- Israel became the first nation to formally recognize Somaliland, a stable breakaway state since 1991, securing a strategic foothold on the coast overlooking the critical Bab-el-Mandeb Strait chokepoint for global shipping.
- Deepened military and intelligence cooperation with the UAE under the Abraham Accords, including joint exercises, air defense system supplies like Barak and SPYDER, and tech transfers for advanced Hermes 900 UAVs.
- Evolved partnerships with Greece and Cyprus into a robust “Mediterranean NATO”-style alliance, featuring formalized military agreements, increased joint training, billions in defense deals, and energy collaboration on natural gas and grids to counter regional threats.
- Signed a comprehensive joint military plan with Morocco on January 2, enhancing arms deals, intelligence sharing, and strategic coordination, solidifying Morocco as a key African ally against adversaries like Algeria.
- Conducted strikes against Houthi targets and built intelligence ties with Yemen’s Southern Transitional Council (STC) to combat Iranian-backed threats and secure vital Red Sea shipping lanes.
- Earned strong goodwill from Syria’s Druze community after Israeli airstrikes prevented a massacre, with leaders like Sheikh Hikmat al-Hijri praising Israel as a vital partner against genocidal threats.
- Demonstrated overall military innovation, resilience, and intelligence prowess across multiple fronts (Gaza, Lebanon, Syria, Yemen, Iran), shifting regional power dynamics in Israel’s favor despite ongoing challenges.
- Positioned Israel as an increasingly indispensable strategic player, forging enduring alliances that extend influence far beyond its borders.
Read the full story: https://www.americanthinker.com/articles/2026/01/israel_s_post_october_7_response_delivers_strategic_gains_throughout_the_middle_east_and_north_africa.html
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