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Carla B. Abdo-Katsipis The military relationship between the United States and Israel is among Washington’s most extensive security partnerships. Over decades, the two countries have developed unprecedented levels of cooperation in intelligence sharing, weapons development, missile defense, military exercises, and strategic planning. This integration has strengthened Israel’s military capabilities and expanded Washington’s influence in the… Read more
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Carla B. Abdo-Katsipis For decades, American presidents have sought to convince allies and adversaries alike that U.S. foreign policy rests on enduring national interests rather than the preferences of any single leader. That credibility has long been one of Washington’s greatest strategic assets. Today, however, the distinction between American strategy and presidential personality is becoming… Read more
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Carla B. Abdo-Katispis Introduction For much of the past half-century, the United States and Israel have maintained one of the closest bilateral relationships in modern international politics. Their partnership rests on an extensive network of military cooperation, intelligence sharing, diplomatic coordination, technological innovation, and shared democratic institutions. American military assistance has helped preserve Israel’s qualitative… Read more
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