Columbia University Press Israel's Counterterrorism Strategy - Columbia University Press

Since its independence in 1948, Israel has navigated constant security threats from neighbors and the Palestinian conflict. In this volume from the Columbia Studies in Terrorism and Irregular Warfare series, Boaz Ganor provides an authoritative analysis of how these threats have shaped Israeli security policy. This book offers a comprehensive look at the nation's approach to counterterrorism throughout its history. Using unprecedented access to Israeli leaders, Ganor delivers an insider's account of the decision-making processes and the challenges faced at the core of counterterror activities. This text serves as a deep study of the dilemmas and strategies used to manage persistent violence and security risks.