Unfortunately, the deterioration is continuing and intensifying. I cannot discern any red lines defined by the government. First and foremost, there is a danger in transferring territory from the most important area, the Jordan Valley, which is our defense line against the eastern front during a general war. The Palestinian army will delay or prevent our access to this key territory. The Israeli army is based primarily upon reserve soldiers, making the time schedule extremely significant.
Every minute is liable to be critical.
Every minimally-intelligent person realizes what this could mean during a state of emergency. As a result, for the first time since the founding of the state, the next all-out war will see the Israeli army confronted from front and back, with Jordanian and Iraqi forces from the east and with Palestinian forces from behind. In addition, the area from which Israel has agreed to withdraw includes emergency warning stations situated high in the mountains - Mt. Hatzor and Mt. Eival. Contrary to what those who would cast illusions say, topography and height still remain the most significant factors during war time - despite the technological advances. These early-warning stations are of vital importance, providing critical data and warning.