The Times of Israel Daily Briefing Is Israel closer than ever to annexing the West Bank?
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Feb 11, 2026 
David Horovitz, veteran editor and analyst of Israeli politics, offers crisp context on Netanyahu’s Washington trip and Iran talks. He unpacks reported Indonesian plans for Gaza and the challenges of disarming Hamas. He analyzes recent Israeli moves to extend control in the West Bank and the political, demographic and democratic tensions those steps raise.
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Netanyahu's Iran Principles Meet U.S. Uncertainty
- Benjamin Netanyahu aims to present Israel's negotiating 'principles' to the U.S. over Iran despite deep Israeli wariness of Tehran.
- David Horovitz suggests Trump's position may be undecided and Israel demands no enrichment, no ballistic missile program, and no proxy support.
Phase Two Hinges On Hamas Disarmament
- Phase one in Gaza concluded with the hostages' return, while phase two depends on Hamas disarmament which Hamas publicly refuses.
- Horovitz warns international proposals risk leaving Hamas armed and maintaining control over parts of Gaza.
De Facto Annexation Risks Democracy
- Recent Security Cabinet measures simplify Jewish land registration and extend Israeli control into Areas A and B, amounting to de facto annexation.
- Horovitz warns this move risks losing Israel's Jewish-majority democracy and directly clashes with the U.S. administration's opposition.