The Yishai Fleisher Israel Podcast The War On World Jewry Has BEGUN!
Jan 8, 2026
Dr. Yair Ansbacher, a national security expert and author, discusses the urgent need for Jewish communities around the world to focus on self-defense amidst rising global antisemitism. He emphasizes a mindset of preparedness and active engagement over passivity, arguing that visible Jewish strength can deter aggression. The duo explores community security tactics, the effectiveness of civilian intervention in crises, and the philosophical underpinnings of Jewish self-defense, calling for both improvement in diaspora resilience and consideration of Aliyah.
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Bondi Beach Mass Shooting And Response
- At Bondi Beach two attackers slowly shot Hanukkah celebrants, killing fifteen people and exposing slow police response.
- Israeli first responders reported bodies remained on the beach and criticized Australian authorities for delayed action.
Start With A Security Mindset
- Do cultivate a security mindset and change community consciousness before physical measures.
- Do consult security experts for both philosophy and tactical community-specific measures.
Engage To Defeat Asymmetrical Terror
- Yair contrasts a defensive hiding approach with an Israeli engagement mindset that stops terror quickly.
- He argues asymmetrical terror succeeds only if victims don't engage, so engaging reduces strategic impact.
