Daniela Pellet

Michael Binion, a foreign affairs specialist, and Daniela Pellet, Managing Editor at the Institute for War and Peace Reporting, dive into escalating tensions between the US and Venezuela, sparked by Trump's pressure on Maduro. They unpack the implications of possible US military actions and the drug war dynamics. Shifting to the Middle East, the duo analyzes Pope Leo XIV's diplomatic efforts and influence, particularly his plea for Lebanese Christians amidst regional challenges. Finally, they debate Switzerland's recent rejection of a wealth tax, weighing fairness against economic concerns.

This discussion features Daniela Pellet, Managing Editor at the Institute for War and Peace Reporting, James Rogers, Associate Professor at City, University of London, and Dr. Nicholas Wright, a neuroscientist and Pentagon adviser. They debate the feasibility of returning Syrians home amidst political fallout in Germany. Pellet highlights the emotional pull of home versus safety concerns, while Rogers emphasizes the complexities of post-war Syria and migration politics. Dr. Wright adds insights on the psychological impacts of warfare, likening the brain's decision-making systems to an orchestra.

Nimrod Goran, President of MITVIM, Daniela Pellet, Managing Editor at the Institute for War and Peace Reporting, and Yossi Beilin, former Israeli politician, dive deep into Israel's political evolution. They discuss the decline of the Israeli left and its implications for the two-state solution, highlighting pivotal moments like Rabin's assassination. The conversation also reflects on how recent wars and a shift to far-right coalitions are reshaping democracy and public trust. Can a liberal Israel emerge again, and what would that mean for peace?