The Rubble Doctrine: Inside Israel's new security policy in southern Lebanon
NATIONAL AFFAIRS: The destruction of El-Khiam reflects a profound shift in Israeli military thinking after October 7: deny the enemy not only the desire, but the capability, to strike.
Assessment
Israel's military posture in southern Lebanon has moved from deterrence to denial. By leveling towns like El-Khiam, the strategy aims to physically prevent future attacks rather than simply punish them. This marks a permanent change in how Israel defines security along its northern border. The question now is whether this approach will be applied elsewhere.