Netanyahu leads but lacks majority; Arab parties win record Knesset seats TV7 Israel News - 28 Oct.
1) Incumbent Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu retains the largest party and political bloc – yet fails to achieve a necessary Parliamentary majority.
2) Israel’s Arab parties have secured the highest number of mandates since the inception of the Jewish State.
3) Israeli President Isaac Herzog urges all political factions in Israel to act responsibly – to avoid forcing the country into another election.
Shin Bet probes alleged Qatar meddling; Bessent: Iran can't pay its troops TV7 Israel News - 29 Oct.
1) The Israel Security Agency (Shin Bet) has launched an investigation into Qatari interference in Israel’s elections – an allegation Qatar naturally denies. 2) Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar says the election outcome demands creativity to avoid another round of elections. 3) U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says the Ayatollah regime is unable to pay…
Turkey's Expanding Ambitions, Maritime Conflicts & Israel’s National Security
Welcome back to TV7 Middle East Review, broadcasting from Jerusalem. In this edition, Ambassador Danny Ayalon and former Deputy National Security Advisor Dr. (Col. Res.) Eran Lerman examine critical geopolitical power plays reshaping the Middle East and Mediterranean. 00:00 - Introduction & Regional Overview 00:40 - Escalating Houthi Threats & Red Sea Shipping Bottlenecks 02:00…
Netanyahu leads but lacks majority; Arab parties win record Knesset seats TV7 Israel News - 28 Oct.
1) Incumbent Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu retains the largest party and political bloc – yet fails to achieve a necessary Parliamentary majority. 2) Israel’s Arab parties have secured the highest number of mandates since the inception of the Jewish State. 3) Israeli President Isaac Herzog urges all political factions in Israel to act responsibly –…
Israel Election Shock: Netanyahu Leads, But Can He Form a Government?
Israel has voted — but who will govern? Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud has emerged as the largest party, yet the path to forming Israel's next government remains uncertain. With Gadi Eisenkot and the opposition facing difficult coalition choices, could the Arab parties hold the key to breaking the political deadlock? In this episode of Jerusalem Studio,…
Israel votes amid record turnout; Diplomatic efforts with Iran falter - TV7 Israel News - 27 Oct.
1) Polling stations open across Israel – with record turnout of voters recorded throughout the day. 2) President Donald Trump dubs the ceasefire with Iran – a waste of time. 3) Efforts to convince the Ayatollah regime to engage diplomatically in good faith continue to falter. Support @tv7israelnews - https://tv7israelnews.com/donate/ Listen to TV7 Israel News…
Is the World Entering a Perfect Storm? | Former Israeli Security Advisor
Is the Western world facing a crisis unlike anything seen in decades? From political instability in Europe to the rise of radical movements, economic rivalries and the growing influence of Russia, China and Iran, the global order is facing mounting pressure. In this edition of TV7 Editor's Note, host Jonathan Hessen welcomes Dr. Uzi Arad,…
1) Israeli President Isaac Herzog, ahead of tomorrow’s Parliamentary elections, emphasizes foreign endorsements will not sway his decision making about granting the mandate to the contender most viable to compose a coalition. 2) Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan, hold a meeting with Iran’s Supreme National Security Council in Tehran. 3) Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reiterates…
Netanyahu or Eisenkot? What's Really at Stake in Israel's Election
Israel faces a pivotal election, but will a change in leadership bring a change in the country's security policies? As Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former IDF Chief of Staff Gadi Eisenkot emerge as the leading contenders discussed in Israel's political landscape, the country faces difficult questions about coalition politics, national security and its future…
2 IDF troops killed in terror attack; 7 Christians killed in church attack TV7 Israel News - 23 Oct.
1) A deadly terror attack by armed Palestinian terrorists plagued the Judea Junction area, on route 35, in which two IDF soldiers were killed and three others sustained wounds, before IDF troops eliminated the terrorists. 2) Turkey hosts a Foreign Ministerial summit on the Middle East; top diplomats from Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Italy, Germany,…
As tensions peak across the Middle East, European and American diplomats are being evacuated from key Gulf nations signaling the growing potential for high intensity regional conflict. In this daily update, host Jonathan Hessen opens with the latest security developments, including the deadly terror attack at the Jordan Junction near Hebron. He is then joined…
Israel warns Iran: Tehran will burn; Egypt rules out strikes on Houthis TV7 Israel News - 22 Oct.
1) Jerusalem’s top defense official warns Iran that if it attacks Israel – Tehran will burn. 2) Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says he and President Trump see eye-to-eye about the need to complete the job in Iran. 3) Egypt will not join offensive operations against the Houthis in Yemen. Support @tv7israelnews - https://tv7israelnews.com/donate/ Listen to…
In this episode of TV7 Israel's daily news update, Jonathan Hessen In this episode of TV7 Israel's daily news update, breaks down the latest high-stakes developments regarding the Islamic Republic of Iran, surging proxy threats, and changing regional dynamics. Joined by national security experts Dr. Rafael Bardaji and former Mossad counterterrorism division head Oded Eilam…
Trump to decide soon on Iran war; UK deploys RAF jets to defend Saudis TV7 Israel News - 21 Oct.
1) President Donald Trump emphasizes he intends to decide soon on his approach – aimed at concluding the war with Iran. 2) Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reiterates his resolve to realize the collapse of the Ayatollah regime in Iran. 3) The United Kingdom announces it will deploy RAF aircraft to defend Saudi skies. Support @tv7israelnews…
Israel Prepares for the Next War: A New Military Strategy?
Israel is reshaping its national defense strategy after the lessons of October 7 and years of regional conflict. But does this new doctrine signal the end of containment and a shift toward preemptive military action? In this episode of Jerusalem Studio, host Jonathan Hessen examines Israel's evolving security doctrine, the growing threats posed by Iran…
Netanyahu calls for Iran regime's fall; Iran says ready for war with US, Israel TV7 Israel - 20 Oct.
1) Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu asserts ‘the fall of the ayatollah regime must happen to complete a desired change for the Middle East.’ 2) Moscow seeks to insert itself as a broker in talks with the United States. 3) The Ayatollah regime in Iran insists it is ready for conflict with the United States and…
As the US-led economic chokehold on Iran drives inflation north of 90% and cripples the regime's hard currency reserves, what comes next? In this edition from Jerusalem Studio, host Jonathan is joined by former Assistant Secretary of State Marshall Billingsley and TV7 Editor-at-Large Mr. Ogan to dissect the high-stakes campaign against Tehran. Discover expert insights…
Trump endorses Netanyahu ahead of vote; Germany warns Iran over threats to Europe TV7 Israel 19 Oct.
1) with less than nine days to Israel’s parliamentary elections – President Donald Trump announces his endorsement for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. 2) Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi notes IRGC attacks on the Strait of Hormuz will continue until the United States succumbed to Tehran’s demands. 3) Germany warns Iran against its growing attempts to…
escalating geopolitical crisis in the Middle East.
Is the Iranian regime facing inevitable collapse? In this episode of TV7 from Jerusalem, host Jonathan Hudson sits down with retired Colonel Joel Rayburn former NSC Senior Director for the Middle East and North Africa and Senior Fellow at the Hudson Institute to break down the escalating geopolitical crisis in the Middle East. They analyze…
Israel warns of devastating retaliation; MI5: Russia, Iran threats quadrupled TV7Israel News 16 Oct.
1) Israel warns any attempt to harm the state of Israel will face devastating consequences. 2) Britain’s MI5 Director General confirms threats from Russia and Iran have quadrupled in 2026. 3) The Iranian-backed Houthis pledge to escalate attacks against the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Support @tv7israelnews - https://tv7israelnews.com/donate/ Listen to TV7 Israel News latest War…
escalating security threats across the Middle East
Welcome to TV7 Israel Update with Jonathan Hasson, broadcasting live from Jerusalem. In this comprehensive edition, we break down the escalating security threats across the Middle East with our distinguished guests: retired U.S. Colonel Abbas Haider (former military attaché and senior State Department and CENTCOM advisor) and Mr. Abdullah Al-Arian, Senior Research Fellow at the…
Colombia opens embassy in Jerusalem; Herzog hopes for regional peace TV7 Israel News - 15 Oct.
1) Colombia inaugurates its embassy in Israel’s capital, Jerusalem. 2) Israeli President Isaac Herzog asserts Jerusalem’s hopes for peace with Lebanon, Syria, and the Palestinians. 3) Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu & Defense Minister Yisrael Katz warn Israel’s enemies while touring Israel’s eastern border. Support @tv7israelnews - https://tv7israelnews.com/donate/ Listen to TV7 Israel News latest War updates…
Jonathan Hasson presents the latest TV7 Israel News updates, focusing on Israeli President Yitzhak Herzog's diplomatic visit to Baku for the Conference of Cooperation between Asian Nations. This edition analyzes high-stakes regional developments, including shifting diplomatic alignments, Iran's regional strategy under mounting international pressure, and the ongoing conflict in Yemen involving the Saudi-led coalition and…
Israel warns Iran not to test resolve; CENTCOM: 19M barrels transit Hormuz TV7 Israel News 14 Oct.
1) Israel warns the Ayatollah regime in Iran not to test its resolve. 2) President Donald Trump says he has “had it” with the Islamic republic – and that it would soon face the consequences. 3) Despite Iranian claims to maintain control over the strait of Hormuz – CENTCOM announces the transit of 19 million…
Israel vs Turkey: Is a Military Confrontation Inevitable?
Could Turkey become Israel’s next major strategic threat? As President Recep Tayyip Erdogan expands Ankara’s influence across the Middle East, questions are growing over Turkey’s military ambitions, its relationship with Iran, and its increasingly hostile rhetoric toward Israel. In this episode of Jerusalem Studio, our panel examines Turkey’s ambitions in Syria, its growing regional influence,…
War ordnance kills teen, wounds 24; EU to expand Red Sea naval operation - TV7 Israel News 13Oct26
1) One 14-year-old child was killed, and twenty-four others wounded on a school trip in northern Israel, that after unexploded ordnance from the war detonated. 2) Britain acknowledges Iran was behind the attempted attack on British Royal Air Bases, earlier this month. 3) The European Union aims to expand its naval operation in the Red…
The History of the Saudi-Houthi Conflict & US Policy Shifts
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Israel mourns Saudi airport attack Trump eases Russian diesel sanctions TV7 Israel News - 12 Oct.
1) Israel relays its sincere condolences to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia over the deadly terror attack by the Iranian-proxy Ansarallah, which is dominated by the Houthi tribe, against King Khalid International airport in the capital Riyadh. 2) President Donald Trump announces his decision to exempt Russian diesel fuel exports from sanctions for a temporary…
U.S. Pressure, Economic Suffocation, and Iran’s Nuclear Dilemma
In this edition of TV7, Jonathan Hessen is joined by Brig. Gen. (Res.) Yaakov Nagel, former National Security Advisor to Israel and Senior Fellow at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD). Together, they dive deep into the escalating tensions in the Middle East, analyzing the Iranian regime's nuclear posture, behind-the-scenes US diplomatic maneuvers, and…
Trump rules out Iran strikes before vote; EU weighs Lebanon security mission TV7 Israel News 09 Oct.
1) President Donald Trump asserts the United States will not resume high-intensity military operations against the Islamic Republic of Iran before the American Midterm elections, scheduled for early next month. 2) Russian President Vladimir Putin offers Tehran support in reaching a deal with Washington to end the conflict in Iran. 3) EU Foreign Policy Chief…
Trump Pauses Iran Strike Before Midterms: What Happens Next?
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Trump reportedly weighs Iran offensive; Israel ends UK consulate operations TV7 Israel News 08 Oct.
1) President Donald Trump is reportedly considering launching a high-intensity operation against the Ayatollah regime in Iran – before the mid-term elections. 2) Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan pushes back on reports claiming Turkey would join Saudi Arabia in offensive operations against the Houthis in Yemen. 3) Israel announces the end of operations at the…
Trump vs. Iran Nuclear Program, Houthis & Red Sea Crisis
In this edition of TV7 Daily News, host Jonathan Hessen leads a strategic panel discussion on the accelerating geopolitical and economic pressures facing the Islamic Republic of Iran. As President Donald Trump applies maximum pressure combining economic blockades, targeted CENTCOM strikes, and financial sanctions the Iranian regime finds itself cornered. We analyze whether Washington is…
Israel warns enemies not to test resolve; Mecca Pact activated - TV7 Israel News - 07 Oct.
1) Jerusalem warns its enemies not to test its resolve – amid simmering tensions that may boil-over – ahead of Israel’s looming parliamentary elections scheduled for October 27th. 2) President Donald Trump emphasizes his determination to achieve victory in the war against the Ayatollah regime in Iran. 3) Turkey, Pakistan, and the Kingdom of Saudi…
Iran at the Breaking Point: Is Victory Finally Within Reach?
Is the U.S. finally closing in on a decisive outcome against Iran — or is the conflict heading toward another prolonged phase? With Iran under intense economic and military pressure, Jerusalem Studio examines what “victory” would actually mean for Washington, whether Tehran’s nuclear capabilities remain a major threat, and how far diplomacy or military force…
Israel marks 3 years since October 7; Trump open to direct talks with Iran TV7 Israel News 06 Oct.
1) Israel commemorated three years since the October 7 massacre. 2) Trump says he is open to direct negotiations with Iran. 3) Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reiterates to the Israeli public: The war is not over. Support @tv7israelnews - https://tv7israelnews.com/donate/ Listen to TV7 Israel News latest War updates also on our podcast https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tv7-israel-news You…
Why is the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia one of the wealthiest nations in the world, struggling to defend its borders against Houthi fighters in Yemen? In this episode of TV7’s Jerusalem Studio, guest host Reuben Ben Shalom sits down with Amir Oren to unpack the escalating conflict between Saudi Arabia and the Houthis. They analyze…
Israel remembers October 7 victims; Trump vows to end Iran war - TV7 Israel News - 5 Oct.
Ø 1) Israel marks a day of remembrance for the victims of the atrocities that were committed by the Islamist Hamas terror organization against its southern communities on October 7, 2023. Ø 2) Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu asserts Israel’s resolve to bolster its Naval capabilities – to face off any threat to Israel’s maritime security…
Saudi Arabia Rethinks Its Alliances — Is Israel Back in the Equation?
Saudi Arabia is reassessing its regional strategy as renewed fighting in Yemen, Houthi threats and shifting alliances expose the limits of its traditional partnerships. In this edition of TV7 Editor’s Note, Jonathan Hessen is joined by Col. (Ret.) Dr. Eran Lerman, former Deputy National Security Advisor to Israel, to examine Riyadh’s relations with the United…
Trump, China & Iran: Is the Middle East Entering a New Power Struggle?
The global balance of power is shifting — and the Middle East is increasingly caught at the center. In this edition of TV7 Powers in Play, Jonathan Hessen and a panel of Israeli security and strategic experts examine the evolving competition between the United States and China, Beijing’s calculations regarding Iran and Taiwan, Russia’s position…
Trump: Iran deal or strikes coming soon; UK: Iran linked to RAF terror plot TV7 Israel News 1 Oct.
1) President Donald Trump says “the time is coming” either the U.S. will bomb the Ayatollah regime or make a deal – either way – it will end very soon. 2) British Prime Minister Andy Burnham confirms Iran was part of the terror plot at RAF airbase in Fairford. 3) Prime Minister Narendra Modi praises…
Will Iran Collapse Before the US & Israeli Elections?
In this episode, former Israeli Ambassador Danny Ayalon is joined by Colonel (Res.) Intelligence Professor Dr. Eran Lerman to analyze the shifting geopolitical landscape across the Middle East. From the economic squeeze on Iran and potential US/Israeli election outcomes to high stakes defense intelligence, the Abraham Accords, and ground updates in Gaza and Lebanon we…
Israelis foil hijacking on Dubai flight; Iran warns US and regional allies TV7 Israel News 30 Sept.
1) A group of Israelis manage to overpower an Omani terrorist onboard a flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv – preventing a catastrophic hijacking attempt. 2) Exports of crude oil from Arab Gulf Nations has exceeded pre-war levels. 3) The Islamic Republic of Iran threatens the United States and its regional allies and partners against…
As the Israeli Navy welcomes the "Drakon" (Dragon) its newest and most potent submarine, Israel faces a rapidly evolving set of maritime security challenges. From Houthi attacks near Bab-el-Mandeb to Iran's regional power projection and Turkey’s expanding "Blue Homeland" (Mavi Vatan) ambitions, the battle for control over critical sea lanes is escalating. In this episode…
Netanyahu visits UAE for Arab summit; Trump rejects Iran proposal TV7 Israel News - 29 Sept.
1) Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has visited the United Arab Emirates – during which a meeting that included some ten Arab countries, including the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, was reportedly held. 2) President Donald Trump rejects a proposal by the Ayatollah Regime in Iran. 3) Oil exports from the Persian Gulf have reached 93.7 percent…
In this edition of TV7 Editor's Note, host Jonathan Hessen is joined by Dr. Eyal Hulata former Israeli National Security Advisor, ex-Mossad Division Chief, and Senior Fellow at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD). Together, they break down the high stakes geopolitical dynamics currently reshaping the Middle East 00:00 - Introduction: Indirect US-Iran Negotiations…
Trump’s Iran Decision After the Midterms: Deal or Escalation?
What will President Trump decide on Iran after the U.S. midterm elections? A new deal or renewed military action? In this edition of TV7 Editor’s Note, Jonathan Hessen & Dr. Rafael Bardaji, CEO Worldwide Strategy & former Spanish National Security Advisor, examine the growing geopolitical pressures surrounding Iran and the choices facing Washington, before widening…
What Is Israel’s Next Move as Iran Faces Growing U.S. Pressure?
Will President Trump pursue a deal with Iran — or could the confrontation move back toward military escalation? As Washington maintains intense economic and military pressure on Tehran, Jerusalem Studio examines the choices facing the United States, Iran and Israel — and whether negotiations can still produce an agreement before the conflict enters a new…
Herzog urges leaders to keep moral compass; Rubio: Iran misjudges US resolve TV7Israel News 24 Sept.
1) Israeli Ambassador to the U.S. Yechiel Leiter makes a call for prayer – after his son Neria Leiter – suffered severe injuries in yet another Palestinian terror attack near the central city of Modiin. 2) Israeli President Isaac Herzog calls on world leaders not to lose their moral compass amid growing anti-Israel rhetoric. 3)…
