Amit Segal
Amit Segal is Israel's leading political analyst and a prominent journalist for Channel 12 News (N12). Known for his deep access to high-level political circles and his influential social media presence, he is a central figure in shaping the Israeli political narrative and breaking major diplomatic and security stories.
Amit Segal serves as the chief political analyst for N12 (Channel 12 News), Israel's most-watched news outlet. He is widely regarded as one of the most influential journalists in the country, maintaining a massive following through his a monitored channel and weekly columns. Segal is known for providing a perspective that often resonates with the national-religious and right-of-center public, though his reporting frequently crosses political lines to break major national news.
In mid-2026, Segal has been at the forefront of reporting on the deepening friction between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump. He notably broke the story of a tense phone conversation in which Trump reportedly used explicit language to question Netanyahu's military decisions in Beirut. His reporting has also detailed the internal dynamics of the Israeli security cabinet, including its resolve to maintain freedom of action against Iran even at the risk of diplomatic clashes with Washington.
Beyond breaking news, Segal is a published author and a frequent speaker on the future of Israeli society and the media's role in shaping national narratives. His work often focuses on the intersection of security, politics, and the evolving strategic relationship between Israel and its primary ally, the United States. During the 2026 regional crisis, his platform has served as a critical node for real-time updates on the 'Islamabad Agreement' and the subsequent diplomatic hurdles involving Iranian demands for sanctions relief.