In our latest episode, Florida International University's JGI Policy Pulse, brought to you by the Jack Gordon Institute at the Steven J. Green School of International & Public Affairs, delves deep into the unrelenting conflict between Israel and Hamas. Host Leland Lazarus is joined by Eric Lob, an expert in Middle Eastern politics at FIU, to explore the dire consequences of the recent Hamas attack on Israel. This is a continuing saga that goes beyond headlines, acknowledging the human impact and ongoing tensions in the region. Join us for a sobering discussion that delves into the heart of the matter, demanding our unwavering attention and understanding. 

Dr. Lob is an associate professor in the Department of Politics and International Relations. His research focuses on the intersection of development and politics in the Middle East. It specifically explores how state and non-state actors in the region instrumentalize development as a soft power mechanism to further their political interests both domestically and internationally.