Tug of War

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CNN reporters take us on-the-ground in Israel to document the escalating conflict and what it means for the rest of the world.

Aug 15 · Bonus

Introducing: Civilian or Spy

When a Russian-born American citizen named Ilya Beloozerov is gunned down by the FBI in 2024, the authorities refuse to say why they’d killed him. CNN’s Isabelle Chapman embarks on a sprawling investigation that takes her from the Mississippi parking lot where he died to Washington, D.C. to unravel the mystery: Why did Ilya abruptly leave his family and his job and head for the border with laptops and cash? Why is there still no official explanation of his death? And maybe most importantly: Was Ilya a spy? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
01/17/2025

How Long Will the Gaza Deal Stop the Fighting?

Hamas and Israel have reached an agreement on a ceasefire and hostage deal in Gaza, providing hope to war-weary Palestinians and family members of Israeli hostages. However, implementation could prove challenging and grim. Guest: Jeremy Diamond, CNN Jerusalem Correspondent Follow the One Thing podcast here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
08/01/2024

Did Israel Just Kill a Key Ceasefire Negotiator?

The Middle East is on edge following the death of Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh inside Iran. While Israel hasn’t commented on the strike, it came just hours after the Israeli military took credit for the assassination of a senior Hezbollah military commander in Lebanon. In this episode, we look at the impact of Haniyeh’s death on Gaza ceasefire negotiations and whether the region is about to tip into all-out war. Guest: Tamara Qiblawi, CNN Senior Investigations Writer Follow CNN One Thing here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
05/29/2024

One War, Two Stories of Pain & Frustration

Israel’s seven-month war against Hamas in Gaza has killed more than 36,000 Palestinians while reducing much of the enclave to rubble. Meanwhile, Israel believes about 125 hostages remain in Gaza after being captured on October 7th. In this episode, we hear from two people dealing with the fallout of this unprecedented war. First, 19-year-old Mahmoud Jarousha tells us about being displaced multiple times inside Gaza and his frustration with not being able to attend school. Then, CNN’s Bianna Golodryga tells us how the mother of a kidnapped Israeli soldier is coping with the unknown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
05/22/2024

Why the ICC Wants to Arrest Netanyahu and Sinwar

On Monday, the International Criminal Court announced it was seeking arrest warrants against Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, among other figures, on charges of war crimes and crimes against humanity. In this episode, CNN’s Christiane Amanpour tells us about her exclusive interview with the court’s chief prosecutor and explains why the news has outraged both Israeli and US leaders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
05/17/2024

The Complications of Covering the War in Gaza (Live)

As the war in Gaza continues, independent media outlets remain barred from entering the enclave without IDF escort, complicating efforts to paint a full picture of the reality on the ground. In this episode, CNN’s Nada Bashir explains how she and her colleagues have been covering the war from afar and the role brave Palestinian journalists on the ground play in that work. Recorded live at the Cascade PBS Ideas Festival on May 4, 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
05/15/2024

How Gaza's Wounded Are Trying to Heal

Note: this episode contains graphic descriptions of injury. As the Israeli military campaign in Gaza continues, the toll on Palestinian women and children is coming into clearer focus. In this episode, CNN's Jomana Karadsheh and Sarah Sirgany tell us about their trip to a special hospital in Qatar where some of the most vulnerable Palestinians are being treated for war wounds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
05/10/2024

Biden’s Weapons Warning to Israel

US President Joe Biden says Biden says he will stop sending bombs and artillery shells to Israel if it launches a major invasion of Rafah. It comes as his administration is set to deliver a report to Congress on whether Israel has violated international humanitarian law during its war in Gaza. In this episode, CNN's Kylie Atwood explains how this moment could be a turning point for US-Israel relations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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05/17/2024

JennyLouWag81

I listened backwards, stopped at episode 13. The summary of events leading to this conflict was quite biased towards Israel. There were significant events left out that give much needed context to the history. Episode 82, loved it. I could feel the nerves but truly enjoyed the open and honest conversation.
Shameful

05/04/2024

Original_Owl

Pro Hamas echo chamber. The end of objective journalism from CNN.
dishonest zxnxst propaganda

04/06/2024

snuzor

dishonest journalism in "tug of war" episode april 2024. disingenuous zxnxst propaganda, both sidesism fallacy ("both sides are convinced the other side wants them wiped off the face of the earth") yet there's only evidence that izxhell is committing genocide against the others. incredibly dishonest and harmful pro-gxnxcxd propaganda.
Very biased podcast

12/15/2023

Shwolfe

There is a lot of focus on the Arab perspectives ie Lebanon, Gaza, etc., and very little focus on the Israeli POV. Where are your journalistic principles? Much more balance is needed.