Winning wars is not enough to permanently secure Israel's safety

Recent military actions by the US and Israel against Iranian targets, Hezbollah, and Hamas have created a strategic opening, degrading enemy capabilities and dismantling infrastructure. However, the article emphasizes that these military achievements alone are insufficient for lasting security. "Military campaigns can destroy launchers, command centers, and weapons stockpiles. They cannot, by themselves, create a durable security reality."

• Victory must include the return of all hostages, secure return for displaced Israelis, and ensure sacrifices lead to permanent safety, not temporary pauses.
• Israel must prevent Iran from restoring its missile, drone, and nuclear capabilities through sustained readiness, intelligence, economic pressure, and strict verification.
• Lessons from UN Resolution 1701 in Lebanon show that future arrangements must have strong enforcement mechanisms to prevent Hezbollah's rearmament.
• In Gaza, victory means preventing Hamas or similar groups from rebuilding military control, ensuring any governing alternative denies terrorists weapons and territory.
• Coordination with Washington and pragmatic Arab states is crucial for a regional security architecture against Iran and its proxies.