The Briefing Israel’s international isolation
May 21, 2025
Yossi Meckleberg, a senior fellow at Chatham House, outlines Israel's Gaza offensive and its implications for U.S. relations. Tony Banbury, from the International Foundation for Electoral Systems, discusses the degradation of democracy and the impact of U.S. foreign assistance cuts. Journalist Michael Tatarsky highlights Vietnam's ambitious $60 billion high-speed rail project, addressing funding challenges. The conversation dives into geopolitics, electoral integrity, and pressing international issues that shape our current landscape.
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Israel's Gaza Offensive Escalates
- Israel is intensifying its Gaza offensive aiming to control more territory regardless of international criticism.
- The international community calls for war cessation due to humanitarian concerns and potential war crimes.
Israel's Iran Strike Plans
- Israel’s intention to strike Iran’s nuclear sites without US support reflects long-standing threats.
- Iran and the US remain in tentative diplomatic talks amid mutual skepticism.
US-Israel Rift Grows
- The US and Israel act independently, often behind each other's backs on regional issues.
- US fatigue with Israel's Gaza war conduct is growing, straining their alliance.