Israel must wake up to US and the world before national security is permanently harmed - comment

Yonah Jeremy Bob argues that Israel's post-October 7 military strategy risks its US defense alliance and warns the country must change course. He details military achievements but criticizes Prime Minister Netanyahu for insisting on complete Hamas disarmament, urging political alternatives to gain international credit.

Yonah Jeremy Bob argues that Israel's post-October 7 military strategy is risking its vital US defense alliance and warns that the country must wake up to changing global realities. He states that Israel has about one year to change the conversation before the next US presidential election, as both Democrats and Republicans are increasingly critical. Bob details Israel's military achievements: killing 25,000 Hamas terrorists, destroying 90% of Iran's nuclear program, and assassinating enemy leaders including Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and Hassan Nasrallah. However, he criticizes Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for insisting on complete Hamas disarmament, which has prevented any rebuilding in Gaza. Bob urges trying political alternatives, such as building a new city for Palestinians and allowing partial rebuilding for partial disarmament, to gain credit with the US and Europe. He warns that without change, Israel risks losing access to F-35s, F-15s, nuclear submarines, and advanced technology.