FDD Senior Vice President Jon Schanzer delivers timely situational updates and analysis, followed by a conversation with counterterrorism expert Edmund Fitton-Brown, who previously served as the United Kingdom's ambassador to Yemen and head of the UN Sanctions Monitoring Team. Learn more at: fdd.org/fddmorningbrief/…

FDD Senior Vice President Jon Schanzer delivers timely situational updates and analysis, followed by a conversation with Anna Borshchevskaya of The Washington Institute for Near East Policy. Learn more at: fdd.org/fddmorningbrief/By FDD

Today, China is the driving force behind much of the chaos we see around the world — from supporting rogue regimes such as Russia, Iran, and North Korea, to meddling in the Middle East, and interfering in America’s upcoming presidential election. China’s aggressive actions in the South China Sea and its expanding influence in the Middle East shed l…

FDD Senior Vice President Jon Schanzer delivers timely situational updates and analysis, followed by a conversation with Brian Katulis of the Middle East Institute (MEI). Learn more at: fdd.org/fddmorningbrief/By FDD

FDD Senior Vice President Jon Schanzer delivers timely situational updates and analysis, followed by a conversation with Israeli journalist and writer Amir Tibon. Learn more at: fdd.org/fddmorningbrief/By FDD

The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) aims to “reintegrate Taiwan,” effectively stripping the Taiwanese people of their de facto independence. Achieving this takeover with minimal military action and limited long-term damage to Taiwan’s infrastructure and economy would offer the CCP substantial economic, diplomatic, and military advantages. A well-exec…

FDD Senior Vice President Jon Schanzer delivers timely situational updates and analysis, followed by a conversation with Ahmed Fouad Alkhatib, a native of Gaza, and Resident Senior Fellow at The Atlantic Council. Learn more at: fdd.org/fddmorningbrief/By FDD

FDD Senior Vice President Jon Schanzer delivers timely situational updates and analysis, followed by a conversation with Hezbollah expert Matthew Levitt of The Washington Institute for Near East Policy. Learn more at: fdd.org/fddmorningbrief/By FDD

The Islamic Republic of Iran has fired hundreds of ballistic missiles at Israeli cities today. This comes after Israel finally went on the offensive after sustaining nearly a year of escalatory attacks from Iran's Lebanese terror proxy Hezbollah. In recent weeks, Hezbollah's missile and drone arsenal has been crippled. Senior Hamas and Hezbollah co…

FDD Senior Vice President Jon Schanzer delivers timely situational updates and analysis, followed by a conversation with David Siegel, former Israel Consul General to the Southwestern United States and President of ELNET-US. Learn more at: fdd.org/fddmorningbrief/By FDD

FDD is tracking a potential major development in Israel’s multi-front war against Iran-backed terrorists with reports of a potential strike against Hezbollah Secretary General Hassan Nasrallah and other senior Hezbollah leaders. Since October 8, 2023, Iran’s most pampered and lethal proxy, Hezbollah, has launched, without prior provocation, thousan…

FDD Senior Vice President Jon Schanzer delivers timely situational updates and analysis, followed by a conversation with Iranian-American attorney and activist Elica Le Bon. Learn more at: fdd.org/fddmorningbrief/By FDD

One of the most significant features of the geopolitical landscape is an increasingly formidable emerging axis of China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea. The members of this “axis of aggressors” are united in their determination to undermine the United States and counter its core interests. Though their methods may vary, these adversaries share a des…

FDD Senior Vice President Jon Schanzer delivers timely situational updates and analysis, followed by a conversation with Karen Brunwasser, CSO of FeelBeit, an award-winning Jerusalem-based arts organization. Learn more at: fdd.org/fddmorningbrief/By FDD

FDD Senior Vice President Jon Schanzer delivers timely situational updates and analysis, followed by a conversation with Kasim Hafeez, Deputy Director of Communications at Christians United for Israel (CUFI). Learn more at: fdd.org/fddmorningbrief/By FDD

FDD Senior Vice President Jon Schanzer delivers timely situational updates and analysis, followed by a conversation with Hen Mazzig, an Israeli author, activist, and senior fellow at the Tel Aviv Institute. Learn more at: fdd.org/fddmorningbrief/By FDD

As cyber threats from malign actors against America’s critical infrastructure evolve, so must our defenses. Four years ago, the congressionally mandated Cyberspace Solarium Commission (CSC) offered a new strategic approach to combat these threats and defend U.S. national security and economic interests in cyberspace. Since then, the Commission’s re…

FDD Senior Vice President Jon Schanzer delivers timely situational updates and analysis, followed by a conversation with Vice President of National Union for Democracy in Iran (NUFDI) Cameron Khansarinia. Learn more at: fdd.org/fddmorningbrief/By FDD

FDD Senior Vice President Jon Schanzer delivers timely situational updates and analysis, followed by a conversation with Tel Aviv University professor Meir Litvak. Learn more at: fdd.org/fddmorningbrief/By FDD

FDD Senior Vice President Jon Schanzer delivers timely situational updates and analysis, followed by a conversation with Daphné Richemond-Barak, an international law professor at Israel's Reichman University and an expert on tunnel warfare. Learn more at: fdd.org/fddmorningbrief/By FDD

Omar is with WSP where he is an Assistant Vice President -Civil Engineer. He is also Vice Chair of the SME Environmental Division Board as well as Vice Chair, SME Tucson Section. Omar and I discuss the role of civil engineering in the design of mine waste management systems and the value of being active in a professional society.…

The Middle East is teetering on the precipice of major upheaval as the Islamic Republic of Iran and its proxies have ignited a devastating multi-front war against Israel and the West. An axis of authoritarian countries are working closely to create chaos in Europe and the Middle East. Regional dynamics are undeniably shuffling as the terrorist grou…

FDD Senior Vice President Jon Schanzer delivers timely situational updates and analysis, followed by a conversation with FDD Founder and President Cliff May. Learn more at: fdd.org/fddmorningbrief/By FDD

FDD Senior Vice President Jon Schanzer delivers timely situational updates and analysis, followed by a conversation with Nick Stewart, Senior Director of Government Relations at FDD Action. Learn more at: fdd.org/fddmorningbrief/By FDD

FDD Senior Vice President Jon Schanzer delivers timely situational updates and analysis, followed by a conversation with FDD Research Analyst Mariam Wahba. Learn more at: fdd.org/fddmorningbrief/By FDD

FDD Senior Vice President Jon Schanzer delivers timely situational updates and analysis, followed by a conversation with Ruby Chen, father of Itay Chen, who was murdered on October 7th and whose body is being held by Hamas terrorists in Gaza. Learn more at: fdd.org/fddmorningbrief/By FDD

FDD Senior Vice President Jon Schanzer delivers timely situational updates and analysis, followed by a conversation with Fox News Correspondent Lucas Tomlinson. Learn more at: fdd.org/fddmorningbrief/By FDD

Assheton is the CEO of TDi Sustainability. TDi Sustainability is a global consulting firm that enables business to thrive while living in harmony with people and planet. From responsible sourcing, auditing, and impact investments at the heart of the mining industry, to risk management, ESG standards, compliance, management systems and bespoke digit…

FDD Senior Vice President Jon Schanzer delivers timely situational updates and analysis, followed by a conversation with Brig. Gen. (Ret.) Assaf Orion, the Liz and Mony Rueven International Fellow at The Washington Institute. Learn more at: fdd.org/fddmorningbrief/By FDD

FDD Senior Vice President Jon Schanzer delivers timely situational updates and analysis, followed by a conversation with Ehud Yaari, Lafer International Fellow at The Washington Institute. Learn more at: fdd.org/fddmorningbrief/By FDD

FDD Senior Vice President Jon Schanzer delivers timely situational updates and analysis, followed by a conversation with Major (Ret.) Andrew Fox, a research fellow at the Henry Jackson Society. Learn more at: fdd.org/fddmorningbrief/By FDD

FDD Senior Vice President Jon Schanzer delivers timely situational updates and analysis, followed by a conversation with Seth Frantzman, Senior Middle East Correspondent and Analyst at The Jerusalem Post and an FDD adjunct fellow. Learn more at: fdd.org/fddmorningbrief/By FDD

Marco is the Head of the Geotechnical Department at Line Creek Operation of Elk Valley Resource. He is a geotechnical engineer with over 15 years of experience in open pit mining. He is passionate about nurturing the next wave of geotechnical talent and delights in the playful intricacies of granular materials.…

FDD Senior Vice President Jonathan Schanzer delivers timely situational updates and analysis on headlines of the Middle East, followed by a conversation with Ilan Berman, Senior Vice President of the American Foreign Policy Council. Learn more at: fdd.org/fddmorningbrief/By FDD

Ryan is the Executive Director at Better In Our Back Yard. We discuss the many challenges regarding permitting a mine in the US.

FDD Senior Advisor Richard Goldberg delivers timely situational updates and analyses on the latest headlines and developments in Israel, Lebanon, and beyond, followed by a conversation with Melissa Weiss, Executive Editor of Jewish Insider. Learn more at: fdd.org/fddmorningbrief/By FDD

FDD Senior Vice President Jon Schanzer delivers timely situational updates and analysis on headlines of the Middle East, followed by a conversation with FDD Chief Executive Mark Dubowitz. Learn more at: fdd.org/fddmorningbrief/By FDD

FDD Senior Vice President Jonathan Schanzer delivers timely situational updates and analysis on headlines of the Middle East, followed by a conversation with Reuel Marc Gerecht, former CIA Iranian-targets officer and current FDD senior fellow. Learn more at: fdd.org/fddmorningbrief/By FDD

Terry is President (North America) at SRK Consulting. Terry and I discuss his impressive career and provide advice to the next generation of engineers and scientists.

FDD Senior Vice President Jonathan Schanzer delivers timely situational updates and analysis on breaking news out of the Middle East on the deaths of top Hezbollah and Hamas leaders, followed by a conversation with Aviva Klompas, Co-Founder and CEO of Boundless Israel and former Head of Speechwriting at Israel's Mission to United Nations. Learn mor…

FDD Senior Vice President Jon Schanzer delivers timely situational updates and analysis on headlines of the Middle East, followed by a conversation with The Honorable Elliott Abrams, Former U.S. Special Representative for Iran and Venezuela and Former Deputy National Security Advisor. Learn more at: fdd.org/fddmorningbrief/…

FDD Senior Vice President Jon Schanzer delivers timely situational updates and analysis on the war in the Middle East, followed by a conversation with Sen. Joni Ernst (R-IA), who serves on the Senate Committee on Armed Services. Learn more at: fdd.org/fddmorningbrief/By FDD

Marcelo is a geotechnical engineer with Red Earth Engineering Pty Ltd, now a part of Geosyntec. In this episode Marcelo discusses a recent paper on compaction.

Episode 100: FDD Senior Vice President Jonathan Schanzer delivers timely situational updates and analysis on headlines of the Middle East, followed by a conversation with Leat Corinne Unger, cousin of 21-year-old Omer Shem Tov who is in the captivity of Hamas terrorists in Gaza. Learn more at: fdd.org/fddmorningbrief/…

FDD Senior Vice President Jonathan Schanzer delivers timely situational updates and analysis on headlines from the Middle East, followed by a conversation with Yair Zivan, advisor to former Israeli PM and current Leader of the Opposition, Yair Lapid, and editor of the new book "The Center Must Hold." Learn more at: fdd.org/fddmorningbrief…

FDD Senior Vice President Jonathan Schanzer delivers timely situational updates and analysis on headlines from the Middle East, followed by a conversation with Danielle Pletka, Senior Fellow at the American Enterprise Institute. Learn more at: www.fdd.org/fddmorningbrief/By FDD

Benjamin Neville is the Managing Director of the Saligna Management Group. He is Australian based, and a standout in project management and leadership. With engineering credentials from Queensland University of Technology and a commitment to continuous improvement, he's led pivotal projects like the CIMIC One HSE Culture Program at UGL/Gryphon Psyc…

Former IDF International Spokesperson and FDD Senior Fellow Lt. Col. (Ret.) Jonathan Conricus delivers timely situational updates and analysis on headlines out of the Middle East, followed by a conversation with military analyst and Iran expert Amir Bar Shalom. Learn more at: fdd.org/fddmorningbrief/…

FDD Senior Fellow and former IDF International Spokesperson Lt. Col. (Ret.) Jonathan Conricus delivers timely situational updates and analysis on the war in the Middle East, followed by a conversation with Ohad Hemo, Arab and Palestinian Affairs Corespondent for Israel's Channel 12 News. Learn more at: fdd.org/fddmorningbrief/…

FDD Senior Fellow and former IDF International Spokesperson Lt. Col. (Ret.) Jonathan Conricus delivers timely situational updates and analysis on the war in the Middle East, followed by a conversation with IDF Spokesperson Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari. Learn more at: fdd.org/fddmorningbrief/By FDD