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Retired Brigadier General Dror Shalom Calls Israel's Strategic Position a Resounding Failure

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Retired Brigadier General Dror Shalom Calls Israel's Strategic Position a Resounding Failure
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First reported by Mako · 1 hour ago

What happened

Retired Brigadier General Dror Shalom criticized Israel's strategic failures despite operational successes, calling for a state inquiry and improved international relations. He highlighted missed opportunities in hostage recovery, warned about Iran's nuclear ambitions, and urged investment in education alongside defense.

  • 01Dror Shalom calls Israel's strategic situation a resounding failure despite operational achievements.
  • 02He claims more hostages could have been returned earlier with better strategy.
  • 03Shalom urges a state commission to investigate Israeli policy on Iran and Palestinians.
  • 04He criticizes the U.S. exit from the Iran nuclear deal as lacking a backup plan.
  • 05Shalom calls for strengthening ties with the U.S., Egypt, Jordan, and expanding Abraham Accords.
  • 06He stresses investing in education and technology to secure Israel's future.

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MakoCenter · Hebrew1 hour ago
Retired Brigadier General Dror Shalom Calls Israel's Strategic Position a Resounding Failure
N12Center · Hebrew1 hour ago
Retired Brig. Gen. Dror Shalom Calls Israel's Strategic Position a Resounding Failure

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