Mairav Zonszein, a senior analyst at the International Crisis Group, provides critical insights on Israeli politics. Mina Al-Oraibi, editor-in-chief of The National, shares her perspectives on the Middle East's response to the October 7th events. Former ambassadors Ilan Baruch and Alon Liel discuss the urgent need for a two-state solution and analyze Israel's challenges and strategies post-attacks. The conversation covers the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and highlights the complex geopolitical landscape affecting peace efforts.

Mairav Zonszein, an expert in Middle Eastern affairs, joins Heiko Wimmen and Michael Hanna, specialists in conflict resolution and regional stability, to discuss Israel's intense military actions against Hizbollah. They explore whether both sides can pull back from the brink of all-out war and analyze Israel's military strategies and Hizbollah’s communication challenges. The trio also assesses the U.S. role in the conflict, especially in light of upcoming elections, and the complexities involved in navigating ceasefire negotiations in Gaza.

Mairav Zonszein from International Crisis Group discusses challenges in negotiating peace with top Hamas leaders, the roles of key figures within Hamas, the impact of targeting them, and the complexities of resolving the conflict beyond eliminating leaders.

Mairav Zonszein, an Israeli-American journalist and senior analyst at the International Crisis Group, dives into the emotional turmoil within Israeli society post-October 7 attacks. She highlights the growing anger towards Prime Minister Netanyahu while noting a troubling apathy towards the suffering of Palestinians in Gaza. With over 41,000 lives lost, Zonszein discusses how this indifference stems from political paralysis and societal disillusionment, urging a deeper understanding of the humanitarian crisis. Emigration trends reveal a quest for hope amid despair.

Israeli American journalist and analyst Mairav Zonszein joins Intercepted to discuss the political developments in Israel and Gaza. Topics include the failures of Netanyahu, the tragic implications for Palestinians in Gaza, and the global mobilization for Palestinian rights. The podcast also explores the Biden administration's contradictory stance, the recent events in Gaza and Israel, and the push for Palestinian evacuation. Israeli policies and the rise of settler violence are also discussed.