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How will the U.S. Respond to Iran-backed Attack in Jordan?
Banyan Risk Group CEO David Dezso discussed the U.S. response to the recent Iran-backed Jordan attack on U.S. troops on NewsNation Now with Connell McShane. February 1, 2024.
Who is Responsible for Bombings in Iran?
Banyan Risk Group CEO David Dezso and Atlantic Council Senior Fellow Holly Dagres delved into questions around recent bombing strikes in Iran on Elizabeth Vargas Reports. January 3, 2024.
Updates: Attacks on Red Sea, Partial Withdrawal from Gaza
Banyan Risk Group Founder and CEO David Dezso discusses attacks on ships in the Red Sea and Israel's partial withdrawal from Gaza on NewsNation Now. January 1, 2024
As Cease-Fire Continues, What Comes Next?
Banyan Risk Group Founder and CEO David Dezso provided some insights into the tactical activities that continue during the ceasefire and the IDF's ultimate goal to eliminate Hamas on NewsNation Now. November 27, 2023.
Cease-Fire Expectations
Banyan Risk Group CEO David Dezso and Bryan Stern from Project Dynamo discussed the Gaza cease-fire slated to begin this Friday on Elizabeth Vargas Reports. November 23, 2023.
Latest IDF Advances and Hostage Negotiation Status
Banyan Risk Group CEO David Dezso analyzed the latest IDF advances into Gaza and discussed the status of hostage negotiations on NewsNation Now with Connell McShane. November 10, 2023.
What is Happening to Israeli Hostages Now?
Banyan Risk Group CEO David Dezso spoke with Connell McShane about the precarious situation of the 200+ hostages still being held by Hamas on Elizabeth Vargas Reports. November 6, 2023.
IDF Raids, Invasion Planning, and U.S. Strikes in Syria
Banyan Risk Group CEO David Dezso had the honor of joining Lt. General Richard Newton (Ret.) and Elizabeth Vargas to discuss the evolving situation in Israel and the Gaza Strip on Elizabeth Vargas Reports. October 27, 2023.
IDF Raids into Gaza and U.S. Strikes on Iran-Linked Targets
Banyan Risk Group CEO David Dezso joined NewsNation Now with Connell McShane again to analyze expanded IDF raids into Gaza and the U.S. strikes on Iran-linked targets in Syria. October 27, 2023.
Israeli Hostage Rescue Mission Challenges
Banyan Risk Group CEO David Dezso was interviewed on NewsNation Now with Connell McShane to elaborate on the complexities involved in planning a hostage rescue operation. October 25, 2023.
Israeli Hostage Update 2
Banyan Risk Group CEO David Dezso joined Inside Edition again to discuss the most recently released hostages and the ongoing search for the remaining Israeli hostages. October 24, 2023.
Israeli Hostage Update
Banyan Risk Group CEO David Dezso spoke to Inside Edition about how two recently released hostages would be debriefed to glean information that could aid in the search for the remaining Israeli hostages. October 23, 2023.
Israeli Hostage Crisis
Banyan Risk Group CEO David Dezso explains how rescuers analyze hostage videos on Inside Edition's segment about the Israeli hostages being held by Hamas. October 17, 2023.
Israeli Defense Force Intelligence and Operational Considerations
Banyan Risk Group CEO, David Dezso, was invited to join FoxNews Live to discuss the critical intelligence and operational considerations for the Israeli Defense Force in their coordinated invasion into Gaza. David explains the need for the ground invasion to build the intelligence picture required to rescue the hostages as safely and quickly as possible. October 14, 2023.
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What the Candidates Can Learn from Two Former Presidents about Foreign Policy | Opinion
Banyan's Director of Intelligence Tim Jones and CEO David Dezso draw insights from former presidents' foreign policy and their own experiences working counterterrorism missions for the U.S. military in The Hill. January 21, 2024.
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"More Americans now say that foreign policy should be a top priority for the U.S. government this year, the Associated Press reports... What should voters look for? Having spent years in counterterrorism, including in clandestine operations, we see certain actions as crucial for reducing threats to the homeland. Candidates should present specific plans to address these and prevent conflicts from expanding."
Three Realistic Endgame Options for Israel in its War Against Hamas | Opinion
Banyan's Director of Integrated Security Intelligence Marisa Tugultschinow and CEO David Dezso discussed how Israel could more effectively face off against Hamas with U.S. News & World Report. November 30, 2023.
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"Israel’s continued operations in Gaza are fueling Hamas’ recruitment efforts and anti-Israel campaign to fill the gaps in its ranks. So what else can Israel do? We recommend it focus on three crucial objectives...target those up top, cut off funding, and seize the narrative."
As Israel-Hamas War Adds to Global Instability, Here's What Investors Should Look Out For | Opinion
Banyan's Managing Director of Operations Josh Kiluk and CEO David Dezso provided some key factors for investors to watch out for on NASDAQ. November 3, 2023.
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"The most important step for investors is to keep a more careful eye than ever on the diversification of their portfolios. Look to sectors that seem best equipped to handle the turmoil, and to companies that demonstrate adaptability, agility, and the ability to respond rapidly to changing dynamics."
Why the Specter of Hezbollah in the Israel-Hamas War Endangers the World | Opinion
Banyan's Director of Integrated Security Intelligence Marisa Tugultschinow and CEO David Dezso shared some thoughts on the threat Hezbollah poses to the world with Newsweek. October 27, 2023.
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"Hezbollah's involvement could severely widen the war into a regional conflict. But its effect could be even broader, endangering people all over the world—especially Jews and Americans."