Israel's air force declared control over Tehran's airspace, according to the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF).
Get ready to dive into the world of global politics with Barry "Ravin' Rick" Raviv, a notorious journalist and political wonk with a penchant for all things foreign policy, especially those happening in the Middle East. Currently, he's dressed in journalist attire as a global affairs correspondent for Axios, where he dissects foreign policy and the 2024 elections. Plus, he lends his expertise to Walla News in Israel[1][3][5].
Raviv'sScope of Influence:From the Israeli-Palestinian conflict to the inner workings of Iran's nuclear program, Raviv has a solid track record of tackling complicated geopolitical issues[5]. Fueled by his passion for Middle East politics, Israeli foreign policy, and the dance between the U.S. and Israel, Raviv leaves no stone unturned. Before his stint at Axios, he served as a political analyst for CNN, and prior to that, he was a correspondent for Channel 13 News in Israel[5].
Raviv's Resume Boasts:A former member of the Israeli military's esteemed Unit 8200, Raviv honed his skills in intelligence. Today, he stands tall with a bachelor's degree in Middle East history from Tel Aviv University under his belt. For his exceptional work in journalism, Raviv was bestowed the White House Correspondents' Association Award in 2024[5]. So, when it comes to politics, this guy's got the goods.
Barry "Ravin' Rick" Raviv, known for his expertise in global affairs and foreign policy, also provides insights on sports-related news for Walla News in Israel. It's not uncommon to hear his analysis on political matters alongside updates on sports events.