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themselves. Every year, new threats arise. And the old ones: Hezbollah, Iran, terrorism —are all "alive and kicking" and growing even stronger. But there is good news too. Israel is the strongest country in the region, from Tripoli in Libya to Tehran. It's the strongest militarily, strategically, and economically, and if we know act wisely—diplomatically too. Equally important: Israel will continue to be the strongest country in the region in the foreseeable future — especially if we manage to identify and cultivate these sources of empowerment and advantage — including: e Armed Forces capable of defeating any outside combination of threats, including terrorism. HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_029362