Graham in Tel Aviv: “Wars of the future are being planned here in israel”

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US Senator Lindsey Graham visits 'Israel', highlighting advances in military technology.
Graham urges closer US-'Israeli' defense collaboration, likening it to a “21st-century Manhattan Project”.
He warns of imminent military decisions on Iran and calls for Hamas disarmament.

US Senator Lindsey Graham on Monday declared that “the wars of the future are being planned here in 'Israel'. Because if you're not one step ahead of the enemy, you suffer,” during a press briefing at The David Kempinski hotel. Graham pointed to 'Israel’s' rapid development in advanced weaponry as critical to regional security.

A “21st-century Manhattan Project”

During his multi-day visit, Graham met with Netanyahu and other senior officials to discuss a burgeoning US-'Israeli' defense partnership. He suggested formalizing collaboration on weapons development, comparing it to a “21st-century Manhattan Project,” emphasizing that maintaining a technological edge is crucial for the survival of both nations.

Security threats and strategic priorities

Graham addressed several pressing regional issues:

Iran Threat: He warned that decisions on military action against Iran could be made within weeks, stressing full alignment between the US and 'Israel' on the matter.
Hamas Disarmament: Graham reiterated that Hamas must be neutralized militarily and politically before any long-term stabilization force can operate in Gaza.
Defense Alliance: The Senator advocated for a formal defense treaty with 'Israel', calling a technologically advanced 'Israel' “the best investment for American national security.”

Looking ahead

Graham framed his visit as a historic opportunity to reshape the Middle East. Neutralizing Iranian threats and their proxies, he said, could create conditions for expanded stability and a broader rollout of the Abraham Accords.

Returning to Washington, Graham aims to lobby for deeper US-'Israeli' integration in defense programs to ensure that “wars of the future” are anticipated and won before they begin.