Arabs Quote by Shimon Peres
![“For many years the stakes were clear. There were the Arabs attacking us and us defending ourselves, so basically there were no real problems [between the United States and Israel]. Now there are many small cells, and each of them can destroy on their own. Some can arrive at New York and kill…” quote by Shimon Peres](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/92a/shimon-peres-1970_arabs_for-many-years-the-stakes-were-clear-the_45612.jpg)
“For many years the stakes were clear. There were the Arabs attacking us and us defending ourselves, so basically there were no real problems [between the United States and Israel]. Now there are many small cells, and each of them can destroy on their own. Some can arrive at New York and kill thousands of people.”
About This Quote
The quote highlights a shift from conventional state-to-state conflict to decentralized terrorist threats that can cause massive casualties far from battlefields.
In simple terms: From wars to lone‑cell terror.
Key Takeaway
Security focus must adapt to dispersed, high‑impact threats.
Themes
terrorism
security
geopolitics
asymmetric warfare
globalization
Mood
urgent
cautious
somber
Type
political
strategic
warning
When to use this quote
- policy planning
- airport security
- city emergency drills
- counter‑terrorism training
- public awareness campaigns
Key Concepts
state conflict
non‑state actors
urban vulnerability
intelligence
Practical Applications
- revise national security strategy
- enhance intelligence sharing
Questions to Reflect On
- How can governments balance civil liberties with heightened security?
- What role does technology play in detecting small cells?
