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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.

Yes to Victory; No to Containment and Defeat

Since 2002, we have seen repeatedly in Judea and Samaria, and again in 2005 with...

The Road to Destruction of Hamas Runs Through IDF Military and Civil Control – Northern Gaza First

Creating a governmental alternative to Hamas in the Gaza Strip requires the destruction of Hamas’...

Let the Palestinian Authority into Gaza

An enlightened government for Gaza is not available. The alternative that will ensure the greatest...

Why Israel needs to conquer Rafah and defeat Hamas

Why Israel needs to conquer Rafah and defeat Hamas...

The American administration is guilty of wishful thinking on a regional defense architecture

The American effort to stop the Gaza war hasn’t helped shore up the fragile trust...

The Game of Camps Revisited: Where are we in 2024?

As the Arab world fell apart after 2011, one way to navigate the new realities...

Iran’s foiled attack and Israel’s Response: Not (Yet) a Point of Inflection in Israel’s War Strategy

Iran's assault on Israel changed the rules of the regional game – but as Israel's...

The Battle of Rafah is About to Begin

The Battle of Rafah is About to Begin...

Israel’s urban warfare experience in Gaza can benefit allies

Israel’s urban warfare experience in Gaza can benefit allies...

After the counterattack: Why is Israel avoiding escalation with Iran?

After the counterattack: Why is Israel avoiding escalation with Iran?...

“Israel cannot attack three different fronts”: General Yaakov Amidror

“Israel cannot attack three different fronts”: General Yaakov Amidror...

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