast NotesJonathan Conricus is a senior fellow with the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, a Washington D.C.-based think tank. He served in the IDF for 24 years, four of them as spokesman during the intense 11 days of the Guardian of the Walls Operation between Israel and Hamas. Now a reserve officer with the rank of Lt. Col., he is a sought-after speaker internationally and is frequently seen on major television news shows. Jonathan was born in Jerusalem to a Swedish father and an Israeli mother and spent his formative years in Sweden.State of Tel Aviv is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.stateoftelaviv.com/subscribe

Join Erick Stakelbeck for an explosive 90-minute broadcast as TBN takes you inside the war in Israel and the breakthrough Gaza peace plan that's making headlines worldwide. TBN Israel's Yair Pinto brings you on-the-ground coverage from Jerusalem, alongside a powerhouse lineup of voices: Lt. Col. (Res.) Jonathan Conricus, Pastor Allen Jackson, Elan Carr, Jim Hanson, Lisa Daftari, Chris Mitchell, Richard Goldberg, and Michele Bachmann. Together, they unpack not only the latest developments in Israel's war with Hamas, but also the shifting geopolitical landscape and the deeper spiritual implications for Israel, the Middle East, and the world. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WATCH Stakelbeck Tonight episodes for free on TBN+ here.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Stakscast with Erick Stakelbeck podcast features host Erick Stakelbeck and special guests having candid, thought-provoking conversations on the state of America, the world, and the Church, plus powerful personal testimonies and stories. Tune in for deep discussions on the big issues that matter to you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THE HOSTAGES ARE HOME. --FDD Executive Director Jon Schanzer provides timely situational updates and analysis, followed by a conversation with Lt. Col. (Ret.) Jonathan Conricus, FDD senior fellow and former IDF international spokesperson, and Ariel Oseran, senior Middle East correspondent for i24 News English.Learn more at: https://www.fdd.org/fddmorningbrief

Following the sudden, brazen attack by Hamas on Israeli civilians on October 7th, 2023, Israel has steadily been a rising lion taking on enemies along its immediate borders, those firing rockets from Yemen, and even the puppet masters in distant Iran. From deflecting constant missile attacks to taking out terrorist leaders through small explosive devices, the stunning achievements of the  IDF and Israel's intelligence personnel are having a tremendous impact on the Middle East. Former IDF spokesman Jonathan Conricus—now a Senior Fellow at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies—reveals how Israel's successes have reshaped the region, why the toppling of Iran's nuclear program was so significant, and what obstacles still need to be confronted. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WATCH Stakelbeck Tonight episodes for free on TBN+ here.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Stakscast with Erick Stakelbeck podcast features host Erick Stakelbeck and special guests having candid, thought-provoking conversations on the state of America, the world, and the Church, plus powerful personal testimonies and stories. Tune in for deep discussions on the big issues that matter to you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Since President Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu announced the groundbreaking Peace Proposal for the Israel-Hamas war and, more broadly, the Middle East, speculation as to what it all means is rampant.I caught up with State of Tel Aviv and Beyond regular guest, Lt. Col. (Res.) and Senior FDD Fellow, Jonathan Conricus, to take a hard look at what the 21 (now 20) point plan sets out. Bibi was beaming at the White House when it was announced but it's not all roses for Israel. Even before the announcement, Netanyahu was basically forced to swallow a clump of thorns. His phone call to the Emir of Qatar - during which he read from a prepared script and apologized for having approved an air attack on senior Hamas operatives meeting in Doha on September 9 to discuss a hostage deal - was just the first of many challenges to be faced. We wrote about that moment last week - which caused many politicians to rip into Bibi.But he did it. And Trump seems to have managed the inconceivable, getting Qatar and all significant middle eastern Arab nations to step up and publicly support the plan. It's an extraordinary accomplishment, made possible only because middle eastern nations respect Trump. And that is because they fear him. For more on that read this piece that we dropped last week.Conricus and I go straight to it, getting into what it means for the hostages, Hamas and Israel. Who will secure the Strip and who will govern? Is de-militarization of Gaza realistic? Will Hamas accept the terms of expulsion from the Gaza Strip? How will Israel handle the first big challenge, which is expected to arise when negotiations begin in earnest on Monday in Sharm el Sheikh? It will almost certainly be about the hostages and their immediate release, a condition precedent on which neither Trump nor Bibi are likely to budge.I wanted to get this out today so that you have the benefit of digesting this discussion before negotiations gather momentum tomorrow.Oh. And the other major challenge? Qatar. As a state sponsor of terror and Hamas' main benefactor, Qatar holds a lot of sway in these negotiations; and that may not bode well. We break it all down in under an hour.Show your support for STLV at buymeacoffee.com/stateoftelavivPodcast Notes:Map published on social media by President Trump and referred to in the podcast by Jonathan Conricus:Jonathan Conricus is a senior fellow with the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, a Washington D.C.-based think tank. He served in the IDF for 24 years, four of them as spokesman during the intense 11 days of the Guardian of the Walls Operation between Israel and Hamas. Now a reserve officer with the rank of Lt. Col., he is a sought-after speaker internationally and is frequently seen on major television news shows. Jonathan was born in Jerusalem to a Swedish father and an Israeli mother and spent his formative years in Sweden.State of Tel Aviv is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.stateoftelaviv.com/subscribe

WHAT LESSONS HAS THE INTERNATIONAL COMMITTEE OF THE RED CROSS LEARNED FROM TWO YEARS OF WAR BETWEEN ISRAEL AND HAMAS?HEADLINE 1: Yesterday, the IDF issued evacuation orders for at least three high-rise buildings in Gaza City, including a tower at the Islamic University.HEADLINE 2: Another Israeli citizen was caught spying for Iran.HEADLINE 3: Arab countries are considering establishing a joint military force.--FDD Senior Fellow Lt. Col. (Ret.) Jonathan Conricus provides timely situational updates and analysis, followed by a conversation with Shane O'Connor, a humanitarian advisor to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC).Learn more at: https://fdd.org/fddmorningbrief--Featured FDD pieces:"Wasn't Hell Supposed to Break Loose if the U.S. Struck Iran?" - Reuel Marc Gerecht and CFR's Ray Takeyh, The Wall Street Journal"Lessons from Doha: Eject Hamas now" - Ahmad Sharawi, The Hill"המבצע הבא בעזה חייב להתחיל במסיבת עיתונאים" - Lt. Col. (Ret.) Jonathan Conricus, Israel's N12 News"The art of lying about Israel" - Cliff May, The Washington Times

Jonathan Conricus observes Qatar's unprecedented move to engage beyond conventional tools, which Israel is closely monitoring. He suggests Israel's recent strike could signify a new deterrence doctrine, making Hamas leaders in Doha more vulnerable. This pressure might compel Hamas to accept Israel's terms for ending the conflict, which include releasing hostages and surrendering, thereby preventing further destruction and suffering in Gaza, despite the significant costs involved for Israel. 1904 DOHA

CONTINUED Jonathan Conricus observes Qatar's unprecedented move to engage beyond conventional tools, which Israel is closely monitoring. He suggests Israel's recent strike could signify a new deterrence doctrine, making Hamas leaders in Doha more vulnerable. This pressure might compel Hamas to accept Israel's terms for ending the conflict, which include releasing hostages and surrendering, thereby preventing further destruction and suffering in Gaza, despite the significant costs involved for Israel. 1585 GAZA

Wild news from the Middle East today as Israel hit a building in Doha where senior Hamas leadership were gathered to reportedly discuss the latest American and Israeli proposal to end the war and bring the hostages home. We caught up with FDD Senior Fellow and State of Tel Aviv friend and regular, Lt. Col. (Res.) Jonathan Conricus to discuss what we know, what we don't and what this might portend. Both Jonathan and I are on the road, so this episode has no visuals - other than at the very outset. It's an old-fashioned audio only podcast - we thought it important to skip the bells and whistles and get the information out to our listeners ASAP.Show your support for STLV at buymeacoffee.com/stateoftelavivJonathan Conricus is a senior fellow with the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, a Washington D.C.-based think tank. He served in the IDF for 24 years, four of them as spokesman during the intense 11 days of the Guardian of the Walls Operation between Israel and Hamas. Now a reserve officer with the rank of Lt. Col., he is a sought-after speaker internationally and is frequently seen on major television news shows. Jonathan was born in Jerusalem to a Swedish father and an Israeli mother and spent his formative years in Sweden.State of Tel Aviv is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.stateoftelaviv.com/subscribe

When I saw the viral clips from Piers Morgan's show - featuring State of Tel Aviv and Beyond friend and regular guest, FDD Senior Fellow, Jonathan Conricus debating Mehdi Hasan - I could not resist. Jonathan and I spoke Sunday morning about what went down during that raucous exchange, which is more than television theatrics. Conricus has emerged as one of the most powerful and articulate spokespeople globally addressing issues arising regarding the Israel-Hamas war as well as regional issues. He has deep experience in the military and a gift for explaining complex issues in a way that makes them accessible. And, unlike Mehdi, he never loses his cool. We spend most of our time today speaking about the IDF operation in Gaza City and Conricus explains why he believes that it is the correct course of action for Israel at this time, in spite of the fact that the operation imperils the lives of the remaining hostages held by Hamas. It's hard to keep up, I know. But it struck me that we are at a critical nodal point regarding Hamas, Gaza and the hostages and merited a quick rundown. Given what's going on - this discussion is a quickie.The issue of media handling of issues relating to Israel is a longstanding interest of mine, as you are likely aware. And the tenor of Piers Morgan's show is also important, in my view. Like him or hate him he has millions of viewers globally and has maintained a strong focus on the Israel-Hamas war. Which means we have no choice but to pay attention to what goes down on his show. You can watch the full episode of the Conricus-Hasan debate at the link provided in the notes. Also there is a link to a previous podcast episode with Conricus in which we speak about the pros and cons of participating on Piers Morgan Uncensored.Show your support for STLV at buymeacoffee.com/stateoftelavivPodcast Notes* Podcast episode of STLV discussing how Piers Morgan treats the Israel-Hamas war and related issue* Episode of Piers Morgan Uncensored featuring Mehdi Hasan and Jonathan Conricus, below. The Conricus-Hasan debate begins at 14:37.* Jonathan Conricus - Brief bioJonathan Conricus is a senior fellow with the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, a Washington D.C.-based think tank. He served in the IDF for 24 years, four of them as spokesman during the intense 11 days of the Guardian of the Walls Operation between Israel and Hamas. Now a reserve officer with the rank of Lt. Col., he is a sought-after speaker internationally and is frequently seen on major television news shows. Jonathan was born in Jerusalem to a Swedish father and an Israeli mother and spent his formative years in Sweden.State of Tel Aviv is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.stateoftelaviv.com/subscribe

Gaza: Hamas falsehoodS REPEATED.  JONATHAN CONRICUS, FDD.  Malcolm Hoenlein @Conf_of_Pres @MHoenlein1

ISRAEL  RECOVERY WITH SUCCESSES. JONATHAN CONRICUS, MALCOLM HOENLEIN.MALCOLM HOENLEIN @CONF_OF_PRES @MHOENLEIN1 1938

SHOW SCHEDULE  6-26-25 GOOD EVENING: The show begins in Canada where the government much disdains Tehran's conduct... 1920 CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR FIRST HOUR 9:00-9:15 Canada: Decrying Tehran via the Italian Embassy. Conrad Black, National Post 9:15-9:30 PRC: "Underwhelming" performance by Xi and his favorites. Chris Riegel. #ScalaReport: Chris Riegel CEO, Scala.com @stratacache. 9:30-9:45 Energy: Pipeline politics in New York State. Richard Epstein, Civitas Institute 9:45-10:00 Energy: Pipeline politics in New York State. Richard Epstein, Civitas Institute continued SECOND HOUR 10:00-10:15 Israel recovery with successes. Jonathan Conricus, Malcolm Hoenlein. Malcolm Hoenlein @conf_of_pres @mhoenlein1 10:15-10:30 Iran: The ethnics hold back. Brenda Shaffer, author "Iran Is More Than Persia" 10:30-10:45 Iran: Goals for the negotiations. Dennis Ross, Washington Institute. Malcolm Hoenlein @conf_of_pres @mhoenlein1 10:45-11:00 Israel security for the American synagogues and schools. Malcolm Hoenlein @conf_of_pres @mhoenlein1 THIRD HOUR 11:00-11:15 Nukes: The path to atomic weapons is atomic power. Henry Sokolski, NPEC 11:15-11:30 OAS: Brazil seeking to tilt the OAS toward ally PRC. Mary Anastasia O'Grady 11:30-11:45 SpaceX: Mexico points to debris on the beach. Bob Zimmerman behindtheblack.com 11:45-12:00 Moon: Search for water in the polar craters continues. Bob Zimmerman behindtheblack.com FOURTH HOUR 12:00-12:15 #NewWorldReport: Iran in the Americas. Latin American Research Professor Evan Ellis, U.S. Army War College Strategic Studies Institute. @revanellis #NewWorldReportEllis 12:15-12:30 #NewWorldReport: The adversaries. Latin American Research Professor Evan Ellis, U.S. Army War College Strategic Studies Institute. @revanellis #NewWorldReportEllis 12:30-12:45 #NewWorldReport: BRICS in Rio. Latin American Research Professor Evan Ellis, U.S. Army War College Strategic Studies Institute. @revanellis #NewWorldReportEllis 12:45-1:00 AM #NewWorldReport: Argentina is the good news. Latin American Research Professor Evan Ellis, U.S. Army War College Strategic Studies Institute. @revanellis #NewWorldReportEllis

Israel officially launched a precise attack on Iran, which led to the deaths of multiple high-ranking Iranian government officials. Glenn breaks down why Iran stands as a unique threat and why you can't make peace with a country whose religious ideology makes it clear that it wants a complete takeover. Why is Iran so desperate to have nuclear weapons? Glenn lays out how dangerous it is when Iran's unique view on war and death is coupled with nuclear weaponry. Glenn and Jason Buttrill discuss America's role in Israel's strike on Iran and President Trump's negotiation tactics. Lt. Col. (Ret.) Jonathan Conricus joins to discuss Israel's pre-emptive strike on Iran's nuclear program and what this means for Middle East relations. Glenn discusses the horrifying new assisted suicide bill about to pass in New York. Glenn reads through some backlash he received in a recent pro-Israel post. Glenn and Stu discuss the recent dramatic scene involving California Senator Alex Padilla (D), who was handcuffed and thrown to the ground after storming a press conference by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Israel officially launched a precise attack on Iran, which led to the deaths of multiple high-ranking Iranian government officials. Glenn breaks down why Iran stands as a unique threat and why you can't make peace with a country whose religious ideology makes it clear that it wants a complete takeover. Lt. Col. (Ret.) Jonathan Conricus joins to discuss Israel's pre-emptive strike on Iran's nuclear program and what this means for Middle East relations. Glenn and Stu discuss the recent dramatic scene involving California Senator Alex Padilla (D), who was handcuffed and thrown to the ground after storming a press conference by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“I think in interim period Israel will apply a military occupation of it and rule Gaza to make sure that Hamas is indeed defeated, that there is no pockets of resistance and terrorism and guerrilla, etc.,” Conricus, the former International spokesperson for the Israel Defense Forces, told The Daily Signal at the Jewish News Syndicate International Policy Summit in Jerusalem. Once Hamas and its sympathizers are completely defeated in Gaza, “Israel will move out and then it will transition,” Conricus, who is also a senior fellow at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, said. “It has to transition to local self-governance by Palestinians, not by Hamas, and not by corrupt Palestinian authority officials, but by local, vetted, non-terror-aligned Palestinians that have local standing in Gaza and that show that their trajectory, what they value, is the present and the future and that they want to build a different Gaza.” This plan will require patience, according to the former IDF spokesman, adding, “I don't think that we have any other options.” Conricus estimates it will take about five years to see positive change in Gaza, providing a “good plan” is in place with proper funding. “To think that this is a quick fix that can be done quickly would be naïve and misleading. That is not the situation,” he said. “There is a very bad situation that has been going on for many years and as such it will take many years to undo.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices