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CUFI Weekly
by CUFI Minute
The CUFI Minute is another way to enjoy CUFI's online news and analysis segment, the CUFI Weekly. Featuring host Kasim Hafeez, this microcast is a quick yet in-depth topical segment you can listen to while commuting to work or making your afternoon cup of coffee. In under 10 minutes a week, learn about the history behind many threats facing Israel, the significance of important holidays and anniversaries throughout the year, and what’s happening in Israel and the broader Middle East.
Episodes
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Iran's 30-year plan to divide America
Iran's regime isn't just spreading terror across the Middle East. It's working to spread antisemitism and undermine America from within. This week on the CUFI Weekly, Kasim discusses a troubling report from the Simon Wiesenthal Center detailing Iran's alleged influence operations and efforts to...
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Three Years After October 7th
Three years after the horrors of October 7, Kasim Hafeez reflects on what followed—not only the unimaginable pain inflicted on Israel, but the world's response. Unlike the global solidarity America experienced after 9/11, Israel faced condemnation and hostility almost immediately, even before its...
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Copilot Tries to Hijack a Flight to Israel
This week on CUFI Weekly, we examine a frightening question: what happens when the people and institutions we are supposed to trust no longer feel safe?An Israel-bound Flydubai flight narrowly avoided catastrophe after a pilot allegedly stabbed the captain and attempted to crash the aircraft—an...
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Is THIS what Jesus would do?
More than 5,600 miles separate Binyamin in Samaria from Belleville, Ontario—but this Yom Kippur, both were touched by violence as Jewish communities prepared to observe their holiest day. In Binyamin, a father of six was murdered in a terrorist attack. In Belleville, a police officer guarding a...
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Why Peace With Israel is a Threat to Iran’s Regime
Those who fail to learn from history risk repeating its darkest chapters. This week on CUFI Weekly, we mark the anniversaries of the Abraham Accords and Camp David to examine what peace demands: courage, leadership, and a willingness to reject hatred. From Anwar Sadat’s assassination after…
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"Lessons written in blood" should never be forgotten
Twenty-five years after September 11, America appears to be forgetting the lessons written in blood that day. Instead of uniting against terrorism, we now see extremists celebrated, terrorist organizations defended and violence excused as “resistance.” Terrorism does not seek peace or…
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What Jewish Students Are Facing on American Campuses
In this episode of the CUFI Weekly, we’re looking at what Jewish students are facing on college campuses across America and the alarming rise of antisemitism in places that should be safe for every student. From harassment and intimidation to the normalization of anti-Jewish hatred, Jewish…
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Evidence Israel's Critics Can’t Explain
In this episode of the CUFI Weekly, we’re looking at recent archaeological discoveries in Israel and the stories they tell about the people, places, and events of the biblical world. From ancient artifacts to physical evidence uncovered beneath the ground, archaeology continues to provide…
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When Antisemitism Becomes a Political Strategy
What happens when antisemitism becomes a political strategy? In this week’s CUFI Weekly, we take a closer look at the growing use of anti-Israel and antisemitic rhetoric in political discourse, and what it means for the Jewish community, Israel, and those who stand against hatred. From…
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Before America makes another deal, ask this question
Throughout history, nations have made promises, signed agreements, and entered into deals with the expectation that those commitments would be honored. But history also shows us what happens when promises are broken and why understanding the past matters when making decisions about the future. In...
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Washington is asking the wrong questions about Iran
In this week's episode of CUFI Weekly, we examine one of the most pressing foreign policy challenges facing the United States: Iran.As Washington debates its next steps, are policymakers asking the right questions—or focusing on the wrong ones entirely? We break down why decisive action, not...
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12 Children the World Chose to Forget
Two years ago, a Hezbollah rocket struck a soccer field in Majdal Shams, murdering 12 Druze children and teenagers. We remember their lives, and we confront what this attack revealed about Hezbollah and the terrorists it represents. There is also a battle being waged for the minds of our…
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This New Lie About Jesus Is Spreading
As the Jewish people observe Tisha B’Av and mourn the destruction of the Temples in Jerusalem, we reflect on their ancient, unbroken connection to the Holy City. We also confront a growing falsehood promoted by online talking heads: the claim that Jesus was not Jewish. Scripture leaves no room…
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Israel Helped a Nation That Hated It
On this week's CUFI weekly, we examine Israel's decision to send humanitarian aid and disaster relief to Venezuela—even after years of hostility, severed diplomatic relations, and the Maduro regime's alignment with Iran, Syria, and other adversaries. In a world where many are quick to post,...
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When "Christ Is King" Is Used as a Weapon
Jesus taught that the greatest commandment is to love God with all your heart, soul, and mind—and the second is like it: love your neighbor as yourself. Those two commands are inseparable. In this week's CUFI Weekly, we examine how a phrase as profound as "Christ is King" is being twisted by some...
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America at 250, Why Freedom Still Matters
As America prepares to celebrate 250 years of independence, we have more than a milestone to commemorate—we have a legacy to defend. This week, we reflect on the American experiment: the God-given freedoms that have made our nation a beacon of hope, the opportunities that lie ahead, and the...
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Did the U.S. Just Give Iran What It Wanted?
On this episode of CUFI Weekly as the United States and Iran enter a 60-day negotiating period under a new Memorandum of Understanding—we ask should anyone trust the regime in Tehran? Kasim examines the new U.S.-Iran Memorandum of Understanding, what it means for Israel and the wider Middle East,...
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Has God Replaced Israel? The Truth Most Christians Never Hear
In this week's edition of the The Weekly, Pastor Bob Scott, CUFI's Ministry Engagement Director, tackles the questions and arguments surrounding the effort to undermine the modern Jewish connection to God, His Word, and the land of Israel.
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How Did America Get To This?
This week, Kasim reflects on the anniversary of D-Day and the extraordinary courage of those who stormed the beaches of Normandy to defeat the Nazi menace and defend freedom around the world. Yet just days later, America witnessed the troubling reality of a candidate bearing a Nazi tattoo winning…
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Iran Attacked Kuwait. Why the Silence? | CUFI Weekly
On this episode of CUFI Weekly, an unprovoked attack on Kuwait is met with global silence, and what this tells us about the information war being waged against Israel and the Jewish people, and why it’s so key for us and our future generations to use discernment in the content we consume.
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The Rise of Anti-Jewish Hate in American Politics | CUFI Weekly
In this episode of CUFI Weekly, as a candidate in a Texas Democratic runoff announced she wanted to “put American Zionists in internment camps,” Kasim examines the growing mainstreaming of antisemitic rhetoric in American discourse and how outrage, hostility, and conspiracy against Israel and the...
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My First Memorial Day as an American Citizen | CUFI Weekly
As Americans prepare to honor Memorial Day, Kasim reflects on experiencing this tradition for the first time as a U.S. citizen. This episode is a reminder that Memorial Day is about honoring those who gave their lives in defense of freedom and in the fight against evil.At a time when hateful...
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The Day Jerusalem Was Reborn | CUFI Weekly
On this episode of CUFI Weekly, as Jerusalem Day and Israel’s Independence Day on the Gregorian calendar fall on the same day, we explore the miracle of Israel’s rebirth and the reunification of Jerusalem—a city now open to people of all faiths. Even in the midst of war, terror, and uncertainty,...
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American Jewish History IS American History | CUFI Weekly
This week on CUFI Weekly, we honor American Jewish Heritage Month by celebrating the extraordinary contributions Jewish Americans have made to the United States — from medicine and military service to science, culture, and innovation. As antisemitism rises and voices seek to “other” the Jewish...
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Another attack: What is the future for Great Britain's Jewish community | CUFI Weekly
As King Charles of Great Britain arrived in the United States on a state visit, there are some serious issues we must discuss in Great Britain. Every day, a new antisemitic attack is reported. Is this a chilling insight into what could happen right here in the United States, or can we change…
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Israel at 78: Still Standing Against All Odds | CUFI Weekly
The CUFI Weekly celebrates Israel’s 78th Independence Day and the miracle of a nation that overcame impossible odds. Surrounded by enemies and forged through sacrifice, Israel became a global force for innovation, medicine, technology,and hope. Join us as we honor 78 years of courage, resilience,...
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I Was Muslim. Here’s the Truth About "Muslims Love Jesus." | CUFI Weekly
A growing narrative is being pushed into Christian communities claiming that Islam “honors” Jesus—often not to promote understanding, but to weaponize faith against the Jewish people and the State of Israel. This week, we examine how that message is being used, what Islamic sources actually say...
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Why this Ceasefire Changes Everything | CUFI Weekly
A two-week "ceasefire" comes into effect between the United States and the regime in Iran. Will this lead to an end to the war? It's impossible to know as negotiations begin this weekend in Pakistan. While a decisive blow was struck to the regime, we must remember the nature of the evil regime…
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Palm Sunday, War, and a Viral Lie About Israel | CUFI Weekly
As Israelis face a relentless barrage of missiles from the Iranian regime, a flashpoint in Jerusalem is being weaponized by anti-Israel voices to push the false claim that the Jewish state is anti-Christian. This week, we break down the facts behind the incident, expose how real Christian...
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Imagine living like this in 2026... | CUFI Weekly
As antisemitic attacks rise worldwide, a dangerous pattern is being ignored. This episode exposes the growing violence targeting Jewish communities and the emergence of Harakat Ashab al-Yamin al-Islamiya—a group already linked to attacks in Europe. In a moment that demands moral clarity, we...
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The Propaganda War Against Israel | CUFI Weekly
In the midst of the 1967 Six-Day War, as the IDF was making stunning victories, the Voice of the Arabs radio pumped out messages such as We are on the verge of entering Tel Aviv". In 2026, while the means of delivery have changed, the propaganda claiming Israel's destruction during the current...
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The Narrative vs. The Reality
As the strikes against the regime in Iran continue, one of the first victims of this conflict has been the truth. As talking heads choose fiction over fact, and while the regime escalates its attacks—including launching illegal cluster munitions toward Israeli population centers—Israeli families...
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What Iran started we will finish
As headlines focus on the U.S.–Israel strikes on the regime in Iran, it’s time to confront the truth behind the conflict. In this episode, Kasim challenges the narrative that America is fighting “Israel’s war” and highlights the regime’s decades-long record of hostility toward the United States...
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Dangerous Lies About Israel and Iran
As talks with Iran dominate headlines, its time to learn the reality behind the rhetoric. In this episode, Kasim challenges the false narrative that Israel is driving conflict and refocuses attention on the Iranian regime’s long record of brutality, global terror, and repression of its own…
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The Biggest Lie About Jewish Americans
Despite a surge of online antisemitism—including viral posts that twist Torah verses out of context—the truth tells a very different story. Jewish Americans have long strengthened the fabric of the United States in every field, from science and public service to culture and national defense. That...
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Tucker Carlson Is Wrong About Christians in Israel
This week on CUFI Weekly, Kasim fact-checks Tucker Carlson’s claims about Christians in Israel that he made while on his field trip to Jordan. We discuss how influential voices are distorting the reality of religious freedom and the Christian experience in the Jewish state. We separate fact from...
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Inside Hamas Captivity—A Hostage Survivor Speaks Out
This week on the CUFI weekly, Kasim sits down with YairHorn, who spent 498 days in captivity after being taken hostage by Hamas on October 7, 2023. He shares his harrowing experience of being taken hostage and the strength that carried him through captivity. His testimony cuts through noise and...
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All Hostages Are Home, But the Fight Isn’t Over
This week brought a moment of relief as the body of Ran Givili was returned to Israel, and no hostages remain in Gaza for the first time since 2014. Yet the trauma, PTSD, and lasting wounds carried by survivors and the Jewish people endure long after the cameras turn away. In a moment when others...
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Ignorance, Clicks, and the Cost to Jewish Lives
As anti-Israel influencers in Miami parade their ignorance for clicks, and a handful of church leaders in the holy land rail against Christian Zionism, we must question their motivation. All of this stokes antisemitism that continues to spread at a pace this nation has not seen in generations. As...
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Loud on Israel, Silent on Iran
As the courageous people of Iran take to the streets to protest the brutal regime that has held them hostage for over four decades, interestingly those who were so vocal on our streets, in the media and on the red carpet claiming to be defenders of human rights are silent as the Islamic regime in...
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Entertainment Isn’t Truth - Stop Believing Their Lies
A new year and the same old voices spreading the oldest hatred. Antisemitism has always been the virus that mutates and adapts. In 2026, it has mutated to line the pockets of popular podcast personalities whose mix of half-truths, falsifications, and outright lies is presented as “just asking...
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Bondi Beach Hanukkah Attack
In the wake of the horrific attack on a Jewish family celebrating Hanukkah in Bondi Beach in Australia, we cannot shy away from the reality that this is result of years of demonization and the normalization of Jew hate across the world. Ad 2025 becomes 2026 we must ask ourselves what is our...
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When Hate Blinds Patriotism
Over 250,000 American servicemen died fighting Nazi Germany, yet in 2025, we have seen a surge in praise of Adolf Hitler and the Nazis right here in America. There is something deeply troubling that those who claim to care about America are now lionizing those who killed so many American…
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Born a Jew in Bethlehem: The Truth About Jesus’ Identity
As we approach Christmas and remember the birth of Jesus, in addition to the Christmas traditions we are so accustomed to, we will see the promotion of an insidious lie used to delegitimize Jewish history and the Bible itself, the lie that Jesus is a Palestinian.
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What has Israel done for me?
Israel is relentlessly smeared and demonized, while online "activists" virtue signal without lifting a finger beyond hitting send on their phones. Israel has for decades been answering the call when nations are in distress, and that includes being there in America's moments of need.
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What Kristallnacht and Veterans Day Teach Us
This week marked two vastly different days: the commemoration of Kristallnacht, the Nazi pogrom of 1938, which foreshadowed the horrors of the Holocaust, and Veterans Day in America, where we honor all those who have served our nation and opposed evil. The juxtaposition leads us to ask what path…
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Why does the world still hate the Jews?
While antisemitism is not new, it is known as the oldest hatred, yet it is a virus that mutates and finds new victims to infect. We are seeing a surge in antisemitic conspiracies and Jew hatred masquerading as patriotism. It begs the question, why the Jews?
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The Right Getting it Wrong
Since the October 7th massacre, we’ve increasingly seen the vilification of Israel and the Jewish people on the political fringes, but more and more we are seeing certain media personalities looking to mainstream Jew hatred. Just as vocally as we call it out on the antisemitism widespread now on...
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A view from the hill
This week, we are joined by Senior Director of Public Policy and Strategy for the CUFI Action Fund, Boris Zilberman. We discuss all the recent developments in the Middle East, the future of the ceasefire, Vice President Vance’s visit to Israel, and what we can expect on Capitol Hill in the coming...
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They're Finally Home
As Israelis rejoiced at the return of the 20 living hostages from Gaza after two years in captivity, families still await the remains of their loved ones who were murdered and their bodies held in Gaza. Tragedy and triumph intermingle constantly in Jewish history, and while we may be looking at…
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The CUFI Minute is another way to enjoy CUFI's online news and analysis segment, the CUFI Weekly. Featuring host Kasim Hafeez, this microcast is a quick yet in-depth topical segment you can listen to while commuting to work or making your afternoon cup of coffee. In under 10 minutes a week, learn about the history behind many threats facing Israel, the significance of important holidays and anniversaries throughout the year, and what’s happening in Israel and the broader Middle East.
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The CUFI Minute is another way to enjoy CUFI's online news and analysis segment, the CUFI Weekly. Featuring host Kasim Hafeez, this microcast is a quick yet in-depth topical segment you can listen to while commuting to work or making your afternoon cup of coffee. In under 10 minutes a week, learn...
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