Proxies are, in essence, allies.

We have to be clear about that.

They are not burdens or pawns to send around the chess table.

They are living human beings that are pushed around.

It seems to me, that all the dispossessed minorities of the Middle East are leaning towards an alliance with Israel.

Is that good or bad for Israel, to be the little guy protector?

Well, we used to be the punching bag of everyone. Now we are at a position of incredible power.

The mindset of Israel has always been to be the David and not the Goliath.

Helping all those incredible peoples around the Middle East who are trying to survive is a valiant task.

However, we should be realistic about our reach. We can’t be enemies of all the powers of the Middle East. Being enemies of Türkiye and Syria is a problem.

Therefore I believe that if we are going to be the protectors of the little peoples of the Middle East. We need to play the game deftly and with a keen eye to our resources and standing.

In the case of Syria, we need to play the game at the one hand as friends of Syria and Türkiye and at the other hand as protectors of the Druze.

Intelligence instead of brawn. Diplomacy, very targeted attacks. Sincere support, yet with respect for the powers of the Middle East. This is a play for the little guy, little guys needs attention and support. Intelligence and someone who knows how to play the game skill and deft application.

G-d bless the will to support the little guy of the Middle East, may we end up in peace.