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FDD Morning Brief

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Iran
Hamas
Israel
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United States
Hadeel Oueis
Gaza
Syria
Qatar
Abraham Accords
International Court Of Justice
Iraq
Middle East
Yemen
Iran-Backed Militias
Houthis
China
Jordan
Palestinian Authority
Budapest Memorandum

The FDD Morning Brief provides timely situational updates on contemporary events. Start your Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings at 8:30am (ET) with digestible analysis and the headlines our experts are watching. The FDD Morning Brief can be streamed on YouTube, X, and is available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

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SHOULD ISRAEL PARDON BIBI?

HEADLINE 1: The United States seized an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela.

HEADLINE 2: Israeli and Taiwanese officials recently conducted a series of secret meetings. 

HEADLINE 3: The U.S. and Israel wrapped up join... more

HEADLINE 1: After taking a beating during the 12-day war, Iran is back to building up its ballistic missile arsenal.

HEADLINE 2: Israeli authorities raided a vacant United Nations Relief and Works Agency facility in East Jerusalem.

HEADLINE 3: The ... more

FDD Executive Director Jon Schanzer provides timely situational updates and analysis, followed by a conversation with Michal Cotler-Wunsch, CEO of The International Legal Forum (ILF) and former Member of Israel's Knesset (Parliament).

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HEADLINE 1: Yesterday, Chinese President Xi Jinping said Beijing will provide $100 million to help with reconstruction and ease the humanitarian situation in Gaza.

HEADLINE 2: The Pentagon deployed a new type of drone to the Middle East.

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Recent Guests

Amr Al-Bidh
Member of the Presidential Council of the Southern Transitional Council
Southern Transitional Council
Episode: What's happening in southern Yemen? | feat. Amr Al Bidh
Mario Díaz-Balart
Congressman from Florida with a focus on issues related to the Muslim Brotherhood.
U.S. Congress
Episode: Washington cracks down on the Muslim Brotherhood | feat. Rep. Mario Díaz-Balart (R-FL)
Eran Lahav
Senior researcher at the Israel Defense and Security Forum and author of the first Hebrew biography of Qasem Soleimani.
Israel Defense and Security Forum
Episode: How Hamas controls the narrative | feat. Eran Lahav
Sarah Zaaimi
Award-winning journalist and non-resident senior fellow at the Atlantic Council
Atlantic Council
Episode: What happens when MBS comes to town? | feat. Sarah Zaaimi
Netta Barak-Corren
Professor at Hebrew University, legal scholar and cognitive scientist
Hebrew University
Episode: Which historical lessons must shape Gaza’s future? | feat. Netta Barak-Corren
David May
Research analyst at FDD
FDD
Episode: 50 years of UN hostility toward Israel | feat. David May
Gadi Ezra
Former head of the Israeli Public Diplomacy Office and legal scholar
Israeli Public Diplomacy Office
Episode: Hamas is testing the waters | feat. Jonathan Conricus
Eitan Fischberger
Qatar specialist and Middle East analyst
Episode: With friends like Qatar, who needs enemies? | feat. Eitan Fischberger
Bridget Toomey
FDD Research Analyst focused on the Islamic Republic's proxy network
Foundation for Defense of Democracies
Episode: FDD Morning Brief | feat. Bridget Toomey (Oct. 17)

Hosts

Natalie Ecanow
FDD Senior Research Analyst and host, providing analytical insights on Middle Eastern issues.
Jonathan Schanzer
Host of the FDD Morning Brief and Senior Fellow at FDD, focusing on geopolitical analysis and U.S. policy in the Middle East.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 145 ratings
  • Audio

    Audio is terrible!

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Not Murphy!
    United States2 months ago
  • Great content, but…

    You’ve gotta work on the sound quality. It sounds like you’re and your mother‘s basement. Sorry, but it’s really hard to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    tipzipzee
    United States2 months ago
  • May

    Love Cliff May and thank him for creating the FDD.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gnome chopper
    United States2 months ago
  • Awesome interview

    Great insight into UN disfunction across the world.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    wellgaveitatry
    United States5 months ago
  • Must-listen, under-rated gem

    This is an expertly-conducted podcast that is grounded, crisp, and even witty. Keep up the great work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Happy to be done commuting
    United States6 months ago

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Listeners find this a must-listen for those interested in foreign policy and military strategy, often highlighting the engaging format and informative content.
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The expert guests provide valuable perspectives that contribute to a deeper understanding of current events.

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U.S. defense policy and strategy in the Middle East | feat. Dana Stroul
Q: What are your thoughts on US-Saudi relations and the procurement of F-35s?
Stroul believes that the US-Saudi relationship is crucial for national security and that the normalization of relations with Israel should be linked to F-35 sales, considering Saudi Arabia's actions concerning China.
U.S. defense policy and strategy in the Middle East | feat. Dana Stroul
Q: What is your assessment of the Trump administration's defense policy and strategy in the Middle East?
Stroul highlights the Trump administration's increased Military posture, including support for Israel, contrasting it with Biden's more incremental approach focused on avoiding escalation.
What's happening in southern Yemen? | feat. Amr Al Bidh
Q: What would it mean for Yemen if the South were to gain independence?
Al-Bidh argues that Yemen is already effectively divided into two states, and that advocating for independence in the South is a path to maintain stability and address historical grievances.
What's happening in southern Yemen? | feat. Amr Al Bidh
Q: How is the STC addressing the challenges posed by both the Houthis and terrorist groups like Al-Qaeda?
The STC has been collaborating with partners like the UAE and the US to counter terrorism while also focusing on military efforts to fight the Houthis and maintain control in the region.
What's happening in southern Yemen? | feat. Amr Al Bidh
Q: What is the Southern Transitional Council?
The Southern Transitional Council is a semi-governmental organization that has both political and military functions, actively engaging in conflict against the Houthis in Yemen.

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This podcast offers timely situational updates focusing on geopolitical affairs, particularly in the Middle East. Listeners can expect highly informative discussions surrounding the conflict dynamics involving Israel, Hamas, and neighboring nations, along with analysis of humanitarian issues, military strategies, and the implications of international relations. The expert guests and hosts provide insights that blend current events with historical context, making each episode relevant and thought-provoking for those interested in global politics and security.

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1. Amr Al-Bidh
2. Mario Díaz-Balart
3. Eran Lahav
4. Sarah Zaaimi
5. Netta Barak-Corren
6. David May
7. Gadi Ezra
8. Eitan Fischberger

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