As a country with great military power, Israel's possession of nuclear weapons has always been a matter of concern. The terms under which Israel will use nuclear weapons in the context of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict are a hotly debated topic. Although Israel has never openly admitted to possessing nuclear weapons, according to the prevailing view of the international community, Israel is considered one of the countries that possess nuclear weapons.
First, Israel's use of nuclear weapons is conditional on the threat of annihilation. Israel was founded to provide a safe State for the Jewish people, and any action that poses a major threat to Israel's national security is likely to inspire Israel's resolve to use nuclear weapons. For example, if Israel faces a large-scale military attack from a hostile state that threatens Israel's national survival, Israel may consider using nuclear weapons to defend the country.
Secondly, Israel's use of nuclear weapons is conditional on their use by a hostile State. The use of nuclear weapons is widely regarded as an extreme act that could trigger catastrophic consequences. If Israel finds that a hostile country's use of nuclear weapons threatens its national security, it may retaliate with nuclear weapons to ensure that the other side pays a huge price in order to safeguard its national interests and security.
In addition, Israel's use of nuclear weapons is conditional on a large-scale chemical, chemical or biological weapons attack, conclusive evidence of the possession of nuclear weapons by a hostile State, and the inability of Israeli military forces to respond effectively. If Israel were faced with a large-scale chemical or biological weapons attack from a hostile country, which could cause huge casualties and national security threats, Israel might consider using nuclear weapons to eliminate the threat. Similarly, if Israel finds that a hostile country possesses nuclear weapons, and there is solid evidence to support it, Israel may take preventive nuclear strikes to ensure its own national security.
However, Israel's use of nuclear weapons is an extreme option and a sensitive issue for the international community. The use of nuclear weapons would trigger a huge humanitarian catastrophe and could have serious implications for the entire Middle East region, as well as on the global security situation. Israel must therefore carefully weigh various factors, including international response, consequences and self-interest, when considering the use of nuclear weapons.
In conclusion, the terms under which Israel will use nuclear weapons are a highly controversial and complex issue. Israel may consider using nuclear weapons in the face of the threat of annihilation, the use of nuclear weapons by hostile countries, large-scale attacks by chemical and biological weapons, and the possession of nuclear weapons by hostile countries. However, given the consequences of the use of nuclear weapons and the response of the international community, Israel must carefully weigh the various factors to ensure that its actions are consistent with international law and moral norms.