Excellent point. When are they supposed to be holding elections themselves? Isn't Netanyahu set to take over, again? Bebe is a bit impulsive but he's got guts, I think. I hope he has the sense to simply let the IDF go and do their jobs without putting any ROE constraints on them, because that is a sure recipe for a butt whuppin' What's your assessment if Netanyahu is in charge the next time Katusas (or worse) start raining down on Israel? Is the IDF a paper tiger that is largely untested in real toe to toe combat with trained soldiers (not terrorists) from the Arab nations? Can they pull off another victory like those of the 1960s and 70s?
I don't know, but he is the closest thing to a real leader they have now.
What's your assessment if Netanyahu is in charge the next time Katusas (or worse) start raining down on Israel?
IIRC Bebe started the policy to target the leadership and I suspect that the hamazies will be painted with a laser designator if they get too frisky. Same for Hezzies in the north.
Is the IDF a paper tiger that is largely untested in real toe to toe combat with trained soldiers (not terrorists) from the Arab nations?
I read about indicators that training and readiness of the army has dropped significantly during the current leadership - but then thats what happens when you get a wuss for a leader. Their new CG is a kick tail and take names kinda guy and has started an intensive logistical and readiness program to whip them into top shape again.
Can they pull off another victory like those of the 1960s and 70s?
No, conditions are very different. If Syria tries anything conventional they'll get their heads handed to them. Same for Hezzies IF they start to lob rockets again (and Bebe is in charge). What IS different is the tactical/stratigic rockets. Those were never in play before in the 60s and 70s. What worries me is if the moslems do something stupid and lob a NBC weapon, the only response Israel will be able to do is nuclear, and things could grow quickly out of hand from there.