PIJ is an important part of the Iranian strategy for fighting Israel. The regime in Tehran makes use of charities and other civilian organizations, such as money changers, to transfer funds to its allies in Gaza. Analysis
All-out warfare would likely be deeply painful for both sides. Therefore, the two will likely choose to largely avoid large-scale military conflicts. Instead, they will to attack each other through cyber warfare, as well as diplomatic and economic means. Analysis
Assad's military underwent a profound upheaval during the years of the civil war, which brought it to the point of almost complete dissolution. However, the increased Russian involvement in the country has contributed greatly to the rehabilitation of the Syrian Armed Forces. All of these developments also include some good news for Israel
An Iranian merchant ship was damaged last week while sailing off the shore of Saudi Arabia, and since then, an attempt has been made to understand who attacked the ship and how they did it. According to various reports, the ship was attacked by missiles, but photographs of the ship after the attack have suggested some other options. Commentary
Cruise missiles are no longer the exclusive domain of a handful of global powers. The proliferation of these strategic missiles has expanded to such rogue states as Iran and even to terrorist organizations like Hezbollah. Special review of the cruise missile threat in the Middle East
With Iran and the agreement becoming the common enemy in the Middle East, the Director of Israel’s foreign ministry, Dore Gold, referred to the Sunni Arab states in the region as Israel’s allies
Shi'ite and Sunni Muslims have been fighting a bitter all-out war in the Middle East over the last few years. Will the battles raging on Syrian soil decide the outcome of the struggle between the aspiring leaders of the region? Exclusive analysis
Prime Minister Netanyahu and Cyprus President Nicos Anastasiades agreed to increase their collaboration on both energy and security. The energy relationship has not been fleshed out yet, but the idea of an East Mediterranean pipeline was mentioned as a possibility
Arab media reported several casualties, after a vehicle was attacked by an aircraft on the Syrian Golan Heights. According to reports, the attack is attributed to Israel and Hezbollah fighters are among the dead. The IDF does not comment on the reports
The US State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to Lebanon for 1,500 TOW missiles and associated equipment. This proposed sale will help to improve the security of a country that has been and continues to be an important force for political stability and economic progress in the Middle East, the DSCA stated