TIJUANA, Mexico — Like you, dear reader, I love Israel and am distressed by the ongoing war, which may extend to a battle in Lebanon against Hezbollah. This comes after Iran accelerates its project to acquire atomic bombs that could potentially harm Israel.
Like you, I wait for the miracle of the Israeli army’s victory. Throughout our history, we have believed in miracles. However, as no miracle has yet occurred, I dream of the possibility of forced peace and eradicating evil from humanity.
This has led me to write a science fiction story, which I hope you will enjoy.
Am Israel Jai
By Jose Galicot
The Weizmann Institute of Science, one of Israel’s most prestigious research centers, was profoundly impacted by the arrival of an exceptionally brilliant young Frenchman, Pier Coen. This visionary individual presented the institute’s dean with a scientific theory that, in his view, could revolutionize the dynamics of war and peace on a global scale.
The Revolutionary Theory
Coen began with a fundamental principle of physics: two objects cannot occupy the same space simultaneously without causing an atomic explosion. He proposed that if a microscopic particle could be transported through hyperspace instantaneously, any target could be attacked anywhere, triggering the explosion. Although this concept seemed like something out of a science fiction novel, it piqued the dean’s interest, prompting him to convene the scientists of the physics department to hear Coen’s proposal.
From Concept to Reality
Convinced of Coen’s theory’s military potential, the Weizmann Institute scientists set out to materialize it. The theory proposed that teleporting a particle through hyperspace could cause an explosion upon materializing in a space already occupied by matter. Despite the immense technical and ethical challenges, the prospect of developing a weapon of such magnitude motivated the researchers to proceed with determination.
For years, the team worked in silence and secrecy. The international scientific community remained unaware of the advances made at the Weizmann Institute as results slowly confirmed that Coen’s theory was more than just fantasy. The project, dubbed “Hyperspace Warfare,” transitioned from concept to tangible reality.
Threats to the World’s Powerful
With the development of the hyperspace weapon, the Weizmann Institute found itself in an unprecedented position of power. They established world peace through deterrence rather than using this advantage to conquer. Explicit warnings were sent to the world’s dictators and leaders of terrorist groups: if they persisted in their warlike and oppressive actions, this new weapon could destroy them.
A note reached Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, urging him to cease aggression against Guyana. Another letter was sent to Chinese President Xi Jinping, demanding the liberation of Tibet. Russian President Vladimir Putin received a similar threat to halt his invasion of Ukraine. Leaders of terrorist organizations, as well as the heads of mafias and cartels, were also warned. Additionally, the presidents of Cuba and Nicaragua, known for their oppressive regimes, received similar messages.
To test the effectiveness of its warning, the Weizmann Institute sent an atom to the offices of these leaders. Upon materializing in the same space as another object, the atom triggered a small explosion that destroyed a table, chair, wall, or window, depending on the target. The precision and power of this demonstration struck terror into the recipients’ hearts, convincing them of the seriousness of the threat.
Creation of the International Ethics Oversight Council (CISE)
Aware of the dangers inherent in possessing such a destructive weapon, the Weizmann Institute made an unprecedented decision in military science and technology history. They established an independent institution, the International Ethics Oversight Council (IECO), to supervise and control the use of this weapon.
Roles and Responsibilities of the IECO
The IECO was established with representatives from various nations and experts in ethics, international law, and science. Its main functions included:
- Approval of Use: No military action utilizing hyperspace technology could be carried out without the unanimous approval of the IECO. This ensured that the weapon was not used arbitrarily or unjustly.
- Ongoing Review: The IECO conducted periodic reviews of the Weizmann Institute’s procedures and policies to ensure that all weapon uses adhered to the highest ethical standards.
- Transparency and Accountability: A system of transparency and accountability was established, where all decisions and actions of the IECO and the Weizmann Institute were recorded and made available for international public review.
- Protection from Abuse: The IECO had the authority to intervene and halt any use of the weapon deemed morally questionable or in violation of human rights.
A Future Under Ethical Vigilance
Council members include prominent figures such as Yuval Arari, Rafael Fernández de Castro, Jeffrey Davidow, Gastón Luken, Eduardo Caccia, Ignacio Calderón, Alejandra Santos, the Pope, and UN President Dennis Francis, along with other anonymous members.
The establishment of the CISE marked a significant milestone in human history, highlighting the necessity of stringent ethical oversight alongside technological and scientific advancements. Under the CISE’s supervision, the hyperspace weapon was exclusively utilized as a deterrent to maintain global peace and safeguard nations from unjust aggression.
Pier Coen’s groundbreaking theory at Israel’s Weizmann Institute exemplifies the transformative potential of science and technology. Yet, it also poses profound ethical inquiries regarding the use of science for military purposes and the role of deterrence in upholding peace. The formation of the CISE ensures that these inquiries are addressed with the utmost rigor and responsibility, guaranteeing that the immense power of technology is wielded for the collective good rather than for oppression or exploitation.
Pier Coen
Already famous, Coen was proposed several times for the Nobel Peace Prize or the Nobel Prize in Physics. However, he never won. During his stay in Israel, he met a Yemeni girl named Tami Tawil, with whom he fell in love, and they soon established a home on Kibbutz Nir Oz. Eventually, he was attacked by Hamas troops. Tami was seriously wounded and lost a leg, which sparked a desire for revenge in Pier.
Pier sought out Steve Wozniak, co-creator of Apple, and told him: “Your phone displaced ergonomic instruments because it has no ear space or speaker space and is not easy to hold, yet it is undoubtedly a worldwide success. I think the structure of weapons, especially pistols and rifles, could follow your designs. For example, we could have a briefcase that hid a machine gun that could be left in one place and that we had to remotely control and focus its shots from a distance, protecting the shooter. Perhaps a caterpillar could be fitted with a bullet launcher and save the gigantic cost of a tank, but it would also have to be remote-controlled and video-guided. In short, it is ridiculous that in the 21st century, soldiers have to physically risk fighting when we have built machines like drones that destroy without risking the shooters.”
Warfare evolves, and Hamas’ tactics, like those employed in the Vietnam War, have turned tunnels into lethal weapons that are challenging to combat, requiring the direct involvement and presence of soldiers. Throughout history, humanity has created armaments and defenses, including metal mesh, armor, walls, and defensive lines like the Maginot Line and the Siegfried Line. Israel’s development of the Iron Dome has been a remarkable and invaluable defense, although it may soon become obsolete against supersonic projectiles.
Pier, deeply affected by the events of October 7, approached the Israeli Ministry of Defense and presented his new theories on robotic weapons, which were swiftly embraced. However, this action led to his expulsion from CISE for advocating for the very war systems he had previously opposed.
Pier and Tami relocated to Kibbutz Ein Hashlosha, where they raised four children. Depending on one’s perspective of his contributions to war and peace, Pier’s name became praised and vilified.
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Jose Galicot is a leader of the Mexican Jewish community both in San Diego and Tijuana. He is the founder of Tijuana Innovadora.
I am in awe of Jose Galicot’s creativity.