RONZHEIMER. Politics and War

From Jerusalem, Paul Ronzheimer speaks with Israel’s Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar about the tense final hours before a possible deal between Israel and Hamas. Sa’ar reveals new details of Donald Trump’s 72-hour hostage plan - and warns that the former US president “won’t have the nerves to wait any longer.” What role does Trump’s impatience play in the fragile peace process? How far is Israel rea...

On Friday, Donald Trump might finally turn away from Vladimir Putin. That’s when the deadline set by the U.S. President for the Russian dictator expires. If Russia does not agree to halt or end the war, American sanctions are looming. But will Trump really take action? Or will he back down again? Paul Ronzheimer discusses this with Kenneth Weinstein, foreign policy expert at the Hudson Institute....

The Iranian regime survived its confrontation with Israel and the United States - for now. But what does the future hold for the clerical leadership in Tehran? Paul Ronzheimer speaks with Reza Pahlavi, a figure of hope for many Iranians in exile and a leading voice against the regime. The son of the late Shah lives abroad and calls for the overthrow of the Islamic Republic. But can he deliver on t...

Paul Ronzheimer meets Tucker Carlson, a vocal supporter and close confidant of U.S. President Donald Trump. In a two-hour interview, they discuss how to deal with Putin, the risk of nuclear war between the U.S. and Russia, and the significance of the Epstein files for Trump and the mood within the MAGA movement. If you like the podcast, don’t forget to like and subscribe! Do you have questions, cr...

Paul meets the Israeli Foreign Minister for an interview! What does Israel really want to achieve in the war against Iran? What happens if the U.S. stays out? And is there still a chance for diplomacy? If you like the podcast, don’t forget to like and subscribe! Do you have questions, criticism, or topic suggestions? Write to us at ronzheimer@axelspringer.com or use the feedback function on Spotif...

Paul meets Israeli President Isaac Herzog in Jerusalem. What role does Trump play in Israel’s decision to move forward? What are their exact objectives – and how much of a threat does Iran pose to the U.S. and Europe? If you like the podcast, don’t forget to like and subscribe! Do you have questions, criticism, or topic suggestions? Write to us at ronzheimer@axelspringer.com or use the feedback fu...

She was taken from her home at gunpoint. For months, Raz Ben Ami lived as a hostage in Gaza—held captive by Hamas after the brutal October 7th attack on her Kibbutz in Israel. In this deeply personal and harrowing episode, Paul Ronzheimer speaks with Raz about the horrors of her captivity, the psychological toll of being used as a human shield, and the long road back to freedom. How did she surviv...

For the government of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, an attack on Iran's nuclear program in response to the Mullah regime’s assault on Israel with over 200 rockets remains an option, despite strong opposition from the U.S., as stated by Israeli Minister for Strategic Affairs Ron Dermer in an interview with BILD Deputy Editor Paul Ronzheimer. If you like the podcast, don’t forget to lik...

One year ago, on October 7, 2023, Palestinian terrorists committed the worst massacre of Jews since the Holocaust. However, instead of showing solidarity with Israel, antisemitism is growing stronger. And politics responds with platitudes and empty rhetoric. In this episode, Paul Ronzheimer speaks with Axel Springer CEO Mathias Döpfner about the attack on Israel and its consequences. Döpfner is sh...

Paul Ronzheimer traveled to Chicago to follow the Democratic National Convention (DNC) live at the United Center. In the end, he sat down with the Editor-in-Chief of Politico, John Harris, to reflect on the spectacle. What are Kamala Harris’s real chances? If you like the podcast, don’t forget to like and subscribe! Do you have questions, criticism, or topic suggestions? Write to us at ronzheimer@...

Journalist Paul Ronzheimer is interviewing Tzachi Hanegbi, Benjamin Netanyahu’s National Security Advisor. After the killings of two top terrorists from Hamas and Hezbollah, Iran is reportedly preparing a direct strike against Israel. Is Israel prepared for an Iranian attack? Is a new major war approaching the Middle East? In this exclusive interview, Mr. Hanegbi directed threatening words at the...

Many German politicians still remember him well – and may soon have to deal with him again: Richard Grenell was the U.S. Ambassador to Berlin under Donald Trump, is considered a close confidant of Trump, and could become Secretary of State if Trump wins the election. What makes this man, who could soon be one of the most powerful politicians in the world, tick? Paul Ronzheimer meets Grenell at the...

The whole world is talking about him right now: Viktor Orban has sparked massive criticism with his visit to Vladimir Putin and the plan for a "peace mission." Paul Ronzheimer met Orban at his official residence in Budapest. Why did he really travel to Moscow, and what did the Russian president say to him? Why should there be a chance for peace talks right now? And how does Orban handle the critic...

Historic Verdict: Donald Trump has been found guilty on all 34 counts by a New York jury in the hush money trial. No former president has ever been criminally charged, let alone convicted. Paul Ronzheimer discusses this with US correspondent Herbert Bauernebel, who has been following the Trump trial live. Will Donald Trump now go to prison? What exactly is he being accused of? And what are the imp...

It’s an unprecedented event, a political sensation: the Russian dictator is restructuring his power apparatus, replacing the defense minister, and redistributing key positions. But what’s behind these promotions and dismissals? Which personnel has Putin brought to Moscow? And what does Gerhard Schröder have to do with the new war minister? Paul Ronzheimer analyzes the massive changes in the Kremli...

English version of the podcast by journalist and war correspondent Paul Ronzheimer. Paul reports from all war and crisis regions of the world, meets politicians, soldiers, and resistance fighters. He's as close as hardly anyone else - and was awarded Journalist of the Year 2022 for it. In the podcast, he takes you into his never predictable, crazy, and sometimes very dangerous life. Directly from...