Contrary to what we used to think, Israeli strength and independence are the key. Just look at Japan, which has become one of Washington's closest allies.

We can divide the American allies into two groups: Those who are looking for what to do in the event of a second term of Trump, and those who are already in deep change. The first are European countries, the second are East Asian countries. And the most prominent in the group is Japan.

Japan tends to be underestimated because of its demographics, but even with an aging population Japan still has tens of millions of men and women of suitable age for military service. And Japan opened the gates to immigration. The Japanese have the people. And increasingly they also have the weapons and power to use them. Not to mention the desire.