Israel is consumed by an epic struggle, a reckoning that has been simmering beneath the surface as Israeli hostages have been released from Hamas captivity in recent weeks.

Following the October 7 massacre, Israel girded to defend itself from a massive existential threat: an arc of terror controlled in Tehran that spread through Iraq, Syria, Lebanon and into the Gaza Strip and the West Bank.

Having dealt with many of the pressing external threats, Israelis are now looking inward at their own government's massive failures{ai:summary}<p>Israel faces a critical moment as it grapples with the aftermath of the October 7 massacre and the release of hostages from Hamas. The nation is preparing to confront a significant existential threat posed by a network of terror extending from Tehran through the region.</p><p>The situation highlights the ongoing struggle against militant groups in Iraq, Syria, Lebanon, Gaza, and the West Bank, as Israel seeks to secure its safety and stability. #foreignaffairs</p>

Vivian Bercovici: Israel faces a reckoning of biblical proportions

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