Israel Must Retaliate Aggressively and Coordinate Deeply

Prof. Kobi Michael contends that Israel must retaliate very aggressively, even disproportionally, to the ongoing violations committed by Hamas. He explains that if Israel fails to be strict and determined, it risks shaping a reality very similar to the one that existed until October 7th, which will likely result in much more severe violations in the future. Therefore, Michael stresses the critical need for very well and deep coordination with the United States, particularly with President Trump, to ensure the rules of the game are truly changed, build legitimacy for Israeli actions, and remain sensitive to American interests.

The full interview took place on Channel I24, on October 28, 2025.