Events

Bahrain and Israel Announce Normalization of Diplomatic Relations Briefing By Former Head of Intelligence and Foreign Operations Division in the Mossad Haim Tomer

Last night US president Donald Trump announced that Israel and Bahrain have agreed to establish full diplomatic relations. Ex-Mossad official, Mr. Haim Tomer, will discuss the historic development and its significance. Mr. Haim Tomer is Former Head of both the Intelligence and Foreign Operations Division and “Tevel” Division (intelligence cooperation and diplomacy) in the Mossad.

Combating COVID-19: Will Curfews and New Restrictions Work? With Former DG of the Israeli MoH Prof. Arnon Afek

Over 3,000 New COVID-19 Cases in 24 Hours: Is a National Lockdown Inevitable? With Prof. Ora Paltiel

With a record number of confirmed coronavirus cases, new restrictions and even a second national lockdown are now on the coronavirus cabinet’s agenda. Prof. Ora Paltiel will discuss the latest developments, the expected restrictions and the possibility of a lockdown being imposed during the holiday season. Ora Paltiel is a professor at the Braun School of Public Health and Department […]

Political Roundup With Dr. Chaim Weizmann

Following endless skirmishes surrounding Israel’s budget and future political appointments, a compromise was finally reached and the threat of a fourth round of elections in less than 20 months has been removed, for now. Dr. Chaim B. Weizmann, of the Lauder School of Government, Diplomacy & Strategy, IDC Herzliya, will discuss the latest developments, their significance for […]

US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo Visits Israel: Is Another Peace Deal in the Works? Analysis by Prof. Eytan Gilboa

US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo is set to arrive in Israel today. Prof. Eytan Gilboa will discuss the possible reasons for this visit by America’s top diplomat, and its possible ramifications for the region. Eytan Gilboa is the Director of the Center for international communications and a senior research associate at the Begin-Sadat Center for Strategic […]

Israel-UAE Agreement: Start of a Domino Effect? With Dr. Nachum Shiloh

In a historic move, Israel and the UAE have agreed to normalize relations. Which countries around the Middle East could be next? How will this agreement affect Israel’s relationships with the moderate Arab Sunni world? Middle East and Gulf States experts Dr. Nachum Shiloh will discuss the possibilities and conditions necessary for other countries to follow the UAE’s […]

Historic Deal Reached Between Israel and UAE Briefing By Dr. Yoel Guzansky

Hamas Resumes Incendiary Balloon Attacks: Strategic Briefing By Brig. Gen. (Ret.) Shlomo Brom

Does Seth Rogen Symbolize the End of Israel’s Relations With the Diaspora? Panel With Dan Diker and Avi Mayer

High Alert Along Israel’s Borders: Where Is This Leading? Analysis by Brig. Gen. (Res.) Assaf Orion

Following last night’s security incidents along Israel’s borders with Syria and the Gaza Strip, the IDF has been put on high alert. What’s going on? Was the attempt to plant explosives near the security fence between Israel and Syria connected to Hezbollah’s promise to retaliate? Is Israel headed towards an escalation in the south? Brig. Gen. […]