On January 23rd 2023, researchers of the Institute for National Security Studies (INSS) submitted the Strategic Analysis for Israel 2023 to the President of Israel, Mr. Isaac Herzog. This document serves as a comprehensive analysis of Israel's strategic environment from the perspective of national security, focusing on the main current threats as well as potential opportunities and includes a series of policy recommendations for decision makers. On part one of this special program, INSS research associate Adi Kantor sits down with Major General (res.) Tamir Hayman, the Managing Director of the Institute, to discuss two of the most crucial issues stated in the strategic analysis: Israel’s special relations with the United States and Israel’s policy regarding Iran. What is at stake for Israel’s national security balance sheet in the upcoming year regarding these two important issues? Adi Kantor and Tamir Hayman discuss INSS recommendations.

Read the full Strategic Analysis: https://www.inss.org.il/publication/strategic-analysis-israel-2023/