‘Misgav Mideast Horzions’, a podcast by the Misgav Institute for National Security, is designed for anyone who wants to understand the quickly-changing realities of the Middle East, beyond the headlines, slogans and noise. Hosts Lahav Harkov and Asher Fredman speak with newsmakers, agenda-setters and top experts to not only explain the burning issues and critical developments in the region, but to highlight future opportunities and trends. The Misgav Institute is Israel’s leading national security policy center, dedicated to shaping a Middle East future of security, stability, prosperity and peace.
This special inaugural episode of Misgav Mideast Horizons features Ambassador Robert C. O’Brien, who served as the United States National Security Advisor under President Trump from 2019 to 2021. Ambassador O’Brien continues to advise President Trump as a member of the President’s Intelligence Advisory Board, and serves as chairman of American Global Strategies LLC. He was one of the key architects of the historic Abraham Accords, oversaw the maximum pressure campaign on Iran, bolstered America’s cooperation with Indo-Pacific allies, and played a central role in enhancing U.S. military strength. Prior to this role, he was the U.S. Special Envoy for Hostage Affairs, involved in the return of over 25 American hostages and detainees. Ambassador O’Brien is also a member of the Misgav Institute’s International Advisory Board.