INSS: Israelis as concerned about violence between social groups as Iran acquiring nuclear weapons
There also appears to be a growing fear of a prolonged war on one of Israel’s fronts, with 27% ranking this as among their top concerns in July, a 4% increase from February
Assessment
These findings reveal a shifting threat perception among Israelis: internal social violence now rivals Iran's nuclear ambitions as a top concern. The rising worry about a prolonged front suggests eroding confidence in short-term military resolution. Policymakers should watch whether this internal fracture deepens or redirects national debate toward social cohesion.