Paul Wood, a former BBC foreign correspondent, and Dr. Limor Simhony, a defense and security researcher, dive into the escalating Middle East tensions following the October 7th Hamas attacks. They discuss Israel's military strategies and the complex dynamics with Iran, spotlighting potential paths to de-escalation. The conversation shifts as Fraser Nelson reflects on his 15-year editorial journey, while Philip Womack mourns the decline of physical invitations, sparking a nostalgic debate on their cultural significance.