Israel’s strategic environment​​​​

• A broad look at the region - players, rivals, interests, threats and opportunities.

• Understanding the multi-domain challenges Israel faces and how they are being addressed.

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The northern arena (Lebanon, Syria)

• Who’s who in the northern arena – main players and interests.

• Recent developments and looking ahead at eventualities and courses of action.

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The Gaza Strip

• The complexities of the Gaza Strip, analyzing Hamas and the Islamic Jihad. 

• Current and looming threats, and what can we do about it?

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Introduction to Israeli culture

• Mitigate the inevitable culture shock by understanding fundamental aspects of Israeli culture.

• Whether moving to Israel or engaging with Israelis, here's an eye opener and a door opener.

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Cultural Codes of Israeli Innovation

• Blueprints of Israeli culture and its effect on innovation, mainly in the realm of defense.

• Bridging and bypassing cultural gaps, enabling productive collaboration with Israelis.

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The secrets of effective teamwork

• Israeli Air Force and special ops methodologies adapted for nurturing superb teamwork.

• Significantly enhance synergy, effectiveness and safety in any dynamic environment.​

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Israel’s internal challenges

• An intimate look at the many challenges Israel faces inwardly, as a relatively young democracy.

• Addressing issues such as religion, democracy, infrastructure and the IDF as a “people’s army.”

 

Counter-terrorism

• From common terminology to collaborative efforts - can we truly counter the threat of terrorism?

• What are the key factors in honing capabilities and merging efforts?

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Israel-US military relations

• The history and spirit of this robust cooperation, from shared values to mutual interests.

• A review of a multifaceted collaboration ranging from intelligence sharing to missile defense.

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Israel Defense Forces

• An inside look at the IDF from its unique culture and values, to its structure and operations.

• Hear first-hand accounts of success and failure in special operations and war.

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