Israel needs strategic buffer zones with hostile territories
An illustrative image of an Israeli flag on top of a map of the Levant region of the Middle East.(photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK) For long-term security, Israel needs strategic depth in…
From Hormuz to the Red Sea: Critical Maritime Flashpoints and What They Mean for U.S. Security
I invite you to watch my latest interview, in which I discuss several critical geopolitical developments in the war against the Iranian regime. I look forward to hearing your thoughts…
From Hegemony to Realignment: A New Middle East Takes Shape
March 27, 2026 Dear MEPIN Readers, I am pleased to share my interview with my friend and colleague, Dalia Ziada, for the Arab Seminar Series of ISCAP. In the six…
Gaza’s Future and Trump’s Muslim Brotherhood Designation: Watch My ILTV Interview
Dear MEPIN Readers, Please watch my ILTV interview, where I discuss the future of Gaza, the realities on the ground, the closing of the Gaza Humanitarian Fund, and President Trump’s…
Watch my interview discussing Gaza negotiations in Cairo, day after plans, and more
October 8, 2025 Dear MEPIN Readers, Watch my latest analysis of the talks in Cairo, where I discuss concerns that Hamas may escalate its demands and enlist the Qataris, Turks,…
Hostages, Hamas, and Cairo Talks: Dr. Mandel Analyzes Israel–Qatar–U.S. Negotiations
Dear MEPIN Readers, With President Trump’s closest negotiators—Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner—now in Cairo alongside Ron Dermer and the Israeli team, the stakes for shaping a Gaza ceasefire and potential…
Why America benefits from Israel’s shift to pre-emption
View into Lebanon from Israeli outpost in the Upper Galilee. Photo by Dr. Eric Mandel. Strikes on Iran, Hezbollah and in Syria have reduced the chance of wider war in…
Watch Dr. Mandel discuss the latest in Gaza, Lebanon, Turkey, Iran, Qatar, Egypt, and more.
Dear MEPIN Readers With the weekend coming, please take the time to find out: Please share your thoughts. Eric PS: The final video of my interview on Iraqi TV this…
Watch Dr. Mandel Discuss the Change in the Middle East since the Trump Inauguration
March 18, 2025 Dear MEPIN Readers, Please watch this comprehensive up-to-the-day analysis of President Trump’s disruptive, unpredictable influence on the Middle East and willingness to use force. Topics range from…
Watch analysis of Rubio’s Middle East trip, Phase 2 of hostage deal, Qatar Emir Visits Iran, Egyptian plan for Gaza, What Would Help Trump Make His Israel Case
Dear MEPIN Readers • Will Israel let Hamas stay in power in exchange for US help targeting Iran’s nuclear facilities? • How will Israel respond to Trump’s desire for a…