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Brig. Gen. (ret.) Shmuel Tzuker

Brig. Gen. Shmuel Tzuker (Ret.) is a publishing expert at the MirYam Institute. During his military career he served as commander of the IDF's Gaza Division, Lebanon Division, and Judea and Samaria Division.

Hezbollah multiple launch rocket system (MLRS) units in Southern Lebanon prepare to simulate an attack on Israel, May 21, 2023. Source: X.

Israel must restore its deterrence against Hezbollah

A preemptive strike could put Israel in a much better position to combat the Lebanese terror group.

Brig. Gen. (ret.) Shmuel Tzuker

July 26, 2023

Hezbollah flags fly over southern Lebanon. Credit: John Grummitt/Shutterstock.

Israel must consider Hezbollah’s response to an Iran strike

The home front must be prepared for a full-scale war.

Brig. Gen. (ret.) Shmuel Tzuker

March 29, 2023

Israel Defense Forces paratroopers take part in a military drill on top of Mount Shifon overlooking the snow-covered Mount Hermon in northern Golan Heights on Feb. 2, 2022. Photo by Michael Giladi/Flash90.

Why a professional military is not the right solution for Israel

The IDF is based on a national ethos that emphasizes the individual’s contribution to the collective and the concept that the main way to make that contribution is in the field of security—by defending others with your body.

Brig. Gen. (ret.) Shmuel Tzuker

Feb. 7, 2022