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Houthis target Jerusalem and Ben-Gurion Airport

“Jerusalem Minute” with Middle East correspondent Josh Hasten, Ep. 50

The Houthis continue to fire missiles at Israel’s population—this time targeting Ben-Gurion International Airport and the city of Jerusalem.

Israel and the United States have responded to attacks with major bombings in Yemen, but what can be done to defeat the Iranian-backed terrorist group ultimately?

JNS CEO and Jerusalem bureau chief Alex Traiman, and Middle East correspondent Josh Hasten tackle that pressing issue, in addition to Israel taking over a hospital in Gaza; Hezbollah rearming in Lebanon; and developments regarding a hostage release deal.

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Alex Traiman is the CEO and Jerusalem bureau chief of the Jewish News Syndicate (JNS) and host of “Jerusalem Minute.” A seasoned Israeli journalist, documentary filmmaker and startup consultant, he is an expert on Israeli politics and U.S.-Israel relations. He has interviewed top political figures, including Israeli leaders, U.S. senators and national security officials with insights featured on major networks like BBC, Bloomberg, CBS, NBC, Fox and Newsmax. A former NCAA champion fencer and Yeshiva University Sports Hall of Fame member, he made aliyah in 2004, and lives in Jerusalem with his wife and five children.
Josh Hasten is a Middle East correspondent for JNS. He is co-host of the JNS podcast “Jerusalem Minute,” as well as the host of the JNS podcast “Judeacation.” He also hosts the weekly radio program “Israel Uncensored” on “The Land of Israel Radio Network.” An award-winning freelance journalist, he writes regularly for JNS and other publications. He is also a sought-after guest for television and radio interviews on current events in Israel, having appeared on CNN, BBC, Sky News, Fox, APTV, WABC, ILTV, i24News, and many others.
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