Israel is a Jewish state in a Muslim Middle East. How can it survive in that region? This book answers this question by analyzing the dangers and threats that Israel faces today. The book also highlights an important component of Israel's strength: the endurance and the cohesion of its social fabric, which the author sees as the key to his country's survival in the Middle East. Written by Israel's former deputy minister of defence, this book is essential reading for all those interested in the contemporary politics of the Middle East.

An encouragement as you travel through waves of uncertainty and resist being pulled under by the intense pressure to give up believing.

Through a combination of historical accounts, expert analysis, and thrilling anecdotes, the most dangerous sea voyages bring to life the challenges and triumphs of seafaring adventures. From ancient explorers to modern-day sailors, readers will discover the strategies, skills, and technologies used to navigate these hazardous waters safely. • The Drake Passage, located between South America and Antarctica, is known for its fierce winds and massive waves, making it one of the most dangerous sea routes in the world. • The Strait of Malacca, a narrow waterway between Malaysia and Indonesia, is one of the busiest shipping lanes globally, with over 25% of global trade passing through its waters. • The Gulf of Aden, off the coast of Somalia, is notorious for pirate attacks, with hundreds of ships hijacked or attacked by pirates in recent years.

In this tale of piracy, sex, and people-smuggling in Australian waters, two men down on their luck decide to begin a life of crime by smuggling people and drugs from Asia to Australia. One of the men is ex-navy, while the other was dismissed from Customs for security breaches. They decide to use their combined knowledge to steal a yacht in Queensland and use it to transport their illegal cargo—drugs, people, or both. Along the way they meet and recruit a beautiful partner. Unfortunately for them, the accidental manslaughter of a federal policeman forces their premature life in exile in Indonesia.