Eylon Levy

Eylon Levy, a former Israeli spokesperson and co-founder of the Israeli Citizen Spokespersons' Office, argues in favor of Israel's military response to Hamas, emphasizing the right to self-defense. In contrast, Mehdi Hasan, an award-winning journalist and CEO of Zeteo, critiques the humanitarian toll and raises ethical concerns about civilian casualties. The discussion dives deep into the moral implications of warfare, the principle of proportionality, and whether Israel's actions can be justified amid the escalating humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

Eylon Levy, the former spokesman for the State of Israel and a commentator on Israeli security, brings a wealth of insights on pressing issues. He discusses the complexities of the October 7th attacks, framing them as a spark for regional conflict rather than just terror. Levy critiques media narratives and explains how anti-Zionism is reshaping public opinion. He calls for serious discussions on de-radicalization and the future of Gaza, emphasizing the impact of normalization with neighboring states as a path toward peace.

Eylon Levy, a former Israeli government spokesman and media advisor to President Isaac Herzog, provides a gripping analysis of the escalating tension between Israel and Iran. He explores how Iran's actions are destabilizing the Middle East, from Hamas's recent aggression to missile attacks from Syria. Levy critiques Western strategies and highlights the dangers of inaction. He discusses the shifting geopolitics involving countries like Qatar and Turkey, and warns of the broader implications for global security as the region enters a volatile new chapter.

Eylon Levy, a former Israeli government spokesman and current host of the Israel State of the Nation podcast, dives deep into President Trump's 20-point plan for Gaza. He highlights the need for Hamas to disarm for lasting peace, emphasizing the importance of a multi-national force in Gaza. Levy discusses the ongoing conflict's origins, the skepticism surrounding Hamas's state sponsors, and the necessity to dismantle UNRWA to break the cycle of refugee status. The conversation also touches on rising global antisemitism and the need for more effective Israeli communication.

Eylon Levy, a former spokesperson for the Israeli government, dives into Donald Trump's provocative proposals regarding Gaza. He discusses the implications of resettling Palestinians and the daunting challenges of reconstruction amidst ongoing conflict. Levy sheds light on shifting alliances between Netanyahu and Trump and how current geopolitical strategies are influencing regional stability. As tensions rise, he examines changing perspectives on the two-state solution, raising essential questions about the future of peace in the region.

Eylon Levy, former spokesperson for the Israeli government, shares his insights on the unfolding Gaza conflict. He discusses Trump's controversial idea of resettling Gaza's residents, sparking international backlash. Levy highlights the challenges of Hamas's governance and the importance of local Palestinian leadership for peace. He also delves into the evolving dynamics of U.S.-Israel relations, shaped by the recent violence and growing skepticism about the two-state solution, while considering shifting alliances with Arab nations post-Abraham Accords.

Eylon Levy, a former spokesperson for the Israeli government, shares profound insights about the October 7th attacks and their global implications. He discusses the changing dynamics of support for Israel and the strategic motives behind Hamas's actions. Levy also highlights the complexities of Israeli politics post-attack, as public anxiety grows. With tensions rising with Iran and Hezbollah, he emphasizes the necessity of strong leadership and the potential for peace through regime change in Iran.

Eylon Levy, an Israeli government spokesman, shares his harrowing experience during the October 7 Hamas attacks, detailing the challenges of representing Israel in a biased media landscape. He emphasizes the need for global support and advocates for Israel's position against ongoing Iranian aggression. The conversation highlights the absurdity of anti-Israel protests, the significance of the Abraham Accords, and the complexities of regional alliances. Levy also discusses the resilience of Israelis amid conflict and the threats posed by extremist sentiments both domestically and internationally.

Since Israel's war against Hamas began following the horrific events of October 7th, one of the singular challenges Israel faces has been explaining its position to the world, or what's called in Hebrew, hasbara. It's never easy defending Israel in the media, never mind going on the offensive; with a natural skepticism of everything that Israel does, combined with some obvious latent antisemitism, many often portray Israel as seemingly having nefarious intentions, and regularly violating the rules of war. When that is combined with a common willingness to believe Hamas's narratives while Israel, as a Western democracy, inevitably checks its facts before reporting them - and accordingly often has to respond to an emerging narrative, rather than writing it in the first place - the challenges Israel faces become even greater. Fortunately, Israel has some individuals who are expert at telling its story and in playing the hasbara game - and Scott speaks to two of them in today's episode. Eylon Levy has emerged as Israel's most well-known and effective spokesperson over the past two months; his fame skyrocketed about a week and a half ago, when he responded expertly, and with astonishment, when a news presenter asked him whether the fact that three Palestinian prisoners were released for every Israeli hostage somehow indicated that Israel thinks that Israeli lives are more valuable than Palestinian lives. Rabbi Pesach Wolicki has become one of the leading advocates for Israel in the world of Christian media. His appearances have largely been on Christian networks like TBN and CBN, which are watched by millions of viewers. This podcast addresses some very important issues that commonly arise for those who defend Israel in the media. But the most important message applies to every listener: how you, when confronting those who castigate Israel, can become an effective spokesperson on behalf of the State of Israel. Please listen to and share this podcast, and let us know what you think on the Orthodox Conundrum Discussion Group on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/432020081498108). Read the Orthodox Conundrum Commentary on Substack and get your free subscription by going to https://scottkahn.substack.com/. Thanks to all of our Patreon subscribers, who have access to bonus JCH podcasts, merch, and more - we appreciate your help, and hope you really enjoy the extras! Visit the JCH Patreon site at https://www.patreon.com/jewishcoffeehouse. Check out https://jewishcoffeehouse.com/ for the Orthodox Conundrum and other great podcasts, and remember to subscribe to them on your favorite podcast provider. Also visit https://www.jchpodcasts.com/ to learn all about creating your own podcast. Music: "Happy Rock" by bensound.com

Eylon Levy, Israeli government spokesperson, shares insights into the complexities of the Israel conflict, media bias against Israel, negotiating with terrorists, the diverse origins of Israeli citizens, humanitarian aid in Gaza, and the need for accurate information. The podcast also discusses the global response to the conflict, the link between anti-Semitism and anti-Zionism, Qatar's role in mediation, the influence of culture in conflict mediation, Hamas tactics, and the ongoing war against Hamas.