Israel’s security doctrine sees Arab states as ‘collections of tribes’, says ex-intelligence chief
Israel’s security doctrine sees Arab states as ‘collections of tribes’, says ex-intelligence chief Submitted by MEE staff on Thu, 10/15/2026 - 10:10 Director of Tel Aviv think tank writes that policy since 7 October treats any deal with Israel’s neighbours as 'temporary and deceptive' and peace agreements as 'merely technical' A billboard in Tel Aviv on 26 June 2025 shows Arab leaders with Donald…
Israel's security doctrine treats Arab states as "collections of tribes," according to a former Israeli military intelligence chief. This unwritten concept, not formally articulated but informing decision-making, posits that peace agreements are merely temporary and deceptive arrangements. Under this viewpoint, striving for peace is considered a "naïve error," akin to the "conceptzia," which critics allege led to Israel's failure to anticipate the 7 October attacks.
The former chief argues that this new doctrine fosters instability in Arab states, justifies expanding settlements, and elevates Jewish identity over democratic values.
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