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From Battlefield Gains to Diplomatic Isolation: Israel in a Shifting Regional and International Order

To reverse its growing isolation, Israel must shift away from its reliance on military force and seize the diplomatic initiative. The first, crucial step is to work with allies and partners to end the war in Gaza

Gedaliah Afterman

September 28, 2025

From Battlefield Gains to Diplomatic Isolation: Israel in a Shifting Regional and International Order

A U.S. Air Force B-2 Spirit is recovered after supporting Operation MIDNIGHT HAMMER at Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri, 22 June 2025. Courtesy Photo on DVIDSHUB (Public Domain)

A U.S. Air Force B-2 Spirit is recovered after supporting Operation MIDNIGHT HAMMER at Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri, 22 June 2025. Courtesy Photo on DVIDSHUB (Public Domain)

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Can Israel Leverage the Fall of Assad to Promote Ties with Saudi Arabia?

Can Israel Leverage the Fall of Assad to Promote Ties with Saudi Arabia?

Can Israel Leverage the Fall of Assad to Promote Ties with Saudi Arabia?

Yossi Mann

16.7.25

Yossi Mann

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