Join me and Khalifa on this eye-opening episode, as former Israeli diplomat Dr. Haim Koren — who served as Israel’s first ambassador to South Sudan and later Israel’s ambassador to Egypt — reveals the hidden story behind Israel’s involvement in Sudan, the strategic maneuvers, and what it means for the region today.Dr. Koren, a seasoned Middle East specialist fluent in Arabic (including Sudanese dialects) and author of analytical pieces such as “Sudan and Israel: An Era of Change”, brings unique insight into how Sudan went from host of regional terror-networks to being courted by Israel. In this conversation we unpack:How Israel’s covert ties to Sudan and South Sudan evolved over decades.Why normalization between Israel and Sudan matters — for Israel, Africa and the entire Middle East. What military coups, shifting alliances and regional power-plays mean for future Israeli-Sudanese relations. Media Central

The human, geopolitical and security dimensions behind the headline.Diplomatic Career:Dr. Haim Koren served in several key diplomatic posts representing Israel in the United States, Egypt, and Nepal, and later as Director of the Middle East Division at Israel’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs.Fluent in Arabic — including Sudanese dialects — Dr. Koren played a pivotal role in building communication channels and understanding between Israel and parts of the Arab world. Throughout his career, he worked closely with security and humanitarian officials to address the challenges faced by Sudanese refugees from Darfur, combining deep regional knowledge with hands-on diplomatic experience.🔔 If you want to understand one of the least-known yet potentially game-changing diplomatic shifts of the 21st century — this episode is for you.Disclaimer:This content is for educational, informational and entertainment purposes only and does not promote or condone violence, hate, or discrimination of any kind.