Amos Yadlin

In the face of criticism which delegitimizes Israel’s right to exist as the homeland of the Jewish people, the ministry’s report is a starting point.

Instead of simply waiting for Iran to act to design a response – a strategy that willingly forfeits the initiative – Israel ought to prepare effective responses in coordination with the US.

Seven tips for how Israel can improve its position amid turbulence on the Gaza border.

Israeli leadership ought to display determined statesmanship by resolute defense of the judicial system and law enforcement, the IDF and other security organs, and other gate keepers of democracy.

The National Security Strategy enables the Israeli leadership to assess the opportunities and challenges derived from the American world view.

Trump’s gamble could also result in a rift between the US administration and Congress and invite challenges to the president at home at the very moment he is in need of support to handle Iran.

If America’s determination to take action against Iran leads to rifts in US relations with Europe and the isolation of the US, the result will be an even more dangerous reality.

When crafting a response to this deeply troubling PA policy, Israeli decision makers must take into account the possibility that their actions could have secondary consequence.

The main issue for Israel’s decision makers is: what is the red line that, once crossed by Hamas, demands a proactive military operation against the tunnels?

Israeli policy has thus far favored sitting on the fence and observing from the side while developments unfold.