Thursday 31 July 2025 - 12:11
A Struggle to Heal the Wounds: The Israeli Security Doctrine 2025–2026
The 2025–2026 Israeli security doctrine, published by the Institute for National Security Studies (INSS), identifies Iran as the principal regional threat. Focusing on Iran’s nuclear programme, the role of the Axis of Resistance, and security cooperation with the United States, the document delineates three plausible scenarios—namely, a new accord with Washington, Iran’s attainment of nuclear capability, and a protracted stalemate—each accompanied by prescribed strategies such as military intervention, economic coercion, and covert operations.