War with Iran, Rising Antisemitism and the Road to November

Show recorded on July 13th, 2026: This week on The Third Opinion, Mike and Laureen examine the latest developments in the conflict involving Iran and ask whether the recently signed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the United States and Iran still has any real significance as tensions continue to escalate. The episode explores the rise in antisemitic and anti-Israel rhetoric ahead of the November elections and what those trends could mean for Jewish communities and U.S.-Israel relations. Listeners also hear from the Deputy Chair of Russia's Security Council in an interview with The Times of India, offering Russia's perspective on the conflict with their ally Iran and its broader geopolitical implications. Finally, Mike and Laureen discuss reports that the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) detained U.S. officials and a CNN crew while they were in a restricted military area, examining the circumstances surrounding the incident and whether the IDF was justified in its actions. The episode concludes by asking the question on many people's minds: Where do we go from here, and how might these events shape the months leading up to the November elections? Thank you for listening, sharing and subscribing to The Third Opinion Podcast.