The West Bank is currently defined as a secondary arena in Israel’s multi-arena campaign. Successfully addressing its challenges will help maintain this definition and prevent the area from deteriorating into a situation that Iran, Hezbollah, and Hamas would like to see.
Israeli grand strategy, superpower relations, Abraham Accords, Palestinian-Israeli relations, internal security and governance
Head of the Misgav Institute for National Security & Zionist Strategy. Served as Israel’s national security advisor and head of the National Security Council between 2017 and 2021 and played a key role in negotiating the Abraham Accords. Prior to that he served for 30 years in the Israel Security Agency (the Shin Bet), heading three divisions: Counter Terrorism, Cyber Defense, and the Southern Command. Was awarded the US Department of Defense Medal for Distinguished Public Service.
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A complete victory in the Gaza Strip could shake Hezbollah Secretary-General Hassan Nasrallah’s confidence and demonstrate the potential consequences of conflict with Israel.
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Former National Security Council head, Meir Ben-Shabbat, estimates that Israel is making achievements in Rafah, calls to exact a price from Lebanon as well, and is concerned by the discourse …
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A closer look at Hamas’ five key demands in the hostage release negotiations reveals its broader aspirations for consolidating power and influence.
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Our leaders must put aside divisive issues and unite in one cohesive front.
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Even if terror groups in Judea and Samaria seem far from mimicking that attack, the very intention to emulate Hamas’ pattern must be viewed with utmost seriousness.