What Drives Israel’s Aggressive War Strategy? How History Still Shapes Its Military
Last Updated:April 30, 2026, 13:00 IST Israel’s strategic mindset can be traced back to its creation in 1948, when it fought the Arab-Israeli war. Surrounded by hostile neighbours, Israel faced constant existential risk One of the most defining elements of Israeli strategy is the willingness to strike first when a threat is perceived as imminent….