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Ron Ben-Yishai

רון בן ישי בסוריה
Reporter's notebook: A drive through the Syrian Golan Heights
In new border doctrine, IDF operates 10 forward outposts inside Syrian territory, deems fast-moving vehicles a threat and builds reinforced land barrier
Ron Ben-Yishai | 05.19.25
רג'פ טראיפ ארדואן , הפגישה של נשיא ארה"ב דונלד טראמפ עם נשיא סוריה אחמד א-שרע ובן סלימאן
Trump’s gift to Erdoğan and the new demands on Syria’s president | Behind the historic meeting
Analysis: After the historic Riyadh summit, Turkey's Erdoğan emerges as the biggest winner from al-Sharaa's rise—poised to earn billions, repatriate refugees and expand military influence; Meanwhile, Trump hails the ex-jihadist wearing a suit and softens demands on Damascus—once again sidelining Israel from key decisions
Ron Ben-Yishai | 05.14.25
US deal to release Edan Alexander without Israeli involvement could prove fruitful
Analysis: Trump’s decision to negotiate directly with Hamas for Edan Alexander's release risks granting the terror group diplomatic legitimacy while sidelining Israel’s government, but could also lead to renewed talks to end war
Ron Ben-Yishai | 05.12.25
ראש הממשלה בנימין נתניהו מגיע לפגישתו עם דונלד טראמפ בבית הלבן
Trump’s quest for foreign policy wins could jeopardize Israel's security
Analysis: As Trump prepares for a high-stakes Middle East trip focused on arms deals and Saudi nuclear ambitions, Israeli officials fear being sidelined on Gaza, Iran and regional normalization efforts—with strategic consequences
Ron Ben-Yishai | 05.09.25
פעילות כוחות חטיבה 188 במרחב רפיח
Planned Gaza campaign stages, leverage points and Hamas' 'exit options' | Exclusive
Analysis: Israel's upcoming campaign in Gaza, dubbed Gideon's Chariots, aims to pressure Hamas to release hostages and dismantle its military and governing capabilities; The three-phase operation, already underway, leaves Hamas off-ramps after each stage
Ron Ben-Yishai | 05.07.25
תקיפות בצנעא, תימן
This is how Israel ‘suffocates’ the Houthis – and the reason for advance warning before IDF strike
Analysis: IDF strikes in Yemen have effectively placed the Houthis under both an aerial and maritime siege, as they rely on Iranian military aid and now are cut off from international transit; IDF warning came after WHO chief was present during a December strike on the same site
Ron Ben-Yishai | 05.06.25
זירת הנפילה בנתב"ג
Hate-ridden Houthis: Why they're hard to hit, and what can deter them
Analysis: The missile that hit Ben Gurion Airport was a victory for the Houths and showed once again that our interception systems are not foolproof; Although the Americans are severely damaging Houthi capabilities, they are still able to launch missiles; An Israeli operation in Yemen would require complex coordination with Washington and could complicate matters in the international arena, and it might not even deter the Houthis 
Ron Ben-Yishai | 05.05.25
צנעא
Why Houthi missile attacks on Israel are intensifying
Analysis: The Houthis’ recent surge in missile launches reflects their desperation to deplete dwindling stockpiles amid a relentless US campaign targeting their capabilities
Ron Ben-Yishai | 05.03.25
שריפה פרצה בספינה שניסתה להגיע לעזה לאחר שהותקפה על ידי ישראל ליד מלטה
Attack of Gaza aid ship near Malta is a warning sign
Analysis: The organizers of the Gaza-bound aid ship don’t know who struck it, but only a regional power can hit a vessel at sea with drones from such a range. The message was clear. The question is: was it received?
Ron Ben-Yishai | 05.02.25
ישראל, ארה"ב, איראן
U.S. and Israel prepare for tough choices on Iran’s nuclear program as talks intensify
Analysis: As U.S.-Israel tensions rise over Iran’s nuclear program, Israeli leaders, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, are weighing military action, while diplomatic talks with the U.S. continue in Oman, with no resolution in sight
Ron Ben-Yishai | 04.25.25
לוחמי צה"ל ברפיח
These are the options for the IDF in Gaza and this is the one it prefers
Analysis: Military presents strategic options for Gaza, ranging from a permanent ceasefire to a large-scale ground offensive, while warning of risks, humanitarian crises and potential for long-term instability in region
Ron Ben-Yishai | 04.25.25
ישראל כ"ץ ואל-ג'ולאני
Israel, Turkey ponder how to split Syria into spheres of influence until stable governance takes hold
Analysis: As Israel and Turkey vie for influence in post-Assad Syria, tensions rise over military and economic ambitions; While Israel seeks to counter Turkey's growing presence, both nations explore mediated agreements to divide control until Syria stabilizes
Ron Ben-Yishai | 04.06.25
Strategic escalation in the Indian Ocean signals US seriousness in Iran conflict
Analysis: US increases military deployment in Indian Ocean to pressure Iran into halting nuclear program, missile development and proxy activities; Bombers and carriers signal readiness, while diplomacy remains a priority amid escalating tensions
Ron Ben-Yishai | 03.30.25
ראש הממשלה בנימין נתניהו ונשיא ארה"ב דונלד טראמפ במסיבת העיתונאים בבית הלבן
'Pressure tactics': Israel plays part in Trump's 'gates of hell' threat
Analysis: IDF launches targeted airstrikes in Gaza to pressure Hamas on hostage releases, dismantle its governance structures and align with US efforts against Iran and Houthi threats, despite risks to captive Israelis
Ron Ben-Yishai | 03.18.25
תקיפה בצנעא, תימן
Unfazed by regional war, Trump challenges Iran as Houthis threaten Israel with retaliation
Commentary: Encouraged by Israel but with little intelligence support, Trump launches major offensive against Houthis, with 13 killed in Sana’a; unlike Biden, he’s unafraid of regional war; strikes, backed by Saudi Arabia, aim to secure shipping lanes and deter Iran
Ron Ben-Yishai | 03.15.25
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