Technion – Israel Institute of Technology

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.

June 3, 2024 | Enia Krivine, Jacob Nagel

Only Defeating Hamas Can Lead to an Israeli-Saudi Normalization Deal

United States President Joe Biden’s national security advisor, Jake Sullivan, visited Israel and Saudi Arabia in mid-May, offering a Saudi-Israeli normalization package that he says would lead to greater...

May 20, 2024 | Jacob Nagel |

Deaths of Iranian president, FM will have no significant change on Israel

The death of Raisi and Amir-Abdollahian will undoubtedly cause great turmoil in Iran.

May 15, 2024 | Jacob Nagel |

America’s dangerous game with Israeli security

It is crucial that Israel clearly and loudly communicates to Sullivan the drawbacks of the proposed normalization and the defense pact and does not rush into signing.

May 5, 2024 | Jacob Nagel |

The time for talks is over; it’s time for actions

When Israel finishes dealing with Hamas, the interests of Israel and those of Hezbollah and Iran will likely align, for a short time, to postpone the wider fighting in the north.

April 27, 2024 | Jacob Nagel |

Crush and eliminate Hamas: Navigating ties with Hezbollah, Iran, and Saudi Arabia

Normalization with Saudi Arabia is crucial but shouldn't come at the cost of significant concessions.