Peace Process

Policy Analysis on Peace Process

Netanyahu Era Likely Coming to an End Amid Post-Election Standoff

Three different scenarios could unfold in the coming weeks, but they all share one thing in common: Netanyahu would no longer dominate the political landscape the way he has over the past decade.

Oct 21, 2019

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David Makovsky

IDF commandoes engage in a rescue mission

Maps & Graphics

In-Depth Reports

Guidelines for Israel's National Security Strategy

This new study examines the current map of Israel’s threats and proposes principles to address them as the basis for a comprehensive national security strategy.

Oct 2, 2019

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Gadi Eisenkot
Gabi Siboni

Articles & Testimony

The Economics of Calm

The stabilization efforts brokered by Israel’s defense establishment have kept a lid on things so far, but the hazards of this approach may be unsustainable at a time of donor drought and Palestinian institutional erosion.

Sep 26, 2019

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Katherine Bauer

Articles & Testimony

Seven Black Swans in the Middle East

Events considered impossible tend to happen in the region with unusual frequency, so when will the next one appear?

Sep 24, 2019

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Martin Kramer

Articles & Testimony

How to Think About Israeli-Palestinian Peace

In the current circumstances of deep disbelief on both sides, stabilization and development go hand in hand.

Sep 24, 2019

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Dennis Ross

Brief Analysis

The Premier Who Cried Gevalt: Why Netanyahu Lost His Majority

Whether due to institutional concerns, failed alarmist tactics, or turnout issues, Netanyahu’s seat tally shrank between rounds one and two, and time is now on Benny Gantz’s side.

Sep 19, 2019

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David Makovsky

Brief Analysis

On the Eve of Israel’s Do-Over: Final Maneuvers and Coalition Possibilities

Netanyahu continues to hunt for last-minute right-wing votes, while the center-left has cast its lot with a “national unity” strategy that would aim to peel Likud away from him.

Sep 16, 2019

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David Makovsky

Articles & Testimony

Netanyahu Is Endangering the Future of a Two-State Solution

Advocacy groups, congressional delegations, and Trump administration officials should all be asking Israel the same tough question: how can we help you rethink settlement expansion and thereby preserve separation as an option?

Sep 15, 2019

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Dennis Ross
David Makovsky

Brief Analysis

How Will Palestinians Respond to Netanyahu’s Annexation Announcement?

Abbas will likely use it to rally the Arab League and UN against the Trump administration’s peace plan, and his success will depend on Washington’s own reaction going forward.

Sep 11, 2019

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Ghaith al-Omari

Video

Brief Analysis

How Israel's Most Important Leaders Shaped Its Destiny

Two Washington Institute fellows join the children of former Israeli prime ministers to discuss how their legacy of leadership informs the country’s biggest looming challenge: maintaining the possibility of separation from the Palestinians.

Sep 9, 2019

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David Makovsky
Dalia Rabin
Gilad Sharon
Dennis Ross

Brief Analysis

Younger Palestinians More Moderate on Tactical Issues, But Not on Long-Term Peace with Israel

A recent survey suggests an immediate opening for Washington to promote certain reforms, but real reconciliation still looks like a distant dream.

Sep 6, 2019

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David Pollock

Articles & Testimony

What Israel Still Needs to Learn from Ariel Sharon

Whoever wins the next election may need to make a courageous political decision about separating from the Palestinians before that option disappears forever.

Sep 4, 2019

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Dennis Ross
David Makovsky

In-Depth Reports

Be Strong and of Good Courage

How Israel’s Most Important Leaders Shaped Its Destiny

Modern Israel's founding fathers provided some of the boldest and most principled leadership of any nation. Now Israel needs their example more than ever.

Sep 3, 2019

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Dennis Ross
David Makovsky

Articles & Testimony

Israel Should Resist Trump's Efforts to Politicize Support

Neither Donald Trump nor Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib should be allowed to undermine bipartisan support for America’s closest ally in the Middle East.

Aug 22, 2019

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Dennis Ross
Stuart Eizenstat

Maps & Graphics

Brief Analysis

Israel Announces New Units for Settlers and Palestinians

Whether or not Palestinian units are actually built in Area C, the announcement will be a net loss if Israeli construction outside the security barrier becomes the new norm post-election.

Aug 16, 2019

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David Makovsky

Articles & Testimony

‘Settler Champion’ Netanyahu Can’t Even Get the Settlers to Vote for Him

The prime minister delivers for West Bank settlers at great cost internationally, but election results show they don’t pay him back at the ballot box.

Jul 3, 2019

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David Makovsky
Basia Rosenbaum
David Patkin

Articles & Testimony

Why Israel’s Generals Are Taking on Netanyahu

Almost all of them believe the prime minister is destroying the country's democratic values and sacrificing the Zionist dream by avoiding a two-state solution.

Jul 2, 2019

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Neri Zilber

Articles & Testimony

Bahrain’s Bid for Middle East Peace Role May Come Up Short

The guest list at the scaled-down meeting continues to shrink, while the tension caused by recent Iranian escalation looms in the background.

Jun 25, 2019

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Simon Henderson

Brief Analysis

Resolving the PA Funding Crisis, But Not in Bahrain

Rather than pinning false hopes on the Manama conference, the international community should focus on reforming the Paris Protocol and convincing the Palestinians to resume revenue transfers from Israel.

Jun 24, 2019

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Katherine Bauer

Brief Analysis

Bahrain’s Hopes and Fears for the Peace Conference

Although the island may reap diplomatic kudos and economic benefits for hosting such a high-profile event, the potential reactions of domestic sectarian communities and nearby Iran remain a concern.

Jun 24, 2019

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Simon Henderson

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