Israel’s Rational and Irrational Iran Policies
Faced with a nuclear deal that hamstrings the IAEA and massively enriches the Islamic Republic, transforming it into a nuclear-armed regional power, Jerusalem must now make a choice.
The Strategic Blindness of Israel’s Caretaker Government
“Operation Breaking Dawn” was a tactical success but a strategic failure that legitimized Hamas and undermined Israel’s position in the battle against Iran.
Bennett’s Bad Precedent and the Curse of Israel’s Small Parties
Despite this past year’s failed “experiment” in coalition-building and governance, the same people are at it again, reciting tired mantras about the need to “keep Bibi out of Balfour
We are at a Critical Junction in Israeli Politics
There is a strong sense that, in this round of elections, things will be different and a stable government will be formed.
Israeli govt slammed by right for making land concessions for Biden, left calls for more
“Leftist Benny Gantz harms the security of the State of Israel to please President Biden. Instead of worrying about the interest of the State of Israel, Gantz acts laxly and irresponsibly, and he calls this a trust-building relationship.”
Defense Minister warns: Arab takeover could shrink Israel to half its size
In a closed-door meeting, Israeli Defense Minister Benny Gantz said that a viral post threatening an Arab takeover of the country was “not far from reality.”
Israel’s Future Submarines Seen as Key Development Towards Regional Naval Ascendency
Israeli Defense Minister Benny Gantz said the new vessels “will upgrade the capabilities of the navy and contribute to Israel’s security superiority in the region,” hinting at their multiple abilities.
Mahmoud Abbas Plays Benny Gantz for a Fool
Whatever Israel’s defense minister may have told himself and others about what took place during his latest session with the Palestinian Authority leader, it certainly wasn’t “confidence-building.”
Defense Minister Gantz Tells US: There is a deadline to attack Iran
Gantz told reporters that the US and European negotiators “are losing patience” at Iran and that no progress has been made at reinstating the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
The Generals’ Belated Awakening
It is beginning to dawn on the Israelis that when it comes to Iran’s nuclear program, the Jewish state stands alone.
