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דף הבית / Policy Papers / IDF

IDF

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Neither a Conscript Army nor an All-Volunteer Force: An Emergent IDF Model

The IDF has chosen to enjoy the advantages of both a volunteer military and a conscript “people’s army,” by piecemeal combination of elements of both

Prof. Eyal Ben-Ari
Policy Papers 15.06.2021
IDF

A deterring blow is needed

IDF strikes on Gaza's terrorists should be intense and aimed at causing severe damage to the intermediate level of command, infrastructure and weapons.

Colonel (res.) Dr. Eran Lerman
Policy Papers 12.05.2021
Gaza IDF Israeli Palestinian Conflict

Shortening mandatory service is a danger to Israel

Soldiers in uniform for less time means the army has less time to train them and can make use of their skills for a shorter period. In addition, there is no benefit in releasing potential young workers early at a time of rife unemployment.

Professor Efraim Inbar
Policy Papers 14.07.2020
IDF Iran
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Prepare for war, the right way

The IDF must return to the fundamentals: ground maneuver to achieve “hachra’a” – decisive outcomes.

Policy Papers 24.10.2019
IDF National security
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No Illusions, No Despair

The new JISS national security plan says avoid risky diplomatic escapades and prepare for war.

Policy Papers 24.05.2019
IDF Israel Defence Policy
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Challenges of the new IDF chief of staff

Clear understandings between the political and military echelons are essential in employment of military force and readiness for the next war.

Professor Efraim Inbar
Policy Papers 17.01.2019
IDF
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Is the IDF ready for our next war?

The IDF is building an impressive capacity to crush Hezbollah, Hamas and Iranian assets in future fighting. But it must not neglect defense of the periphery or go soft on its ethos and fighting spirit.

Policy Papers 02.01.2018
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