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In Search of the West’s Moral Compass (12:01)
In Search of the West’s Moral Compass (12:01)
The panel continues its discussion of the Iran nuclear deal, commenting on the reasons why this deal makes the world more dangerous.
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Netanyahu, giving a speech at the UN, warning of a nuclear Iran. Photo: Wikipedia ‘Netanyahu Is Overdoing Opposition to the Deal’ (12:23)
Netanyahu, giving a speech at the UN, warning of a nuclear Iran. Photo: Wikipedia
‘Netanyahu Is Overdoing Opposition to the Deal’ (12:23)
Mideast expert Meir Javedanfar lists the silver linings in the nuclear deal for VOI's Gil Hoffman.
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What the Nuclear Deal Means for the World (12:53)
What the Nuclear Deal Means for the World (12:53)
VOI's Raoul Wootliff joins Ari Abramowitz and Jeremy Gimpel to discuss the ramifications of the P5+1 agreement with Iran.
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Light in the Midst of Darkness (12:29)
Light in the Midst of Darkness (12:29)
VOI's Dov Lipman tells Yishai Fleisher, filling in for Josh Hasten, why he was so thrilled today, in spite of the nuclear deal with Iran.
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‘We Will Always Defend Ourselves’ (12:51)
‘We Will Always Defend Ourselves’ (12:51)
The panel listens to and comments on Prime Minister Netanyahu's statement about the nuclear deal, made during the broadcast.
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‘Waking Up’ the Holy City (14:39)
‘Waking Up’ the Holy City (14:39)
Jerusalem Deputy Mayor Ofer Berkovitch tells Judy Lash Balint about his plans to make the capital more livable for its diverse population.
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Israeli Politicians Are United Against the Iran Deal (13:47)
Israeli Politicians Are United Against the Iran Deal (13:47)
The panel compares President Obama's statements today to those made by Neville Chamberlain in the fall of 1938.
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MK Rachel Azaria’s Grandma Comes Home (9:43)
MK Rachel Azaria’s Grandma Comes Home (9:43)
Yishai Fleisher hears from the politician from the Kulanu party about her 90-year-old grandmother's move today from the US to Israel.
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Rabbinic Rebel (17:20)
Rabbinic Rebel (17:20)
Orthodox Rabbi Chuck Davidson tells Mottle Wolfe about the risks he's taking to fight Israel's Chief Rabbinate, daring the authorities to arrest him.
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The Last Jews of Yemen (25:31)
The Last Jews of Yemen (25:31)
VOI's Yishai Fleisher talks to Dr. Aryeh Tepper, editor of the Sephardi Report, about the small Jewish community left in Yemen.
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Getting at the Jewish Root of the Matter(25:03)
VOI's Judy Lash Balint is joined in-studio by Lviv-based researcher Alex Denysenko and attorney Marla Raucher Osborn to talk about genealogy.

In Jerusalem for the 35th Conference on Jewish Genealogy, Denysenko and Osborn explain how to start a genealogical search, and why Jews are among the world’s most active genealogy buffs.

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Netanyahu, giving a speech at the UN, warning of a nuclear Iran. Photo: Wikipedia ‘Netanyahu Is Overdoing Opposition to the Deal’ (12:23)
Netanyahu, giving a speech at the UN, warning of a nuclear Iran. Photo: Wikipedia
‘Netanyahu Is Overdoing Opposition to the Deal’ (12:23)
Mideast expert Meir Javedanfar lists the silver linings in the nuclear deal for VOI's Gil Hoffman.
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Silver Linings in the Nuclear Cloud (25:05)
Silver Linings in the Nuclear Cloud (25:05)
VOI's Gil Hoffman is joined by Mideast expert Meir Javedanfar, who shares his optimistic take on the Iran deal.
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In Search of the West’s Moral Compass (12:01)
In Search of the West’s Moral Compass (12:01)
The panel continues its discussion of the Iran nuclear deal, commenting on the reasons why this deal makes the world more dangerous.
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‘We Will Always Defend Ourselves’ (12:51)
‘We Will Always Defend Ourselves’ (12:51)
The panel listens to and comments on Prime Minister Netanyahu's statement about the nuclear deal, made during the broadcast.
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More Reaction to the Nuclear Agreement (11:06)
More Reaction to the Nuclear Agreement (11:06)
The panel continues the conversation about the deal signed with Iran and the fall-out in Israel.
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Israeli Politicians Are United Against the Iran Deal (13:47)
Israeli Politicians Are United Against the Iran Deal (13:47)
The panel compares President Obama's statements today to those made by Neville Chamberlain in the fall of 1938.
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A Radioactive Deal (50:51)
A Radioactive Deal (50:51)
The Live@5 panel discusses the agreement announced today between the P5+1 and Iran, and Israel's reaction to it.
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Light in the Midst of Darkness (12:29)
Light in the Midst of Darkness (12:29)
VOI's Dov Lipman tells Yishai Fleisher, filling in for Josh Hasten, why he was so thrilled today, in spite of the nuclear deal with Iran.
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Immigration, Iran and Apartheid (50:39)
Immigration, Iran and Apartheid (50:39)
The arrival of 221 new immigrants to Israel, the nuclear deal and the true meaning of apartheid are the topics of today's show.
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What the Nuclear Deal Means for the World (12:53)
What the Nuclear Deal Means for the World (12:53)
VOI's Raoul Wootliff joins Ari Abramowitz and Jeremy Gimpel to discuss the ramifications of the P5+1 agreement with Iran.
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The Last Jews of Yemen (25:31)
The Last Jews of Yemen (25:31)
VOI's Yishai Fleisher talks to Dr. Aryeh Tepper, editor of the Sephardi Report, about the small Jewish community left in Yemen.
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Light in the Midst of Darkness (12:29)
Light in the Midst of Darkness (12:29)
VOI's Dov Lipman tells Yishai Fleisher, filling in for Josh Hasten, why he was so thrilled today, in spite of the nuclear deal with Iran.
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Sexual Law Suits: Should Reparative Therapy Be Banned? (14:09)
Sexual Law Suits: Should Reparative Therapy Be Banned? (14:09)
Molly Livingstone battles colleagues Ari Abramowitz and Jeremy Gimpel on US court action on corrective treatments for gays wanting to be straight.
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Controversial Unions (51:04)
Controversial Unions (51:04)
The Iranian nuclear deal, gay lifestyles and ancient prophesy about the 'End of Days' are today's topics.
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Rabbinic Rebel (17:20)
Rabbinic Rebel (17:20)
Orthodox Rabbi Chuck Davidson tells Mottle Wolfe about the risks he's taking to fight Israel's Chief Rabbinate, daring the authorities to arrest him.
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Daring the Rabbinate to Act (2:11)
Daring the Rabbinate to Act (2:11)
Rabbi Chuck Davidson tells Mottle Wolfe about performing illegal marriages outside of the jurisdiction of Israel's Chief Rabbinate.
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Iran, Open Orthodoxy and a Rabbinate Rebellion (25:24)
Iran, Open Orthodoxy and a Rabbinate Rebellion (25:24)
VOI's Mottle Wolfe discusses the Iranian arms deal and talks with Rabbi Chuck Davidson about acting against the Rabbinic establishment.
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Nuclear Pontificating and a ‘Reform’ Response (25:06)
Nuclear Pontificating and a ‘Reform’ Response (25:06)
VOI's Gil Hoffman explains the unity of Israeli politicians regarding the Iran deal and hears a critique of an Orthodox position on Reform Judaism.
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Gal Gadot: Quintessential Israeli Wonder Woman (8:23)
Gal Gadot: Quintessential Israeli Wonder Woman (8:23)
The new 'Batman vs. Superman' movie reminds VOI's Yishai Fleisher of the story of Israel and the Jewish women who make the miracle happen.
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How One Man’s Immigration Has Served to ‘Bridge’ Gaps (25:14)
How One Man’s Immigration Has Served to ‘Bridge’ Gaps (25:14)
Gesher chairman Daniel Goldman tells Jeremy Gimpel about his 'aliyah' to Israel, and the impact of his organization on the Jewish divide.
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A ‘Photo Shop’ Legend (10:40)
A ‘Photo Shop’ Legend (10:40)
Kevork Kahvedjian talks with Judy Lash Balint about the legacy of his father, well-known Armenian photographer Elia Kahvedjian.
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Transforming and Preserving Jerusalem (25:25)
Transforming and Preserving Jerusalem (25:25)
VOI's Judy Lash Balint is joined by Deputy Mayor Ofer Berkovitch and Kevork Kahvedjian, another in the 'People of the Old City' series.
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The Last Jews of Yemen (25:31)
The Last Jews of Yemen (25:31)
VOI's Yishai Fleisher talks to Dr. Aryeh Tepper, editor of the Sephardi Report, about the small Jewish community left in Yemen.
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Yemenite Jews, and a 90-Year-Old’s Move to Israel (50:51)
Yemenite Jews, and a 90-Year-Old’s Move to Israel (50:51)
VOI's Yishai Fleisher is joined by Aryeh Tepper to talk about Yemenite Jewry, and by MK Rachel Azaria, about her grandmother's aliyah.
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Light in the Midst of Darkness (12:29)
Light in the Midst of Darkness (12:29)
VOI's Dov Lipman tells Yishai Fleisher, filling in for Josh Hasten, why he was so thrilled today, in spite of the nuclear deal with Iran.
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‘When a Door Slams, Open a Window’ (5:16)
‘When a Door Slams, Open a Window’ (5:16)
Michal Barkai tells Molly Livingstone about how she came to establish a school for disadvantaged girls, to prepare them for the IDF -- and life.
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Fighting for Female Social Equality (25:25)
Fighting for Female Social Equality (25:25)
VOI's Molly Livingstone is joined in-studio by Michal Barkai, founder of a leadership-training school for young women from Israel's periphery.
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Gal Gadot: Quintessential Israeli Wonder Woman (8:23)
Gal Gadot: Quintessential Israeli Wonder Woman (8:23)
The new 'Batman vs. Superman' movie reminds VOI's Yishai Fleisher of the story of Israel and the Jewish women who make the miracle happen.
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How One Man’s Immigration Has Served to ‘Bridge’ Gaps (25:14)
How One Man’s Immigration Has Served to ‘Bridge’ Gaps (25:14)
Gesher chairman Daniel Goldman tells Jeremy Gimpel about his 'aliyah' to Israel, and the impact of his organization on the Jewish divide.
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The Origins and Purpose of Life (50:33)
The Origins and Purpose of Life (50:33)
Jeremy Gimpel is joined by an Orthodox Jew and scientist with a new theory of the universe and a bridger of gaps within Israeli society.
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Netanyahu, giving a speech at the UN, warning of a nuclear Iran. Photo: Wikipedia ‘Netanyahu Is Overdoing Opposition to the Deal’ (12:23)
Netanyahu, giving a speech at the UN, warning of a nuclear Iran. Photo: Wikipedia
‘Netanyahu Is Overdoing Opposition to the Deal’ (12:23)
Mideast expert Meir Javedanfar lists the silver linings in the nuclear deal for VOI's Gil Hoffman.
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Silver Linings in the Nuclear Cloud (25:05)
Silver Linings in the Nuclear Cloud (25:05)
VOI's Gil Hoffman is joined by Mideast expert Meir Javedanfar, who shares his optimistic take on the Iran deal.
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‘Waking Up’ the Holy City (14:39)
‘Waking Up’ the Holy City (14:39)
Jerusalem Deputy Mayor Ofer Berkovitch tells Judy Lash Balint about his plans to make the capital more livable for its diverse population.
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Transforming and Preserving Jerusalem (25:25)
Transforming and Preserving Jerusalem (25:25)
VOI's Judy Lash Balint is joined by Deputy Mayor Ofer Berkovitch and Kevork Kahvedjian, another in the 'People of the Old City' series.
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Naftali Bennett: ‘There Are Many Holes in This Deal’ (15:04)
Naftali Bennett: ‘There Are Many Holes in This Deal’ (15:04)
Knesset insider Jeremy Saltan talks to Yishai Fleisher about Israel's response to the nuclear agreement.
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What the Nuclear Deal Means for the World (12:53)
What the Nuclear Deal Means for the World (12:53)
VOI's Raoul Wootliff joins Ari Abramowitz and Jeremy Gimpel to discuss the ramifications of the P5+1 agreement with Iran.
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Controversial Unions (51:04)
Controversial Unions (51:04)
The Iranian nuclear deal, gay lifestyles and ancient prophesy about the 'End of Days' are today's topics.
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Rabbinic Rebel (17:20)
Rabbinic Rebel (17:20)
Orthodox Rabbi Chuck Davidson tells Mottle Wolfe about the risks he's taking to fight Israel's Chief Rabbinate, daring the authorities to arrest him.
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Daring the Rabbinate to Act (2:11)
Daring the Rabbinate to Act (2:11)
Rabbi Chuck Davidson tells Mottle Wolfe about performing illegal marriages outside of the jurisdiction of Israel's Chief Rabbinate.
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Iran, Open Orthodoxy and a Rabbinate Rebellion (25:24)
Iran, Open Orthodoxy and a Rabbinate Rebellion (25:24)
VOI's Mottle Wolfe discusses the Iranian arms deal and talks with Rabbi Chuck Davidson about acting against the Rabbinic establishment.
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MP Kenneth Meshoe. Photo: Facebook Israel’s Friend in South Africa: MP Kenneth Meshoe (15:31)
MP Kenneth Meshoe. Photo: Facebook
Israel’s Friend in South Africa: MP Kenneth Meshoe (15:31)
The politician and pastor talks to Yishai Fleisher, filling in for Josh Hasten, about the true meaning of apartheid.
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(right to left) Yitzhak Rabin, Shimon Peres and Yasser Arafat receiving the Nobel Peace Prize following the Oslo Accords. Photo: Wikipedia How the ‘Land for Peace’ Idea Got Started (1:40)
(right to left) Yitzhak Rabin, Shimon Peres and Yasser Arafat receiving the Nobel Peace Prize following the Oslo Accords. Photo: Wikipedia
How the ‘Land for Peace’ Idea Got Started (1:40)
Dr. Elliot Jager tells Judy Lash Balint that the US administration used the American Jewish community to reach out to the PLO after the Six Day War.
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‘J Street Has Nothing New to Offer’ (2:07)
‘J Street Has Nothing New to Offer’ (2:07)
Dr. Elliot Jager, author of 'Leverage: How US Presidents Use the American Jewish Community to Pressure Israel,' joins VOI's Judy Lash Balint.
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Death Penalty for Terrorists? (10:22)
Death Penalty for Terrorists? (10:22)
The panel discusses PM Netanyahu's apparent attempt to bury a bill in committee, that would make it easier to sentence terrorists to death.
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When Mob Rules (15:10)
When Mob Rules (15:10)
The panel hears Yishai Fleisher's story about being attacked by a mob, and wonders why no arrests were made.
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Making Inaction Preferable to Action (11:35)
Making Inaction Preferable to Action (11:35)
The Live@5 panel discusses why IDF officers are being investigated, rather than congratulated.
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Strong Words on Iran, Weak Actions Internally (50:33)
Strong Words on Iran, Weak Actions Internally (50:33)
The panel talks about the nuclear deal, soldiers investigated, and a postponed death-penalty bill.
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How to Cure Israel of its ‘Weakness’ Malaise (25:31)
How to Cure Israel of its ‘Weakness’ Malaise (25:31)
JPost op-ed editor Seth Frantzman talks to Yishai Fleisher about the prosecution of an IDF officer who ordered the shelling of a terror position.
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Palestinian Fury, Jordanian Fears (1:48)
Palestinian Fury, Jordanian Fears (1:48)
Palestinian affairs analyst Bassem Eid tells Dan Diker, sitting in for Josh Hasten, that the Palestinians in Gaza are angry at Hamas.
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A Trust Fund for Iran and No Reconstruction in Gaza (50:33)
A Trust Fund for Iran and No Reconstruction in Gaza (50:33)
Dan Diker speaks with the Israel Project's Omri Ceren on the scene at the nuclear negotiations in Vienna, and with Bassem Eid about the Palestinians.
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VIDEO Remembering Their Fallen Son — Israel’s ‘Hero from LA’
Remembering Their Fallen Son — Israel’s ‘Hero from LA’
Stuart and Evie Steinberg joined VOI's Dan Diker in-studio on Memorial Day to reminisce about their late son, Max.
Yair Lapid VIDEO Yair Lapid’s Spiritual Journey into Politics
Yair Lapid
Yair Lapid’s Spiritual Journey into Politics
Former finance minister MK Yair Lapid, chairman of Yesh Atid, joins VOI's Dov Lipman, a former MK from his party.
Screen Shot 2023-07-02 at 6.56.32 PM-new VIDEO LIVE@5: Outrage Over a Lack of Security
Screen Shot 2023-07-02 at 6.56.32 PM-new
LIVE@5: Outrage Over a Lack of Security
The latest terrorist murder, Israeli gun control, ISIS against Hamas and kosher certification are the topics discussed by the Live@5 Panel.
David Nekrutman VIDEO Fighting for Cooperation between Jews and Christians Everywhere
David Nekrutman
Fighting for Cooperation between Jews and Christians Everywhere
David Nekrutman, CEO of Ohr Torah Stone's International Center of Jewish & Christian Understanding and Cooperation, joins Ari and Jeremy to discuss his ideas on how the Jewish world should reach out to Christians, and what Christians may learn from Jews and Judaism. David also reveals a secret: How many Christian Zionists are there?
Yishai Fleisher VIDEO What Shaped Yishai Fleisher?
Yishai Fleisher
What Shaped Yishai Fleisher?
VOI program director Yishai Fleisher joins Ari Abramowitz and Jeremy Gimpel to share how he was inspired by his mother and father, refuseniks in the Soviet Union, to become a spokesman for Israel and the Jewish people.
Jay Leno's Serious Appreciation for Israel VIDEO Jay Leno’s Serious Appreciation for Israel
Jay Leno's Serious Appreciation for Israel
Jay Leno’s Serious Appreciation for Israel
Comedic giant and TV superstar Jay Leno, on his second trip to Israel to MC the prestigious Genesis Award ceremony, makes VOI's Molly Livingstone laugh. Seriously.
Hollywood in the Holy City VIDEO Hollywood in the Holy City
Hollywood in the Holy City
Hollywood in the Holy City
What do Natalie Portman and Richard Gere have in common? Both have recently filmed in Jerusalem. Yes, with the help of the Jerusalem Film and TV Fund, the entertainment industry is finding a new home in modern Jerusalem and booming here. VOI's Molly Livingstone is joined in-studio by its director, Yoram Honig, to hear about the latest screen magic occurring in the heart of the holy city; collaborations with some of the biggest film companies; future opportunities; and the plan to build the largest sound stage in the Middle East in Jerusalem by 2020, adding a whole new dimension to the city as we know it.
Exclusive Interview with Former Defense Minister Moshe Arens VIDEO Exclusive Interview with Former Defense Minister Moshe Arens
Exclusive Interview with Former Defense Minister Moshe Arens
Exclusive Interview with Former Defense Minister Moshe Arens
VOI's Mordechai Twersky is joined in-studio by Moshe Arens, who says Israel's war last summer with Hamas was "a failure." The former Israeli Defense Minister and ambassador to the US also says Israel has "the capability of doing whatever it's going to take" against a nuclear Iran. In this special edition of Newsroom VOI, Dan Diker and Raoul Wootliff join in the discussion, asking about BDS and the Hezbollah missile threat.
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