FDD Morning Brief

FDD Executive Director Jon Schanzer delivers timely situational updates and analysis, followed by a conversation with Rep. Jared Moskowitz (D-FL).Learn more at: https://fdd.org/fddmorningbrief

FDD Executive Director Jon Schanzer delivers timely situational updates and analysis, followed by a conversation with Professor Eyal Zisser, Middle East expert and Vice Rector of Tel Aviv University.Learn more at: https://www.fdd.org/fddmorningbrief

Rageh Omaar, a seasoned journalist and International Affairs Editor for ITV News, joins former IDF spokesperson Jonathan Conricus for an in-depth analysis of the Middle East's evolving conflict dynamics. They explore Iran's new ballistic missile capabilities and the concerns surrounding Qatar's role with Palestinian prisoners. The discussion shifts to the Horn of Africa, dissecting colonial legacies and geopolitical alliances, while also examining the influence of media narratives, particularly the evolution of Al Jazeera, on regional tensions.

RADM (Ret.) Mark Montgomery, senior director of FDD's Center on Cyber and Technology Innovation, fills in for Jon Schanzer on the FDD Morning Brief. He delivers timely situational updates and analysis, followed by a conversation with retired U.S. Air Force General Mike Minihan.Learn more at: https://www.fdd.org/fddmorningbrief

FDD Senior Fellow David Daoud delivers timely situational updates and analysis, followed by a conversation with Seth Frantzman, Senior Middle East Correspondent and Analyst at The Jerusalem Post and an FDD adjunct fellow.Learn more at: https://www.fdd.org/fddmorningbrief

FDD Executive Director Jon Schanzer delivers timely situational updates and analysis, followed by a conversation with Gidi Grinstein, founder and president of Reut Group and Tikkun Olam Makers (TOM).Learn more at: https://www.fdd.org/fddmorningbrief

Dr. Hay Eytan Cohen Yanarocak, a renowned professor at Tel Aviv University and expert on Turkey's political landscape, sheds light on Turkey's evolving alliances and its historical ties to the Ottoman Empire. He discusses Turkey’s shift from a secular ally of Israel to a supporter of Hamas, exploring the ramifications for regional geopolitics. The conversation also touches on Turkey's role in Syrian reconstruction and the pressing challenges related to Kurdish issues, unveiling the complex interplay of power in the Middle East.

FDD Executive Director Jon Schanzer delivers timely situational updates and analysis, followed by a conversation with Mouaz Moustafa, executive director of the Syrian Emergency Task Force (SETF).Learn more at: https://www.fdd.org/fddmorningbrief

Oded Ailam, former head of the Terrorism Division at Mossad, shares his in-depth analysis of the ongoing Middle East conflict and the recent ceasefire. He discusses the complexities of hostage negotiations amid internal divisions in Israel, emphasizing a moral approach over military action. Ailam also addresses Iran and Russia's strategic partnership and its implications for regional stability, while exploring Qatar's role in negotiations involving Hamas. His insights shed light on the intricate dynamics shaping the geopolitical landscape.

Join Brigadier General (Ret.) Amir Avivi, founder of the Israel Defense and Security Forum, as he discusses the recent Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal alongside former IDF spokesperson Lt. Col. Jonathan Conricus. They delve into the intricacies of hostage negotiations and the potential impact on regional stability, including relations with Saudi Arabia. The conversation also covers ongoing military operations in the region, the role of the Palestinian Authority, and the political implications for Israeli society in light of these developments.