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EPISODE · Feb 18, 2026 · 49 MIN

INSIDE TRUMP’S WAR ROOM: The Iran Decision | Amb. David Friedman

from The Erin Molan Show · host The Erin Molan Show

Episode 103 of The Erin Molan Show with Ambassador David Friedman is one of the most important and revealing conversations we’ve ever had. Before we get to former U.S. Ambassador to Israel David Friedman, Erin breaks down the latest global developments — including 48 U.S. fighter jets heading to the Middle East, the Ayatollah’s latest threats against America, the Savannah Guthrie case update, and the backlash against LeBron James for simply saying he’s heard “great things” about Israel. Then we go inside the Oval Office. Ambassador David Friedman gives a blow-by-blow account of how President Donald Trump makes critical decisions — including decisions about war, Iran, and the Middle East. He explains what it was like standing in the room while senior officials argued opposing sides on the historic move of the U.S. Embassy to Jerusalem, and how Trump ultimately made the call. We also cover: • Trump’s mindset on Iran right now • The strength vs. “no new wars” debate • The reality of Christians in Israel vs. viral narratives • Tucker Carlson, Candace Owens, and the political fractures inside conservatism • Whether peace in Gaza is possible • What the next five years could realistically look like If you care about Trump, Iran, Israel, U.S. foreign policy, or the future of the Middle East — this episode is essential. 📚 Ambassador David Friedman’s Books: Sledgehammer: How Breaking with the Past Brought Peace to the Middle East https://www.amazon.com/Sledgehammer-Breaking-Brought-Peace-Middle/dp/0063098113 One Jewish State: The Last, Best Hope to Resolve the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict https://www.amazon.com/One-Jewish-State-Israeli-Palestinian-Conflict/dp/1630062944 ⏱ CHAPTERS 00:00 48 U.S. Fighter Jets Head to the Middle East — What It Signals 01:20 Ayatollah Threats & Why a Deal May Be Impossible 02:55 Savannah Guthrie Case + Morgan Wright Teaser 03:45 LeBron, Israel & The Mob Tactic of Silencing Celebrities 06:45 Inside Trump’s War Room — David Friedman on How Trump Makes War Decisions 45:00 Fan Feedback — Why Confronting Candace Owens Matters 🔥 Don’t miss a single moment. Subscribe now and join the fight for truth and clarity! 📺 Watch full episodes: YouTube.com/@Erin_Molan 🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3Z7zQbC 🍏 Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3ZZqrbN  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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