The Frontier

Benjamin Netanyahu is seeking an endorsement from Donald Trump ahead of an upcoming Israeli election, where he faces significant challenges.

Donald Trump criticized Benjamin Netanyahu's public statements regarding Iran, claiming he already knows about activities at "Pickaxe Mountain" and would take action if no deal is reached.

Jasper Nathaniel suggests the political interests of Trump (ending the Iran war) and Netanyahu (maintaining a wartime prime minister status) are now in direct opposition, causing tension.

A poll conducted by The Economist and YouGov from July 25-27 shows 49% of Americans support arresting Benjamin Netanyahu if he enters the US, while 27% oppose it.

Jasper Nathaniel reports that West Bank settlers are aggressively seizing land, particularly in Area C (over 60% of the West Bank), and are now targeting Areas A and B before a potential Israeli government change.

Jasper Nathaniel details a recent incident where armed settlers entered the Palestinian village of Tell, resulting in six deaths (two Israeli, four Palestinian), including a settler killed by a Palestinian and an Israeli soldier potentially by friendly fire.

Benjamin Netanyahu expedited the legalization of new outposts after the Tell incident, confirming Jasper Nathaniel's view that settler violence is a deliberate strategy to annex West Bank land.

Jasper Nathaniel argues that liberal Zionist positions, like supporting a two-state solution or blaming only the "extreme Netanyahu government," are disconnected from the reality of settler violence and Israeli politics.

Shopify CEO Tobias Lütke endorsed a tax-tiered voting system that would remove voting rights from non-income taxpayers and reclassify pension recipients as dependents, arguing for representation based on tax contributions.

Emily and Krystal Ball contend that tech oligarchs seek greater control, believing they are superior and that concentrated power in their hands is inevitable and beneficial, leading to anti-democratic proposals.

Elon Musk displayed a casual attitude towards the potential for AI to destroy humanity during an interview with The Economist, comparing it to the universe's eventual heat death.

Krystal Ball criticizes Elon Musk for failing to use his influence in the Trump administration to promote global cooperation or establish guardrails for AI development, despite his past concerns.

A new poll for the Wisconsin Democratic gubernatorial primary shows DSA-aligned candidate Francesca Hong leading with 44% of the vote, with David Crowley at 15% and Mandela Barnes at 14%.

Public backlash against data centers is a top voting issue for Wisconsin Democratic primary voters, and Francesca Hong was the only candidate to support a one-year moratorium on their construction.

DSA-aligned candidates, including Francesca Hong, Mi-Lak Kiros (Colorado), Troy Jackson (Maine), Peggy Flanagan (Minnesota), and Abdul El-Sayed (Michigan), are finding success by offering moral clarity and clear policy stances.

A Michigan poll shows Abdul El-Sayed leading Haley Stevens by 10 points (48% to 37%) despite significant AIPAC spending against him, reflecting a shift in Democratic primary voter preferences.

A new Texas Public Opinion Research poll shows Tallerico leading Ken Paxton by five points in the Texas governor's race, with a significant shift of Latino voters to Tallerico.

Emily and Krystal Ball agree Ken Paxton is a weaker candidate than Ted Cruz was in 2018, noting Paxton's corrupt reputation and impeachment in the Texas House alienate traditional Republican voters.

Iran launched a surprise ballistic missile attack on a US base in Jordan at 5:45 pm ET, which US CENTCOM claimed were all intercepted, though regional footage suggests some impacts occurred.

President Trump responded to the Iranian attack by stating the US would 'beat the f***ing s*** out of them,' signaling an end to negotiations and potential for further escalation.

The US and Saudi Arabia conducted joint airstrikes on Iran-backed Iraqi Shia militias, reportedly killing around 22 fighters, following over 30 IRGC-directed drone attacks.

Iranian attacks on Saudi Aramco facilities led to the shutdown of a refinery with a 400,000-barrel-a-day capacity, contributing to rising oil prices.

Iran's senior officials assert the Strait of Hormuz will not return to its pre-war status, are prepared to keep it closed, and reject restoring the southern shipping lane.

Iran is only willing to negotiate with Oman, not Washington, regarding the Strait of Hormuz, and believes military pressure will not force concessions.

Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister stated Iran is operating as if it's no longer an NPT member, without IAEA inspections, and is debating fully leaving the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty.

Following major escalation, every transiting vessel in the Strait of Hormuz uses Iran's designated route, with none utilizing the US-promoted alternative, indicating Iran's control.

Alex Holder's documentary filmed Senator Lindsey Graham for 4.5 years, showing his high-level access to foreign leaders like Benjamin Netanyahu and his role in foreign policy discussions.

A clip from Holder's film shows Lindsey Graham coordinating with Netanyahu to gather senators' support for a letter opposing an ICC arrest warrant, seeking bipartisan Democratic involvement.

Lindsey Graham's relationships with figures like Donald Trump were strategic, with golf playing a key role in allowing Graham to influence the President on policy matters.

Emily notes that despite the Iran war's unpopularity, a Washington Post/Ipsos poll from April shows Republicans are now trusted slightly more than Democrats on the issue, a 2-point swing.