The last time Israel faced an existential threat from its neighbors was 1973. The timeline isn’t entirely clear, but that’s right around the time when they started to have operational nuclear weapons. Many factors contributed to their relative safety since then, but the timing certainly works out for nuclear weapons helping to make that true.
From invasion or forced regime change? Yes (But I don't think the nukes actually helped in that regard).
It did not keep them safe from the invasion 2 years ago.
Those attacks were horrific, but certainly nothing that rises to the level of an "invasion".
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I think the meaning of 'invasion' in the context of nuclear deterrence refers to an attempt to occupy.
Pretty safe if you ask me, judging from their…location and historical context.
Historically, Israelis have been much safer than most of their neighbors Oct. 7th notwithstanding.
Safer from what?
Israeli neighbors that are at peace with Israel are safe as well, e.g., Egypt and Jordan.
And what about Iraq, Syria, and Lebanon? And, in this latest case, Iran?
The last time Israel faced an existential threat from its neighbors was 1973. The timeline isn’t entirely clear, but that’s right around the time when they started to have operational nuclear weapons. Many factors contributed to their relative safety since then, but the timing certainly works out for nuclear weapons helping to make that true.
Well, proximity is a factor...