Yoni Ben Menachem's Blog - נושא: Israel

What Lies Behind Egypt’s Violations of the Peace Agreement with Israel?

19 February 2025

Israel’s political leadership is deeply concerned about Egypt’s violations of the peace agreement in the Sinai Peninsula and intends to address the issue with the Trump administration.
Senior security officials warn that despite the peace treaty, Egypt has a vested interest in weakening Israel militarily and politically.
They argue that it is time to abandon the misconceptions that led to the intelligence failure on October 7, 2023.

Will the New Government in Lebanon Enforce Its Authority on Hezbollah?

18 February 2025

Senior security officials in Israel assess that a broad confrontation between Lebanon’s new government and Hezbollah is inevitable. According to them, Beirut’s airport has become a central hub for smuggling money from Iran to Hezbollah after the closure of the border with Syria.

Trump Breaks the Taboo: Transfer Returns to Political Discourse

13 February 2025

Israel’s security establishment is preparing to implement President Donald Trump’s immigration plan, which would allow residents of the Gaza Strip to leave voluntarily for destinations abroad.
Trump has dismantled long-standing taboos surrounding the Palestinian issue, granting renewed legitimacy to the term “transfer.”

President Trump Stands Firmly with Israel Against Hamas

11 February 2025

President Trump has taken an unequivocal stance in support of Israel following Hamas’s announcement that it is postponing the release of Israeli hostages.
In response, Trump has threatened severe consequences if the hostages are not freed, declaring, “If all the hostages are not released by Saturday at 12:00 noon, I would cancel the ceasefire and let all hell break loose.”

The Israeli Mossad is Prepared to Thwart Terrorist Attacks Abroad by Those Released in the Hostage Deal

27 January 2025

Deporting the terrorists abroad presents a significant challenge for the Israeli Mossad, which will endeavor to prevent their terrorist activities against the State of Israel.
Some of the terrorists will arrive in Istanbul, Turkey, where the military wing of Hamas operates under the auspices of Turkish intelligence and President Erdogan.

Hamas Seeks to End the War and Project Victory

20 January 2025

Hamas is striving to buy time and prevent Israel from resuming military operations in the Gaza Strip to maintain its grip on power and demonstrate that Israel has failed to achieve its war objectives.
Senior security officials estimate that Hamas is counting on the Trump administration to prevent Israel from resuming hostilities. As a result, Hamas is taking measures to avoid giving Israel any justification for renewing the conflict.

Fear of a Security Escalation in Judea and Samaria Following the Release of Terrorists

19 January 2025

The Israeli security establishment is preparing for a potential security escalation in Judea and Samaria due to the anticipated release of hundreds of terrorists as part of the deal between Israel and Hamas.
Palestinian Authority (PA) officials estimate that the release will empower armed terrorist groups, potentially destabilizing the PA and escalating attacks.

The Election of Lebanon’s New President: A Symbol of Hezbollah’s Declining Political Power

12 January 2025

Senior security officials assert that the election of General Joseph Aoun, commander of the Lebanese army, as Lebanon’s new president marks a significant defeat for Hezbollah and underscores its diminishing influence in Lebanon’s political arena.
This election is expected to amplify international pressure on Israel to complete its withdrawal from southern Lebanon by the end of the month.

Why Did Hamas Resume Firing Rockets from the Gaza Strip at Israel?

9 January 2025

In recent weeks, Hamas has resumed firing rockets at Israel despite the ongoing Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) operations in the Gaza Strip. This development signals a partial restoration of Hamas’ military capabilities and highlights its intent to deliver messages to Israel and its domestic audience.

How Can President Trump Put Pressure on Hamas?

9 January 2025

The Hamas organization appears to dismiss President Trump’s warnings regarding the release of hostages, with sources within Hamas claiming that his threats do not intimidate their leadership.
However, senior Israeli security officials have proposed a series of measures that President Trump could implement if the hostages are not released by the time he assumes office on January 20.

Israel

What Lies Behind Egypt’s Violations of the Peace Agreement with Israel?

Will the New Government in Lebanon Enforce Its Authority on Hezbollah?

Trump Breaks the Taboo: Transfer Returns to Political Discourse

President Trump Stands Firmly with Israel Against Hamas

The Israeli Mossad is Prepared to Thwart Terrorist Attacks Abroad by Those Released in the Hostage Deal

Hamas Seeks to End the War and Project Victory

Fear of a Security Escalation in Judea and Samaria Following the Release of Terrorists

The Election of Lebanon’s New President: A Symbol of Hezbollah’s Declining Political Power

Why Did Hamas Resume Firing Rockets from the Gaza Strip at Israel?

How Can President Trump Put Pressure on Hamas?

What Lies Behind Egypt’s Violations of the Peace Agreement with Israel?

Will the New Government in Lebanon Enforce Its Authority on Hezbollah?

Trump Breaks the Taboo: Transfer Returns to Political Discourse

President Trump Stands Firmly with Israel Against Hamas

The Israeli Mossad is Prepared to Thwart Terrorist Attacks Abroad by Those Released in the Hostage Deal

Hamas Seeks to End the War and Project Victory

Fear of a Security Escalation in Judea and Samaria Following the Release of Terrorists

The Election of Lebanon’s New President: A Symbol of Hezbollah’s Declining Political Power

Why Did Hamas Resume Firing Rockets from the Gaza Strip at Israel?

How Can President Trump Put Pressure on Hamas?

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