Noa Lazimi: Israel’s efforts to protect its border with Syria are motivated by legitimate security needs, not expansionism. It is a vital key interest for Israel to ensure that southern …
Noa Lazimi

Noa Lazimi
Expert in International Relations. Research Coordinator in an academic project on Israel’s Grand Strategy at Bar-Ilan University. Previously served as Head of Research on Civil-Military Relations at the Jewish Statesmanship Center . Former Research Director of Model United Nations (MUN) programs in various educational frameworks.
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Exclusive: Israel hit Syrian bases scoped by Turkey, hinting at regional showdown, sources say
Noa Lazimi: The base would enable Turkey to establish air superiority in this area, and this poses a serious concern for Israel because it undermines its operational freedom in the …
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Now, as Donald on his second term, many of these key disputes with Turkey’s Recep Tayyip Erdogan remain unresolved, while new frictions have emerged – some of which could significantly impact Israel.
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Despite the temptation to come to the Kurds’ aid, Israel must consider the implications of mobilizing in support of Ankara’s bitter enemies.
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Turkey’s influence grows in Syria post-Assad, raising questions about Erdogan’s next move toward Israel.
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While Israel’s strike on Hodeidah briefly restored deterrence, recent Houthi missile and drone attacks in the Red Sea reveal the threat is far from over.