Analysis

In Poland, Estonia and Scandinavia, Vladimir Putin keeps pressing on NATO’s nerves with repeated violations of their airspace. Why does he do it? The Kremlin seems to have found an effective way to expose the alliance’s weaknesses, sow division among its members and collect intelligence. The choice of target countries is not random either. And as long as NATO does not act like Turkey did in 2015, when it shot down a Russian jet, Putin’s appetite will only grow.

The American president's decision to close the door on extending sovereignty provides the prime minister with a ready-made answer for hardliners. The move, at this juncture, would have exacted extremely heavy political and economic costs, primarily in the form of European sanctions even more severe than those still anticipated to arrive.

Gaza City carries an immense symbolic and military weight, with one key challenge: moving civilians to enable relatively free use of fire by the IDF. Despite the risks, a decisive result could accelerate the return of the hostages. 

Qatar’s military capabilities are limited, and any attempt to use them would likely result in a painful lesson. Still, Doha has ways to inflict significant damage on Israel, and it will not hesitate to use them. One thing is certain: the hugs Arab leaders give the Qataris are fake. Behind closed doors they are smiling, from ear to ear.

Based on Israeli evaluations, approximately 100,000 civilians have left the city while hundreds of thousands more stay in it, and the aim is to quicken and amplify the trend.

One can welcome the Lebanese government's decision to task the Lebanese army with formulating a plan to disarm Hezbollah, but also assume – with a sober look – that the likelihood of this happening is slim.

Hezbollah's leader Naim Qassem is trying to apply counter pressure on Lebanon’s government in light of its intention to disarm the terrorist organization. In this fight, Hezbollah wants to see blood. How should Israel act?

Activation of the snapback mechanism now seems almost inevitable. The move is not the preferred option for the E3 powers, but faced with a choice between damaging their credibility or reducing the chance of a deal, they have opted for the lesser evil.

Despite formal peace treaty, Egypt maintains hostile military posture while relying on Israeli energy supplies that prevent nationwide electrical grid collapse.

Oren Hazan threat of lawsuit against the AI model became a viral joke, but raises serious questions – the Israeli legal system has yet to establish a clear position regarding artificial intelligence responsibility and it seems that updated legislation is already needed for the new reality.