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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.

Israel Wants Hezbollah’s Weapons by Any Means Necessary

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

From Caracas to Gaza, the Old Rules Lose Their Grip

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

Israel’s Strategic Assessment – with Yossi Kuperwasser

Watch the recording of the webinar that took place January 7, 2026....

The Militias in Gaza Are Helping Israel More Than Is Commonly Thought

The more a violent actor is forced onto the defensive, the fewer resources it has...

Determination and Resolve Are Required in Lebanon

Israel should fully utilize its current freedom of action in Lebanon, created by U.S. pressure...

How Israel is reshaping missile defense in Europe

Germany’s Arrow 3 purchase places Israeli technology at the core of Europe’s emerging missile defense...

From Information Warfare to Algorithmic Siege: The Rise of Non-State Actor Platformized Statecraft

Non-state actors can now challenge state power by orchestrating global campaigns from a smartphone, winning...

The Day After the Day After: Israel’s Options in Gaza

The emerging postwar framework presents four alternative courses: maintaining the status quo, decisive military action...

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