In this briefing, Sophie Kobzantsev expert in Russian Policy in the Middle East at the David Institute and the Misgav Institute, uncovers the real reason that Russia is involved in this war.  

She explains the connection to the war in Ukraine and what outcomes Russia would like to see.  

Sophie talks about the direct involvement that Russia had with Hamas in the war in Gaza, the defense collaboration with Iran, and how this all connects to their ongoing conflict with the United States.