Technion – Israel Institute of Technology

February 2, 2026 | Jacob Nagel |

Trump must not negotiate with Iran unless the regime first meets strict preconditions

The world is focused on a single question: will President Donald Trump strike Iran, or will he once again attempt negotiations – and if force is used, what form will it take and what...

January 16, 2026 | Jacob Nagel |

Trump’s hesitation on Iran: Why a prompt strike, even if only symbolic, is crucial

The world, including Israel, went to sleep a few days ago with the understanding and expectation of a significant American strike on Iran, following the brutal suppression of protests, the indiscriminate...

December 28, 2025 | Jacob Nagel |

Netanyahu-Trump meeting: What the PM is expected to ask for, what he shouldn’t concede

There is an urgent need to begin and conclude, as soon as possible, discussions on the next MOU between Israel and the US, which will follow the current agreement set to expire in 2028.

October 27, 2025 | Jacob Nagel |

Keep US aid and wartime replenishment off Israel’s 2026 base budget

Finance Minister Smotrich's 2026 defense budget must exclude US aid and wartime replenishment to ensure readiness against future threats.

August 20, 2025 | Jacob Nagel, Mark Dubowitz

The single negotiation goal with Iran should be complete dismantlement of nuclear program

Trump’s ultimatum to Tehran is clear: accept American terms or face the consequences.

May 8, 2025 | Jacob Nagel |

What does Trump mean by ‘total dismantling’ of Iran’s nuclear program?

Trump has returned to office with a clear message: Iran will never possess nuclear weapons. But clarity on what that entails—and how to achieve it—is still lacking.

April 17, 2025 | Jacob Nagel |

Trump must clarify what he means when says Iran will never have nuclear weapons

Cooperation with the US is vital for strengthening deterrence and executing this complex mission, but Israel must be prepared to act alone.

April 10, 2025 | Jacob Nagel |

Trump should not imitate Obama, repeating his presidential mistakes

The lessons from 2015 must be clear to avoid another disastrous deal. No negotiations should begin until Iran fully dismantles its nuclear program.

March 9, 2025 | Mark Dubowitz, Jacob Nagel

No negotiations before total Iranian nuclear rollback

Any talk of negotiating a new nuclear agreement—before Iran meets strict preconditions—is a dangerous mistake.

February 3, 2025 | Jacob Nagel |

Netanyahu must push Trump to take real action on Iran

Any resolution must address all three components of Iran’s nuclear program: fissile materials, weaponization, and delivery systems.

January 22, 2025 | Jacob Nagel |

Israel must prepare for confrontation with Iran after Trump inauguration

Until all facilities and capabilities are dismantled by Iran, willingly or by external forces, Trump administration must return to the “maximum pressure” program.

December 11, 2024 | David May |

The Australian Government Allowed Hate Speech Against Jews and Israel; Then a Synagogue Was Burned

Vandals defaced a synagogue in the Australian city of Melbourne in late November, with the phrases “Free Gaza” and “Jews kill babies.” A week later, in early December, two masked...

November 25, 2024 | Jacob Nagel, Mark Dubowitz

Israel’s only option on Iran is ending Khamenei’s regime

Supreme leader has set 2040 as target for final destruction of Israel, necessitating a change in strategy that transitions from defensive to offensive action using the IDF's intelligence and operational capabilities, U.S. support and regional alliances

October 30, 2024 | Boaz Golany, Jacob Nagel

North Korean Troops in Ukraine: Are We on the Path to World War III?

A new version of the defunct Warsaw Pact is emerging in front of our eyes. With Russia and China as its two major driving forces, joined by regional powers such as North Korea and Iran, that brings with it its proxy terror organizations.

August 30, 2024 | Boaz Golany, Jacob Nagel

Ukraine’s Invasion of Kursk: A Silver Bullet, a Wild Gamble, or Both?

Ukraine’s attack on Kursk has surprised the Russians, and some of Ukraine’s allies, who were caught unprepared for such a move. Not less surprising is the Russian response, instead of shifting troops...

July 12, 2024 | Mark Dubowitz, Jacob Nagel

2040: The year Iran predicts Israel will be destroyed. Now is the time to prepare

The Islamic Republic is developing a comprehensive strategy to bring about Israel’s elimination as a sovereign state.

July 12, 2024 | Jacob Nagel |

Playing into Sinwar’s hands: Which of Hamas’s ceasefire demands can Israel accept?

If there is a chance to reach a deal that Israel can accept, it is only by increasing the military pressure, not by reducing it.

July 5, 2024 | Jacob Nagel |

Impending Gaza deal: Is Israel ready to make painful concessions?

Israel faces critical decisions as military pressure mounts and the possibility of a controversial deal with Hamas looms.

June 19, 2024 | Jacob Nagel |

New Israeli paradigm needed to prevent a nuclear Iran

Analysis: The biggest threat to Israel’s existence remains Iran's nuclear program and Israel must prevent the Islamic Republic from reaching its goal of achieving an atomic weapon of mass destruction

June 14, 2024 | Jacob Nagel, Jacob Bardugo

AI in military applications – could a machine make life and death decisions? – opinion

The use of AI in IDF systems is accompanied by very careful operating methodologies and it is very important to maintain this approach.