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The Insider Threat: How The Deep State Undermines America From Within

During his eight-year reign, Barack Obama transformed the US national security, intelligence, and law enforcement bureaucracies as no other president in history, advancing a policy of US diminishment that has undermined our global primacy to this day.

In The Insider Threat, Adam Lovinger draws on more than ten years of experience at the Pentagon to explain how the Obama administration orchestrated this coup.

China's Rising Influence in the South China Sea: Implications for ASEAN and Global Stability

The South China Sea has emerged as a central arena for strategic competition, presenting formidable security, economic, and political challenges. With China’s intensifying claims in the region and strategic tactics aimed at asserting dominance, the region’s stability and ASEAN’s response remain in question. This event will analyze the evolving geopolitical landscape, China’s influence, and the response of ASEAN nations in the face of increasing tension.

John Wohlstetter: Presidential Succession

John Wohlstetter traces the history from the 1787 founding of the American constitutional republic to the present. He covers the relevant provisions of the Constitution, associated laws, and how they worked in practice. John also traces the history of presidential protection, with special emphasis on the evolving role of the Secret Service, plus sections on continuity of government and mass casualty events. Wohlstetter offers conclusions and recommendations for addressing unresolved problems.

Assessment of the assassination attempt on President Donald Trump, Briefing # 2

Briefing: Larry Cunningham (USSS-Ret) discusses the Trump Assassination Attempt

Washington, DC, July 14, 2024—Watch a briefing by Gold Institute Senior Fellow and former US Secret Service Agent-in-Charge Larry Cunningham as he provides an assessment of today’s assassination attempt on President Donald Trump. This is for Gold Institute fellows, Ambassadors, and several close friends. To Support the Gold Institute for International Strategy visit: https://goldiis.org/donate-to-foreign-policy-solutions-dc

Protecting America: A Briefing by Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares

While the Biden Administration and federal agencies have been slow or unresponsive to the rise of antisemitism and pro-Hamas activity on college campuses and beyond, many state attorneys general have responded quickly and decisively. Watch as the Gold Institute for International Strategy’s President, Eli M. Gold, hosts Jason Miyares, the Attorney General of the Commonwealth of Virginia, for a virtual briefing to discuss the appropriate response to this crisis.

An interview with Olfa Hamdi

Olfa Hamdi leads the Third Republic Party of Tunisia, a political movement advocating for economic freedom, democratic capitalism, and justice system reform in Tunisia. She was a presidential candidate in 2023 and 2024 until President Kais Saied unilaterally modified the electoral law’s age requirements a few weeks before the election, which removed her from the ballot. Her career spans engineering, business leadership, and public service across the United States and Tunisia.

Adam Lovinger participating in Heritage Foundation's weaponization of govt symposium

International Affairs Meeting February 29, 2024

The Gold Institute for International Strategy hosted an interactive International Affairs Meeting. At this meeting, we will hear from various individuals who will discuss ideas, initiatives, and policies they are currently working on, which we should be aware of.

COVID Cartel: Rob Roos MEP Speaks in U.S. Senate

On Monday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) led a roundtable discussion titled “Federal Health Agencies and the COVID Cartel: What Are They Hiding?” Sen. Johnson and a panel of experts exposed the truth about how the COVID Cartel – federal health agencies, Big Pharma, legacy media, and Big Tech – engaged in censorship and coverups. This discussion also shines a light on the failures and corruption of the global elite and their institutions.

Rob Roos MEP (Netherlands), a distinguished fellow at the Gold Institute for International Strategy, discussed the World Health Organization (WHO) and its intent to usurp authority from sovereign nations.

The Geopolitical Impact of The Ayodhya Ram Temple

This engaging Gold Institute for International Strategy (GIIS) discussion titled “The Geopolitical Impact of The Ayodhya Ram Temple” delves into the significance of the Ramayana across the Indo-Pacific region and beyond, shedding light on the geopolitical ramifications stemming from the construction of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, India. The event promises to offer insightful perspectives and foster a deeper understanding of the cultural and political dynamics at play.

Assessing the Impact of Bangladesh's Upcoming Elections on South Asian Geopolitics and Security

On January 3rd, 2024, the Gold Institute for International Strategy hosted a virtual briefing on Assessing the Impact of Bangladesh’s Upcoming Elections on South Asian Geopolitics and Security. This event explored the pivotal role of Bangladesh’s upcoming elections in shaping South Asia’s geopolitical and security landscape.

The Heat: Israel-Hamas Conflict

Senior Fellow Matthew R.J. Brodsky (Min 13:50) effectively appeared on CGTN America to provide counter points on the topic of Hamas’ war in Gaza.

Other participants included:
Mustafa Barghouti is the leader of the Palestinian National Initiative.
Edmund Ghareeb is an Academic and Middle East Expert.
Moien Odeh is Human Rights and International Law Attorney.

Israel at War: Europe's View

The Gold Institute for International Strategy’s president, Eli M. Gold will host a briefing regarding Europe’s views of Hamas’ war on Israel.

During this discussion we will hear from the Gold Institute’s European distinguished fellows, Geoffrey Van Orden CBE (U.K.), Derk Jan Eppink MP (Netherlands), Hermann Tertsch MEP (Spain).

As the situation on the ground in Gaza and Israel is evolving, so is public opinion and that of allies across the globe. This interactive briefing will give participants the opportunity to hear as these representatives describe the views of their countries and neighbors from those.

Maria Maalouf Speaks with Congressman Nick Rahall (D- VA) Regarding COP28

Eli M. Gold Welcomes Ambassador Ümit Yalçın of Turkey to Washington, D.C.

The Gold Institute for International Strategy’s president, Eli M. Gold will host a briefing regarding Europe’s views of Hamas’ war on Israel.

During this discussion we will hear from the Gold Institute’s European distinguished fellows, Geoffrey Van Orden CBE (U.K.), Derk Jan Eppink MP (Netherlands), Hermann Tertsch MEP (Spain).

Unexplored Opportunities: Turkey as a Regional Security Provider (Members)

As we look to the security of Europe and Middle East, Turkey as often overlooked due to her seemingly complex relationships. Listen as Hon. Geoffrey Van Orden CBE speaks with Turkey’s former ambassador to London Ümit Yalçın to unpack this most important issue.

Eli M. Gold Welcomes Major General Mahmoud Hassanin of Egypt to Washington DC

Eli M. Gold Welcomes Hermann Tertsch MEP of Spain

Rebuilding the Transatlantic Bridge

We often hear about the need to rebuild strategic alliances and promote and strengthen the West. When discussing this, we must not forget to understand where the sticking points are, and how to overcome them.

Listen as senior policy director of New Direction think-tank, Robert Tyler, discusses this topic with law and policy makers.
Panelists:
Hon. Rob Roos MEP, (Netherlands)
Hon. Hermann Tertsch, (Spain)
Mr. Joseph Humire, Executive Director, Center for a Secure Free Society

This panel has been sponsored by New Direction think tank.

KEYNOTE: Learning Lessons from the Abraham Accords (Members)

Dr. Kevin Hassett, the 29th Chairman of the President’s Council of Economic Advisors and a key architect of the Abraham Accords provides a his unique perspective of lessons learned from the Abraham Accords and a vision for the future.

Leader or Spoiler: Iran’s Evolving Role in the Middle East (Members)

With an interest by a number of western leaders to normalize relations or create a nuclear understanding with Iran, the country has the opportunity to become a leader or spoiler. Listen as Gold Institute senior fellow, John Wohlstetter, speaks with leading experts to dissect the issue.

Joining Mr. Wohlstetter are:

Derek Harvey – Former U.S. National Security Council (NSC) Senior Director for MENA
David Goldman – Deputy Editor, Asia Times
Adam Lovinger, Vice-President, Gold Institute for International Strategy

Threats and Opportunities posed by New Media Technologies and Practices

The twenty-first century brings us opportunity and advancement in the realm of communication. With this comes opportunity as well as challenges as the influence it has on international relations becomes increasingly more apparent.

At the Gold Institute for International Strategy’s Future of Strategic Alliances conference, VP of Communications, Saul Montes-Bradley hosted a panel titled the Opportunities and Challenges of New media. Joining him were:

Mrs. Shana Forta – Senior Fellow, Gold Institute for International Strategy
Mr. John Gizzi – Chief Political Correspondent, NEWSMAX
Dr. Nahro Zagros – Senior Fellow, Gold Institute for International Strategy

Eli M. Gold Welcomes Nahro Zagros of Kurdistan Region of Iraq to Washington D.C.

Eli M. Gold Welcomes Rob Roos MEP of the Netherlands to Washington D.C.

Eli M. Gold Welcomes Hon. Geoffrey Van Orden CBE from the United Kingdom to Washington DC

The Future of the Transatlantic Alliance (Members)

Over the past decade or more, we have seen a deterioration of the transatlantic alliance. Over the past several years we have seen that deterioration become progressively worse. NEWSMAX chief political correspondent, John Gizzi discusses this with Gold Institute for International Strategy distinguished fellows, Congressman Trent Franks (AZ) and Hon. Geoffrey Van Orden CBE of the United Kingdom.

Saudi 2.0 with Matthew Brodsky

Matthew R.J. Brodsky, a Middle East expert and geopolitical analyst, is a Senior Fellow at the Gold Institute for International Strategy.

J. Lawrence Cunningham: Protecting POTUS

With J. Lawrence Cunningham, Senior Fellow, Gold Institute for International Strategy. J. Lawrence Cunningham retired from the United States Secret Service after a diverse and accomplished career. Mr. Cunningham’s 20-year career encompassed supervisory experience in all aspects of Secret Service jurisdiction. As the Agent in Charge of the USSS Office located in San Jose, California, he coordinated and supervised the security arrangements for visiting dignitaries to include Pope John Paul II, Mikhail Gorbachev, Presidents of the United States, Presidential Candidates and other foreign Heads-of-State.
(For complete bio visit: Larry Cunningham)

John Wohlstetter: The Ship of State

Today, we meet John Wohlstetter, Senior Fellow at the Gold Institute for International Strategy. He is founder and editor of the issues blog Letter From The Capitol, author of “Sleepwalking With The Bomb” (1st ed., 2012; 2nd ed. 2014) and “The Long War Ahead and the Short War Upon Us” (2008). He has authored numerous articles in publications, including The American Spectator, National Review Online, Human Events, The Daily Caller, PJ Media and The Washington Times.

Maria Maalouf Speaks with Natan Sharansky

Media Fellow Maria Maalouf discusses a variety of issues with Natan Sharansky.

Maria Maalouf Speaks with BG Ernie Audino

Media Fellow Maria Maalouf discusses a variety of issues with Senior Fellow BG Ernie Audino including China, Iraq, Ukraine, and longer term strategy.

Gold Institute Conversation: Erbil, Iran and the future of Kurdistan

The Gold Institute for International Strategy hosted a conversation between Senior Fellow Nahro Zagros, PhD., and Media Fellow Neil W. McCabe, a veteran of the Iraq War, about Zagros’ Iraqi Kurdistan homeland, and its relationship with the rest of Iraq and Iran. Nahro, who is based in Erbil, where he is the vice president of Soran University, Iraqi Kurdistan’s top institution of higher learning, told McCabe that there are many solutions for the Iraqi Kurds, but none of the solutions are workable in reality.

The academic, whose research interests include Middle Eastern politics, cultural anthropology, terrorism and counter-terrorism, said in the past 20 years, the Iraqi Kurds have been let down by the United States, but in the main, the United States has been a good partner. Iraqi Kurdistan remains one of the most intensely pro-American areas of the Middle East, if not the world, and this partnership was why the Kurds were successful in beating back the so-called Caliphate of the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria, or ISIS.

A Conversation with Congressman Trent Franks

Congressman Trent Franks is a conservative, Reagan Republican, and served 15 years in the United States Congress. Trent served on the House Judiciary Committee where he was Chairman of the Subcommittee on the Constitution and Civil Justice. He was also a member of the House Armed Services Committee, serving on the Emerging Threats and Capabilities Subcommittee, and as Vice Chair of the Strategic Forces Subcommittee. Trent Chaired the Orphans and Vulnerable Children Caucus as well as the Congressional Caucus on Adoption, the International Religious Freedom Caucus, and the Missile Defense Caucus.

Horrors of Forced Conversion

The UK recently imposed sanctions on a seminary and clerics associated with it in Pakistan who are involved in carrying out the kidnapping and forced conversion of underage girls from religious minority communities. This issue has international implications including in the United States. Join the Gold Institute for International Strategy as we host a discussion regarding ways to further expose this issue, including how the State Department should act on it.

Brodsky Discusses the Biden administration's pursuit of the nuclear deal with Iran and the protest movement against the regime.

GIIS Senior Fellow RJ Matt Brodsky joins Kara McKinney on Tipping Point to discuss the Biden administration’s pursuit of the nuclear deal with Iran and the protest movement against the regime.

Kurd TV: Rahim Rashidi Discusses Iranian Revolution and Gold Institute Gala (Kurdish Language)

Gold Institute for International Strategy Media Fellow, Rahim “Mr. Kurd” Rashidi speaks with Kurd TV regarding the response by Western countries to the current revolution in Iran. He also discussed the thoughts on the matter presented at the Gold Institute for International Strategy’s recent black-tie in New York City.

Kurdistan24 Reports on Gala Dinner for the Preservation of Liberty

Lovinger: Putin can’t sleep Biden is a faint shadow of Obama who saw Israel as an imperialist outpost

Eli Gold: Iran shouldn't be part of the United Nations

Law Enforcement Review of Executive Order on Advancing Effective, Accountable Policing

With the backdrop of the massacre at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas, President Biden commemorated the anniversary of George Floyd’s death by signing the Executive Order (EO) on Advancing Effective, Accountable Policing and Criminal Justice Practices to Enhance Public Trust and Public Safety.

Since taking office, and even before, President Biden and progressives in congress have made clear their opinion of law enforcement and the need for their idea of reform. For this reason Gold Institute for International Strategy‘s president, Eli M. Gold, sat with three senior law enforcement fellows (video below) to discuss this EO from the perspective of the law enforcement community.

How the Indian-American Diaspora is Affected by Issues on the Indian Subcontinent

Join the Gold Institute as we discuss a very important issue affecting one of the largest growing immigrant diaspora communities in the United States. More than 5 million Indian Americans now deal with the impact of geopolitical issues from the south and southeast Asian regions in their everyday lives, on campuses, and in the public square. This discussion dives into some of those issues and how the Indian American community deals with them.

A Message from Hon. Bayan Sami Rahman Kurdistan Regional Gov Rep. to USA to the Gold Institute

A Message from Hon. Bayan Sami Abdul Rahman the Kurdistan Regional Gov Representative to USA on the occasion of the Gold Institute for International Strategy’s 3rd Anniversary

Putin, Latin America and the Threat to the Western Hemisphere

While the world is focused on Putin’s war on Ukraine, many global concerns are all but going unnoticed, while many others are not noticed at all. To this point, while Vladimir Putin has been bombing Ukraine, he and others have been busy building leverage in Latin America.

To discuss this topic, Gold Institute for International Strategy’s president, Eli M. Gold, hosts Joseph M. Humire, executive director of the Center for a Free and Secure Society.

Is strategy the only thing missing from the Biden foreign policy?

Adam Lovinger, the vice president for strategic affairs at the Washington-based Gold Institute for International Strategies, joined Neil W. McCabe, a Gold Institute media fellow, for a Gold Institute Conversation.

Lovinger, who for many years worked on strategy at the Pentagon, including his final posting at the Defense Department’s close-hold Office of Net Assessment, told McCabe that strategy is the middle of the process, because first, a country, an institution, or even a company, needs to first take an inventory of what they have and compare it to what they want. Then, the process of developing a strategy begins.

How Will Biden Approach Middle East Peace and Geopolitics?

On The Ground Briefing Regarding Russia's War in Ukraine with Halyna Yachenko MP, Kyiv, Ukraine

The Gold Institute for International Strategy presents a Virtual Briefing
Russia – Ukraine War: An update from the ground.

As these military events unfold, Gold Institute for International Strategy president, Eli M. Gold sits down virtually with Halyna Yachenko MP, Kyiv, Ukraine for a substantive briefing regarding Russia’s war with Ukraine. Listen as the Gold Institute for International Strategy receives an on the ground briefing of Putin’s invasion of the Ukraine.

Russia – Ukraine War: A Policy Briefing

As these military events unfold, the focus on the future of U.S. Leadership, NATO, Missile Defense and Cyber Warfare comes into question. Join Gold Institute for International Strategy as we unpack Putin’s invasion of the Ukraine.
Speakers:
• Europe/NATO – Geoffrey Van Orden CBE, Distinguished Fellow, Gold Institute
• USA/NATO – BG Ernie Audino (USA-Ret), Senior Fellow, Gold Institute
• Missile Defense – John C. Wohlstetter, Senior Fellow, Gold Institute
• Cyber Threats – Joel Thayer, President, Digital Progress Institute
• Moderator: Eli M. Gold, President, Gold Institute

An Analysis of the Active Assailant Incident - Colleyville, TX - January 15, 2022

The recent incident in Texas at Congregation Beth Israel has once again brought to light security challenges for the Jewish Community. Are Jewish facilities and houses of worship security needs being met? Join Gold Institute for International Strategy’s Senior Law Enforcement Fellow Marc Black and Institute President discuss January 15, 2022’s active assailant Incident.

Gold Institute Presents a Year-in-Review

Listen as Gold Institute for International Strategy Distinguished and Senior Fellows speak about their analysis of 2021 and their thoughts for the upcoming 2022 year.

Is There A Way Out of the Gaza-Israel Conflict?

Gold Institute for International Strategy Senior Fellow Matthew RJ Brodsky joins CGTN’s Gerald Tan to discuss what led to this round of violence, why it is sustaining, and what options there are for an exit ramp.

Mumbai Terror Attacks: Awaiting Justice for 13 Years

Join Gold Institute for International Strategy Media Fellow Adelle Nazarian as she speaks with the Gold Institute’s VP of Strategic Affairs Adam Lovinger, Media Fellow Neil W. McCabe, and CNN’s Aditya Raj Kaul regarding the 13th Anniversary of the Mumbai Terror Attacks.

For more information or to donate, visit www.Goldiis.org.

Are American Citizens Safe Overseas?

Throughout the world American Citizens are being extorted and jailed, and the number has been growing exponentially since the Biden Administration took office. Join Gold Institute’s VP of Operations Shana Forta as he discusses with board member John Shattuck the growing number of cases that exist, and the efforts being made by private citizens to remedy the same.
John Shattuck, a former Naval Airman, has been responsible for the release of dozens of Americans and Canadians being held hostage or falsely imprisoned outside the United States. Since July 21st of this year John has coordinated the extraction of over three hundred at risk Afghans from Afghanistan.

He is an advocate for US Military Personnel including falsely convicted and falsely accused service members.

How to Fix the House of Representatives

Gold Institute for International Strategy President, Eli M. Gold speaks with Congressman Keith Rothfus (PA-12, 2013-2019), regarding the November 2021 elections and his essay titled “How to Fix the House of Representatives”.

9/11 Reminiscence with NYPD Detective Marc Black

Gold Institute for International Strategy president, Eli M. Gold, Talks with retired NYPD Detective Marc Black regarding his experiences at the World Trade Center on the day that changed America.
Listen as Detective Black talks about what he saw, the friends and colleagues he lost and how that day changed America.
Marc is currently a Senior Law Enforcement Fellow at the Gold Institute for International Strategy in Washington, D.C.

Western Foreign Policy in the Absence of the U.S.

In this small, dangerous world, there should of course be close cooperation in all policy areas between the U.K. and their continental neighbors. But it is paramount for all who seek to protect our freedom, prosperity, and way of life to revitalize the transatlantic alliance (Iain Martin, “The end of Pax Americana leaves us all in the cold”, Comment, Sep 2) in a reliable and meaningful way. Trust is at the heart of all friendships.
Join Gold Institute for International Strategy (www.Goldiis.org) president Eli M. Gold for a discussion with Distinguished Fellows Geoffrey Van Orden, CBE, and Derk Jan Eppink MP.

Terrorism on the Homeland: A look at terrorism on the homeland since 9/11

Boston, San Bernadino, Orlando, Afghan Refugees, Open Borders, Rising Antisemitism, Interstate Migration, remnants of BLM, Antifa… The burden on law enforcement is increasing, with no end in sight.
Join Gold Institute Senior Law Enforcement Fellows Marc Black (NYPD-Ret), Larry Cunningham (U.S. Secret Service-Ret) and Martin Johnson (HCPD-Ret) as we discuss: 1. New threats or concerns 2. What police must know or learn 3. What civilians must know or understand.

25th Amendment: Five Potential Scenarios for the Biden Administration

Listen as Gold Institute for International Strategy’s Media Fellow Neil W. McCabe hosts Senior Fellow John Wohlstetter as he discusses the 25th Amendment and the Five Potential Scenarios for the Biden Administration.

Gold Institute Insights with Neil W. McCabe: A look at the 25th Amendment

It appears increasingly unlikely that President Joe Biden can finish this year, let alone his term, in the Oval Office. One need not be a physician to see the substantial cognitive decline that’s occurred even since Biden was a candidate. Sooner or later, Biden may either be persuaded to voluntarily resign or face a first-ever formal challenge to a president’s continuance in office, per the 25th Amendment. Watch as Gold Institute for International Strategy’s Media Fellow Neil W. McCabe hosts Senior Fellow John Wohlstetter for an in-depth discussion regarding historical precedents on presidential disability and how the American presidency has been affected by ill health many times before.

A Review of the (D)Evolving of Law Enforcement Today

The Gold Institute for International Strategy’s senior law enforcement fellows have been troubled with the state of our police departments throughout our country. Additionally, the lack of common-sense judicial policies in our penal law system is hurting our communities. In a recent press conference, DC Metropolitan Police Chief Robert Contee that took place on July 23, 2021, he expressed his frustration of a failed penal law judicial system that has made policing and our communities unsafe. At the same time, rewarding the criminal for being a criminal with no consequences of committing violent and repetitive illegal acts on law abiding citizens and businesses has produced a state of anarchy in some of our communities.
Listen as Gold Institute senior law enforcement fellows review the (D)Evolution of Law Enforcement Today. Participating are Gold Institute Senior Fellows, Det. Marc Black (NYPD – Ret.), Martin Johnson (HCPD – Ret.), and Larry Cunningham (US Secret Service – Ret.). Hosted by Eli M. Gold, President, Gold Institute for International Strategy

The value of the visit of the president of Kurdistan Region of Iraq to Europe

The Role of Law Enforcement in Combatting Antisemitism

The Uptick in Antisemitic Crimes in the U S

Gold Institute for International Strategy’s Matthew RJ Brodsky discusses the wave of Anti-Semitic crimes in the U.S. and what they have in common on Newsmax’s Rob Schmitt.

Forceful speech by Hon. Hermann Tertsch in European Parliament.

“Israel, the bastion of democracy in all our democracies, has every right to defend itself.” Forceful and necessary speech by @Gold Institute Honorary Distinguished Fellow Hermann Tertsch in European Parliament.

The Roots of the Current Round of Palestinian Violence

On Monday, May 10th, as Palestinian violence in Jerusalem backed by Hamas and their Iranian sponsors began to escalate into rocket fire from Gaza, the Gold Institute for International Strategy’s Matthew RJ Brodsky joined Kara McKinney on OANN’s The Tipping Point. Brodsky explained the roots of the current round of violence and warned of how it would escalate.

US Navy Seizes Iranian Weapons Shipment Headed to Yemen

Matthew RJ Brodsky, Senior Fellow at the Gold Institute for International Strategy joins a panel on Bloomberg Asharq TV to discuss the implications of the U.S. seizing a ship full of Russian and Chinese weapons sent from Iran to Yemen.

30th anniversary of security council resolution 688 to protect the Kurds

TURKEY: Repairing the relationship with the West

For over eight decades from the foundation of the Turkish Republic in 1923, the Turkish leadership oriented its policies to the West. With frontiers to the Soviet Union, it became one of the earliest members of NATO in 1952. But its long-standing aspiration to join the European Union has been rebuffed, its efforts to protect Turkish citizens of Cyprus have been falsely described, it has suffered decades of terrorism and has given refuge to millions of Syrians fleeing conflict. Now President Erdogan’s dealings with Russia, his seemingly Islamist agenda and sympathy for the Muslim Brotherhood, his Kurdish policy, and his heavy-handed treatment of political opponents have created an abrasive relationship and tensions with Western friends and erstwhile allies in the Middle East including Israel, Egypt, Saudi Arabia and the UAE. As the democracies become more conscious of the struggles ahead and the need for solidarity and strong allies in an increasingly dangerous world, Turkey should be firmly back on board. What needs to be done?

A Look at the Biden Foreign Policy

Every new Presidential administration brings an agenda with distinct priorities and ways in which to handle new and existing concerns. Join the Gold Institute for International Strategy for an interactive discussion regarding the Biden Foreign Policy. Participants include:

Congressman Darrell Issa (CA-50) – Member, House Foreign Affairs Committee
Derk Jan Eppink (MEP) – Member, European Parliament; Honorary Distinguished Fellow, Gold Institute for International Strategy
Nahro Zagros – Senior Fellow, Gold Institute for International Strategy
(Moderator) Eli M. Gold – President, Gold Institute for International Strategy

The State of Law Enforcement in the U.S.

In recent years and increasingly during the past year the apparent relationship between law enforcement and many localities across the country have become strained with increased calls to defund the police. The rise of Black Lives Matter (BLM) and Antifa, and the reluctance to utilize the National Guard, to the violence on January 6th with the subsequent enlistment of twenty-five thousand National Guardsmen, the role of law enforcement must be discussed. Join the Gold Institute for International Strategy for an interactive discussion on the current state of law enforcement and the role they play in U.S. National Security.

Reaction to the Khashoggi Report and Biden's Woke Approach to Saudi Arabia and Iran

Matthew RJ Brodsky joins i24News with Benita Levin on the heels of State Department spokesman Ned Price’s press conference on the Khashoggi report. They also discuss the Biden administration’s developing approach on Saudi Arabia and Iran.

Iran and Their Proxies: The Current Situation

Throughout the 2020 the topic of future relations with Iran was at the forefront of discussion. The Trump administration planned to continue their hard stance against the regime, while then candidate Biden emphasized the need to revisit diplomatic talks and possibly a JCPOA redux. Following the loss of President Trump in the 2020 election, Iran and its proxies have taken an aggressive approach within the region and U.S. interests. Most recently setting a hard line with their commitment to restart (or continue) their unfettered nuclear program, and missile attacks against U.S. interests in Erbil, Kurdistan and in Baghdad, Iraq. Listen as the Gold Institute for International Strategy hosts an interactive briefing with our senior fellows about the current situation in Iran.

BrigGen Ernie Audino (USA-Ret) Senior Fellow, Gold Institute for International Strategy
Matthew Brodsky – Senior Fellow, Gold Institute for International Strategy
(Moderator) Eli M. Gold – President, Gold Institute for International Strategy

The Nuclear Impasse: The Geopolitical Stalemate Between the U.S. and Iran

It’s a diplomatic version of Catch-22 being played out in an international scale. The U.S. says Iran must return to the negotiating table – and full compliance – before it lifts sanctions. Tehran says the U.S. needs to lift sanctions before it even thinks about pulling up a chair. America insists Iran concede first. Iran insists the more America procrastinates, the more it stands to lose. Meanwhile, Rouhani only has a few months left in office and with a “hardliner” expected to be elected the next president in June, the future of the deal is uncertain.

So what’s next? Will Joe Biden be able to convince his domestic audience to make concessions after Iran so boldly contravened parts of the agreement? And can Tehran push an agreement through before those who’ve long resisted it, take power? Is the deal worth saving? Does an Iranian policy shift depend on the differences between a so-called “moderate” or “hardliner” elected in June?

Senior Fellow at the Gold Institute for International Strategy Matthew RJ Brodsky joins Senior Fellow at the Atlantic Council Holly Dagres; and author of “America And Iran A History: 1720 To The Present” and Executive Director of the Middle East Center at the University of Pennsylvania John Ghazvinian on TRT World’s The Newsmakers with Alican Ayanlar.

Houthis Attack Saudi Airport Days After Biden Removes Them from Terror List

Why did the Houthis attack Saudi Arabia just days after the Biden administration removed them from the terrorist list? What is the larger regional context in which this took place and what should we make of Saudi Arabia’s response?

Matthew RJ Brodsky joins host Benita Levin on i24News to discuss these issues, as well as Iran’s attempts to increase its leverage over the U.S. before discussing the nuclear issue. Brodsky also addresses Biden’s different approach to the Abraham Accords and discusses the key takeaway from Biden’s decision to not yet call Israeli PM Netanyahu now some three weeks into his administration.

G2 Podcast: Minimum Wage and National Security

The G2 Podcast sits down with Former Congressman Keith Rothfus to talk about the effects of the proposed $15 minimum wage on National Security.

Day 4:The Need to Rethink Our Grand Strategy

Gold Institute for International Strategy seminar series presents The Need to Rethink Our Grand Strategy. In this video we will see Gold Institute’s President, Eli M. Gold, speak with the weeks presenters about The Combination of Roles in Creation of Grand Strategy.

With the stark changes in the global political climates, the Gold Institute for International Strategy presents a lunchtime interactive webinar series to take an in depth look at Grand Strategy of the U.S. and our Allies. Join us as we learn and interact with some of the foremost experts on grand strategy.

Day 3: The Need to Rethink Our Grand Strategy

Gold Institute for International Strategy seminar series presents The Need to Rethink Our Grand Strategy. In this video we will see Gold Institute’s senior fellow, BG Ernie Audino (USA-Ret.), speak about Grand Strategy and Its role in Military Engagement.

Day 2: The Need to Rethink Our Grand Strategy

Gold Institute for International Strategy seminar series presents The Need to Rethink Our Grand Strategy. In this video we will see Gold Institute’s distinguished fellow, Geoffrey Van Orden CBE, speak about Strategic Choice in the 21st Century and the Role of Alliances.

DAY 1: The Need to Rethink Our Grand Strategy

Gold Institute for International Strategy seminar series presents The Need to Rethink Our Grand Strategy. In this video we will see Gold Institute’s vice president of strategic affairs, Adam Lovinger, speak about Framing Grand Strategy.

G2 Podcast - Digital Currency and the Potential Threats

In this episode the Gold Institute’s Eli M. Gold speaks with Congressman Keith Rothfus regarding the impact of digital and alternative currencies.

Congressman Keith Rothfus a lawyer, private practice; director, Center for Faith-Based and Community Initiatives, United States Department of Homeland Security, 2006-2007; elected as a Republican to the One Hundred Thirteenth and to the two succeeding Congresses (January 3, 2013-January 3, 2019).
During his time in the House of Representatives Rothfus sat on the Financial Services Committee, Subcommittee on Financial Institutions and Consumer Credit, Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations as well as United States House Judiciary Committee.

Hermann Tersch MEP (Spain) Discusses Gold Institute for International Strategy

Gold Institute Media Fellow, Rahim Rashidi (Mr. Kurd) discusses the Institute

Hon. Geoffrey Van Orden CBE Discusses Gold Institute

Hon. Robert Roos, MEP Distinguished Fellow Discussed the Gold Institute

From the Gulf to the Middle-East

The Gold Institute for International Strategy hosted an international discussion regarding the Abraham Accords – the agreement between Israel and the United Arab Emirates (U.A.E.). Participating in this conversation, hosted by the Institute’s president Eli M. Gold, were fellows representing 5 different countries and their respective points of view.

United States – Adam Lovinger, VP of Strategic Affairs
European Union/Netherlands – Derk Jan Eppink MEP, Honorary Distinguished Fellow
United Kingdom – Geoffrey Van Orden CBE, Distinguished Fellow
Israel – Ehud Eilam, Senior Fellow
Kurdistan (Iraqi) – Nahro Zagros, Senior Fellow

COVID Relief and Industry

Gold Institute for International Strategy president, Eli M. Gold, and distinguished fellow, Rob Roos MEP, recorded a very interesting conversation titled “COVID Relief and Industry”. A look at the EU’s recent COVID relief package voted on and passed in Brussels and the impact on European industry and its international partners.

COVID-19 Relief or Redistribution

Gold Institute for International Strategy’s Eli M. Gold recorded a very interesting conversation titled “COVID Relief or Redistribution”. A look at the EU’s recent COVID relief package voted on and passed in Brussels and how it has the potential to change the European Union and its international relations. Joining Eli Gold were Honorary Distinguished Fellow, Derk Jan Eppink MEP from the Netherlands and Distinguished Fellow, Geoffrey Van Orden CBE from the U.K.

The Deep State and their Efforts Against Mike Flynn

On June 9th, 2020, Eli Gold, Chairman and President, Adam Lovinger, VP for Strategic Affairs, Saul Montes-Bradley, VP of Communications and Senior Fellow and Neil W. McCabe, Media Fellow, discuss the efforts to railroad General Michael T. Flynn and the outlook of his case.

Shana Forta, VP of Operations, moderated the meeting.

Why the Deep State Seeks to Undermine U.S. Primacy

Gold Institute for International Strategy speaks with the Pentagon’s Office of Net Assessment’s former Chief Strategist, and past National Security Council’s Chief Strategist, Adam Lovinger, as to why the Deep State seeks to undermine U.S. Primacy from his unique perspective

European Security in the Eye of COVID 19

The Gold Institute for International Strategy President, Eli M. Gold speaks with the Institute’s Distinguished Fellow Rob Roos MEP regarding the outlook for the future of Europe in the eye of COVID-19. During this conversation, Gold and Roos discuss a variety of issues including Coronavirus, President Trump, Netherlands, EU’s “green deal”, China, Russia, Nationalism, energy and many other topics.

Coronavirus and its National Security Implications

Gold Institute for International Strategy’s President, Eli M. Gold discusses the National Security Implications of COVID-19 with Gold Institute Distinguished Fellow Congressman Trent Franks.

Congressman Trent Franks Discusses the Gold Institute for International Strategy

Congressman Trent Franks explains why he chose to join the Gold Institute for International Strategy, a DC based National Defense think tank.

Congressman Bob McEwen Discusses the Gold Institute for International Strategy

Congressman Bob McEwen explains why he chose to join the Gold Institute for International Strategy, a DC based National Defense think tank.

Is Anti-Semitism the New Terrorism De Jure?

Jews are being verbally assaulted, physically attacked and some even killed, because of their religion. The assailants are vicious, and they target innocent men and women, the elderly, and even children. This isn’t Germany in 1939; it’s the United States of America. Is Anti-Semitism the new terrorism de Jure? What do policy makers need to consider when addressing this new reality? We search for answers.

Panelists: Eli M. Gold, President
Martin Johnson, Senior Counterterrorism Fellow
Saul Montes-Bradley, Senior Fellow

Post Abū Bakr al Baghdad Kurdistan Region

The Gold Institute for International Strategy presents A Post Abū Bakr al-Baghdad Kurdistan featuring Gold Institute for International Strategy President, Eli M. Gold, and Senior Fellow Nahro Zagros.