

Haviv Rettig Gur on Israel, Iran, and Zohran | The Moynihan Report
6 snips Jun 25, 2025
Haviv Rettig Gur, a senior analyst for The Times of Israel and host of 'Ask Haviv Anything,' shares his insights on the tense ceasefire between Israel and Iran. He discusses Hamas's activities amidst geopolitical shifts and delves into the complexities of U.S.-Israeli relations shaped by historical events and Trump's foreign policy. The episode also touches on the humanitarian implications of urban warfare depicted on social media and critiques misunderstandings surrounding the Gaza conflict, all while interspersed with humor and personal anecdotes.
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Trump Ends Israel-Iran Conflict
- Trump ended the 12-day Israel-Iran conflict by forcing both sides to realize the futility of continued fighting.
- Both Israel and Iran managed their actions carefully to save face and claim a form of victory.
Why U.S. Backs Israel Strategically
- U.S. support for Israel is a strategic Cold War decision, not due to sentiment or conspiracy.
- The alliance aims to maintain Middle East stability and manage regional threats during the Cold War and beyond.
Israel Targets Iran's Nukes Not Regime
- Iran is highly effective at oppressing its people but incompetent militarily and economically.
- Israel targets Iran's nuclear capabilities, not regime change, due to its limited ability to influence Iran internally.