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Ep. 11: Nervana Mahmoud: Egypt and the Middle East in the midst of evolution

The Egyptian political commentator says nations have started fighting “the enemy from within.”

In this episode, Ellie Cohanim talks with Egyptian political commentator Nervana Mahmoud about the evolution towards tolerance and co-existence in her home country of Egypt, as well as other countries in the region.

They discuss also anti-Semitism and perceptions of Zionism in the region, and what countries in the West need to do to support those fighting for a more tolerant and just Middle East.

Watch it below and subscribe to the JNS YouTube channel. Listen to the audio version on Spotify, Apple Podcasts (iTunes), Google Podcasts or wherever you listen to your podcasts.

It also airs on the Jewish Broadcasting Service (JBS).

About “Global Perspectives with Ellie Cohanim”:

“Global Perspectives” is Jewish News Syndicate’s newest production. Join former U.S. Deputy Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Anti-Semitism at the U.S. Department of State Ellie Cohanim, as she hosts some of the most important geopolitical conversations taking place in the Jewish world today. Cohanim, a sought-after speaker in her own right, interviews heads of state, policymakers, thought leaders and activists, in frank and open discussions.

These conversations provide key insights into critical and time-sensitive issues, including the Iranian nuclear threat, the rise of violent anti-Semitism, anti-Zionist activities, Christian and Muslim support for Israel, and the historic Abraham Accords.

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