Dr. Dostri is a specialist in strategy and Israeli national security.
Dr. Dostri is a specialist in strategy and Israeli national security. He has interned at the Center for Middle East Studies at Ariel University, the Institute for National Security Studies, and the Yuval Ne’eman Workshop for Science, Technology and Security at Tel Aviv University.
Israel’s Struggle with the Information Dimension and Influence Operations during the Gaza War
Israel must not show restraint in the face of the first-ever direct Iranian attack on its soil. It must seize the opportunity and launch a broad strike on Iran to restore its deterrence and send a strong message to the region and the world. The absence of an Israeli response will confirm the perception that its deterrence is eroding and will invite aggression. Israel’s neighbors and enemies are now examining its conduct. An Israeli attack would send a resounding, deterrent, powerful and unequivocal message to Iran and the entire region (especially after the October 7 attacks) that any attack on Israel will come at a very heavy price.
How does Hamas use psychological warfare to enhance its position?
Palestinian state: The source of the problem – opinion
Hizbullah’s Role in Escalation: Assessing the Likelihood of an All-Out War Along Israel’s Northern Border
Ground Maneuver is the Key to Israeli Victory
Hamas’s October 2023 Attack on Israel: The End of the Deterrence Strategy in Gaza
Israel should acknowledge and appreciate the historical support from the American people and the U.S. administration and be willing to fulfill certain requests from the U.S. However, Israel must avoid appearing overly reliant on the U.S., as this could strengthen the argument made by its adversaries that it is essentially a U.S. colony. Such a perception would weaken Israel’s regional influence.
Hamas tunnels under Gaza will be a key battlefield for Israel
Israel must defeat Hamas and take control of Gaza
Hezbollah’s increased boldness appears to stem from the steady erosion of Israeli deterrence. Jerusalem needs to change its strategy in Lebanon toward a gradual and controlled escalation.
