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On Gaza and hostages, Netanyahu cannot be less of a hawk than Trump | Analysis

Analysis: The prime minister's statements show that he is under pressure - from the right and Washington; Netanyahu fears that the American president will 'turn on him'; Senior security officials say, and ministers know: If Israel launches an operation in Gaza, at least some of the hostages will be killed; Hamas wants to preserve its achievements in the deal and, therefore, it can be assumed that the crisis will be resolved

Ron Ben-Yishai | 02.12.25

Hamas avoids collapse of deal but seeks concessions in Phase II

Commentary: Group freezes hostage releases to pressure Israel but leaves room for talks; early announcement and its source—the group's military wing—sign possible reversal; meanwhile, Hamas sees Israeli distress over freed hostages’ condition as victory

Ron Ben-Yishai | 02.10.25

What has the IDF accomplished in Jenin so far?

Jenin operation echoes Ariel Sharon’s 1971 Gaza strategy, which included controversial but effective displacement—an approach that may interest figures like Trump; yet with the campaign ongoing, how can Israel prevent terror groups from regrouping?

Ron Ben-Yishai | 02.06.25

ראש הממשלה בנימין נתניהו נפגש עם נשיא ארה"ב דונלד טראמפ בבית הלבן

Trump’s warm embrace signals larger Middle East peace plan

Commentary: Preparatory meetings, Trump’s surprising command of details, his serious intent to empty Gaza and his message to Iran all suggest POTUS enlisting Netanyahu in support of his broader peace vision; but his priorities don’t always align with PM's

Ron Ben-Yishai | 02.05.25

Israel enters third phase of war: What comes next?

Commentary: Netanyahu's US trip marks key moment in war, shaping next phase of hostage deal and regional dynamics; as talks unfold, questions loom over deal’s stability and Trump's push for mass relocation of Gazans

Ron Ben-Yishai | 02.02.25

רעולי פנים של חמאס מקבלים את העקורים בצפון רצועת עזה

Hamas, PIJ had good reason to back down and free Arbel Yahoud

Opinion: Islamist terror groups' ultimate goal is to reach the 2nd phase of the cease-fire deal - the end of the war; IDF can still respond militarily to violations; Israel takes a hit in the images emerging from the return of Gazans to the north

Ron Ben-Yishai | 01.27.25

Trump plan for the day after in Gaza is evacuation, then construction

Opinion: US president reveals he raised the idea of removing Palestinian population during Gaza reconstruction with Jordanian king and will do so with Egyptian leader although it is likely to be rejected by both and by Palestinian leadership'; In Israel there is a more positive view

Ron Ben-Yishai | 01.26.25

החטופות מגיעות לבית חולים שיבא ונפגשות עם משפחותיהן

Three non-negotiables for Israel in the second hostage deal phase

Commentary: Mediators must ensure Gaza is demilitarized, Hamas surrenders control and future hostage releases avoid becoming chaotic public spectacles; while the deal marks progress, Israel cannot tolerate jihadist militias along its border

Ron Ben-Yishai | 01.20.25

Hostage deal is the best that can be expected under current conditions

Opinion: Benefits to Israel outweigh disadvantages including security concerns; Trump administration would provide leverage against Hamas, lift restrictions on military aid and assist Israel in other matters

Ron Ben-Yishai | 01.14.25

Northern Gaza campaign and post-war plans: How Trump’s leverage shapes war

Commentary: Netanyahu believes sustained military pressure key to compelling Hamas into negotiations, as terror group fears Israel might annex northern Gaza; Trump holds leverage over both Hamas and PM, including pressure to accept PA role in post-war Gaza

Ron Ben-Yishai | 01.12.25

יאיר קראוס וגיל נחושתן בא-נאקורה עם רמ"ט 226 ומג"ד 9263

Relying on the Lebanese army to deter Hezbollah delays IDF withdrawal

Analysis - IDF remains in southern Lebanon as it works to dismantle Hezbollah’s hidden infrastructure; A cease-fire agreement notwithstanding, progress is hindered by the Lebanese Army’s insufficient enforcement

Ron Ben-Yishai | 01.05.25

20 minutes to impact: How Israel's daring Syria raid crippled Iran’s missile plans

Commentary: In September, IDF commandos raided a Syrian missile facility, destroying planetary mixers vital for producing solid rocket fuel for Hezbollah and Syria; airstrikes forced guards into hiding as troops rappelled in to strike

Ron Ben-Yishai | 01.01.25

Foiling terror attacks, collaborating with the IDF: Shin Bet's year of recovery

Analysis: Despite Hamas' efforts to ignite violence in West Bank and Israel, security agency reports 40% drop in successful terror attacks; partnering with IDF in Gaza, operatives target Hamas leaders, search for hostages and work to minimize soldier casualties

Ron Ben-Yishai | 01.01.25

תקיפות ישראליות ליד נמל התעופה בצנעא תימן

Raising the cost for the Houthis: A severe blow to ties with Iran

Commentary: Airstrikes on Sanaa airport and Hodeidah port aim to disrupt Houthi access to Iranian weapons, showing that distance not a factor; despite close US coordination, defense officials assert strikes won’t deter Houthis and end war of attrition

Ron Ben-Yishai | 12.26.24

זירת נפילת הטיל החות'י בשדרות הבעש"ט ביפו, תל אביב

A gap in Israel's defense: The reasons behind failure to intercept Houthi missile

Analysis: Recent failures to intercept Yemeni munitions targeting Israel could be linked to a vulnerability in its air defense system or an increase in Iranian missile sophistication

Ron Ben-Yishai | 12.21.24

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