The implications of Russia’s new maritime doctrine for Israel Russia intends to expand its footprint in the Mediterranean and the Middle East. Israel must tread carefully in response. Daniel Rakov Sept. 20, 2022
Russia’s threat against the Jewish Agency is an act of political extortion Israel should prepare for a prolonged crisis. The Russians might want to delay or accelerate the legal process to exploit the elections period. The verdict will not constitute the final word. The government is advised to navigate the crisis behind the scenes, as publicity might accelerate escalation. Daniel Rakov July 27, 2022
Israel must adjust its Ukraine policy The Jewish state is paying a long-term reputational price for its indecisive stance on the Russia-Ukraine war. Daniel Rakov May 10, 2022
The Ukraine standoff as a harbinger of broader shifts in the global order Whether Putin decides to wage war on Ukraine or prefers to adopt the diplomatic path, time seems to be on his side. Daniel Rakov Feb. 13, 2022
Understanding the Russia-Iran-Israel triangle As Tehran invests efforts to improve relations with Russia, Israel will have to maintain a dialogue with Moscow to safeguard its military and diplomatic freedom of action. Daniel Rakov Feb. 10, 2022
Russia or the West: Which should Jerusalem choose? Israel must not wait for a crisis to break out between Russia and Ukraine to formulate a national strategy regarding relations with Moscow. Daniel Rakov Jan. 3, 2022
