3 The IDF has been dealing with the "IDF strategy" in conjunction with its operational activities, for many years. The concepts as formulated in this document will serve as the basis of the processes that the IDF will lead as part of the "Gideon" Multi-Year Plan, and will serve as a guiding compass for the use and force buildup, leading to best utilization of capabilities, while studying changes in the enemies' characteristics and maintaining the confidence in the IDF's strengths. Developing the strategy is not the ultimate target. The proof will be manifested in the actual carrying out of missions during routine, emergency and wartime conditions. The IDF will succeed in any task and in any challenge and will realize its ultimate goal – to win and to defend Israel. Av 5775 July 2015 Lieutenant General Gadi Eizenkot The Chief of the General Staff