FILE: The Israeli Iron Dome air defense system fires to intercept an attack from Lebanon over the Galilee region as seen from the Israeli-annexed Golan Heights, on Aug. 4, 2024.Photo by Leo Correa/THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

Avi Benlolo: Western leaders must support, not undermine, Israel

Israel is the bulwark that preserves democracy against the forces of terror

by · National Post

Since the outbreak of the current conflict in the Middle East, there has been a disturbing pattern of undermining Israel’s defense efforts — both from global powers and, most alarmingly, within the U.S. administration. Just this week, a classified military document detailing Israeli preparations for a potential strike on Iran was leaked. This breach not only jeopardizes Israel’s security — it highlights a troubling trend of interference in Israel’s sovereign right to defend itself.