Gazaland vs. Gaza Riviera: who writes the next chapter? On this week’s "True East," IDF Spokesperson (Res.) Doron Spielman warns that Hamas is scripting a propaganda theme park, “Gazaland”, to turn October 7’s perpetrators into victims as global media surge back into the Strip. Spielman breaks down how staged tours, mass-grave narratives and recycled famine/genocide claims could dominate headlines, and he challenges the numbers by walking through data analyses that sharply undercut those claims. He lays out a counter-blueprint: clear ~500 miles of tunnels, remove unexploded ordnance, and build a jobs-driven “Gaza Riviera” paired with strict press guardrails, de-radicalization benchmarks (“deradicalize or leave”), education reform vetted by a pro-Western coalition and a “peace corps” of teachers from moderate Muslim countries. With the window still open before cameras roll, Spielman argues that seizing the future, not just a ceasefire, requires destroying Hamas’s apparatus while fast-tracking reconstruction for civilians who reject its ideology. The stakes: prevent a media theater of the absurd, stop Hamas from monetizing tragedy, and give Gazans a real path to stability, trade and hope.

IDF Spokesperson (Res.) Doron Spielman welcomes returning guest Amiad Cohen, CEO of the Israel Liberty Center, to break down the truth behind the fragile Gaza ceasefire, President Trump’s stunning statement blaming “rogue Hamas elements” and the diplomatic chess game now shaping the Middle East.

Israel’s fight against Hamas may be entering a new phase, but the war is far from over. Doron Spielman, IDF spokesperson (Res.), is joined by one of the foremost authorities on modern combat: Colonel John Spencer. Spencer is the Executive Director of the Urban Warfare Institute and host of the “Urban Warfare Project Podcast.” Recently returned from Gaza City, where he was embedded with IDF units during what may have been the final day of major ground operations, Colonel Spencer offers a rare look at the complexities of Israel’s war and what comes next.

President Trump’s proposed Gaza peace deal is making waves but is it a path to peace or a recipe for failure? IDF Spokesperson (Res.) Doron Spielman breaks down the hidden dangers of Trump’s plan, revealing why Hamas’s willingness to accept parts of the deal should set off alarm bells for Israel and the West.

IDF Spokesperson (Res.) Doron Spielman takes us inside the dramatic reopening of the ancient pilgrimage road in the City of David — a discovery he says that speaks louder than any UN resolution. From the stone-carved proof of a 4,000-year Jewish connection to Jerusalem to the political theater at the United Nations, Doron argues that history, archaeology and faith underpin Israel’s claim to the land — and that these facts are being erased or ignored by many international actors.

Israel just did the unthinkable, striking Hamas leadership hiding in Qatar. What does this bold move mean for Israel's deterrence, U.S. foreign policy and the global war on terror? In this episode, IDF Spokesperson (Res.) Doron Spielman unpacks Israel’s pinpoint operation in Doha, exposing Qatar’s double game: hosting a massive U.S. military base while funding and sheltering Hamas, Hezbollah and even past masterminds of 9/11. Doron connects Qatar’s alliance with Iran, its deep ties to U.S. defense and diplomacy and its role as “mediator” in hostage talks, all while openly harboring terrorists.

What does real heroism look like when the world is collapsing around you? IDF Spokesperson (Res.) Doron Spielman sits down with Mike Feuer, renowned educator, founder of the Jewish Heroism Project (https://jewishheroism.com/), and host of The Jewish Story podcast, to explore the extraordinary bravery that emerged from the horrors of Oct. 7th, 2023. As Hamas terrorists stormed Israeli communities, what the world may have missed, and what even Israel’s closest allies hadn’t been told, was the eruption of acts of stunning selflessness and sacrifice. From a young couple who hid their twin babies before confronting terrorists, to an elderly man who gave his life to protect his family, this episode shines a spotlight on those who became heroes in Israel’s darkest hour.

IDF Spokesperson (Res.) Doron Spielman uncovers the shocking lies fueling global narratives about Gaza. The truth behind claims of genocide, starvation and Israel's military operations is more complex than the headlines reveal. While the world cries foul over Israel’s actions, Doron exposes the truth of how Hamas has manipulated international aid and the deadly consequences of their actions on the Gazan population. Doron then unpacks a recent Reuters report that falsely clears Hamas of stealing aid, despite evidence to the contrary, including videos showing masked gunmen hijacking humanitarian deliveries and taking them to Hamas-controlled areas. Despite international pressure and widespread misinformation, Doron presents a chilling examination of the real story behind Gaza’s humanitarian crisis. Chapters 00:00 The Genocide of Truth in Gaza 17:00 Understanding Genocide: Definitions and Misconceptions 30:29 The Responsibility of Gazan Parents 36:20 The Future of the War: Decisions Ahead

As the world fixates on Gaza, a real-time genocide unfolds in Syria, just 60 miles from Israel’s border. IDF Spokesperson (Res.) Doron Spielman is joined by Anan Kheir, Druze advocate and community activist, to expose the horrific truth that global media is ignoring. While international attention remained fixated on Israel, jihadist militias linked to al-Julani and formerly ISIS-affiliated groups unleashed a brutal ethnic cleansing campaign in the Druze stronghold of Suwayda, southern Syria. Civilians were executed, homes burned and Druze men humiliated and slaughtered. Chapters 00:00 The Unfolding Genocide in Southern Syria 02:56 Israel's Response and Moral Clarity 05:47 The Druze Community's Plight 08:40 The Role of International Media 11:57 The Impact of Israeli Intervention 14:58 The Future of the Druze in Syria 17:54 Geopolitical Implications and Regional Dynamics 20:36 The Call for Global Awareness 23:38 The Historical Bond Between Druze and Jews 26:27 Conclusion and Hope for the Future

IDF Spokesperson (Res.) Doron Spielman sits down with Amiad Cohen, CEO of the Herut Center, for an exclusive, behind-the-scenes analysis of Israel’s boldest strategic gamble yet: building a massive humanitarian city on the southern edge of Gaza in Rafah. Could this unprecedented move finally separate Hamas from the civilian population it hides behind and pave the way to peace? From the frontlines of Gaza to the peaks of Mount Hermon, Amiad Cohen brings battlefield clarity and strategic insight to a conversation that spans Israel’s military achievements, long-term vision and diplomacy. As a recent reserve officer in both the north and south, Cohen explains why Israel is shifting tactics from direct combat to population separation and how a tent city funded by Israel and international partners may be the key to dismantling Hamas without mass casualties. Other topics covered: * The strategy behind the proposed Gaza humanitarian zone * The IDF’s unprecedented territorial advances in Syria * Strategic control over the Damascus-Beirut corridor * The latest developments on the Iran front, including “snapback sanctions” * Why Israel must think like a regional power not a nation in survival mode You’ll also hear why Cohen believes this is a defining moment not just for Gaza but for Israel’s future as a secure, prosperous and visionary regional power. #middleeastconflict #israelhamaswar Chapters 00:00 Humanitarian City Proposal in Gaza 03:04 Current Situation in Gaza and Hamas Control 05:59 The Vision for the Humanitarian City 09:04 Negotiations and Strategic Considerations 12:09 Challenges of Population Control and Hostage Situations 14:46 Public Perception and Political Dynamics 18:00 The Role of International Relations 20:58 Hezbollah and the Northern Border 23:57 Strategic Military Operations in Syria 26:53 The Future of Israel's Military Strategy 29:46 Iran's Nuclear Threat and Regional Stability

What Happens Next?  IDF Spokesperson (Res.) Doron Spielman is joined by Amiad Cohen, CEO of the Herut Center and one of Israel’s top military analysts, to break down one of the most consequential moments in modern Middle East history: a joint American-Israeli military strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities.

Are we witnessing a modern-day Six-Day War? Will Israel finish the job before international pressure mounts? And how does all of this reshape the U.S.-Israel alliance going forward? IDF Spokesperson (Res.) Doron Spielman is joined by Dr. Mike Doran, Senior Fellow at the Hudson Institute and former Senior Director at the U.S. National Security Council, to unpack one of the most consequential moments in modern Middle Eastern history.

As the Hasmonean Brigade—Israel’s first Ultra-Orthodox combat unit—enters Gaza with side-locks flying and Torah scrolls in hand, a profound question emerges: Is this the collapse of Haredi resistance to the draft and the rebirth of Jewish identity through national service? Rabbi Yehoshua Pfeffer, one of the most courageous voices inside the Haredi world, joins to discuss the historical roots of the Haredi exemption, the soul-searching now underway in Israel’s ultra-Orthodox community and the social risks taken by the young men defying communal pressure to serve.

IDF Spokesperson (Res.) Doron Spielman is joined by Major Amiad Cohen, Senior Director of the Herut Center and a reservist who just returned from Israel’s northern border. Together, they expose how Israel’s new military and humanitarian tactics are splitting the Gazan population from Hamas, destabilizing the terror regime’s power base and reshaping the battlefield. Backed by tribal militias fed up with Hamas rule, and no longer relying on international NGOs that Hamas exploits, Israel is asserting direct control of aid distribution—delivering over 1 million meals in one week alone.

With Iran racing toward nuclear capability, Israel may soon face a fateful choice: act alone militarily or risk existential peril. Host Doron Spielman—IDF Spokesperson (Res.) and New York Times bestselling author of “When the Stones Speak”—is joined by former Israeli Ambassador to the U.S., Dr. Michael Oren, for a sobering discussion on the growing divide between Washington and Jerusalem over how to stop the Iranian threat.

"When the Stones Speak" available now on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/When-Stones-Speak-Remarkable-Discovery/dp/1546009256 Is Israel’s fight for survival not just on the battlefield, but beneath the ground? IDF Spokesperson (Res.) Doron Spielman exposes how the war with Iran, Hamas and the Palestinian leadership extends into archaeology, history and truth itself. This special edition of “True East” coincides with the launch of Doron Spielman’s new book, "When the Stones Speak," available now on Amazon. Doron, who served on the frontlines of the Oct. 7 war and spent over two decades as Vice President of the City of David excavations, dives deep into what he calls the "eighth front" of the war on Israel: the battle to erase Jewish history from Jerusalem and rewrite global narratives.

IDF Spokesperson (Res.) Major Doron Spielman (see below to purchase his new book) speaks with Eylon Levy, former international spokesperson for the Israeli government, about a battlefield far from Gaza and Iran—the frontlines of Western universities, where Jewish students are under siege. As antisemitism explodes on campuses from Columbia to Oxford, and pro-Hamas rallies become normalized, Eylon shares chilling firsthand accounts of being chased off university stages and the rising fear Jewish students face just for expressing their identity. But he doesn't stop at diagnosis—he offers a strategy.

Recorded live at the JNS International Policy Summit, this special episode examines the historic moment facing Israeli leadership. With Iran accelerating its uranium enrichment and U.S. diplomacy failing to halt Tehran’s ambitions, IDF Spokesperson (Res.) Doron Spielman reveals exclusive perspectives from a variety of military experts—including Gen. Amikam Norkin, Brig. Gen. Amir Avivi and Lt. Col. Sarit Zehavi—to weigh in on whether Israel must strike unilaterally before the window closes.

As global attention focuses on Iran, a new Islamist threat is emerging from within NATO: Turkey. In this eye-opening episode of “True East,” IDF Spokesperson (Res.) Doron Spielman is joined by Dr. Harold Rhode, a former senior advisor at the U.S. Department of Defense and expert on Turkey, Iran and Islamic ideology. Together, they unpack Turkey’s transformation under President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan—from a secular Western ally into a rising Islamic powerhouse with ambitions rivaling Tehran’s.

What happened to Israel’s military acumen on Oct. 7 and how can it be rebuilt? IDF Spokesperson (Res.) Doron Spielman is joined by IDF Major (Res.) Amiad Cohen, CEO of the Herut Center and publisher of Hashiloach Journal to break down one of the most urgent questions facing Israel today. With fresh insights from the battlefield, Amiad shares his firsthand experience from the northern front since Oct. 7 and reveals how close Hezbollah came to launching a full invasion into Israel. The discussion traces Israel’s once-successful military doctrine, established by David Ben-Gurion, through its erosion over decades of political shifts, miscalculations and strategic complacency.