Israel on the Edge: Is It Really Safer After the War with Iran?
Israel has survived 12 days of hell in a war with Iran that claimed 29 lives, including a child as young as seven. But is it really safer now? Serbia’s honorary consul in Jerusalem, Aleksandar Nikolić, says yes — but only to some extent.
Sirens and Rockets — The New Normal?
Morning in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem was far from peaceful. After four days of silence, sirens sounded due to a ballistic missile launched from Yemen, which the Israeli military quickly intercepted. Is this a sign that the danger has passed or just a pause before the next storm? Nikolić says the situation is “incomparably better” than before but warns that caution must remain high.
Airlines Returning — A Sign of Life Getting Back to Normal?
Many foreign airlines, including United Airlines, are resuming direct flights to Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv. According to Nikolić, this is the best indicator that life is slowly returning to normal. Even Air Serbia plans to soon reestablish direct flights between Belgrade and Tel Aviv.
Life Returns to Schools, Workplaces, and Sports Halls
Despite the war tensions, schools and universities in Israel are gradually reopening, and employees are returning to their jobs. Sports and cultural events are also returning to arenas and halls. But all with caution — the war is not over.
The War Left Its Marks — 29 Dead, Including the Youngest
In this short but fierce war, 29 people died, the youngest only seven years old, and the oldest woman was a Holocaust survivor. Numerous buildings were hit, including the Weizmann Institute and many residential buildings. Two cities were directly hit by ballistic missiles, causing panic and urgent use of shelters.
Optimism in Ceasefire Talks
Although the situation remains tense, there is a glimmer of hope. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and U.S. officials are negotiating in Doha about a potential ceasefire with Hamas. It is expected that in the first phase, eight of the remaining 20 hostages will be released, while 18 bodies of hostages have been confirmed dead. Communication about the kidnapped Alon Ohel is ongoing but kept strictly confidential.
Serbs in Israel — Evacuated but Now Considering Return
Serbs with dual citizenship were evacuated from Israel thanks to the swift response of the Serbian government, which acted earlier than many wealthier countries. Many of them are now interested in returning as the situation, according to Nikolić, is slowly stabilizing.
Is This the End or Just a Breather?
While life in Israel is slowly returning to normal, the war has left deep scars. With 29 dead and many injured, constant missile threats, and ongoing tensions, the question remains how real this “normalcy” is. Is this just a breather before the next storm or truly the beginning of peace?
Conclusion
Israel has survived another war, but the cost was high. While airlines fly again and schools open, the shadow of conflict still hangs over the country. Optimism in ceasefire talks is a light in the dark, but caution remains essential.
What about you? Do you believe Israel is truly safer, or is this just a pause in uncertainty? Share your thoughts — maybe your conspiracy theory or optimistic forecast will shed light on this puzzle!
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