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US-Iran tensions escalate: What’s next for Israel and the Middle East?

The hosts, both seasoned journalists based in Jerusalem, discuss the looming possibility of a US attack on Iran and the defensive preparations in Tehran, including missile threats directed at Israel.

The Jerusalem Dispatch with Ruth Marks Eglash and Calev Ben David.
A CAR after ramming into Chabad headquarter doors in New York City.

WATCH: Man drives vehicle into Chabad's New York headquarters, charged with hate crime

BRITISH AUTHOR and conservative political commentator Douglas Murray gestures as he speaks on stage during an evening against the rise of anti-semitism in Europe, at the Theatre Antoine, in Paris on June 3, 2024.

Conservative British pro-Israel commentator Douglas Murray joins Yeshiva University

The Wilbur J. Cohen Federal Building, set for sale and likely demolition, houses murals by multiple Jewish artists.

Activists urge Jewish Museum to help preserve Wilbur J. Cohen Building at risk of demolition


Jonathan Schulman’s Jewish Majority mobilizes against rising anti-Zionism amid Mamdani election win

Jewish Majority challenges the rise of anti-Zionism, rallying Jewish voices to combat the shift in US politics.

Demonstrators gather at Congregation Beth Elohim in Park Slope to protest Zohran Mamdani's appearance at the synagogue, October 13, 2025.

Hochul announces increased security grant after Jewish school, cemetery vandalized

“To all of those in this community who are feeling anxious, especially the parents of the school, the children: Know that we stand here to protect you,” Hochul said.

Vandals graffitied the words ‘Zionist Food’ and placed a ‘Free Palestine’ sticker on the front of Safta’s restaurant in New York City.

Mamdani's progressive vision for New York shaped by childhood in Uganda, mentors say

The son of a Ugandan academic of Indian origins and an Indian-American filmmaker, Mamdani was born and spent several years as a child in Uganda's capital Kampala.

New York City mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani holds a press conference at the Unisphere in the Queens borough of New York City, US, November 5, 2025.

The New York battle of Hattin: Does Mamdani’s election portend the fall of the West? - opinion

Mamdani’s victory is comparable to Salah ad-Din’s Battle of Hattin. In 1187, the Muslim commander defeated the Crusader army, marking a turning point on the road to the Muslim conquest of Israel.

A reenactment of the Battle of Hattin in Israel.

As Mamdani’s victory reverberates beyond NYC, Jews must choose solidarity over shock - opinion

Elected on anti-Zionist rhetoric, Mamdani causes fear. The Jewish community must reject panic and pursue a strategy: fortify institutions, organize for safety, and advocate without illusions.

Crowds watch the Israel Day on Fifth parade on June 2, 2024 in New York City

Mamdani must be a mayor who protects New York's Jews, unites minorities in city - editorial

For Mamdani personally, embracing Jewish safety should be politically astute. Can Mamdani acknowledge a Jewish state? If not, we’re afraid he might be an antisemite.

New York City mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani holds a press conference at the Unisphere in the Queens borough of New York City, US, November 5, 2025.

MK Eliyahu: Stop excusing it, Jewish support for anti-Israel politics is crisis - opinion

The election of Zoharan Mamdani as mayor of New York highlights a painful and recurring phenomenon: Jews who turn their anger not toward external enemies, but toward their own people.

Ultra-Orthodox Jews from the Neturei Karta community attend a protest against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, as he delivers an address at the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) at the U.N. headquarters, in New York, US, September 26, 2025.

NYC Jews cautious, others jubilant, following Zohran Mamdani’s mayoral win

Major Jewish organizations issued a joint statement calling on the mayor-elect to govern with respect for the city's diverse views.

Democratic candidate for New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani's Jewish supporters hold posters as they gather outside the venue of an election night watch party, after Mamdani won the 2025 New York City Mayoral race, in the Brooklyn borough of New York City, New York, US, November 5, 2025.

‘Trump is your president’: Screen at Mamdani election night HQ displays pro-Trump message

After a campaign night hack, Mamdani used his speech to challenge Trump, promising to defend immigrants and hold powerful interests to account.

Screenshot of a video of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's Tuesday night election party. November 4, 2025.

Don’t despair, organize. A message to New York’s Jews - comment

After Corbyn became leader of the UK’s Labour Party, the Jewish community successfully rallied for years to expose antisemitism and counter his agenda. Now we must do the same, and I'm sure we will.

Democratic candidate for New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani waves to his supporters after winning the 2025 New York City Mayoral race, at an election night rally in the Brooklyn borough of New York City, New York, US, November 4, 2025.