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Demographics – The Road to Happiness or Doom?
Complexities of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, rising antisemitism, and urgent need for a peaceful resolution to ensure Jewish survival.


Biden, The Middle East, and the Chances at Ending the Conflict
An article on Israel's consensus for peace, Trump's Middle East legacy, and Biden's challenges in reshaping US foreign policy.


The Middle East’s New Order
An article on Biden's challenges as President-Elect: rebuilding America, restoring global trust, and addressing Middle East issues.


Israel and the Five Eyes Intelligence Alliance
An article on Israel's potential integration into the Five Eyes Alliance, given its valuable intelligence experience in a changing world.


If I were Bibi this is what I would tell Joe Biden
An article on hypothetical advice to Biden: Lead globally, form a US-Saudi-Israel axis, and embrace the 2002 Saudi Initiative.


Because I Can No Longer Keep Silent
An article on the risks of eroding democracy in Israel, drawing parallels with Iran and warning against potential political violence.


Catching a Ride on Trump’s Whim
Trump's impulsive decisions, like the Israel-UAE-Bahrain deal, lack strategic vision or planning, aiming for short-term gains.


America is Dying
An article on criticism of Trump's divisive leadership, lacking charisma, wisdom, and humanity, essential for true leaders.


Thoughts During COVID-19 Quarantine
An article on COVID-19's impact and dilemmas, focusing on technological use in response and its implications on privacy and democracy.


Miss a Propitious Time
Shabtai analyzes Trump's disjointed Middle East policy, stressing missed diplomacy in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict


Impact of the Middle East Turmoil on the Global and Regional Arenas, and How to Address the Threat
Article on addressing Middle East turmoil, analyzing the cycle of instability and terrorism, and strategies for effective counterterrorism.


The Israeli Intelligence Community and its Decision Makers
An article on the structure and challenges within the Intelligence Community, emphasizing the critical dynamics between decision-makers.


The Limitations of Force
An article on the overreliance on force in Israeli policy, highlighting its ineffectiveness in solving complex issues.


A New Regional Arrangement in the Middle East – the Only Way out of the Deadlock
A personal plan for a new arrangement in the Middle East, tackling situations from Sunni-Shia, Kurds and Israel-Palestine.


Advice and Food for Thought for the French during these Difficult Times
Following Mr. Holland declaration against ISIS, some advice on how to prepare the population, who's the enemy and how to defeat him.


A Regional Political Solution against the Backdrop of the Upcoming Elections
Shabtai Shavit discusses the dangers of the current political climate in Israel and advocates for adopting the Arab Peace Initiative.


"Protective Edge" - Insights on the Conflict
Examining the asymmetry, proportionality, and long-term threat posed by Hamas. Insights on the Israeli perspective post Protective Edge.


The Mossad Did Its Part
I returned from a trip abroad and read the numerous articles in Haaretz and Yediot Aharonot concerning the recent publication of...


Morality Versus E-Security - Opening Remarks of the 2013 ICT World Summit on Counter-Terrorism*
Distinguished guests, It is a great honor for us to welcome you to the ICT’s 13th International Conference: World Summit on...
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