# Israel, Iran and the Unraveling of the Proxies

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Podcast: [Anabaptist Theological Perspectives](https://stenobird.com/podcast/anabaptist-theological-perspectives-7015144)
Published: 2026-01-03T18:05:49+00:00
Episode link: https://JerryEicher.podbean.com/e/israel-iran-and-the-unraveling-of-the-proxies-a-middle-east-wake-up/
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Host Jerry Eicher of Anabaptist Theological Perspectives offers a solo, concise overview of the current Middle East situation, concentrating on Israel, the Iranian protests, and the collapse of Iran’s regional proxy network (Syria, Lebanon/Hezbollah, Gaza/Hamas, Yemen/Houthi).Jerry reviews recent flashpoints—from the October 7 Hamas attack and Israel’s military tactics to U.S. responses under President Trump—and explains how strategy, technology, and shifting politics have altered the regional landscape.The episode closes with theological reflections on biblical prophecy, Israel’s resilience and identity, and the possible political trajectories for Iran and its neighbors.

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