Jerusalem Center for Foreign and Security Affairs
A leading Israeli research institute specializing in diplomacy, international law, and regional security, providing strategic analysis to decision-makers and the public.
The Jerusalem Center for Foreign and Security Affairs (formerly known as the Jerusalem Center for Public Affairs) is a prominent independent research institute based in Israel's capital. The organization focuses on the most critical challenges facing the Jewish state, including the Iranian nuclear threat, the legal rights of Israel in Judea and Samaria, and the evolving dynamics of the Middle East. Its scholars often include former high-ranking diplomats, military officers, and academic experts who provide a security-first perspective on international relations.
The center plays a vital role in Israeli public diplomacy (Hasbara) by producing in-depth reports that counter adversarial narratives and ground Israel's security needs in historical and legal contexts. By engaging with international policy circles, the center seeks to influence the global discourse on the Arab-Israeli conflict and the broader regional struggle against radicalism. Recent analysis from the center has highlighted the strategic depth of Iranian regional ambitions, specifically how Tehran attempts to leverage its proxies, such as Hezbollah in Lebanon, to gain concessions in broader diplomatic negotiations with the West.
As a fixture in the Israeli strategic landscape, the center serves as a bridge between academic research and practical policy application. Its work is characterized by a commitment to national resilience and the preservation of Israel's sovereign interests in an increasingly complex geopolitical environment. For readers of The Zioneer, the center's output provides essential context for understanding the long-term strategic considerations that drive IDF operations and Israeli diplomatic maneuvers.