דניאל ראקוב הינו חוקר בכיר במכון ירושלים לאסטרטגיה ולביטחון. הוא מתמחה במדיניות רוסיה במזרח התיכון ובתחרות בין המעצמות הגדולות באזור. הוא שירת יותר מ-20 שנה בצה"ל מרביתן באגף המודיעין. בשנים 2021-2019 שימש כעמית מחקר במכון למחקרי ביטחון לאומי.
Russia’s hostile stance in the war against Hamas strengthens Israel’s affiliation with the Western camp. Israel should refrain from public criticism of Moscow.
The Kremlin quickly suppressed the mutiny of Yevgeny Prigozhin, which might prove of great importance for the stability of Putin’s regime. It further undermined Moscow’s efforts to position itself as a global power, though it did not affect the fighting between Russia and Ukraine. Russia will remain an essential player in the Middle East (vital for its economy following the war). Still, the rebellion will strengthen the bargaining power of the region’s countries, including Israel, vis-à-vis Moscow.
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The Reasoning Behind Israel’s Refusal to Supply Weapons to Ukraine
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Russia and Iran’s growing military and political ties worry Israel
The implications of Russia’s new maritime doctrine for Israel
Due to the importance of oil prices for Russia, Israel may utilize its leverage to prevent Russia from allying with Iran by exerting pressure on the Kremlin through the Sunni Gulf monarchies.
Russia’s threat against the Jewish Agency is a Bargaining Measure
Russia’s threat against the Jewish Agency is a Bargaining Measure
Israel should prepare for a prolonged crisis. The Russians might want to delay or accelerate the legal process to exploit the elections period. The verdict will not constitute the final word. The government is advised to navigate the crisis behind the scenes: publicity might accelerate escalation.
