Publishing Institution: Jerusalem Institute for Strategy and Security (JISS) / Political Geography: Israel

Author:: David M. Weinberg
Publication Date:: 11-2019
Content Type:: Working Paper
Institution:: Jerusalem Institute for Strategy and Security (JISS)
Abstract:: By changing the discourse about settlements, the Trump administration is laying the groundwork for realistic negotiation. Even if you think that Israeli settlement should be rolled-back in the context of a sensible peace arrangement, applying the demonizing epithet “illegal” makes for a destructive narrative that distances, not advances, peace.
Topic:: Diplomacy, Territorial Disputes, Discrimination, Negotiation, and Settlements
Political Geography:: Middle East, Israel, and Palestine

Author:: Aiman Mansour
Publication Date:: 11-2019
Content Type:: Working Paper
Institution:: Jerusalem Institute for Strategy and Security (JISS)
Abstract:: Given Iran’s presence in Syria, Israel must employ focused, operative rhetoric and policy versus the strategic threats it faces.
Topic:: Military Strategy, Hegemony, Foreign Interference, and Regional Power
Political Geography:: Iran, Middle East, Israel, Syria, North America, and United States of America

Author:: Yossi Mansharof
Publication Date:: 01-2019
Content Type:: Working Paper
Institution:: Jerusalem Institute for Strategy and Security (JISS)
Abstract:: Iran is taking advantage of the crises created by ISIS and the Arab Spring to advance its land route project from the Persian Gulf to the Mediterranean Sea. The American withdrawal from Syria will remove one of the obstacles that stand in Iran’s path, yet Israel has demonstrated its determination to prevent the establishment of this route.
Topic:: Security, Military Strategy, Economic Cooperation, and Strategic Stability
Political Geography:: Iran, Middle East, Israel, Syria, and Mediterranean

Author:: Efraim Inbar
Publication Date:: 01-2019
Content Type:: Working Paper
Institution:: Jerusalem Institute for Strategy and Security (JISS)
Abstract:: Clear understandings between the political and military echelons are essential in employment of military force and readiness for the next war.
Topic:: Defense Policy, Hegemony, Military Affairs, Leadership, and Israel Defense Forces (IDF)
Political Geography:: Middle East and Israel

Author:: Micky Aharonson
Publication Date:: 01-2019
Content Type:: Working Paper
Institution:: Jerusalem Institute for Strategy and Security (JISS)
Abstract:: Russia seeks to be more involved in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict by presenting it as critical to the stability of the whole Middle East. But the legitimacy that it accords to Hamas rules out deeper Russian involvement from Israel’s point of view.
Topic:: Security, Terrorism, Military Strategy, Hegemony, Conflict, and Foreign Interference
Political Geography:: Russia, Europe, Middle East, Israel, and Palestine

Author:: Elisheva Simon
Publication Date:: 01-2019
Content Type:: Working Paper
Institution:: Jerusalem Institute for Strategy and Security (JISS)
Abstract:: Lebanon has neither the desire nor the ability to address Hezbollah’s threat to its sovereignty. The likelihood of Lebanon suffering severe damage in a war against Israel does not change this situation.
Topic:: Security, Defense Policy, Sovereignty, Terrorism, Military Strategy, and Hezbollah
Political Geography:: Middle East, Israel, and Lebanon

Author:: Jonathan Spyer
Publication Date:: 02-2019
Content Type:: Working Paper
Institution:: Jerusalem Institute for Strategy and Security (JISS)
Abstract:: One way Iran’s efforts are taking place are below the official Syrian state structures – in the arming and sponsoring of Iran-controlled paramilitary formations on Syria soil.
Topic:: Security, Defense Policy, Military Strategy, Hegemony, and Israel Defense Forces (IDF)
Political Geography:: Iran, Middle East, Israel, and Syria

Author:: Joshua Krasna
Publication Date:: 02-2019
Content Type:: Working Paper
Institution:: Jerusalem Institute for Strategy and Security (JISS)
Abstract:: Arab countries are re-normalizing their relations with the Assad regime, seeking to balance the strong Iranian and Turkish influences in Syria and to achieve some degree of influence in a new Syrian political-strategic structure. This further cements a Russian-oriented strategic architecture in the region. In the long term, this could lead to tensions between conservative Arab states and Israel, if Israel targets the Syrian military and government in the campaign against Iran, or if Israel continues to promote diplomatic recognition of its Golan annexation.
Topic:: Diplomacy, International Cooperation, Military Strategy, Governance, Normalization, and Annexation
Political Geography:: Europe, Iran, Turkey, Middle East, Israel, Asia, and Syria

Author:: David M. Weinberg
Publication Date:: 02-2019
Content Type:: Working Paper
Institution:: Jerusalem Institute for Strategy and Security (JISS)
Abstract:: Assaults on Israeli sovereignty must be met by an Israeli counter-assault.
Topic:: Security, Sovereignty, Governance, and Civil-Military Relations
Political Geography:: Middle East, Israel, and Palestine

Author:: Eran Lerman
Publication Date:: 02-2019
Content Type:: Working Paper
Institution:: Jerusalem Institute for Strategy and Security (JISS)
Abstract:: Minister Yisrael Katz should restore and reinvigorate the Israeli foreign service. Israel’s many recent diplomatic breakthroughs require systemic and sustained follow-up by a strong and committed cadre of professionals.
Topic:: Foreign Policy, Military Strategy, Governance, and Leadership
Political Geography:: Middle East and Israel

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