Dr. Norman Bailey

The loss of life at Meron brings home the wider dangers Israel faces in the absence of a functioning government.

After just two-and-a-half months, it is clear that, for Israel, the Biden administration will be a repeat of the Obama administration.

The weakness of the government in Jordan could lead to very difficult situations for Israel.

Pressing foreign policy matters mean Israel needs a strong, stable government after the election.

Assuming President Biden demonstrates the fortitude to hold off the extremists in his party, he is not a bad prospect, for the US, for the world, and for Israel.

The new US president will have his hands full abroad, and even more so at home. How Israel fits in is an open question.

The Western-oriented alliance has largely improved its position in 2020; avoiding war with Iran will be the main challenge of 2021.