The Commentary Magazine Podcast

The Victory

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Oct 13, 2025
The discussion dives deep into the emotional impact of recent hostage releases and the significance of Trump's speech to the Knesset. The panelists dissect the shifting dynamics in the Middle East, including a debate over media narratives surrounding military actions. They analyze Trump's pro-Israel policies and their diplomatic ramifications, while also addressing the moral contrasts of grief in Israel versus celebrations among Palestinians. The conversation explores how recent events shape U.S. foreign policy and intra-party Republican debates.
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INSIGHT

Providential Turn For U.S.-Israel Relations

  • John Podhoretz argues Trump's Knesset speech and actions feel providential for Israel's turnaround.
  • He credits Trump's second-term posture with transforming U.S.-Israel relations and enabling recent victories.
INSIGHT

Dealmaking And Personal Contact Mattered

  • Seth Mandel stresses Trump's transactional dealmaking delivered concrete results and earned Israeli affection.
  • He highlights personal contact, including Jared Kushner's role, as essential to closing the hostage deal.
ADVICE

Back Allies To Enable Risky Decisions

  • Show clear allied support when asking a partner to take risks for peace.
  • Backing removes doubts and enables tough decisions, as Trump demonstrated versus prior administrations.
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