The ongoing Israel-Iran war has entered a more difficult and prolonged phase, moving away from short, intense strikes toward a drawn-out conflict. Early in the war, Israeli and U.S. forces carried out heavy attacks on Iranian targets, damaging several military facilities. However, as the fighting continues, questions have emerged about Israel’s ability to sustain a long-term confrontation given its structural and strategic limitations.

The report highlights several key weaknesses: limited missile defense interceptors, high operational costs, manpower shortages, and heavy reliance on U.S. military support. Israel’s missile defense systems such as Iron Dome and David’s Sling are technologically advanced but expensive to maintain, and their interceptor stockpiles are depleting rapidly under sustained Iranian missile and drone attacks. Economic strain is also mounting, with labor shortages, business closures, and rising defense expenditures adding pressure to the national economy.

Analysts note that Iran appears to be pursuing a strategy of attrition, aiming to exhaust Israel economically and psychologically rather than seeking a quick victory. As the conflict drags on, Israel’s dependence on external allies and its limited geographic and demographic depth may further test its long-term resilience.