• Military Menu                       

• Introduction
• Systems
• Facilities
• Agencies
• Industry
• Operations
• Countries
• Hot Documents
• News
• Reports
• Policy
• Budget
• Congress
• Links

• WMD
• Intelligence
• Homeland Security
• Space

Kela Plan - 2022

The Kela Plan was an Israeli defense strategy that was developed to improve the readiness of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) for future multi-front wars, particularly against Iran and its allies, such as Hezbollah in Lebanon and militias in Syria and Iraq. The plan was named after Major General Amir Baram, also known as Kela, who served as the head of the Northern Command of the IDF.

The Kela Plan focused on:

1. Multi-Front Preparedness: Given the volatile nature of Israel's regional adversaries, the plan focuses on preparing for a multi-front conflict, especially in northern Israel where Hezbollah was stationed.
2. Upgrade of Defense Capabilities: It includes upgrading the IDF's air defense systems, missile capabilities, and intelligence gathering to preempt and counteract potential missile and rocket attacks from Iran-backed forces.
3. Offensive Capabilities: A significant portion of the plan was focused on improving the IDF's ability to go on the offensive in the event of a war, including rapid mobilization and the use of advanced weaponry to neutralize threats quickly.
4. Strengthening Northern Border Defenses: Since Hezbollah was seen as a primary threat, the plan puts particular emphasis on northern Israel, where border fortifications and defensive measures will be strengthened to protect Israeli civilians from rocket and missile attacks.
5. Intelligence Coordination: The plan also includes an enhanced role for Israeli intelligence to better monitor Iranian influence in neighboring countries and coordinate strikes on high-value targets.

This strategy was part of Israel's broader defense posture, which emphasizes both deterrence and preparedness for regional threats from Iran and its proxies. It reflects the shifting nature of military engagements in the Middle East, with non-state actors, advanced missile capabilities, and cyber warfare being major considerations.

The Kela Plan was reportedly approved by Israel's Defense Ministry and military leadership in 2022. This defense strategy was put into place to address growing concerns about potential conflicts on multiple fronts, particularly from Iranian forces and their regional allies like Hezbollah. The approval came as part of Israel's broader security planning efforts to enhance readiness for multi-front wars, especially given the rising threat of missile and rocket attacks from adversaries in Lebanon, Syria, and beyond.

The plan's approval also marked a significant commitment to upgrading Israel's offensive and defensive military capabilities, ensuring that the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) are prepared to respond swiftly to both direct and indirect threats.