The Rush to Recognize a Palestinian State Part 1 – with Dr. Michael Oren

The Rush to Recognize a Palestinian State Part 1 – with Dr. Michael Oren

Author: Boundless Israel, Inc. August 4, 2025 Duration: 17:40

We want to hear from you. Send questions and comments to podcast@boundlessisrael.org or message Aviva on X at @avivaklompas.

France, the United Kingdom, and Canada have each announced they plan to recognize a Palestinian state this September at the United Nations General Assembly.

The move has been harshly criticized by Israeli and U.S. officials, who argue it rewards Hamas and risks further undermining hostage negotiations. 

Host Aviva Klompas is joined by Dr. Michael Oren—former Israeli Ambassador to the U.S., historian, and veteran strategic analyst—to discuss the implications. They examine whether recognition is symbolic or substantive, the domestic and diplomatic motivations behind it, whether other countries are poised to follow, and how Israel should respond in strategy and rhetoric. 

They also reflect on what this moment reveals about the ideological divide between liberal democracies and rising Islamist influence across Europe and the Middle East.

New Words from Dr. Oren: 

Solipsism - the quality of being very self-centered or selfish


In a world of endless takes and heated debates, finding clarity on issues facing Israel, antisemitism, and American Jewish life can feel overwhelming. Boundless Insights-with Aviva Klompas cuts through the noise with thoughtful, in-depth conversations designed to empower rather than just inform. This isn't about surface-level opinions; it's about engaging with the complex perspectives and difficult questions that define these critical topics. Each episode of the podcast brings you closer to understanding the nuances often lost in broader commentary, fostering a space for genuine dialogue. You'll hear discussions that are as substantive as they are accessible, moving from historical context to contemporary challenges. The goal is to provide listeners with a trusted resource-a place to find not just information, but the tools for deeper reflection. Tune in for a podcast that values thoughtful exploration over easy answers, all aimed at making sense of a complicated landscape.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 152

Boundless Insights - with Aviva Klompas
Podcast Episodes
The Rules Only Israel Has to Follow – with John Spencer [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:24
We want to hear from you. Send questions and comments to podcast@boundlessisrael.org or message Aviva on X at @avivaklompas.Israel is fighting two wars: one on the ground in Gaza—and another in the court of global opinio…
Canada’s Antisemitism Crisis – with Melissa Lantsman [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:06
Antisemitism in Canada has exploded in ways that few could have imagined. Attacks on synagogues, Jewish schools, and businesses have become frighteningly common.How did it get this bad in a country that prides itself on…
Gaza at a Boiling Point - with Jonathan Conricus [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:46
Host Aviva Klompas is joined by Lt. Colonel (Res.) Jonathan Conricus to discuss the escalating pressure on Israel—from mounting international outrage over the humanitarian situation in Gaza to the breakdown of hostage ne…
Deadlock in Gaza – with Dr. Michael Oren [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:15
Prime Minister Netanyahu’s recent visit to Washington made headlines and raised expectations. He met twice with President Trump, and both leaders suggested that a deal to release hostages was within reach. But on the gro…
How Iran and Hamas Mainstreamed Anti-Zionism - with Jeffrey Herf [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:28
In this episode, Dr. Rachel Fish talks with historian Dr. Jeffrey Herf, a leading expert on Nazism, the Holocaust, antisemitism, and the connections between Europe and the Middle East. Dr. Herf explains how antisemitism…