FIDF LIVE Briefing: Mark Dubowitz, CEO of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies - June 18, 2025

FIDF Chief Executive Officer Steve Weil welcomes Mark Dubowitz, CEO of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, to discuss Israel's ongoing military campaign against Iran. As a longtime expert on Iran's nuclear ambitions, Mark provides a detailed analysis of why Israel decided to launch Operation Rising Lion last week, where they've succeeded thus far, and what the future potentially holds. He also details the technical details of Iran's weapons arsenal and infrastructure, and how Israeli operations have depleted and damaged them. Steve and Mark discuss Iranian society, internal discontent with the ruling regime, and how this could potentially evolve as the conflict progresses. Finally, the two touch on the future of this war and its potential global impact.Donate NOW at FIDF.org for the fastest and most direct way to give IDF Soldiers what they need most. 100% of your contribution will go to meet their emergency humanitarian needs.