Eli Lake is a seasoned journalist and national security reporter, currently writing for The Free Press and hosting the "Breaking History" podcast. In this episode, Eli joins Michael Moynihan to discuss the recent Israeli strike in Qatar, the shifting dynamics of Middle Eastern alliances, and the broader implications for political Islam and Western perceptions of the conflict.

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(0:00) Introduction

(3:21) Israel, Qatar, and Hamas

(10:41) Double Games & Alliances

(16:09) Regional Power Shifts

(21:45) Ideology & Political Islam

(27:17) Qatar’s Influence Abroad

(31:07) Israel’s PR & Perception

(37:41) Gaza, War, and Choices

(46:09) Callers & Audience Q&A

(56:41) U.S. Strategy & Bases

(1:08:47) Final Thoughts

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