Israel between war and politics | feat. Nadav Eyal

FDD Morning Brief · Aug 5, 2026 · 27m

Headlines:

Syria reportedly agreed to decrease its Russian oil imports.

The International Monetary Fund, or “IMF,” announced a new technical assistance program for the country after wrapping up a visit there late last month.

A seventh round of talks between Israel and Lebanon kicked off yesterday in Rome.

An Indian-flagged ship was struck by a projectile off the coast of Yemen yesterday.

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FDD Executive Director Jon Schanzer provides timely situational updates and analysis, followed by a conversation with Nadav Eyal, columnist for the Israeli outlet Yedioth Ahronoth.

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