Analysis
BICOM Analysis: Israel’s leadership transition and the future of the Annapolis process
Summary Political upheaval in Israel, deep divisions within Palestinian society, and the forthcoming US presidential election campaign together create a...
BICOM Analysis: The diplomatic fallout of Israel’s political turmoil
Executive summary Prime Minister Ehud Olmert is under police investigation for allegedly receiving illegal funds from an American businessman, and...
BICOM Analysis: Israel and Syria launch indirect talks – background and prospects
Introduction The announcement by Israeli, Turkish and Syrian officials on Wednesday that indirect negotiations between Israel and Syria are set...
BICOM Analysis: The latest rocket attacks and Israel’s options
Executive Summary No major attack such as the one carried out on Ashkelon would have taken place without at least...
BICOM Analysis: Hezbollah’s real power in Lebanon
Executive Summary An attempt by the Lebanese government last week to rein in Hezbollah triggered the worst sectarian violence on...
BICOM Analysis: Hamas’s diplomatic offensive
Introduction Hamas, or at least its political leadership, is backing its military offensive on Southern Israel with a new diplomatic...