The Brief28 Apr 2025

The Complexities of Conflict w/ Fmr. Prime Minister of Israel Ehud Olmert

In this episode of "The Brief," host Jim Clancy has a conversation with Ehud Olmert, the former Prime Minister of Israel, delving into the complexities surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The discussion begins with addressing the pressing issue of hostages in Gaza and the severe restrictions on humanitarian aid. Olmert provides candid insights into the political dynamics currently shaping Israel’s policies, including the stance of Prime Minister Netanyahu and his right-wing allies. The conversation navigates the maze of conflicting ideologies, emphasizing Olmert's belief that the human cost outweighs the potential military gains. Olmert unequivocally opposes the continuation of the confrontation in Gaza and asserts that by all reasonable measures, Hamas has been defeated. In the course of their dialogue, Olmert tackles the fraught topic of a potential ceasefire and the humanitarian responsibilities of the Israeli government. With his extensive experience, he critiques Netanyahu’s approach to dealing with Hamas and outlines his vision for a future beyond the conflict. He reflects on the international implications of Israel's current military strategies and its global image, stressing the importance of humanitarian considerations.

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Under Siege on the West Bank: A Palestinian Documents the Violence and Destruction

In this episode of The Brief Podcast, Mohammad Huraini takes us on a walking tour of his village in the South Hebron Hills. It is part of a community known as Masafer Yatta. It comprises more than a ...

3 Mars 25min

Why Trump's "Board of Peace" Won't Work for Gaza

Sarah Leah Whitson joins Jim Clancy in a discussion of Trump's "Global Board of Peace" and concerns about the state of U.S. Democracy. Whitson is an experienced Human Rights and Democracy advocate wh...

22 Jan 29min

Trump's "Predatory Hegemony" Defines 2025: Prof. Stephen Walt

Harvard Professor and internationally acclaimed realist Stephen Walt looks at the events, personalities and policies that defined a tumultuous year in politics at home and abroad in this edition of Th...

14 Jan 34min

Amb. John D. Feeley on U.S. Troops and "Gunboat Diplomacy"

John Feeley is former U.S. Ambassador to Panama who advised the Trump and Biden administrations on Latin America. He resigned over policy differences during Trump's first term. He had previously serve...

30 Nov 202534min

Pollster Obada Shtaya Reveals What Gazans Really Want

Voices of Gaza: Pollster Obada Shtaya Reveals What Gazans Really Want. The ceasefire agreement produces dramatic changes among Palestinian emotions, attitudes and aspirations. There is resurgence of H...

11 Nov 202537min

A Harsh Deal: Palestinians Grapple with Trump’s Gaza Vision

They would do anything to stop the killing of Palestinians in Gaza. But Palestinian legal experts say the Trump Plan for Gaza will not come close to resolving the Israeli-Palestinian problem. What the...

21 Okt 202543min