What are the deeper trends in Israel influencing the current coalition negotiations? Or practical steps that can be taken toward peace? Even the dramatic decline of the Israeli left?

In this episode, Anshel Pfeffer and I discuss these topics, along with some of the most recent developments in Israel's coalition talks, and Gantz's chances for forming a coalition. We also delve into the complexities of the Haredim (ultra-orthodox) in Israeli society, how Bibi Netanyahu operates, and the divisions within Palestinian society. The part of this episode that I found most fascinating was Pfeffer's ideas for practical steps to bring about some sort of peace, and his take on the Israeli left. I hope you take a listen!

Anshel Pfeffer is a senior columnist for "Haaretz," a correspondent for "The Economist," and author of "Bibi: The Turbulent Life and Times of Benjamin Netanyahu."

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