The Benjamin Anthony Show from the MirYam Institute

In this episode, I open the show with a monologue aimed directly at the moral bankruptcy of Britain's Jewish Foreign Minister, Ed Miliband, following Miliband's unveiling of British-led, international sanctions against Judea & Samaria. Thereafter, I am joined by MirYam's In-House Analyst, Yaakov Lappin, and together we analyze: · UK Sanctions: Scope of the measures targeting Judea and Samaria. · Ed Miliband: Political motivations behind London’s policy shift. · Israel's Response: Closing the UK's Jerusalem consulate. Support the show The MirYam Institute. Israel's Future in Israel's Hands. Subscribe to our podcast: https://podfollow.com/1493910771 Follow The MirYam Institute X: https://bit.ly/3jkeUyx Follow Benjamin Anthony X: https://bit.ly/3hZeOe9 Like Benjamin Anthony Facebook: https://bit.ly/333Ct93 Like The MirYam Institute Facebook: https://bit.ly/2SarHI3 Follow Benjamin Anthony Instagram: https://bit.ly/30m6uPG Follow The MirYam Institute Instagram: https://bit.ly/3l5fvED

In this episode, I’m joined by In-House Analyst Yaakov Lappin. Together, we examine: Israel's extraction of senior Hamas commander Muein al-Arabid Recent U.S. precision strikes in Iran Sarah Netanyahu’s allegations against 'Democrats' party leader, Yair Golan, a former deputy Chief of the IDF. Support the show The MirYam Institute. Israel's Future in Israel's Hands. Subscribe to our podcast: https://podfollow.com/1493910771 Follow The MirYam Institute X: https://bit.ly/3jkeUyx Follow Benjamin Anthony X: https://bit.ly/3hZeOe9 Like Benjamin Anthony Facebook: https://bit.ly/333Ct93 Like The MirYam Institute Facebook: https://bit.ly/2SarHI3 Follow Benjamin Anthony Instagram: https://bit.ly/30m6uPG Follow The MirYam Institute Instagram: https://bit.ly/3l5fvED

In this briefing, The MirYam Institute’s In-House Analysts Yaakov Lappin and Ruth Wasserman-Lande evaluate: Israel’s airstrike on Turkish military assets in Syria. President Erdogan’s neo-Ottoman ambitions, and the strategic imperative to counter Ankara-backed jihadist threats. Egypt’s dual policy toward Hamas, cross-border security challenges, and Cairo's refusal to join the Turkish-Saudi-Pakistani "Mecca Agreement". Support the show The MirYam Institute. Israel's Future in Israel's Hands. Subscribe to our podcast: https://podfollow.com/1493910771 Follow The MirYam Institute X: https://bit.ly/3jkeUyx Follow Benjamin Anthony X: https://bit.ly/3hZeOe9 Like Benjamin Anthony Facebook: https://bit.ly/333Ct93 Like The MirYam Institute Facebook: https://bit.ly/2SarHI3 Follow Benjamin Anthony Instagram: https://bit.ly/30m6uPG Follow The MirYam Institute Instagram: https://bit.ly/3l5fvED

In this briefing, Yaakov Lappin, In-House Analyst at The MirYam Institute, details rising U.S.-Israel friction over Gaza’s future following Jared Kushner’s meetings with Hamas in Cairo and Netanyahu in Jerusalem. He warns that Hamas’s proposal to store, rather than destroy, its weapons is merely a stall tactic. Regarding Lebanon, Lappin notes the Lebanese Armed Forces’ failure to disarm Hezbollah and highlights IAF strikes near Ali Tahir Ridge, stressing that Israel must retain long-term military control of border buffer zones. Support the show The MirYam Institute. Israel's Future in Israel's Hands. Subscribe to our podcast: https://podfollow.com/1493910771 Follow The MirYam Institute X: https://bit.ly/3jkeUyx Follow Benjamin Anthony X: https://bit.ly/3hZeOe9 Like Benjamin Anthony Facebook: https://bit.ly/333Ct93 Like The MirYam Institute Facebook: https://bit.ly/2SarHI3 Follow Benjamin Anthony Instagram: https://bit.ly/30m6uPG Follow The MirYam Institute Instagram: https://bit.ly/3l5fvED

In this lively situational briefing, I sit down with John Spencer, Senior Analyst at The MirYam Institute. Returning from fact-finding trips to Gaza and southern Lebanon, John outlines his reasons for optimism and for concern regarding the "Board of Peace" proposal for Hamas disarmament, highlighting the importance of US verification, civil governance, and phased decommissioning. I counter with resolute pushback rooted in Israeli security realities and priorities —dismissing unproven acronyms, rejecting Palestinian statehood, and arguing against the fallacy of Jihadist groups disarming. Together, we debate international stabilization forces, Saudi normalization demands, Egyptian culpability for October 7th, and requirements for long-term regional security. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ## Resources Mentioned Pre-order John Spencer's new book "Twent Times I Almost Died" via the link below: https://www.amazon.com/Twenty-Times-Almost-Died-Survival/dp/B0GFX5TQLK Support the show The MirYam Institute. Israel's Future in Israel's Hands. Subscribe to our podcast: https://podfollow.com/1493910771 Follow The MirYam Institute X: https://bit.ly/3jkeUyx Follow Benjamin Anthony X: https://bit.ly/3hZeOe9 Like Benjamin Anthony Facebook: https://bit.ly/333Ct93 Like The MirYam Institute Facebook: https://bit.ly/2SarHI3 Follow Benjamin Anthony Instagram: https://bit.ly/30m6uPG Follow The MirYam Institute Instagram: https://bit.ly/3l5fvED

In this situational briefing, I am joined by MirYam Institute analyst, former MK and Deputy Ambassador to Egypt, Ruth Wasserman-Lande Together, we assess Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s visit to Washington, D.C., including U.S.-Israeli alignment on Iran and the ongoing challenges in Gaza and Judea & Samaria. Additionally, we address the broader regional geopolitical shifts, including Turkish regional influence, Saudi nuclear ambitions, and normalization agreements. Support the show The MirYam Institute. Israel's Future in Israel's Hands. Subscribe to our podcast: https://podfollow.com/1493910771 Follow The MirYam Institute X: https://bit.ly/3jkeUyx Follow Benjamin Anthony X: https://bit.ly/3hZeOe9 Like Benjamin Anthony Facebook: https://bit.ly/333Ct93 Like The MirYam Institute Facebook: https://bit.ly/2SarHI3 Follow Benjamin Anthony Instagram: https://bit.ly/30m6uPG Follow The MirYam Institute Instagram: https://bit.ly/3l5fvED

In this situational briefing, MirYam's In-House Analyst, Yaakov Lappin, provides an overview of the following security challenges: Iran & Strait of Hormuz: Assesses U.S. coastal strikes and urges the prioritization of a naval blockade over diplomacy. Pickaxe Mountain: Details centrifuges inside Iran's subterranean site and describes the utility of inspections or military action. Lebanon Pilot Program: Outlines skepticism surrounding the Lebanese armed forces’ ability to dismantle Hezbollah in southern test zones. Gaza Control: Highlights IDF control over 60% of Gaza and ongoing targeted eliminations. Support the show The MirYam Institute. Israel's Future in Israel's Hands. Subscribe to our podcast: https://podfollow.com/1493910771 Follow The MirYam Institute X: https://bit.ly/3jkeUyx Follow Benjamin Anthony X: https://bit.ly/3hZeOe9 Like Benjamin Anthony Facebook: https://bit.ly/333Ct93 Like The MirYam Institute Facebook: https://bit.ly/2SarHI3 Follow Benjamin Anthony Instagram: https://bit.ly/30m6uPG Follow The MirYam Institute Instagram: https://bit.ly/3l5fvED

In this situational briefing, MirYam's In-House Analyst Yaakov Lappin outlines three security priorities for Israel: US-Iran Gulf Conflict: As the MoU lies in tatters and Iran and the U.S. trade strikes, what are the red lines that Israel must declare and strictly enforce. Lebanon Pilot Program: A US-brokered test calls for the deployment of the Lebanese Armed Forces (L.A.F.) in southern Lebanon with a view to keeping the area clear of Hezbollah. But can L.A.F. be depended on to do that? IDF Personnel Crisis: Severe troop shortages have prompted societal and military demands for the government to enlist ultra-Orthodox Israelis into the Israel Defense Forces. This is coupled with a written alert from the IDF Chief of Staff warning of the dangers of any legislation that seeks to exempt the ultra-religious from military service. Support the show The MirYam Institute. Israel's Future in Israel's Hands. Subscribe to our podcast: https://podfollow.com/1493910771 Follow The MirYam Institute X: https://bit.ly/3jkeUyx Follow Benjamin Anthony X: https://bit.ly/3hZeOe9 Like Benjamin Anthony Facebook: https://bit.ly/333Ct93 Like The MirYam Institute Facebook: https://bit.ly/2SarHI3 Follow Benjamin Anthony Instagram: https://bit.ly/30m6uPG Follow The MirYam Institute Instagram: https://bit.ly/3l5fvED

In this situational briefing, John Spencer, Senior Analyst at The Miryam Institute, critiques the 14-point US-Iran MOU, arguing the diplomatic pivot squanders critical military leverage. He also breaks down Israel's defensive operations in southern Lebanon, explaining why regional appeasement has completely failed. Support the show The MirYam Institute. Israel's Future in Israel's Hands. Subscribe to our podcast: https://podfollow.com/1493910771 Follow The MirYam Institute X: https://bit.ly/3jkeUyx Follow Benjamin Anthony X: https://bit.ly/3hZeOe9 Like Benjamin Anthony Facebook: https://bit.ly/333Ct93 Like The MirYam Institute Facebook: https://bit.ly/2SarHI3 Follow Benjamin Anthony Instagram: https://bit.ly/30m6uPG Follow The MirYam Institute Instagram: https://bit.ly/3l5fvED

In this situational briefing, Yaakov Lappin explains why Israel is entering the period of the newly announced US-Iran Memorandum of Understanding from a major position of strength, and why Jerusalem will not be bound by any agreement that ignores its core security needs. Despite the hazy details emerging ahead of Friday's formal signing in Switzerland, one thing is clear: Israel's new security doctrine of proactively dismantling threats and holding territory for as long as needed is here to stay. Lappin breaks down what this MOU could mean for the region and underscores why flawed diplomacy must not push the public into a state of doom and gloom. Support the show The MirYam Institute. Israel's Future in Israel's Hands. Subscribe to our podcast: https://podfollow.com/1493910771 Follow The MirYam Institute X: https://bit.ly/3jkeUyx Follow Benjamin Anthony X: https://bit.ly/3hZeOe9 Like Benjamin Anthony Facebook: https://bit.ly/333Ct93 Like The MirYam Institute Facebook: https://bit.ly/2SarHI3 Follow Benjamin Anthony Instagram: https://bit.ly/30m6uPG Follow The MirYam Institute Instagram: https://bit.ly/3l5fvED

In this situational briefing, Yaakov Lappin, analyzes the highly dramatic events of the past 24 hours in the Middle East. Recently, the Iranian-led Shiite jihadist axis has attempted to bully Israel into accepting new operational "equations" - formulas designed to dictate the boundaries of military action. This extortion attempt stems from the fact that Hezbollah, Iran's flagship proxy in Lebanon, has been severely degraded. Israel fired back against this Iranian extortion attempt. As such, Israel successfully reestablished its strategic independence. Support the show The MirYam Institute. Israel's Future in Israel's Hands. Subscribe to our podcast: https://podfollow.com/1493910771 Follow The MirYam Institute X: https://bit.ly/3jkeUyx Follow Benjamin Anthony X: https://bit.ly/3hZeOe9 Like Benjamin Anthony Facebook: https://bit.ly/333Ct93 Like The MirYam Institute Facebook: https://bit.ly/2SarHI3 Follow Benjamin Anthony Instagram: https://bit.ly/30m6uPG Follow The MirYam Institute Instagram: https://bit.ly/3l5fvED

In this situational briefing, I sit down with John Spencer, Senior Analyst at The MirYam Institute. We analyze recent US naval engagements in the Strait of Hormuz amid the Operation Epic Fury ceasefire, the shifting military dynamics involving Hezbollah in Lebanon, and the broader geopolitical pressures surrounding Iran's nuclear program. Finally, we debate Gaza's strategic future, contrasting a proposed population relocation to the Sinai Peninsula with the absolute isolation and demilitarization of Hamas. Support the show The MirYam Institute. Israel's Future in Israel's Hands. Subscribe to our podcast: https://podfollow.com/1493910771 Follow The MirYam Institute X: https://bit.ly/3jkeUyx Follow Benjamin Anthony X: https://bit.ly/3hZeOe9 Like Benjamin Anthony Facebook: https://bit.ly/333Ct93 Like The MirYam Institute Facebook: https://bit.ly/2SarHI3 Follow Benjamin Anthony Instagram: https://bit.ly/30m6uPG Follow The MirYam Institute Instagram: https://bit.ly/3l5fvED

In this situational briefing, I am joined by Ruth Wasserman-Lande, In-House Analyst at The MirYam Institute. Together, we assess the likelihood of a return to military hostilities against the Iranian regime. Additionally, we address the critical importance of Israeli freedom of action against proximate, clear and acute security threats. Support the show The MirYam Institute. Israel's Future in Israel's Hands. Subscribe to our podcast: https://podfollow.com/1493910771 Follow The MirYam Institute X: https://bit.ly/3jkeUyx Follow Benjamin Anthony X: https://bit.ly/3hZeOe9 Like Benjamin Anthony Facebook: https://bit.ly/333Ct93 Like The MirYam Institute Facebook: https://bit.ly/2SarHI3 Follow Benjamin Anthony Instagram: https://bit.ly/30m6uPG Follow The MirYam Institute Instagram: https://bit.ly/3l5fvED

In this situational briefing, Yaakov Lappin, In-House Analyst at The MirYam Institute, explains the paradox of Israel’s growing strategic strength amidst a deteriorating global information war. Over the past 30 months, Israel has achieved historic strategic victories, working with the U.S. to systematically decimate the Iranian axis—including its nuclear programs, Hamas, and Hezbollah. By operationalizing new defense alliances, Israel now serves as a regional "insurance policy" for Gulf states against Iranian fundamentalism. However, Israel is simultaneously losing the global information battle because jihadist adversaries deliberately embed their rocket launchers and invasion bases inside hospitals, schools, and residential areas to manipulate the international narrative. Support the show The MirYam Institute. Israel's Future in Israel's Hands. Subscribe to our podcast: https://podfollow.com/1493910771 Follow The MirYam Institute X: https://bit.ly/3jkeUyx Follow Benjamin Anthony X: https://bit.ly/3hZeOe9 Like Benjamin Anthony Facebook: https://bit.ly/333Ct93 Like The MirYam Institute Facebook: https://bit.ly/2SarHI3 Follow Benjamin Anthony Instagram: https://bit.ly/30m6uPG Follow The MirYam Institute Instagram: https://bit.ly/3l5fvED

In this situational briefing, I sit down with John Spencer, Senior Analyst at The MirYam Institute. Recorded on April 21, 2026, as Israel celebrates its Independence Day, we examine whether the nation is strategically safer today than it was before October 7, 2023. In his exclusive op-ed, Spencer explains why Israel has reached a stronger strategic standing: Replacing "rocket diplomacy" and containment with a decisive offensive doctrine. Dismantling the Iranian "ring of fire" and degrading proxies on every front. Achieving "peer contributor" status through deep integration with the U.S. military. Isolating Hamas by destroying all strategic tunnels along the Egyptian border. Significantly rolling back Iran's nuclear program and missile manufacturing capacity. Read Op-Ed: Is Israel Safer Today? Support the show The MirYam Institute. Israel's Future in Israel's Hands. Subscribe to our podcast: https://podfollow.com/1493910771 Follow The MirYam Institute X: https://bit.ly/3jkeUyx Follow Benjamin Anthony X: https://bit.ly/3hZeOe9 Like Benjamin Anthony Facebook: https://bit.ly/333Ct93 Like The MirYam Institute Facebook: https://bit.ly/2SarHI3 Follow Benjamin Anthony Instagram: https://bit.ly/30m6uPG Follow The MirYam Institute Instagram: https://bit.ly/3l5fvED

In this situational briefing, Yaakov Lappin, In-House Analyst at The MirYam Institute, focuses on what has now become the primary war arena; Lebanon, and Israel’s ongoing efforts to diminish and degrade the threat of Hezbollah, Iran’s proxy in Lebanon. He then provides his reflections on Yom Hashoa, commemorated throughout Israel by the sounding of a national siren, distinct from the sirens to seek shelter, but rather a call to stand silent, stand still, and reflect on our ability to defend ourselves. LEBANON ARENA OP-ED BY YAAKOV LAPPIN Support the show The MirYam Institute. Israel's Future in Israel's Hands. Subscribe to our podcast: https://podfollow.com/1493910771 Follow The MirYam Institute X: https://bit.ly/3jkeUyx Follow Benjamin Anthony X: https://bit.ly/3hZeOe9 Like Benjamin Anthony Facebook: https://bit.ly/333Ct93 Like The MirYam Institute Facebook: https://bit.ly/2SarHI3 Follow Benjamin Anthony Instagram: https://bit.ly/30m6uPG Follow The MirYam Institute Instagram: https://bit.ly/3l5fvED

In this situational briefing, I speak with Ruth Wasserman-Lande; formerly a Member of Knesset, Deputy Ambassador for Israel to Egypt and current Analyst at The MirYam Institute. Together, we assess the implications of President Trump’s ultimatum to Iran, the potential outcomes of the war ending prematurely, and the military successes of the U.S.-Israel campaign thus far. We analyze: · The potential consequences of President Trump’s 8:00 PM ultimatum · The impact of the current blockade of Hormuz · Hezbollah and why the IDF will continue to combat them regardless of what transpires at 8pm · The defeatist attitudes among many Israeli media outlets and their effect on domestic morale. Support the show The MirYam Institute. Israel's Future in Israel's Hands. Subscribe to our podcast: https://podfollow.com/1493910771 Follow The MirYam Institute X: https://bit.ly/3jkeUyx Follow Benjamin Anthony X: https://bit.ly/3hZeOe9 Like Benjamin Anthony Facebook: https://bit.ly/333Ct93 Like The MirYam Institute Facebook: https://bit.ly/2SarHI3 Follow Benjamin Anthony Instagram: https://bit.ly/30m6uPG Follow The MirYam Institute Instagram: https://bit.ly/3l5fvED

In this situational briefing, I sit down with John Spencer, Senior Analyst at The MirYam Institute, to assess the Iran war. We examine: U.S. deployment of ground troops toward Iran Israel's war against Hezbollah The nature of the contract between military personnel and the governments they serve and why the commentary of the extreme right's on the subject is false The Pakistan-China ceasefire initiative. Support the show The MirYam Institute. Israel's Future in Israel's Hands. Subscribe to our podcast: https://podfollow.com/1493910771 Follow The MirYam Institute X: https://bit.ly/3jkeUyx Follow Benjamin Anthony X: https://bit.ly/3hZeOe9 Like Benjamin Anthony Facebook: https://bit.ly/333Ct93 Like The MirYam Institute Facebook: https://bit.ly/2SarHI3 Follow Benjamin Anthony Instagram: https://bit.ly/30m6uPG Follow The MirYam Institute Instagram: https://bit.ly/3l5fvED

In this situational briefing, I sit down with Yaakov Lappin, In-House Analyst with The MirYam Institute to explore whether the Iran war is reaching a turning point and if it is too soon to end. We analyze: Heavy damage to Iran’s missile and nuclear programs How Iran can still launch attacks despite losses Risks of ending the war early, including Hezbollah escalation. Support the show The MirYam Institute. Israel's Future in Israel's Hands. Subscribe to our podcast: https://podfollow.com/1493910771 Follow The MirYam Institute X: https://bit.ly/3jkeUyx Follow Benjamin Anthony X: https://bit.ly/3hZeOe9 Like Benjamin Anthony Facebook: https://bit.ly/333Ct93 Like The MirYam Institute Facebook: https://bit.ly/2SarHI3 Follow Benjamin Anthony Instagram: https://bit.ly/30m6uPG Follow The MirYam Institute Instagram: https://bit.ly/3l5fvED

In this situational briefing, Yaakov Lappin, In-House Analyst at The MirYam Institute, examines the joint U.S.-Israel war against Iran through three prisms: •Assessment of the damage caused to the Iranian terror regime in Iran and to its proxy, Hezbollah. •Actions of the Israeli and American air forces to this point •The Israeli home front, particularly in northern Israel. Support the show The MirYam Institute. Israel's Future in Israel's Hands. Subscribe to our podcast: https://podfollow.com/1493910771 Follow The MirYam Institute X: https://bit.ly/3jkeUyx Follow Benjamin Anthony X: https://bit.ly/3hZeOe9 Like Benjamin Anthony Facebook: https://bit.ly/333Ct93 Like The MirYam Institute Facebook: https://bit.ly/2SarHI3 Follow Benjamin Anthony Instagram: https://bit.ly/30m6uPG Follow The MirYam Institute Instagram: https://bit.ly/3l5fvED