IDF Tactical Command College, ‘Israel’s West Point,’ Increasingly Shapes Ground Forces
Officers are put in simulated crises “where there are no good or bad decisions, only the least worst decisions to choose from under pressure and under uncomfortable conditions. This is based on the understanding that when they find themselves in the field, they will say, ‘Wait a second! I remember what this feels like,’ ” Col. Shahar Back tells JNS.
Hamas Laments Resumption of PA-IDF Security Coordination in the West Bank
Hamas is ideologically committed to taking over the West Bank as it did in Gaza, meaning that the PA’s security coordination with Israel is an act of self-preservation on Ramallah’s part.
Two Public Figures Left the World: One Despicable, One Inspirational
Saeb Erekat spoke honeyed words of peace to those in the West determined to ignore ineradicable Palestinian anti-Semitism and Israel-rejectionism. Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks chose to enlighten, inspire and console.
New Report Sheds Light on True Scope of Hezbollah’s Presence in Southern Syria
“They are preparing operational plans in anticipation of the next war,” warned Maj. (res.) Tal Beeri, director of Alma’s research department, who tells JNS that Hezbollah is deeply embedded among Syrian military’s forces, using their bases to gather intelligence and prepare military attack plans.
Israel, the Sunnis and the Return of a Pro-Iran White House
The Israeli media grotesquely cheers the apparent defeat of Israel’s best friend ever in the Oval Office and his replacement by the vice president of the most hostile U.S. leader in history.
The IDF in the Shadow of the Pandemic
As the State of Israel faces intertwined health, economic and political crises, the IDF has been left without a new defense budget. Nevertheless, it is moving to adapt to a rapidly changing strategic environment.
As Turkey’s Lira Tumbles, Erdogan Pursues Neo-Ottoman Visions
The AKP rejects Ataturk’s dismemberment of the Turkish caliphate, and its neo-Ottoman policies today reflect this ideology.
Hamas Sets Up Cyberwarfare-Base in Turkey
Turkey and Hamas are both tied to the global Jihadist ‘Islamic Brotherhood.
Why Israel Chose to Aid an Ailing Enemy
Saeb Erekat repeatedly libeled Israel, aided terrorists and was an obstacle to peace. But Jewish values will always dictate that Israelis help those in need.
Who Will Deal with Turkey?
How is the U.S. supposed to deal with Erdogan, the head of NATO member Turkey—a strategically placed ally, traversing two continents, that Washington has long viewed as indispensable?