Erez Wiener
Erez Wiener is a retired IDF colonel and a prominent figure in Israel's security and public discourse, currently serving as the CEO of 'Habithonistim' (The Israel Defense and Security Forum). He is known for advocating for national resilience, internal security, and a proactive defense posture.
Erez Wiener is a veteran military officer who reached the rank of Colonel (Aluf Mishne) during his service in the Israel Defense Forces. Throughout his career, Wiener held several sensitive positions, most notably serving as the assistant to the IDF Chief of Staff. In his post-military career, he has become a leading voice in the strategic analysis of Israel's security challenges, particularly through his leadership role in 'Habithonistim' (The Israel Defense and Security Forum). Under his guidance, the movement has focused on addressing systemic threats to Israeli sovereignty, including illegal weapon smuggling, the rise of nationalist-motivated crime within Israel, and the necessity of maintaining security control in strategic areas such as Judea and Samaria. Wiener frequently represents a security-first perspective that emphasizes the link between internal governance and national defense. Following the June 2026 terror attack in Tzur Yitzhak, Wiener and his movement intensified their calls for the Israeli government to prioritize internal security and the restoration of governance in the Sharon region and beyond, citing the incident as a symptom of broader security lapses regarding illegal arms and radicalization.