“I was struck by Israeli soldiers’ sky-high morale and incredible fighting spirit.”
The distinguished strategist explains how such a small state has managed to become such a major innovator in defense technology.
What the Pentagon could learn from Israeli innovation.
The dangers of postmodern strategy.
The IDF has become much smaller, less disciplined, less well trained, and much too reliant on airstrikes.
The era of surgical strikes is over.
And the drawbacks of a tech-focused military.
The dangers of refusal to serve.
The F-35 demonstrates what Washington gains from investing in the IDF.
Preserving the people’s army.
And any sign of daylight between Jerusalem and Washington would encourage their mutual enemies.
In fact, it is bound to emerge strengthened by the current crisis.
Hundreds of reservists are currently participating in a massive exercise. Not a single soldier refused to show up for duty.
A tale of humanitarian hypocrisy.