Institute for National Security Studies (INSS)
INSS is an Israeli think tank, affiliated with Tel Aviv University, researching Israel's national security, Middle East strategy and Israeli society. It advises policymakers and publishes for public audiences.
At a glance
- Entity level
- Organisation
- Type
- Non-profit or think tank
- Also known as
- INSS
- Flagship output
- Strategic Assessment for Israel
- Category
- Strategic & country intelligence
- Also covers
- Geopolitical & political risk
- Tier
- Tier 2: Israel's leading security think tank; annual strategic assessment and recurring surveys
- Headquarters
- Tel Aviv, Israel
- Coverage
- Israel, Middle East security, strategic threats
- Public access
- Free
- Latest activity seen
- Oct 2026
- Evidence
- Verified
How it produces intelligence
Research teams of former senior military, intelligence and government officials and academics producing assessments, a journal and public opinion surveys.
Risk themes
Focus regions
Leadership
- Tamir Hayman, Head of INSS; editor of the 2026 Balance Sheet
- Anat Kurz, Co-editor, 2026 National Security Balance Sheet
Links
What it publishes
| Output | Type | Cadence | Latest edition | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strategic Assessment for Israel | Annual outlook | Annual | Read report | ||
| Israel's National Security Balance Sheet (annual strategic assessment) | Annual outlook | Annual | National Security Balance Sheet, October 2026 (English) | Oct 2026 | Read report |
| Strategic Assessment (journal) | Other | Quarterly | Read report | ||
| INSS public opinion survey | Survey | Monthly | INSS survey, September 2026 | Sep 2026 | Read report |
Latest findings
Recent public risk calls by Institute for National Security Studies (INSS), summarised in our own words. They are its views, not 311's. Follow each source for the original.
Israel is militarily stronger than before 7 October 2023 but not yet more secure; battlefield gains have not produced a stable political settlement.
Oct 2026 · Horizon: Next 12 months · Source: INSS: Israel's National Security Balance Sheet, October 2026Iran's nuclear, missile and proxy capabilities were badly damaged, but it keeps enriched uranium and missile stocks and is rebuilding.
Oct 2026 · Horizon: Next 12 months · Source: INSS: Israel's National Security Balance Sheet, October 2026A weakened Hezbollah offers a rare opening for a Lebanon settlement, though the gains are reversible while it stays armed.
Oct 2026 · Horizon: Next 12 months · Source: INSS: Israel's National Security Balance Sheet, October 2026Israel's Western legitimacy has fallen sharply and bipartisan US support has eroded, even as dependence on Washington grows.
Oct 2026 · Horizon: Medium term · Source: INSS: Israel's National Security Balance Sheet, October 2026Defence spending has nearly doubled to over 8% of GDP, with deficit targets breached and credit ratings cut.
Oct 2026 · Horizon: 2026 · Source: INSS: Israel's National Security Balance Sheet, October 2026
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Questions about Institute for National Security Studies (INSS)
What is Institute for National Security Studies (INSS)?
INSS is an Israeli think tank, affiliated with Tel Aviv University, researching Israel's national security, Middle East strategy and Israeli society. It advises policymakers and publishes for public audiences.
How does Institute for National Security Studies (INSS) produce its intelligence?
Research teams of former senior military, intelligence and government officials and academics producing assessments, a journal and public opinion surveys.
Where is Institute for National Security Studies (INSS) based?
Institute for National Security Studies (INSS) is based in Tel Aviv, Israel.
What does Institute for National Security Studies (INSS) cover?
Its work covers conflict & security, geopolitics, elections & politics, macroeconomy, with a focus on Middle East & North Africa, Israel.
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