Security & strategic affairs
Volume 1, Numéro 1, Pages 35-46
2023-06-01

The Israeli-palestinian Conflict At The Center Of The Israeli Expansion And Normalization Strategy

Authors : Makboula Hamdis .

Abstract

This article delves into the controversial Israeli-Palestinian conflict, examining the contrasting perspectives of military strategists and the political class in Israel. It highlights the significance of understanding the power dynamics and strategies employed by Israel in the occupied Palestinian territories. Additionally, it analyzes the evolving strategic situation and the growing influence of Palestinian popular and armed resistance, rendering the current Israeli security strategy ineffective. The purpose of this article is to shed light on the complex dynamics of the IsraeliPalestinian conflict and emphasize the need for alternative strategies. By exploring both the objective and realistic vision of military strategists and the ideological vision of the political class, this article aims to stimulate critical thinking and encourage a nuanced understanding of the conflict. By examining Israel's expansionist strategy and its reliance on a strong military, this article highlights the power dynamics at play. Moreover, it underscores the shifting dynamics in occupied Palestine, where Palestinian popular and armed resistance has gained momentum.

Keywords

Israeli security, Palestinian resistance, Pro-Israel lobby, Arab Spring, Arab-Israeli Peace Accords.