Israel, Iran and Netanyahu: Is Domestic Politics Driving War? | Tzvi Gottlieb

The International Risk Podcast with Tzvi Gottlieb In this episode, we examine the intersection of war, politics and national security in Israel, asking how domestic political pressures are shaping decisions over Iran, Gaza and the wider Middle East. From Benjamin Netanyahu’s political future and Israel’s confrontation with Iran to the resilience of Israeli democratic institutions and the country’s increasingly strained relationship with the United States, the conversation explores the strategic risks facing Israel at a pivotal moment for the country and the region. We discuss: Whether Israeli domestic politics are influencing decisions over war and national security Israel’s confrontation with Iran and what “finishing the job” could realistically mean Why regime change in Iran would be extraordinarily difficult to achieve Benjamin Netanyahu’s political incentives and the approaching Israeli elections The resilience of Israel’s democratic and political institutions How Israeli politics have changed during Netanyahu’s long period in power The relationship between Benjamin Netanyahu and Donald Trump Why changing American attitudes towards Israel could pose a major strategic risk Whether Israel risks weakening its most important international relationship Gaza, the West Bank and the prospects for a two-state solution The political power of Israel’s settler movement and changing Israeli demographics How the conflict could reshape the balance of power across the Middle East What Israel and the wider region could look like five years from now About the guest: Tzvi Gottlieb is a political consultant and former communications director for the Israeli government. He is also a former Arab affairs correspondent for Galei Tzahal (IDF Radio) and a former lobbyist for Shatil – The New Israel Fund. He has written for Haaretz, Globes and other Israeli media outlets, and brings extensive experience across Israeli politics, government, media and public affairs. About the host: Dominic Bowen is Head of Strategic Advisory and Partner at one of Europe's leading risk management consulting firms. He advises CEOs, boards, and senior executives on crisis management, geopolitical risk, operational resilience, and strategy, drawing on decades of experience across government, humanitarian operations, and corporate leadership. 🔔 Subscribe for new episodes every week 💬 Tell us what you thought in the comments below 📩 Share this episode with colleagues working in geopolitics, international security, foreign policy, risk management, and international affairs See more at www.theinternationalriskpodcast.com #Israel #Iran #Netanyahu #MiddleEast #Geopolitics #IsraelPolitics #Gaza #Trump #USIsrael #MiddleEastSecurity #InternationalSecurity #GeopoliticalRisk #InternationalRiskPodcast