In this episode of the ILTV Podcast, host and Executive Editor Maayan Hoffman sits down with Ambassador Eitan Na’eh, Israel’s first envoy to Bahrain after the Abraham Accords. Na’eh reflects on his tenure in the Gulf, the pressures of the Gaza war, and why the Palestinian issue continues to resonate deeply across every Arab-Muslim country.

Na’eh explains that while ties between Israel and Bahrain endured one of their toughest tests during the war, the foundations of the relationship remain strong. He shares insights from his conversations with Bahrain’s leadership, revealing that the next stage is not just building, but truly developing these historic ties.

From diplomacy under fire to the future of Israeli-Arab relations, Na’eh offers a candid look at the challenges and opportunities ahead — and why Israel can be both part of the problem and a key part of the solution.