Hezbollah is weighing its options after two days of remote attacks targeted its members and civilians. Israel has not commented on the explosions - but says it's opening a new phase in its war on Gaza. But can it fight on two fronts? And is there any hope of a diplomatic solution?

In this episode:

• Najat Aoun Saliba, Lebanese Member of Parliament with the non-sectarian party Taqqadum or Progress.
• Robert Geist Pinfold, Lecturer on Peace and Security at Durham University.
• Jamal Ghosn, Political commentator and former editor of Al Akhbar newspaper.

Host: Elizabeth Puranam

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A simultaneous, mass attack targets Hezbollah members in Lebanon. Devices used for communication explode injuring thousands and killing several people. Hezbollah is blaming Israel. So, is there a risk of a bigger conflict?

In this episode:

• Ayman Mhanna, Executive Director, Samir Kassir Foundation.
• Firas Maksad, Senior Director, Middle East Institute.
• Colin Clarke, Director, Research, Soufan Group.

Host: Elizabeth Puranam

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Hamas is able to keep fighting the Israeli army despite its losses, so say senior leaders after Israel announced the group no longer existed as a military force in Gaza. Hamas says it's recruiting a new generation. So, can Israel destroy Hamas?

In this episode:

• Azzam Tamimi, Political Activist.
• Mouin Rabbani, Non-resident Fellow, Center for Conflict and Humanitarian Studies.
• Paola Caridi, Veteran Middle East Journalist.

Host: Imran Khan

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