In the second episode of MEnbar, host Marc Owen Jones welcomes Omar H. Rahman, a fellow at ME Council and the editor of Akfar, the council’s online publication providing insights and analysis on current events in the region. Rahman talks about Israel’s evolving strategy in Gaza, and the impact on regional dynamics, from Hamas’ resistance to rising tensions with Lebanon and Iran. He shares insights into how each player’s actions and alliances could shape the trajectory of the conflict, and the...

In the first episode of MEnbar, host Marc Owen Jones welcomes Beverley Milton-Edwards, a non-resident Senior Fellow and the co-author of "Hamas: The Quest for Power". Beverley shares valuable insights into the complex political landscape surrounding Hamas, discussing the organization’s evolving ideology and influence. She offers a nuanced perspective on the War on Gaza, the potential for a ceasefire, and the broader implications for regional dynamics in the Middle East.

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