Bar Peleg

Bar Peleg, a Haaretz reporter specializing in Benjamin Netanyahu’s legal challenges, discusses the significant interplay between the Israeli Prime Minister's ongoing criminal trials and the Gaza conflict. Peleg reveals how Netanyahu's legal troubles have influenced his policy decisions, impacting Israel's governance during crises. He also highlights the surprising direct involvement of Donald Trump in these legal matters, including calls for a pardon and the ramifications of U.S. interference on investigations like Qatargate. This situation raises questions about the influence of foreign politics on Israeli justice.

Bar Peleg, a Haaretz journalist who first uncovered Qatargate, joins the discussion to dissect this explosive scandal involving Qatari influence on Israeli politics. He reveals how close aides to Netanyahu have been entangled with Qatari interests, raising red flags about potential impacts on public safety and trust. The conversation dives into Netanyahu's controversial attempts to shield himself from investigation, the complex aid dynamics to Gaza, and the darker implications of disinformation campaigns. This tension-laden narrative unfolds like a political thriller.

Amos Harel, a Senior Haaretz defense analyst, discusses the intense 12-day military exchange with Iran and assesses the IDF's performance during the crisis. Bar Peleg dives into the Qatargate scandal, revealing how political payments influenced perceptions while the Gaza war escalated. The conversation highlights the shocking realities of the humanitarian situation in Gaza, the pressures faced by wartime leadership, and unexpected diplomacy from Trump that led to a ceasefire. Together, they provide a riveting overview of Israel's tumultuous year.