Israel, Lebanon agreement is push for peace, but needs to face reality to prosper

EDITORIAL
Delegation staff members meet during the quadrilateral meeting in Switzerland between the US, Iran, Pakistan, and Qatar on June 21, at the Lake Lucerne Summit, aimed at advancing a deal to end the Middle East conflict.
People move past buildings destroyed by an Israeli airstrike during the interim period following the US-Iran deal, in Nabatieh, southern Lebanon, June 26, 2026.
Hezbollah supporters block the old airport road in the southern suburbs of Beirut, with burning tires to protest against the trilateral agreement that was signed between the US, Israel and Lebanon on June 27, 2026.

Iran attacks US military sites in Kuwait and Bahrain after US strikes Iran near Strait of Hormuz

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US strikes Iran, as tit-for-tat attacks dramatically reignite tensions

n F-35 lights its afterburner as it does a flyover during a rally to kick off the Great American State Fair on the National Mall on June 24, 2026 in Washington, DC.
Pictured is an illustrative image of an IDF soldier.

‘I was low-hanging fruit’: IDF reservist targeted by UK legal group sees case collapse in court

FRONTLINES
Israel's Ambassador to the US Yechiel Leiter speaks next to US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, State Department Counselor Daniel Holler, and Lebanon's Ambassador to the US Nada Hamadeh during a meeting at the State Department in Washington, DC, US, June 26, 2026.

US-Israel-Lebanon sign trilateral framework agreement aimed at dismantling Hezbollah

FEATURE

The faces of many notable American Jews over the years: A treat for America's 250th

NEVILLE CHAMBERLAIN and Adolf Hitler leave their meeting at Bad Godesberg,  Sept. 23, 1938.

Israel must come up with its own Manhattan Project, but even faster and much better

OPINION
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu walks outside his office at the Knesset, June 3, 2026.

Israeli politicians lash out after Netanyahu announces intention of 'broad national government'

THE STATUE of Liberty Hanukkah Lamp by Manfred Anson on display at the Statue of Liberty Museum, 2019.

Exhibits, marches, celebrations: How American Jewish orgs are marking 250 years of independence

National Security Minister and Otzma Yehudit leader Itamar Ben-Gvir addresses reporters at the Knesset, in Jerusalem, June 22, 2026

Hind Rajab Foundation demands US Justice Department prosecute Ben-Gvir

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s mistake going into the Iran war was thinking that US President Donald Trump’s proven pattern of behavior would sustain itself for the duration of a drawn out war.

Trump’s betrayal of Israel was predictable

JERUSALEM REPORT
Delegation staff members meet during the quadrilateral meeting in Switzerland between the US, Iran, Pakistan, and Qatar on June 21, at the Lake Lucerne Summit, aimed at advancing a deal to end the Middle East conflict.

Washington held an unprecedented upper hand over Iran - then cashed it in

JERUSALEM REPORT

Resurrecting Herodium: A royal desert fortress awakens After 2,000 years

"Herodium became a living testament to the enduring roots of Jewish history."

Netanyahu hails trilateral agreement with Lebanon, says it weakens Hezbollah, Iran

PRIME MINISTER Benjamin Netanyahu at the Muni Expo 2026 conference in Tel Aviv, on June 24, 2026.

Hezbollah chief Qassem rejects Israel-Lebanon agreement, calls it a humiliation

Hidden in Jerusalem's Old City, collector stumbles upon rare Jewish treasure from Morocco

The exceptional treasure, a mortar dating back to around 1805, had oxidized; the shopkeeper found it among his household goods.

IDF kills 17 terrorists, arrests over 100 suspects in operations over past week

IDF soldiers operate in the West Bank, June, 2026.

Haifa drug lab busted as police crack down on networks flooding the market with illegal substances

National Security Minister and Otzma Yehudit leader Itamar Ben-Gvir addresses reporters at the Knesset, in Jerusalem, June 22, 2026

Hind Rajab Foundation demands US Justice Department prosecute Ben-Gvir

Ultra orthodox Jewish children pray at the Western Wall in Jerusalem's Old City, on April 19, 20226.

Not by the hands of God or man: Israel must prepare for a post-Trump America

OPINION
Mel Brooks speaks onstage at the "Spaceballs" screening during the 2024 TCM Classic Film Festival at TCL Chinese Theatre on April 21, 2024 in Hollywood, California.

Mazal tov to Mel Brooks: The 100-year-old man

An illustrative image of Israeli and the European Union flags with a division between them.

Israel needs Europe's support more than many Israelis realize

OPINION

Hungary: Antisemitism as a cultural code

SHOES ON THE DANUBE BANK Holocaust Memorial.

German far-right leader appears to make ‘Hitler salute’ in photo as party surges

Swedish man sentenced for involvement in neo-Nazi group

The Swedish flag is seen at Gamla Stan, the Old City of Stockholm, Sweden, May 7, 2017.
OPINION

Thank you, Mayor Zohran Mamdani: Your hate might just be a blessing in disguise

An AI-generated illustrative cartoon.
ByJEFFREY KAHN

Tennessee GOP leaders denounce ‘No wars for Jews’ mailers bearing Young Republicans name

Post-war internet in Iran: More censorship and greater risks for users

An Iranian woman, Boshra, shows her mobile phone, after a nationwide internet shutdown since January 8, 2026, following Iran's protests, in Tehran, Iran, January 24, 2026.

Syria’s missing women: What really happened to Batoul Alloush?

EXCLUSIVE
WATCH

US strikes Iran in retaliation for Strait of Hormuz cargo ship attack

 Lebanese President Joseph Aoun attends a joint press conference with French President Emmanuel Macron, at the Elysee Palace in Paris, France, March 28, 2025.

US, Israel, Lebanon agreement is ‘first step to restoring Lebanon’s sovereignty,' Aoun says

Iran's former supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei waves during a meeting in Tehran, Iran, February 17, 2026.

Ali Khamenei’s secret bunker included blast-resistant room, escape tunnels under Tehran

REPORT

New Israel-Lebanon agreement adopts 'trust, but verify' strategy

ANALYSIS
Representations of the Israeli and Lebanese flags at a memorial near the Israel-Lebanon border, outside Metula, Israel, after Israel and Lebanon signed a framework agreement following US-mediated talks, June 27, 2026.

Experiencing Rome's Jewish quarter with an open mind and an empty stomach

FEATURE
OPINION

Like in the WWE, Israel’s tag team partner turned on us

 Donald Trump over a backdrop of an Iranian flag. (Illustrative)
ByAKIVA LAMM
OPINION

Israel must seize the opportunities created by Japan's strategic awakening

Japanese troops take part in a counter-landing live fire exercise as part of the annual Balikatan joint military drills on May 04, 2026 in Laoag, Ilocos Norte province, Philippines.
ByEMMANUEL NAVON
OPINION

JD Vance is wrong on US aid to Israel - here is what he failed to tell Americans

ByDAVID BEN-BASAT

The final frontier: Israel aims to become world leader in space attack capabilities, Katz says

Missiles launched from Iran are intercepted as seen from Ashkelon, Israel, June 18, 2025.

Anduril eyes former air force chief to head Israel operations

EXCLUSIVE

Switzerland opens talks on Israeli air defense system amid Patriot delays

Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the Muni Expo 2026 conference in Tel Aviv, on June 24, 2026.

Netanyahu says Israel will be first to solve global explosive drone problem

Robotican's Rooster hybrid robotic drone platform

Inside the IDF push to deploy smarter, faster robots across the frontlines

Iran claims to strike US-linked targets, warns Gulf states not to aid attacks

An military UAV over the backdrop of an Iran flag; illustrative.

US seizes nearly 400 websites that were illegally streaming World Cup, DOJ says

Venezuela welcomes 1,600 foreign rescuers in urgent search for quake survivors

Emergency services work at the site of a collapsed building after earthquakes hit the country, in Caracas, Venezuela, June 25, 2026.

Texas creates required reading list that includes Anne Frank and the Bible

The Texas flag waves during qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series DuraMax Grand Prix Powered by RelaDyne at Circuit of The Americas on February 28, 2026 in Austin, Texas; Illustrative.

Civil Commission Chair presents Oct. 7 sexual violence report to UN, calls for recognition

Dr. Elkayam-Levy presents 'Silenced No More,' a report on the sexual violence perpetrated during the October 7 massacre and in captivity to the UN. June 26, 2026.

Four generations of genius

Roy Kimchi, Cactus Capital’s founding CEO

“The Cage” music video by Shyfrin Alliance: The state of Creation before the Sin

Eduard Shyfrin - The Cage

The safest place: Why more Jews are buying homes in Israel after October 7

“For many diaspora Jews, an apartment in Israel has become both an investment and a source of security and belonging.”

New Israeli AI system detects wildfires within minutes using sound sensors

INTERVIEW
View of a wildfire that broke out near the northern Israeli city of Katzrin, June 4, 2026.

Israel smuggled Starlink systems into Iran, former PM Bennett says

Israeli-founded AI biotech Immunai launches drug-discovery collaboration with Boehringer Ingelheim

Medicine cabinet

Your Investments: Getting back to basics for a secure financial future

Rises on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange – Green Screens.

Your Taxes: Look before you leap out of Israeli fiscal residency

KKL-JNF aiming to preserve endangered plant species at Jerusalem Botanical Garden, Eshtaol Nursery

The rare bristly cephalaria growing in the Jerusalem Botanical Garden as part of the joint initiative with KKL-JNF.

Hiking in the Holy Land: Einot Petzael: The hidden oasis most Israelis don’t know about

REPORT

Nearly one million Gazans remain in tents amid extreme summer heat, Norwegian report suggests

AFGHAN CHILDREN sit on a concrete bench at a hilltop, amid telecom shutdown across the country, in Kabul, Afghanistan, September 30, 2025.

Millions of Afghan children facing severe risks from changing climate, UNICEF says

THE SUN sets on the horizon of the Pacific Ocean off the coast of La Jolla during a heat wave during sunset on September 8, 2024 in San Diego, California.

Pacific officially enters El Niño, hot weather pattern may be 'very strong,' US organization warns

Israel abortion application rates decline, with nearly all requests gaining approval, CBS reports

 Picture of pills and medical file with the word abortion on it.

Common painkillers safe during pregnancy, don't raise birth defect risk, Israeli study finds

STUDY
REVIEW

'Seniorland': Growing old in the world's largest retirement city

FEATURE

The shoreline that holds: October 7 post-trauma therapists embark on a healing retreat

OPINION

Ten years left to live: Cancer-free, but life is not the same as it was

ByBRIAN BLUM

Roy Freeman: Building a comfortable community for LGBT olim in Israel

HOLDING A BANNER for LGBT Olim at Tel Aviv Pride, June 12.

Government approves dedicated unit to assist new immigrants serving in IDF

Mimi ‘Mabrat’ Biyadgilon: The former village girl who has come a long way

Mimi Biyadgilon.
OPINION

If Israel wants mass aliyah, it must end its bureaucratic gatekeeping

 New immigrants from USA and Canada arrive on a special " Aliyah Flight 2016" on behalf of Nefesh B'Nefesh organization, at Ben Gurion airport in central Israel on August 17, 2016.
ByCOOKIE SCHWAEBER-ISSAN

Eli and Chana Coten: From London to Ma’alot amid war and new beginnings

Family

Tzarfati Shimon launches phase 2 of Luria Project in Jerusalem's Moradot Arnona

Luria Project, Jerusalem Moradot Arnona.

Luria: A Jerusalem-inspired project with modern boutique design

An ultra-luxury Jerusalem icon

Shponder & Fadlon Project.

From two construction families in Even Yehuda to leading real estate group: Shponder & Fadlon story

The INFINITY Project.

It’s all about timing! 2026 is a rare opportunity window for Tel Aviv real estate

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Sydney, Australia summit

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Diplomatic Conference, September 2025

Conference   

Israel’s First Lady, Michal Herzog

Michal Herzog: Women must 'use their voice' to shape Israel’s future

'Without human insight, innovation is useless'

Mekorot’s Shira Singer on the future of water infrastructure

MDA Heroes   

 Michaela Berku: "Doing good is the best therapy."

Michaela Berku on volunteering, MDA, and saving lives through service

MDA Women's Circle launches new year with "Adopt a Paramedic" initiative

'I’ll keep showing up': MDA paramedic who saved dozens on Oct 7 recounts 600 days

Podcasts   

Emergency services work at the site of a collapsed building after earthquakes hit the country, in Caracas, Venezuela, June 24, 2026.

Rescue teams search through earthquake rubble in Caracas as death toll fears rise

US-Iran agreement triggers debate over deterrence collapse and next conflict

Haredi protests and Netanyahu trial cause tension in Israel

US Politics   

DAVID BURCK is running for election to the US House to represent Florida’s 22nd Congressional District, and is on the ballot in the Republican primary on August 18. Here, American flags are on display on the National Mall’s lawn with the US Capitol seen in the background.

Israel is America's 'only true Western ally,' Florida's GOP House hopeful tells 'Post'

Vance, Rubio split on Iran war, Israel in Lebanon, as White House denies divergence

Supreme Court backs Trump on asylum policy, ends TPS protections for Haitians, Syrians

Diaspora   

THE STATUE of Liberty Hanukkah Lamp by Manfred Anson on display at the Statue of Liberty Museum, 2019.

Exhibits, marches, celebrations: How American Jewish orgs are marking 250 years of independence

Mazal tov to Mel Brooks: The 100-year-old man

‘I was low-hanging fruit’: IDF reservist targeted by UK legal group sees case collapse in court

Judaism   

A person is seen sitting alone (illustrative).

Parashat Balak: What is the price of aloneness?

Parashat Balak: Guarding our eyes

Shabbat candle lighting times for Israel and US

Christian World   

A GREEK Orthodox priest holds up a bible during the Holy Friday service at the Greek Orthodox Monastery of St George in Coptic Cairo on May 3, 2024.

Christian converts still face discrimination, arrests in Egypt, US State Dept. confirms

Christian Zionists confront a crisis inside their own camp

Bipartisan lawmakers, faith leaders gather on Capitol Hill for Jerusalem Day celebration

Food   

Sushi salad.

In the kitchen with Henny: Healthy, fresh salads for the summer

Amaya: Outstanding culinary experience in Rehovot

Wine Talk: From little acorns

Archaeology   

Previously unknown grave of an Iron Age high ranking individual was found during excavations near Bad Camberg in Hesse, Germany, June 25, 2026.

Previously unknown Iron Age grave of high-ranking individual, two-wheel chariot found in Germany

Hidden in Jerusalem's Old City, collector stumbles upon rare Jewish treasure from Morocco

Ancient stone at Tel Eton may provide new proof of King Hezekiah’s religious reform, study suggests

Science   

(Illustrative) A doctor uses AI for a medical screening.

Can virtual reality teach the 'feel' of medicine? New Israeli study says not yet

Who's a good boy? Study suggests interacting with pets may not improve stress, negative emotions

Asteroid the size of 38 Lubavitcher Rebbes to pass Earth on Chabad head's yahrzeit - NASA

Culture   

‘LEGENDS’ IS a series based on a true story about British customs inspectors in the 1990s who infiltrate the drug trade.

What to watch this week: ‘Legends’ hits the mark as Pride month programming begins

Taiwan Film Week brings the island’s stories, culture to Jerusalem

How to find the perfect summer camp in Jerusalem for your kids and teens

History   

HOLOCAUST SURVIVORS George E. Preston and Halina Wind Preston with their children, David Lee and Shari Ann, in Wilmington, Delaware, 1971.

The faces of many notable American Jews over the years: A treat for America's 250th

State Archives releases thousands of documents for Entebbe rescue's 50th anniversary

Macy’s magnate Nathan Straus used his fortune to combat disease in New York and Mandatory Palestine

OMG   

Hidden Valley Ranch.

TSA reminds European World Cup fans: Ranch dressing is a liquid, cannot go in carry-on luggage

Chetz the dog, wounded in Iranian strike during Operation Rising Lion, learns to walk again

At long last: Grand Theft Auto 6 finally nears release as Rockstar announces preorder launch

Consumerism   

From right: Tom, Adam, Ben, Bat Sheva and Eden Bublil at the unveiling of “The Living Light” at Club Hotel Eilat, in memory of the late Moshe Bublil.

Bublil family unveils ‘The Living Light’ in memory of Club Hotel founder Moshe Bublil

FitFlop introduces the new Denim Edit collection – the hottest trend of summer

L’Oréal Israel launches refill campaign with Super-Pharm for International Refill Day

Prof. Eduard Yakubov, president of the Holon Institute of Technology

Israel cannot afford to rely solely on theoretical doctorates

Israel can no longer afford the privileges of adolescent behavior

Confronting the Iranian regime’s ideological warfare strategy against Israel and the West

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