Who Owns Jerusalem? | Archeology, Politics & the War Over Truth

Apr 10, 2025

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This Passover edition of Israel: State of a Nation takes you deep beneath the surface—literally and figuratively—into the archeological war for Israel’s legitimacy. Host Eylon Levy sits down with Doron Spielman, former IDF Spokesperson and VP of the City of David Foundation, to explore the ancient stones that are shaking modern politics.

📘 Doron's book When the Stones Speak hits shelves May 13th — Preorder now on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/When-Stones-Speak-Remarkable-Discovery/dp/1546009256

🟢 In This Explosive Episode:

Why the City of David threatens Israel’s enemies
How archeology became a battlefield for truth and identity
The global campaign to erase Jewish history
A behind-the-scenes look at the Israeli government’s PR strategy
Shocking discoveries that upend anti-Israel narratives

🎙️ Featuring stories from deep inside the City of David and powerful firsthand accounts of diplomatic showdowns, this episode is a must-watch for anyone who wants to understand why history matters now more than ever.

🔔 Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more unfiltered truth from the frontlines of Israel’s information war.

Co-Creator and Host - Eylon Levy

Co-Creator and Creative Director - Guy Ross

Executive Producer - Asher Westropp-Evans

Director - Lotem Segev

Graphics/Assistant Director - Thomas Girsch

Editor/Assistant Director - Benny Goldman

Intern - Jesse Sklar

00:00 - Introduction and the City of David’s Historical Battle

05:30 - Confrontation at the Church of the Nativity

11:51 - Archaeological Evidence and the City of David’s Significance

19:00 - The Campaign Against Jewish History

25:38 - International Pressure and the Pilgrimage Road

34:43- Defending the City of David and Personal Stories

41:42 - Remarkable Discoveries in the City of David

49:39 - Personal Stories and Conclusion

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