Will Trump Let Iran Control Hormuz and Call It a Victory?
Dear MEPIN Readers, As indirect talks begin between Iran and the United States over control of the Strait of Hormuz, the stakes go far beyond another diplomatic agreement with Tehran.…
Strategic Assessment: Iran, Netanyahu’s Trump Visit, and the U.S.-Israel Relationship
Dear MEPIN Readers, On ILTV, Professor Kobi Michael, Senior Researcher at the Institute for National Security Studies (INSS), and I discussed the tactical versus strategic assessment of the Iran front;…
The Supreme Leader’s Funeral, Netanyahu’s Washington Visit, and What’s Next for the MOU
Dear MEPIN Readers, Please watch my latest interview on i24NEWS, where I discuss the key takeaways from the Supreme Leader’s funeral, President Trump’s invitation for Prime Minister Netanyahu to visit…
Is the ceasefire crumbling?
Dear MEPIN Readers, Please watch my ILTV interview, where I discuss how Iran successfully negotiated vague language into the MOU, securing the ability to continue selling oil on the open…
The Missing Piece of the Iran MOU: The Iranian People
Iranian demonstrators gather in a street during a protest over the collapse of the currency’s value, in Tehran, Iran, January 8, 2026. This article originally appeared in Iran International on…
Vance in Geneva: Why Critics Believe the MOU Will Not Transform the Middle East for the Better
Dear MEPIN Readers, Please watch my comprehensive interview examining recent developments in Washington and Geneva regarding the proposed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). Topics discussed include: • Is the MOU “snatching…
Iran’s Only Clear Promise Is Already in Doubt
Dear MEPIN Readers, I was interviewed on Great Britain’s GB News to analyze the Iran MOU, what it addressed and where it fell short. Last week, I warned that Iran…
Why Iran May Be the Biggest Winner: My Latest Interview
Dear MEPIN Readers, This week, I was interviewed by one of Australia’s most recognizable broadcasters and a prominent advocate for Israel. In a wide-ranging discussion, we examined the implications of…
Iran Wants Israel Restrained—And That’s Trump’s Leverage
Iran shoots down a Reaper drone over the Strait of Hormuz and attacks Kuwait. Meanwhile, Tehran halted negotiations, while President Trump is reportedly concerned that any asset relief could be…
Yom HaAtzmaut Interview: The State of American Jewry and the U.S.–Israel Relationship
April 23, 2026 Dear MEPIN Readers, Israel has just marked its third Yom HaAtzmaut since October 7. In that time, both the country and its people have undergone profound change,…