The closing of the July-August 2006 Second Lebanon War left the
Israel Defense Forces (IDF) an introspective organization. Once an
example looked to by much of the world for lessons on martial
prowess, the nation's military-indeed, the country at large-found
its performance against the Hezbollah enemy a far more punishing
and less effective experience than expected. Some of that outcome
was attributable to the foe's preparations. Yet there were also
self admitted deficiencies in the areas of leadership,
intelligence, inter arms cooperation, decisiveness, and other areas
that political and military leaders alike recognized had to be
addressed. It was more than a matter of pride. In a region none too
friendly, reestablishing the reputation of the IDF was felt to be a
deterrent against further assaults. Twenty eight months later, the
IDF attacked into Gaza after rocket attacks on Israel originating
there spiked late in 2008. It was an attack made after a number of
adjustments over the two plus years since the Second Lebanon War.
Operation Cast Lead, the designation for the undertaking,
demonstrated renewed confidence blended with improved tactics,
leadership, and joint cooperation. This document reviews those
adjustments, analyzes their effectiveness, and considers Israel's
performance in Gaza more generally. The report concludes with 12
recommendations pertinent to future U.S. operations in what has
emerged as an era of persistent conflict. This document will be of
interest to individuals in the government, nongovernmental
organizations, private volunteer organizations, and the commercial
and academic sectors whose responsibilities include the study,
planning, policy, doctrine, training, support, or conduct of
insurgencies, counterinsurgencies, or other forms of stability
operations in both the immediate future and longer term.
General
Imprint: |
Bibliogov
|
Country of origin: |
United States |
Release date: |
February 2013 |
First published: |
February 2013 |
Authors: |
Russell W Glenn
|
Dimensions: |
246 x 189 x 7mm (L x W x T) |
Format: |
Paperback - Trade
|
Pages: |
122 |
ISBN-13: |
978-1-288-72256-3 |
Categories: |
Books >
Social sciences >
Politics & government >
General
|
LSN: |
1-288-72256-7 |
Barcode: |
9781288722563 |
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