Israel's Secret Weapon - In an Era When the US and Iran Change the Rules

Israel is required to strengthen its security independence in an era when the US and Iran are changing the rules of the game in the Middle East. The article reviews the history of using intelligence as a policy tool, the current regional shifts, and the need to accelerate technological and intelligence development. It argues that external backing is a luxury, and independent strength is a necessary condition for survival.

The article, essentially an opinion piece, argues that Israel must rely on itself and strengthen its independent capabilities, as external backing, even from the US, is not guaranteed. It opens with a brief historical review of Israeli intelligence use even before the establishment of the state, and continues to describe the changing regional reality: the US, which was not ready for war, turned to the diplomatic arena; the UAE is managing channels with Iran; Saudi Arabia is renewing an agreement with Pakistan and integrating Turkey. The article emphasizes the lesson from October 7th, that Israel should rely on itself, and notes that despite improved deterrence capability, threats remain such as the Iranian nuclear program, missiles, and drones. It calls on the public to filter out political background noise, especially ahead of elections, and to understand that independent strength is a condition for survival.