Leila Milana-Allen

Leila Molana-Allen, a special correspondent for PBS NewsHour and Middle East affairs expert, provides critical insights into the recent Israeli military offensive in Gaza City. She discusses the unfolding humanitarian crisis as Palestinians flee the area and the motivations behind Prime Minister Netanyahu’s actions against Hamas. The podcast delves into the ethical implications of warfare tactics and the perilous conditions for journalists working in conflict zones, emphasizing the dire need for media freedom amidst chaos.

Leila Molana-Allen, a Special Correspondent for PBS NewsHour, shares her front-line experiences reporting from Beirut amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. She highlights the devastating effects of the war on civilians in Lebanon, detailing the humanitarian crisis and lack of emergency services. The conversation also touches on the implications of Israel's ground invasion and the regional instability triggered by Iran's missile response, emphasizing the complexities of political leadership and the urgent need for effective governance amid chaos.

Arthur Delaney, a senior reporter at HuffPost, joins Amanda Becker from the 19th and Naftali Ben-David from the Washington Post to discuss major political shifts, including Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s narrow confirmation as Secretary for Health and Human Services amid vaccine skepticism. Nancy Youssef and Emily Tamkin weigh in on international relations, focusing on Trump’s calls with Putin and Zelenskyy, while Leila Milana-ana Allen highlights strains on the Israel-Hamas ceasefire. The episode wraps up with insights on U.S. foreign policy and domestic governance challenges.