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Military and defense

The Military and Security section of JISS explores critical defense topics, focusing on Israel’s strategic security needs amidst regional tensions. It covers the complexities of military strategy, including counterterrorism, missile defense, and regional security challenges. Key experts analyze emerging threats, Israeli defense capabilities, and strategic alliances. These discussions are central to shaping policy for a secure and resilient Israel.

The Day After Abu Mazen

Israel must expand counter-terrorism measure in Judea and Samaria, strengthen deterrence, build up operational readiness,...

Lessons for the IDF from October 7 – with Gabi Siboni

Watch the recording of the webinar that took place February 9, 2026....

Gaza Crisis

Interview with Brig. Gen. Yossi Kuperwasser...

Notes on Shaping a Grand Strategy for Israel

As a small state in a region marked by radicalism, nuclear ambition, and limited strategic...

Board of Peace explained: How it works and who is running it

Col. (res.) Dr. Eran Lerman is quoted in the article...

The Writing on the Wall

Rising violence in mixed Jewish–Arab cities, compounded by weapons smuggling in the Negev, is eroding...

Trump appoints Hamas patrons to Gaza board, raising alarm in Israel

Brig. Gen. (res.) Yossi Kuperwasser is quoted in the article...

Syria Crisis

Interview with Brig. Gen. Yossi Kuperwasser...

Gaza Peace Board

Interview with Brig. Gen. Yossi Kuperwasser...

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