Is Israel’s current path setting it on course for collapse?

Al JazeeraCenterEN 5 min read 100% complete by Simon Speakman CordallJanuary 30, 2026 at 02:52 PM

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Analysts and observers are warning that Israel's current trajectory could lead to its collapse as a secure and sustainable state in the coming decades. Political polarization, economic strain, and demographic shifts are cited as key factors. Specifically, the emigration of secular Israelis, including those in the tech industry, coupled with the growth of the religious Zionist and ultra-Orthodox communities, threatens the economy. The article highlights the attempted weakening of the judiciary and the actions of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as exacerbating political divisions. The piece draws parallels to apartheid South Africa and East Germany to illustrate the potential for a fundamental change in the nature of the Israeli state.

Key Entities & Roles

Key Player Opposition Context

United States 30% South Africa 35% East Germany 35% Iran 40% Jaffa 40% Tel Aviv 40% Eugene Kandel 50% Palestinians ×250% Benjamin Netanyahu 60% Shir Hever ×270% Israel ×1095%

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israel 100% political polarisation 90% economic strain 80% emigration 70% collapse 70% sustainability 60% secular israelis 50% ultra-orthodox 50% benjamin netanyahu 40%