Israel and Biological Weapons

The fragile security situation Israel has experienced since its founding has determined its policies regarding the pursuit of unconventional weapons. Information regarding its biological quest, known to have begun as early as 1948, is dealt with extreme secrecy and sensitivity. Analysts however note that Tel Aviv considered biological weapons to be a less effective deterrent than chemical or nuclear weapons. Israel on its part has maintained that it will not be the first to introduce weapons of mass destruction (WMD) into the Middle East. It has also supported the establishment of a WMD-free zone in the region.

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