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The White House Appears to Be Wary of the New Israeli Government (Guest: David Rubin)

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Former Shiloh mayor David Rubin explains his concern for what President Biden and his administration may be doing with their approach. A new report from Axios revealed that, following elections that took place last month, the White House recently held a high-level meeting in an effort to figure out how it wants to approach the new Israeli government. And, for that matter, how it may not be interested in dealing with certain ultranationalist ministers. Following the elections, a … Read more

Israel Election Tuesday: Will Netanyahu Finally Break the Deadlock? (Guest: David Rubin)

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Former Mayor of Shiloh Israel David Rubin is available to provide expert election commentary (in-studio in NYC) Tuesday morning, Tuesday afternoon, and Wednesday early morning. In the Knesset, Israel’s 120 seat parliament, 61 seats are needed to win a majority. Benjamin Netanyahu, who had been Israel’s longest-serving prime minister, is hoping to reach that majority and to return to power with the help of several smaller parties. If he succeeds, he will replace the current … Read more

As the Israel Election Comes Next Tuesday, Many Questions Arise From It – Like Who Will Win and What Change They Will Bring (Guest: David Rubin)

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Former Mayor of Shiloh Israel David Rubin provides his take on what to expect from next week’s election. This coming Tuesday, a very important election will take place in Israel, with a lot of potential to change things forever. There are some that believe that Itamar Ben-Givr will find an opportunity to move closer to power with the election, while others feel that Benjamin Netanyahu, who had been a long-serving prime minister for Israel, could … Read more

Prime Minister Yair Lapid’s Deal With Lebanon Is No Good, According To Opposition Leader Benjamin Netanyahu (Guest: David Rubin)

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Former Mayor of Shiloh and author David Rubin discusses Netanyahu’s comments, and how Lapid’s act is a “surrender to Hezbollah.” A recent report by Israel National News reports that opposition leader Benjamin Netanyahu had a lot to say about Prime Minister Yair Lapid’s recent agreement with Lebanon, which he considers a full “surrender to Hezbollah.” He noted that “under my leadership,” they did “not give in to Nasrallah’s threats – and we did not suffer a war.” … Read more

A Cease Fire Has Taken Place Between Israel and Palestinian Militants – But What Happens Now? (Guest: David Rubin)

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Following three days of bloody attacks that have left dozens killed and others injured, a cease-fire has officially been called between Israel and Palestinian militants, according to reports late in the weekend. The operation began Friday with Israel striking against a leader of the terrorist group Islamic Jihad, and targeted a second leader just a day later. That target, Khaled Mansour, was killed in an airstrike. With this cease-fire, there could be an end to … Read more

Biden’s Trip to Israel and Saudi Arabia Could Make Or Break Him (Guest: David Rubin)

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President Biden’s visit to Israel and Saudi Arabia could make or break him.  His poll numbers are at record lows. If he can get Saudi Arabia to be the ally they claim to be without major contingencies, his polls may rise.  But if he gives away too many concessions to the Saudis, especially if he agrees to go on an apology tour, he might continue his decline. And as for Israel, trust needs to be … Read more

Biden en route to Israel: Public smiles expected, Conflict in private (Guest: David Rubin)

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President Biden’s whirlwind visit to Israel and Saudi Arabia will be filled with expressions of friendship, but behind the scenes, it will not be a picnic for this president who is hoping to shore up his plummeting approval ratings. What are the issues and what can we expect to be the results? Here to discuss is the former Mayor of Shiloh, David Rubin, who is also the author of seven books and founder of Shiloh … Read more

Israeli Prime Minister Bennett Resigns, Calls for New Elections

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Israel’s Governing Coalition has collapsed, with Prime Minister Naftali Bennett resigning and calling for new elections. Once the Israeli Knesset confirms the announcement and schedules new elections, Foreign Minister Yair Lapid will temporarily assume the mantle of leadership under a caretaker government. Here to discuss is the former Mayor of Shiloh, David Rubin, who is also the author of seven books and founder of Shiloh Israel Children’s Fund. Q&A: What led to the stunning fall of Prime … Read more

With Terrorism and Riots Raging, Israeli Coalition Holding On by a Thread (Guest: David Rubin)

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While the world follows the Russian-Ukraine war, another battle is escalating in Israel. Three Israelis died, and another three were severely hurt this week following Israel Independence Day. Eyewitnesses told police that two suspects, believed to be Palestinians, attacked passersby in a park with a knife and an ax. But if you are waiting for Hamas to denounce the attack, don’t hold your breath. They just praised the attack. In recent weeks, this brutal attack followed … Read more

Israel Reacts Over Russia’s Comment “Hitler Had Jewish Blood” (Guest: Sheri Few)

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Israeli officials reacted with fury Monday after Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov accused Ukraine’s Jewish President, Volodymyr Zelensky, of supporting Nazism and asserted that “Hitler also had Jewish blood.” In a statement, Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett said Lavrov’s “words are untrue, and their intentions are wrong.” “The goal of such lies is to accuse the Jews themselves of the most awful crimes in history, which were perpetrated against them, and thereby absolve Israel’s enemies … Read more

Terror Attack at the Western Wall in Jerusalem (Guest: David Rubin)

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Israel is in shock as terrorism has hit one of its holiest sites, the Western Wall in Jerusalem. A young Israeli civilian was killed, and several were seriously wounded in a shooting attack by a Hamas terrorist. On the same day, there were several other terror attacks, although with no serious injuries reported. What is the significance of this attack, and what is the connection to American policy? Here to discuss these questions is David … Read more

SECOND WAVE OF COVID-19: To Shut down (again) or not to Shut Down? Ask Israel.

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David Rubin, former mayor of Shiloh, Israel, available to interview by Zoom, Skype or Phone (local U.S. number that rings through into Israel at no expense) Intro: Initially, Americans rejoiced after being able to head back to bars, beaches and sit-down restaurants again. Unfortunately, that headlong rush to the public square has caused COVID-19 to rear its ugly head again with widespread reports of spikes in infections. But there’s one nation who has handled the … Read more

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