Yoni Ben Menachem's Blog - נושא: Terror

Hezbollah’s Intelligence Failure: The Assassination of Saleh Al-Arouri

7 January 2024

The successful assassination of Saleh al-Arouri in the heart of Hezbollah’s stronghold in Lebanon symbolizes a significant intelligence failure on the part of Hezbollah, which was tasked with protecting its guest. Hezbollah, along with Lebanese intelligence, is currently attempting to locate suspects involved in the assassination. The incident underscores the prowess of the Israeli Mossad in penetrating the heart of terrorism, dealing a blow to Hezbollah’s security measures.

Yahya Sinwar’s Impact on Hamas Rule in Gaza

6 January 2024

It is widely perceived in Gaza that Yahya Sinwar’s recent offensive against Israel on October 7th, while seemingly powerful, has inadvertently accelerated the decline of Hamas rule in the Gaza Strip.

Hamas’s Strategic Moves and the Potential Impact on Palestinian Dynamics

4 January 2024

Hamas is strategically positioning itself in response to potential challenges to its rule in the Gaza Strip, particularly in light of the recent IDF military advance.
The group is anticipating the weakening of its control by Israel and is taking proactive measures.

A Bold Israeli Message to Terrorist Organizations in the Region

3 January 2024

The unexpected assassination of senior Hamas official Saleh al-Arouri in Beirut sends a powerful message to terrorist organizations in the region, signaling a shift in the rules of engagement following the October 7th massacre.

Redefining Realistic Goals for the Gaza Strip Conflict

2 January 2024

The time has come for the political leadership to reassess the objectives of the ongoing conflict in the Gaza Strip, particularly concerning the Hamas movement, given the current state of hostilities.
Israel stands a better chance of achieving its objectives through resolute determination and the preservation of national unity.

Ensuring Stability in Gaza: A Call for Swift Disarmament

2 January 2024

Israel faces the imperative task of expediting the disarmament of the Gaza Strip, even as clashes persist in its southern and central regions.

Securing the “Philadelphia Corridor”: A Strategic Imperative for Israel

30 December 2023

The imminent occupation of the “Philadelphia Corridor” by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) along the Gaza Strip border with Egypt underscores the critical importance of controlling this key passageway. The corridor, stretching approximately 15 km, has become a hotbed for weapon smuggling from Egypt into the hands of Hamas.

Israeli Message to Iran and Syria

28 December 2023

The recent assassination of Riza Mousavi, a senior member of the Iranian Revolutionary Guards, in Damascus is widely perceived in the Middle East as a strategic warning from Israel to Iran and Syria.

Rethinking Solutions: A Critical Look at the Proposal to Deport Yahya Sinwar

28 December 2023

The suggestion to deport Yahya Sinwar, the leader of the Hamas military, to a foreign country is impractical and raises ethical concerns. Rather than offering a solution, it could be perceived as a reward for terrorism. Instead, a more assertive approach, focusing on the physical elimination of Sinwar and Muhammad Def, would align with the need for justice and accountability.

Hamas moves to a guerilla war in the Gaza Strip

28 December 2023

The current situation in the Gaza Strip presents a complex challenge for the IDF as Hamas shifts its tactics towards guerrilla warfare.
The IDF is responding by adapting its strategies and aiming to locate and neutralize the top military leadership of Hamas, headed by Yahya Sinwar.

Securing the “Philadelphia Corridor”: A Strategic Imperative for Israel

30 December 2023

Israeli Message to Iran and Syria

28 December 2023

The recent assassination of Riza Mousavi, a senior member of the Iranian Revolutionary Guards, in Damascus is widely perceived in the Middle East as a strategic warning from Israel to Iran and Syria.