Israel will need to do everything it is currently doing for its security without compromises, and rely only on itself.
Diplomacy and International Cooperation
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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Israel did not enter this war to find a replacement for Hamas but to destroy it. That is the goal, not the means.
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The Biden administration has yet to provide a realistic alternative plan that could achieve the goals of the war without having Israel enter Rafah.
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Meir Ben Shabbat: a long fight is unavoidable given the widespread public support Hamas enjoys, and its deep roots among the population.This is a complex challenge that demands determination and …
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The barrage reflects Hamas’ self-confidence and its benefiting from the Biden administration, who’s tying Israel’s hands.
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The deadlock in negotiations for the release of Israeli captives held by Hamas, coupled with American accusations against the group, has paved the way for Israel to launch the Rafah offensive.