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Why Israel is a geopolitical linchpin - CaspianReport
Israel punches well above its weight in all matters of statecraft. It sits at the intersection of Europe, Asia, and Africa thereby channeling high impact international economic ventures. It has one of the most technologically advanced and capable military forces in the globe. It is allied with the world's premier superpower, and it is a pioneer in sectors like agriculture, healthcare, startups, and technology.
But for every action there's an equal and opposite reaction. Israel is small, vulnerable, and limited in resources. The country faces hostile neighbors to all sides with the only friendly flank being the Mediterranean Sea. For over 75 years Israel has existed in a state of perpetual conflict each time facing battles that could have been its last this stalemate.
