UK’s Exclusion of Israeli Officers from Elite Defense College Undermines Strategic Alliances

In a move that raises serious questions about the United Kingdom’s commitment to its closest allies, the Royal College of Defence Studies (RCDS) has announced it will exclude Israeli military students from its prestigious programs starting next year. This decision, officially tied to Israel’s ongoing operations in Gaza, is being met with sharp criticism both from Israeli officials and strategic observers who see it as a perilous political gesture that undermines Western security cooperation. Is Britain Prioritizing Political Pressure Over National Security? The United Kingdom historically prides itself on fostering robust defense partnerships through institutions like the RCDS, which educates...