Jared Malsin, a WSJ reporter specializing in the Middle East, delves into the recent Israel-Lebanon ceasefire, ending over a year of conflict with Hezbollah. He discusses the intricate elements of the agreement, including military withdrawals and its historical context along the Latani River. Malsin highlights Hezbollah's concessions under pressure and the potential impact on regional stability. The podcast also explores the fragile enforcement of the ceasefire and the emotional toll on displaced citizens amid continuing tensions in the broader region.

Join Franklin Foer, a staff writer at The Atlantic known for his keen analysis of U.S. politics, and Jared Malsin, a Middle East correspondent for The Wall Street Journal, as they dissect the complexities of U.S. diplomacy in the Middle East post-October 7. They discuss the challenges of hostage negotiations, the dire humanitarian crisis in Gaza, and the escalating conflict dynamics in Lebanon. Foer critiques the Biden administration's strategies while Malsin offers firsthand insights from the ground, illuminating the multifaceted nature of the ongoing strife.