ABSTRACT

Israel is a Jewish state in a Muslim Middle East. How can it survive in that region? This book answers this question by analyzing the dangers and threats that Israel faces today. The book also highlights an important component of Israel's strength: the endurance and the cohesion of its social fabric, which the author sees as the key to his country's survival in the Middle East. Written by Israel's former deputy minister of defence, this book is essential reading for all those interested in the contemporary politics of the Middle East.

chapter 1|5 pages

Perilious Waters

chapter 3|6 pages

Egypt

Threat, danger, or ally?

chapter 4|5 pages

Jordan

The indispensable partner

chapter 5|10 pages

Syria

A tough neighbor

chapter 6|5 pages

Iraq's Vague Future

chapter 7|10 pages

Iran

The main threat

chapter 8|6 pages

Will the World Change?

chapter 9|4 pages

A Warning Note

chapter 10|9 pages

Two Essential Conditions

chapter 11|6 pages

The New Deterrence

chapter 12|9 pages

The United States

A slightly different alliance

chapter 13|4 pages

Regional Alliances

chapter 14|12 pages

National Resolve