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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.

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...

October 7 Commission

Interview with Brig. Gen. Yossi Kuperwasser...

A Narrowing Window for Strategic Decision

Military achievements and diplomatic frameworks have created favorable conditions for Israel, but only the full...

Decisiveness and Victory: A Military and Political Analysis

The difference between decisiveness and victory lies at the very heart of successful strategy: decisiveness...

Trump’s Gaza Plan Ahead of the Transition to Phase Two: Risks and Opportunities

The plan, endorsed by UNSC Resolution 2308, offers Israel an important opportunity, but its success...

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