Mark Dubowitz

This discussion features Mark Dubowitz, a leading expert on Iran's nuclear program, and Scott Horton, an outspoken critic of U.S. foreign policy. They engage in a heated debate on Iran’s nuclear ambitions and the historical context of military interventions. Topics include the effectiveness of nuclear negotiations, implications of U.S. strategies, and contrasting views on the Iranian regime's intentions. They also critique the narrative surrounding American involvement in the Middle East, emphasizing the importance of understanding and dialogue over intervention.

Join Middle East expert Michael Doran, veteran journalist Haviv Rettig Gur, and FDD's Mark Dubowitz as they unravel the implications of the recent U.S. airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear sites. They discuss the strategic importance of these military actions, potential Iranian responses, and the evolving geopolitical landscape in the Middle East. Insights from historian Eli Lake and political analyst Matt Continetti shed light on Trump's motivations and the complexities of U.S. foreign policy, while Amit Segal highlights regional tensions and resilience amid conflict.

Nadav Eyal, Israeli journalist with frontline Iran and Israeli security insight, and Mark Dubowitz, U.S. Iran-policy expert focused on nukes and sanctions, discuss coordinated U.S.-Israeli strikes, Iran’s regional retaliation, the alleged targeting of Iran’s leadership, the Khamenei question, and whether the campaign aims for regime change or strategic degradation.

Yonatan Adiri, former Israeli official who analyzes security and tech-policy, and Mark Dubowitz, Iran expert and FDD CEO, discuss a possible U.S. strike on Iran and which targets might be chosen. They examine Israel’s internal debate over responses. They unpack Saudi-UAE tensions and their effect on normalization, Turkey’s expanding influence, and India’s growing regional role.

Mark Dubowitz, Iran policy expert and FDD CEO, offers U.S.-centered analysis on sanctions and strategy. Nadav Eyal, Israeli analyst, provides on-the-ground security perspective. They break down the two-week US–Iran ceasefire, the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, Israel’s security worries, unresolved nuclear and missile issues, and whether the pause is strategic success or a temporary halt before renewed conflict.

Mark Dubowitz, U.S. national-security analyst focused on Iran policy, and Nadav Eyal, Israeli journalist covering security and regional strategy, unpack recent strikes, leadership chaos in Iran, and succession uncertainty. They discuss the Qom strike’s aims, the campaign against Iran’s nuclear and missile programs, debates over who decided to strike, and what Israel and the U.S. would view as a victory.

Mark Dubowitz, sanctions expert and FDD CEO, argues for pressure to degrade Iran’s capabilities. Dan Shapiro, former U.S. ambassador to Israel and seasoned diplomat, stresses alliances and avoiding open-ended regime change. They trade sharp views on the Hormuz blockade, military gains versus political will, defining success, escalation versus containment, and what stopping now would mean for U.S. strategy and partners.

Mark Dubowitz, CEO of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies and an expert on Iran policy, dives into the ongoing protests in Iran and potential U.S. and Israeli intervention. He discusses the implications of American strikes on the regime and argues that such actions could empower protesters. The episode also examines the rising influence of Reza Pahlavi, the son of the last Shah, and how fragmentation among Iranian elites is shaking the regime. Dubowitz critiques the Western left’s hesitance to confront the Islamic Republic directly.

Mark Dubowitz, CEO of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies and Iran policy expert, breaks down a sudden U.S.-Israel campaign against Iran. Discussions cover reported strikes on leadership, the campaign’s historical roots, Iran’s likely all-in retaliation, and how the U.S. and Israel divide roles targeting capabilities versus leadership. High-stakes coordination and the limits of airpower are explored.

Mark Dubowitz, CEO of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, brings a wealth of knowledge on Iran's nuclear ambitions. He discusses the science of uranium enrichment and how U.S. policies have evolved from Obama to Trump to Biden. Dubowitz emphasizes the heightened stakes for Israel and global stability following recent events, advocating for understanding the complex dynamics shaping Iran's geopolitical landscape. He also outlines the implications of military confrontations involving Israel amidst changing strategies in U.S.-Iran relations, making this a timely and insightful discussion.