Hasbara Doesn’t Work: Israel Needs A New Form Of Messaging
Instead of hasbara, Israel would do well to embrace a new approach to strategic communications built around speed, engagement, and influence.
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At Home and Abroad, Intimidation is Now Official Russian Policy
While Moscow claims that it wants to replace the “rules-based international order” with a fairer system for all, Russia’s day-to-day behavior seems more appropriate for a rules-free system—one where right is determined simply by muscle and the nerve to use it.
Another Israel-Hezbollah War Is On The Horizon. Where is UNIFIL?
If the Biden administration is intent on keeping the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) in place, it would do well to make its existence contingent on a meaningful crackdown against Hezbollah.
The Iranian-Israeli Cold War is Turning Hot
Israel and the United States cannot afford to dismiss Iran’s escalatory strike on Saturday as a mere demonstration.
Strategic Implications of China Winning the Space Rescue Race
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