Navigating Regional Threats and U.S. Relations

Prof. Kobi Michael argues that Israel must significantly weaken Hezbollah and dismantle Hamas’s military capabilities to ensure national security and restore sovereignty in neighboring territories.

He further emphasizes that Israel will take independent military action to retaliate against security breaches, even if such actions potentially lead to a diplomatic crisis with the United States.

The full interview took place on NewsX World on June 5, 2026.

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