Jonathan Spyer

Jonathan Spyer, Director of Research at the Middle East Forum and a Jerusalem Post writer, dives into the complexities of the Syrian conflict. He discusses the precarious state of Assad’s regime post-ISIS and the swift territorial advances of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham. Spyer analyzes Kurdish dynamics amid American troop presence and Turkey’s strategic interests in the region. He also explores the potential ramifications of Assad's collapse for Iranian influence and the broader Middle East landscape.

In this insightful conversation, Jonathan Spyer, Director of Research at the Middle East Forum and a seasoned British-Israeli analyst, discusses the complex dynamics of the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East. He reflects on his experiences in Southern Lebanon after the 2006 war, highlighting Hezbollah's influence. Spyer addresses the multifaceted Gaza conflict and the challenging path toward ceasefires in Lebanon, all while examining geopolitical threats, including emerging cybersecurity challenges related to China and Russia.