CUFI Weekly

A 25-year-old Israeli student was murdered by a terrorist, but it was not an isolated event. Over the past few weeks, Israel has been facing the resurgence of terror attacks. Palestinian terrorism continues to devastate the lives of countless Israelis, and it must be stopped. In this week’s episode of the CUFI Minute, Kasim discusses recent terror attacks in Israel and why we must refuse to be sil...

A storm has been brewing between Turkey and the West for some time. Turkey, a NATO ally and the first Muslim-majority country to establish diplomatic relations with Israel in 1949, has changed since its current president, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, came into power in 2003. The regime has become vitriolic in its rhetoric about Israel, a safe haven for terrorists, and a suppressor of freedom of religion....

For years, Iranian-backed terrorist army Hezbollah has stockpiled rockets to attack Israel. Recently, Israel has announced plans to invest in preparing for war with Hezbollah and other pro-Iranian militia in Lebanon and Syria. Learn from CEO and founder of Alma Research and Education Center, Sarit Zehavi, how a mother of five and Lieutenant Colonel (Res.) views the threats on Israel's norther...

In this episode, Kasim and Corina discuss the landmark events on Israel's road to rebirth as a modern nation. From the Balfour Declaration to various partition plans to Israel's declaration of independence, God's hand was on Israel, and her rebirth as a modern nation showcases His faithfulness to His people. Plus, Cherith Runyon, CUFI on Campus Field Coordinator, provides a special biblical encour...

In this episode, Kasim and Corina tackle common misconceptions about why Christians support Israel, including opposing viewpoints and Bible verses used. Tune in to learn how to answer these misconceptions and defend Israel and the Jewish people. Plus, hear a biblical encouragement from CUFI Idaho State Coordinator, Pastor Dave McGarrah.

In this episode, Kasim is joined by Israeli comedian Molly Livingstone as they discuss the challenges, opportunities, and lighter moments of living in Israel. Find out more about how Israelis can find humor even in the toughest of times. Plus, hear an encouraging biblical message from CUFI Social Media Associate, Bri Williams.

In this episode, Kasim and Corina celebrate the CUFI Middle East Briefing podcast's one year anniversary with special guest, Raj Nair. Raj is the co-founder and media director of CUFI's Israel Collective initiative. Find out more about how the Israel Collective team inspires young influencers to support Israel and the Jewish people by showing them Israel's heart—and letting God do the rest.

In this episode, Kasim and Corina are joined by Joe Richards, a dynamic and engaging founder of several non-profits whose personal story tied to 9/11 reminds us of how important it is to never forget that tragic day. Plus, receive a biblical encouragement from CUFI on Campus Regional Coordinator, Cherith Runyon.

In this episode, join Kasim and Corina as they talk to Kirby Calhoun, a 13-year army combat veteran who served a stint in Afghanistan, about recent events in the country. Plus, Randy Neal, CUFI’s National Outreach Director and Field Coordinator, shares a personal and powerful biblical encouragement

In this week’s episode, Kasim and Corina are joined by CUFI’s Senior Director of Policy and Communications, Ari Morgenstern, and Director of Public Policy and Strategy at the CUFI Action Fund, Boris Zilberman, to discuss Lebanon’s recent attack against Israel. Learn how terrorist army Hezbollah is ruining Lebanon in the pursuit of its goal of destroying Israel. Plus, hear an encouraging biblical m...

In this episode, meet Delegate Kayla Kessinger, a dynamic and well-spoken woman of the Word with a passion for the United States and Israel. Hear her story and find out how God has uniquely positioned you to support Israel for such a time as this. Plus, hear a special biblical encouragement from CUFI's Josh Ahrens, Director of the Israel Collective.

In this episode, Kasim and Corina interview Ambassador Michael Oren and delve into the US-Israel relationship, antisemitism, and more. And hear biblical encouragement from CUFI Field Coordinator Kirby Calhoun.

In this episode, Kasim is joined by Dr. Sheila Nazarian. Born in New York to a Jewish family from Iran that wanted to obtain birthright citizenship for her in the U.S. due to Iran becoming an Islamic republic as a result of the 1979 Iranian Revolution, Nazarian and her family returned to Iran and were not permitted to leave. When Nazarian was six, she and her family were smuggled out of Iran into...

In this episode, Kasim and Corina will sit down with Sandra Parker, Chairwoman of the CUFI Action Fund. Hear about CUFI's special solidarity mission to Israel with Ambassador Nikki Haley and the CUFI team's meeting with the Foreign Minister of the UAE. Get an update on CUFI's legislative efforts through the Action Fund--plus, hear a biblical encouragement from Raj Nair from the Israel Collective.

In this episode, Kasim and Corina ask social media guru Zina Rakhamilova for tips about how to be an effective pro-Israel advocate online and combat antisemitism on social media. Plus, hear a special biblical  encouragement from CUFI's National Outreach Director, Randy Neal.

In this episode, Kasim and his new co-host Corina have a heartfelt conversation with Daniel Pomerantz, CEO of Honest Reporting, about life in Israel during the recent Gaza-Israel conflict, Operation Guardian of the Walls. Hear directly from Jerusalem how difficult life under fire has been for our friends in Israel, especially in light of biased and false media coverage, and be encouraged...

In this episode, Kasim and Corina are joined by Daniel Koren, Executive Director of Hasbara Fellowship Canada. Learn about the unique challenges for the Canadian Jewish and pro-Israel communities on college campuses as well as how covid-19 has contributed to a spike in antisemitism in the past year. Plus, hear special biblical encouragement from the Israel Collective's Outreach Coordinator, Sammy...

In this episode, Kasim is joined by writer, activist, and founder of Indians 4 Israel, Vijeta Unyal. Listen in on a fascinating discussion about India-Israel relations as well as biblical encouragement for how you unite with others to stand with Israel.

In this episode, Kasim speaks candidly with Anne Herzberg, NGO Monitor's Legal Advisor and United Nations Representative, about the International Criminal Court's recent decision to investigate Israel for alleged war crimes against Palestinians in Gaza, the West Bank, and East Jerusalem since 2014 despite not having any jurisdiction over Israel. Tune in to understand this development and its...

The challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic have adversely affected everyone. As he sits down with Kasim, learn from Magen David Adom's Uriel Goldberg how Israel has combatted the virus, protected all its citizens, and rolled out a world-leading vaccination program. Magen David Adom is Israel's national emergency medical, disaster, ambulance and blood bank service which has headed up the distribu...

In this episode, Kasim sits down with British-Israeli analyst, writer, and journalist of Middle Eastern affairs, Jonathan Spyer, and the two discuss Iran and its proxies. Learn how Iran exercises its malevolent influence across the region and how a US-Iran Deal could reshape the Middle East and harm our ally, Israel. And don't miss a special biblical encouragement from one of CUFI on Campus's Regi...

In this episode, Kasim is joined by the lively and engaging Ze'ev Orenstein, Director of International Affairs at the City of David Project. They discuss the Jewish people's rich history in the Land of Israel and explore exciting archaeological discoveries that provide irrefutable proof of the continuous presence of the Jewish people in their ancestral homeland for thousands of years. Listen in to...

In this episode, prepare to be astounded by special guest Lt. Col. Eyal Dror (IDF Res.), the founder and commander of Israel’s 2016 Operation Good Neighbor, a humanitarian aid project that helped thousands of needy Syrians—although Syria is technically an enemy state. You'll be inspired by Israel's compassion and the impact it had upon Syrian men, women, and children to love your neighbor who...

In this episode, CUFI’s Communications Associate Corina Cater steps in for your usual host, Kasim Hafeez, while he is out saving the world. She sits down with special guest Shari Dollinger, CUFI’s Co-Executive Director. Hear directly from one of CUFI’s premier fearless leaders, a Jewish wife and mother, why CUFI is a vital part of the pro-Israel tapestry. Find out what CUFI has planned for 2021 an...

In this episode, join your host Kasim Hafeez and special guest Michal Cotler-Wunsh as they discuss BDS, online anti-Semitism, and Cotler-Wunsh’s incredible work as a Member of the Israeli Knesset. Israel is engaged in a war for its very legitimacy, and Cotler-Wunsh views her role as a member of Israel's parliament as a mission to defend Israel on the world’s stage. Learn from this lively conversat...