Israel is stronger than ever
The prevailing conventional wisdom in the European Union and the United States, especially among the left, is of an Israel shattered by the events of Oct. 7, 2023, an isolated pariah state overshadowed by genocide/apartheid…
Assessment
This piece pushes back hard against the narrative of a traumatized, isolated Israel by reporting firsthand observations of construction booms and national resolve. The author frames Oct. 7 not as a breaking point but as a catalyst for renewed purpose, especially among young Israelis described as fighting lions. The claim of total external military dominance is the most provocative assertion, one that will be tested against ongoing regional dynamics and international legal pressures. Watch whether this confidence translates into policy shifts or remains a morale claim.