Continuity and Change in Israeli Security Policy

The Middle East, particularly Israel, is often the site of extreme unrest and turmoil, drawing the attention of not only its neighbors but also the world. Such conflict has prompted many political scientists to ask the pivotal question: how should Israel respond to the changing external threats that confront it? This valuable work argues that the country's traditional concept of security is obsolete and that it must be reformulated. But how this is achieved depends on developments within the Middle East and on the outcome of current shifts in Israel's politics and society. An indispensable resource for anyone studying Israel's changing security status, this book is also ideal for all those hoping for peace in the Middle East.

Mark A. Heller is Principal Research Associate at the Jaffee Center for Strategic Studies, Tel Aviv University.