Nuclear kill zones: How Eisenkot would contain Iran if he manages to beat Netanyahu - exclusive
The Post has learned Eisenkot's unique solutions for dealing with the Lebanese and Gazan arenas, as well as how he would crack down on extremist violence in the West Bank.
In the race for prime minister, Gadi Eisenkot is leading in recent polls. While some candidates, such as Netanyahu and Naftali Bennett, propose significant security zones in Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria, Eisenkot has unique ideas for improving Israel's security and diplomatic situation.
One of Eisenkot's original ideas is the concept of a "nuclear kill zone" around the few areas where Iran's 60% enriched uranium is still stored, both underground and in proper storage. This proposal, which no other Israeli official has publicly suggested, would involve the US establishing a clear commitment to attack any changes in those areas that might involve moving the nuclear material. The long-term aerial resources required would be similar to those used over Iraq in the 1990s.
Eisenkot also suggests returning to covert Mossad operations against Iran, targeting not just the nuclear issue but also ballistic missiles. He believes Syrian President Sharaa remains a jihadist and would not be in a rush to withdraw from the buffer zone in Syria. Instead, he sees value in negotiating improved strategic diplomatic terms with Syria in exchange for Israel holding onto the Syrian side of Mount Hermon, a strategically significant area.
Additionally, Eisenkot wants to keep Turkey and Russia out of Syria, believing that this would make it harder for the Syrian leader to attack Israel.
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