Prof. Siboni was director of the military and strategic affairs program, and the cyber research program, of the Institute for National Security Studies (INSS) from 2006-2020, where he founded academic journals on these matters. He serves as a senior consultant to the IDF and other Israeli security organizations and the security industry. He holds a B.Sc. and M.Sc. in engineering from Tel Aviv University and a Ph.D. in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) from Ben-Gurion University.
Achieving the objectives of the war requires decisive and concentrated action, including an end to the transfer of aid to areas under Hamas control, evacuating Gaza’s population to zones under IDF control, and intensifying fighting in remaining Hamas-held enclaves
Israel’s achievements in the campaign against Iran, along with its close cooperation with the United States, have created an opportunity to advance migration from Gaza. Many residents would likely choose this path as their preferred solution to ongoing hardship—if given the chance. Investing in migration from Gaza is not only a humanitarian step, but also a strategic solution that could decisively break the cycle of violence and lead to a more stable and better reality for all.[1]
To ensure effective and secure governance in Judea and Samaria and the Gaza Strip, COGAT should be disassembled and replaced by a new body within the Ministry of Defense focused solely on civilian affairs
The way to break the cycle of terror in Gaza is through the emigration of the Strip’s population in line with Trump’s vision, the dismantling of all existing terror infrastructure, the closure or comprehensive reform of UNRWA
Israel’s military, political, and social stability depend on swift action in Gaza: With hostages suffering, reserves stretched thin, social divisions deepening, and diplomatic pressure mounting, only a clear and forceful strategy can ensure lasting security
An article by Colonel (res.) Prof. Gabi Siboni and Brig. Gen. (Res.) Erez Winner published on the Jerusalem Post
Israel cannot achieve its war goals without dismantling Hamas’s rule, separating it from Gaza’s population, and creating the conditions for voluntary emigration—all while signaling resolve to Iran and its proxies
Prioritizing personal security over national security carries immense risks for Israel’s citizens, and the message it sends to our enemies cannot be underestimated: it encourages Israel’s enemies to carry out further kidnappings to extract concessions from Israel that they cannot achieve on the battlefield.
A provisional military administration in northern Gaza, coordinated with international partners, could lay the groundwork for long-term governance, reducing Hamas’s grip and creating stability for Gaza’s future.
Ending the campaign against Hezbollah while it remains in southern Lebanon would be a strategic failure, preventing the safe return of Israeli residents to their homes. Once Hezbollah and Lebanon are significantly weakened, Israel can focus on addressing the Iranian threat, particularly its nuclear project.
The Honest Critique, 28.09.2024
