IRGC general threatens to 'turn entire region into hell' if Strait of Hormuz destabilized

 Seyyed Hossein Mousavi Eftekhari, known as Majid Mousavi, is a brigadier general in the IRGC who was appointed commander of the IRGC Aerospace Force on June 13, 2025.
Missile impact in central Israel, June 8, 2026.
An Iranian flag flutters in the wind as ships remain anchored in the Strait of Hormuz on May 16. Negotiations between the US and Iran over opening this critical waterway have largely stalled.

Trump claims he spoke directly with Iranian officials after US struck air defenses

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Netanyahu aide Urich indicted for passing on classified information

Yonatan Urich who was arrested in the so-called Qatargate investigation arrives for a court hearing the court in Lod, August 19, 2025.
View of the settlement of Sa-Nur in the West Bank, April 19, 2026.

Israel set to approve funding plan for 61 West Bank settlements

REPORT
Mohammad Baqer Saad Dawood Al-Saadi, an Iraqi man accused of helping Iran-backed militia's plans for attacks in the United States and Europe, stands before US District Judge Colleen McMahon during his arraignment in Manhattan federal court.

Toronto group calls to release alleged Iran proxy who coordinated waves of attacks on Jewish sites

Anti-Israel Columbia protest leader Mohsen Mahdawi fights deportation to Jordan

Two US Air Force F-35A stealth fighter jets fly over the Middle East during a patrol in a photo shared by US Central Command on June 7, 2026.

US strikes Iran for second day, hitting military surveillance capabilities, air defense systems

US President Donald Trump reacts as remarks are delivered to reporters about his administration's support for coal energy production, among other topics, in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, DC, US June 4, 2026.

Trump claims he directly spoke with Iranian officials, was asked to stop strikes

A PROTESTER holds a sign during a demonstration against the military coup outside the US Embassy in Yangon on February 21, 2021.

US official found dead in Myanmar, State Department confirms

President Isaac Herzog hosts the President's Decoration Award Ceremony at the president house in Jerusalem. October 22, 2025.

Herzog awards Mossad, IAI, IAF prize for capability-expanding classified operational system

EXCLUSIVE
Cave from Lower Paleolithic era found south of Haifa, June 11, 2026.

A Paleolithic time capsule: Rare prehistoric cave discovered near highway outside of Haifa

WATCH
A drone is seen flying above the skyline of Beirut's southern suburbs, on June 5, 2026. Lebanon's leaders issued pointed calls for Iran to stop interfering in their country's affairs on June 5, as Israel and the Tehran-backed Hezbollah traded attacks after a new truce deal collapsed.

Debris from intercepted Iranian drone injures child, damages homes in Bahrain

'I Am Israel': Tourism Ministry launches major campaign at 'Post' Conference

Michael Izhakov, Director General, Israeli Ministry of Tourism

Knesset advances bill to enshrine Torah study into Basic Law, supporting haredi draft evaders

MK Tally Gotliv and and MK Ofir Katz attend a House committee meeting at the Knesset, the Israeli Parliament in Jerusalem on, June 9, 2026.

Shin Bet investigates haredi protests amid concerns over threats to government sites

REPORT

Suspect arrested after photographing influencer naked in changing room also accused of rape

An illustrative image of a man in handcuffs, being arrested.
WATCH

IDF 91st Division destroys anti-tank launcher, seizes weapons, kills Hezbollah terrorists

Weapons seized from Hezbollah in southern Lebanon by the 91st Division

ILA Berlin 2026 opens under shadow of Iran war

Pakistani Army officers and people offer prayers as they attend the funeral of the victims, who died after an Mi-17 helicopter of Pakistan Army Aviation crashed near Muzaffarabad on Wednesday during take-off, in Muzaffarabad, Pakistani Kashmir, June 11, 2026.

Military helicopter crash in Pakistani Kashmir killed all 22 personnel on board, military confirms

Synagogue targeted in first such arson attack in modern N. Macedonian history, April 12, 2026.

Twenty-two states condemn Iran, front group for 'lethal' worldwide terror attacks

 FIFA President Gianni Infantino Press Conference, 2026 FIFA President Gianni Infantino during the press conference.

FIFA's Infantino says soccer org. 'not kings of world,' US decides who can enter, amid visa scandal

A general view of FIFA World Cup 2026 signage at Kansas City Stadium on June 08, 2026 in Kansas City, Missouri.

Iranian-Americans call on FIFA to expel Iran from World Cup

The Mamdani effect: BDS could cost NYC taxpayers $37 billion

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani speaks at a press conference at New York's LaGuardia Airport in Queens, New York, US, March 23, 2026

Michigan anti-Israel activists indicted for threats, vandalism against UMich officials, Jewish site

Gwyneth Paltrow smeared online after Israel commercial gig

 Actress Gwyneth Paltrow attends the 10th amfAR Gala in Los Angeles, California, US, October 10, 2019.

US Jewish leaders throw support behind bipartisan House antisemitism bill

Rep. Dan Goldman talks with a reporter outside the US Capitol on December 18, 2025.

Spain reports 86% rise in antisemitic incidents, as interior minister takes aim at ‘xenophobia’

Israel at war with Hezbollah, not Lebanon, Netanyahu says in message to Lebanese people

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

UN fails to condemn Hezbollah in statement on peacekeeper's death, Israeli ambassador says

Israelis, Americans should prepare for new sextortion scam, expert warns ‘Post’

Illustrative image of former Hamas leaders Yahya and Mohammed Sinwar.

Hamas items, including Sinwar's battle plans on display at new intelligence center exhibit

Hamas terrorists as Egyptian workers accompanied by members of the ICRC search for the last two remaining bodies of hostages -an Israeli soldier and a Thai national- from under the rubble of the Jabalia refugee camp, in the Gaza Strip on December 1, 2025; Illustrative.

Board of Peace won't wait for Hamas response to disarmament plan, source tells 'Post'

Trump isn’t fed up with Bibi, he’s angry about what he was sold

COMMENT
US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hold a press conference after meeting at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago club in Palm Beach, Florida, US, December 29, 2025.

Cara Trager, beloved Queens Jewish communal leader and lifetime journalist, dies at 71

Knicks complete historic comeback to take commanding 3-1 series lead.

 2026 NBA Finals - Game Four NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 10: Members of the New York Knicks celebrate their 107-106 victory against the San Antonio Spurs in Game Four of the 2026 NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden on June 10, 2026 in New York City.

Ontario breaks Guinness World Record for largest human foosball game in honor of FIFA World Cup

Ontario breaks world record for largest human foosball game in honor of FIFA World Cup.

Iran threatens to stop World Cup games if faced with unauthorized flags or slogans

Turkey's UAV-launched ballistic missile enters service

ROKETSAN’s UAV-230 ballistic missile

Israel's Smart Shooter wins $5.8 million contract with US Marine Corps

For the first time ever: An autonomous drone boat rescues US pilots in Strait of Hormuz

TSG's DroneWeaver counter-UAS system

TSG unveils AI‑driven DroneWeaver System for rapid counter‑UAS defense

Iranian missiles are displayed at the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps(IRGC) Aerospace Force Museum in Tehran, Iran.

Iran already has two 'nuclear weapons,' does it have a third?

OPINION

Taiwan vows to expel Chinese vessels after Beijing claims jurisdiction over eastern waters

A Navy miniature is seen in front of displayed Chinese and Taiwanese flags in this illustration taken, April 11, 2023.

Explosion in China's Guangxi region kills seven, injures 17

UN report on Israel condemned for equating settlers, Palestinian terrorists

 UNITED NATIONS headquarters in New York City.

New UK law could pave way for tougher action against Iranian terror groups, including IRGC

British Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood looks on during a statement at Crumpsall Lane, after a man drove a car into pedestrians and stabbed a security guard in an attack at a synagogue where worshippers were marking Yom Kippur.  Manchester, Britain, October 2, 2025.
REPORT

Russian army's artillery chief assassinated near Moscow in car bombing, second in one day

Damir Davidov.

Bazan Group COO: ‘We are part of the resilience security, without Bazan Israel cannot win’

Shlomi Basson, Deputy CEO & Group COO, Bazan Group.

Ofer Yannay talks antisemitism, energy at 'Post' Conference

Ofer Yannay, CEO and Founder, Nofar Energy; Owner of Hapoel Tel Aviv BC.

The answer for jews worldwide who want to own real estate in Israel

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US says BYD, Baidu, Alibaba and other tech giants are aiding China's military

People stand near the newly launched N9 electric vehicle (EV) under BYD's premium brand Denza, displayed at a launch event in Guangzhou, Guangdong province, China May 18, 2026.

Gov't approves plan to boost desalinated water production using private companies

National Cyber Defense Bill passes first reading amid ongoing war against Iran

A man holds a laptop computer as cyber code is projected on him in this illustration picture.

Meta claims Israeli spyware firm NSO Group failed to complain, demands further pressure by US gov't

 An illustrative image of the NSO Group logo on a smartphone.
REPORT

'ChatGPT is dead': OpenAI plans to ditch chatbots for agents in upcoming updates of AI model

Two sperm whales spotted off coast of Ashdod by University of Haifa researchers

WATCH
Researchers at University of Haifa spot two sperm whales off coast of Ashdod, June 8, 2026.

After years-long drought where Syria, Iraq were running out of water, dams are now flooding

ANALYSIS
STUDY

Air pollution and extreme heat linked to more migraine attacks, Israeli study finds

 Group of locusts

Moroccan locust swarms sweep eastern Iran, threatening crops and farms

A vendor organises textiles at a shop in Central Souq on July 22, 2015 in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates.

UAE launches Naseej initiative to tackle 220,000 tons of annual textile waste

Israeli hospital performs world's first experimental gene therapy for rare genetic epilepsy

(R-L): Dr. Dror Kraus, Senior Physician, Neurology Unit and Epilepsy Specialist, Clalit-Schneider Children’s Medical Center; Dr. Naama Ornstein, Head of the Genetics Unit, Clalit-Schneider Children’s Medical Center; Prof Rami I. Aqeilan.

Israel must overhaul trauma care for 50,000 former IDF soldiers, defense committee urges

National Insurance to adopt new protections, accommodations for sexual assault survivors

Kenyan police fire tear gas during protest against US Ebola quarantine facility

Knesset passes bill recognizing Israeli Sign Language

Dr. Katya Mandoki: Caressing the land by every step

Dr. Katya Mandoki

Studying in Israel: International students find a home at Reichman University

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

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Government approves dedicated unit to assist new immigrants serving in IDF

 Over 150 lone soldiers join the IDF through Garin Tzabar Scouts program.

An ultra-luxury Jerusalem icon

"Forest" Project.

Midtown Jerusalem

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

The Luria project by Tzarfati Shimon in Arnona, Jerusalem.

Luria: A Jerusalem-inspired project with modern boutique design

Prime Jerusalem lets Jews worldwide own a luxury home in the heart of Jerusalem.

Prime Jerusalem – the next home for the Jews of the world in the capital

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Jerusalem Post Miami Conference returns, shaping the future together

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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   

Changing the guard at Budapest Castle

Budapest uncovered: Castle caves and thermal spas

US strikes Iran, while Gallant says Israel should have seized Tehran's uranium

Trump vows 'total victory' over Iran, while US rescues Apache crew near Strait of Hormuz

US Politics   

A digital billboard, paid for by The Lincoln Project Advocacy, shows images of US President Donald Trump (R) and late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein in Times Square in New York City on April 30, 2026.

Trump administration's handling of Epstein cases disapproved by large majority of American public

'Does he want to continue?' Trump questions Netanyahu's candidacy in upcoming Knesset elections

Federal judge strikes down Trump’s $100,000 H-1B visa fee, ruling it an unauthorized tax

Diaspora   

Rep. Dan Goldman talks with a reporter outside the US Capitol on December 18, 2025.

US Jewish leaders throw support behind bipartisan House antisemitism bill

Cara Trager, beloved Queens Jewish communal leader and lifetime journalist, dies at 71

Graham Platner, anti-Israel progressive, sews up Democratic Senate nomination in Maine

Judaism   

Mississippi River steamboats at New Orleans, 1853.

'Returning': Exploring assimilation and the search for Jewish belonging

What the ma'apilim teach us about faith and judgment

Joshua's spies chose faith over fear - can Israel do the same?

Christian World   

 Newly elected Pope Leo XIV, Cardinal Robert Prevost of the United States appears on the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica, at the Vatican, May 8, 2025.

In Madrid, Pope calls for compassion towards 'every human being'

‘Thank God you’re all here’: Jerusalem Prayer Breakfast draws foreign delegations despite war

Patriarch Theophilos III, Trump to discuss protection of Christians, freedom of worship

Food   

Sheet-pan gnocchi and veggies.

In the kitchen with Henny: Sheet pan magic

Ototo Asian experience: Fantastic sushi in Rehovot

Wine Talk: Make me a match

Archaeology   

Cave from Lower Paleolithic era found south of Haifa, June 11, 2026.

A Paleolithic time capsule: Rare prehistoric cave discovered near highway outside of Haifa

Ancient water reservoirs discovered at Red Sea's Port of Aydhab site near Egypt-Sudan border

Collection of ancient Egyptian, Greek, Roman-era artifacts discovered at Egypt’s Heracleopolis

Science   

NEGEV DESERT - APRIL 06 2011:Israeli farmers desert farming planting vines in a desert farm in the Negev, Israel. Israel is a world-leader in agricultural technologies despite its dry climate

Can fungus farming make tomatoes taste better? Israeli researchers say yes

Promising hantavirus vaccine research stalled by funding gap before outbreak

Asteroid to fly within 176 Bulgarias of Earth on Monday, May 18 - NASA

Culture   

Meir Shalev

Docaviv 2026 opens in Tel Aviv with global documentaries, masterclasses, and retrospectives

Author of ‘People Love Dead Jews,’ Dara Horn, delights Jerusalem crowd

Arab-Jewish youth orchestra builds a unifying ‘East-West’ sound together

History   

‘Tower of David,’ taken by A.O. Freedman, c. 1920.

Could you hold a lost piece of Western Wall history? Jerusalem museum seeks rare photos

On This Day: Six-Day War begins in 1967

On This Day: Palestinian terrorists attempt assassinating Israeli ambassador, prompting Lebanon War

OMG   

Ontario breaks world record for largest human foosball game in honor of FIFA World Cup.

Ontario breaks Guinness World Record for largest human foosball game in honor of FIFA World Cup

Sullivan vs. Sullivan: Alaska investigates US Senate candidate who shares name with incumbent

‘No means no!’ Carolina fans boo Vegas’s Carter Hart at first two games of NHL Stanley Cup finals

Consumerism   

Honda ADV350. The launch of new maxi-scooters has made Honda more relevant to Israeli riders.

For the first time: Honda overtakes SYM as Israel’s best-selling two-wheeler brand

The search for a forgotten scent

Special promotions for the World Cup

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

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