Mamdani, not Trump, may be Netanyahu’s more useful campaign asset

ANALYSIS
A drone view of an election billboard by Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud Party depicting Iran's Mojtaba Khamenei, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem and a text in Hebrew that reads "They Want Netanyahu to Lose, Don't let them Win."
A Likud election campaign billboard, depicting US President Donald Trump shaking hands with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, is seen at a main entrance to Tel Aviv, Israel, February 5, 2019.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani speaks during an announcement on the Standing Up to ICE outreach program at the governor’s office in New York City, US, August 12, 2026.

Trump says Iran won't make the deal he thinks is needed, will not extend MoU

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US general to oversee transfer of Hamas weapons to Gaza gov't, ISF under Israel-US deal

President Isaac Herzog met with US Special Envoy Jared Kushner and Nikolay Mladenov, the Director-General of the US President Trump's Board of Peace, August 17, 2026.
Santa Clara, California.

Jewish, Hindu, Zoroastrian parents sue California school district over mosque field trip

US President Donald Trump boards Air Force One at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, US, August 7, 2026

Trump confirms IRGC backchannel, threatens to 'bomb the s***' out of Oman if it 'gets in the way'

Israeli child killed, another wounded in Beit Shemesh stabbing, man arrested

Crew from i24NEWS attacked by a man in Belfast, Northern Ireland, August 16, 2026.

Belfast man charged after alleged attack on Israeli TV crew

PROTESTERS CALL on the Irish government to impose sanctions on Israel, in Dublin, last month. Over the years, Ireland has taken a more anti-Israel position than most European or Western nations, states the writer.

Ireland is green with envy against Israel

OPINION
View of the Assuta medical center in Ramat haHayal, Tel Aviv. June 17, 2025.

Health Min. reviews possible sperm donor genetic mismatch at Assuta Medical Center, Tel Aviv

ZAKA vehicle (Illustrative).

Israeli man in his 60s dies in Peru after more than three years in prison

 A banner depicting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is displayed with the Capitol dome in the background as pro-Palestinian demonstrators gather on the day of Netanyahu's address to a joint meeting of Congress, on Capitol Hill in Washington, U.S., July 24, 2024.

US filings detail Israeli government-linked $1 million media campaign targeting Americans

Israeli settlers are evacuated from illegal outpost Givat Or Yehuda, in the southern Hebron hills, on August 17, 2026.

IDF, COGAT evacuate illegal outpost near Hebron three months after residents attack police

REPORT

What Australian trauma doctors found when they came to Israel

Group of Australian trauma physicians.

Netanyahu faces test of party control as Likud primaries close with 53.5% turnout

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his wife Sara arrive to cast their vote at a polling station in Jerusalem, August 17, 2026

Likud ministers back Netanyahu's reserved slots as party holds primaries

Israel should kill ‘30-40’ Gazans every night, Ben-Gvir says on ex-hostage’s podcast

Otzma Yehudit party chairman and National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, together with members of his party, attends a supporters’ conference ahead of the upcoming general elections in Petah Tikva, central Israel, August 16, 2026.
WATCH

Smotrich outlines 10-year plan to bring one million olim from North America, Europe

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich sits down with Editor-in-chief Zvika Klein and Political correspondent Keshet Neev at the Finance Ministry in Jerusalem.

Smotrich: Israel should target, kill Hamas leaders, not negotiate with them

Syrian Arab Army soldiers pose for a photograph near Aleppo, January 17, 2026; illustrative.

Syrian army soldiers filmed chanting death threats against Jews in Damascus

Danielle Yablonka is seen at a ceremony honoring IDF Unit 585.

Desert Reconnaissance Battalion: The Arab IDF unit the world needs to know about

OPINION
Employees of the Research Institute for Protective Technologies, Nuclear, Biological and Chemical Protection (WIS) inspect a dummy sample which is contaminated with a substance similar to the chemical weapon Sarin, during a demonstration in Munster October 15, 2013.

Trump administration works to strengthen defenses against potential AI bioattacks

REPORT
A Finnish flag flies over the City Hall in Helsinki, Finland, February 10, 2024.

Missing Israeli found dead on side of road in Finland after disappearing during solo cycling trip

Saudi textbooks continue reforms, remove antisemitic content

REPORT
Saudi students sit for their final high school exams in the Red Sea port city of Jeddah on June 19, 2010 at the end of 2009/10 school year; illustrative

Buddhist monks, locals protest Chabad House in Sri Lanka amid threats, harassment

OPINION

New Jersey councilwoman to Zohran Mamdani: You are the mayor – act like it!

Mayor Zohran Mamdani delivers his 100 Days Address, a speech dedicated to outline the progress made on his core campaign promises since taking office, in Queens, New York City, US, April 12, 2026.
ByHILLARY GOLDBERG

'Feared for my life': French Jew recalls antisemitic attacks in Barcelona when leaving synagogue

People march during a pro-Palestinian protest in Barcelona, Spain, October 4, 2025

Portuguese gov't demands investigation for antisemitic threats against Israeli doctoral student

US-allied Gulf States increasingly frustrated with Trump's Iran approach

REPORT
(From L) TURKISH PRESIDENT Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, and Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chat after signing a joint defense agreement in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, Aug. 7.

No IDF casualties after Hamas explosive detonates near Yellow Line in Gaza Strip

REPORT

Iran prepared for larger war, fearing US talks were cover for Israeli attack

An Israeli military vehicle displaying an Israeli flag in southern Lebanon. August 16, 2026.

Israeli flags on Lebanon highway violate UN resolution, UNIFIL says

Members of the Palestinian Authority lay a wreath at the tomb of the late Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat in Ramallah in 2025.

Palestinian Authority officials accuse US of pushing Abbas aside after Kushner meeting in Cairo

Netanyahu's ‘Islamic Republic of Britain’ remark reveals how Israel views Europe

ANALYSIS
Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu attends a state ceremony reburying Shimon and Rivka Herzl, the grandparents of Theodor Herzl, founder of modern political Zionism, alongside their grandson on Mount Herzl, in Jerusalem, August 05, 2026; Illustrative.

Netanyahu brands UK ‘Islamic Republic of Britain’ as tensions grow over Iran war

WATCH
OPINION

History must not be distorted, ‘Taiwan independence’ is ultimately doomed

An employee at a business centre watches the Chinese national flag being raised, in Beijing, China August 26, 2025.
ByXIAO JUNZHENG

Gaza plan progress 'problematic' ahead of elections, Netanyahu tells Kushner in Jerusalem meeting

(L-R) Jared Kushner, US President Donald Trump and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio watch presentations during the inaugural meeting of the Board of Peace, in Washington, DC, February 19, 2026

Tech Talk: TAU launches one of world’s first Deep-Tech MBAs as science reshapes Israel's startups

American defense start-up launches new Anthem cruise missile in Morocco military test

US and Morocco defense industry partners prepare a cruise missile for a live-fire demonstration at the Africa Multidomain Training and Experimentation Center, August 5, 2026.

How Propeller Drones became Israel's quiet powerhouse for drone operations

REPORT

Cyprus ramping up pressure on Tel Aviv while eyeing Israel’s Merkava tanks for its military

 Yoni Heilbronn: 'It's every man for himself'

'Whether you like it or not': The Israeli VC on who's really buying Israeli tech

WATCH
The Raytheon (RTX) headquarters building is framed by the trees and the US Marine Corps War Memorial, in Arlington, VA.  May 01, 2026.

US awards Raytheon $22.9 billion contract to boost Tomahawk output

Conditions aboard USS Lincoln 'exacerbated by decision to start Iran war,' senators tell Hegseth

USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) conducts US blockade operations related to the Strait of Hormuz on April 16, 2026.

Houthis claim attack on Saudi military ship, four escort vessels in Red Sea

Trump hints at endorsing candidate in Israeli election, despite calling it best to 'stay out'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks during a special plenum session in honor of US President Donald Trump at the Knesset, in Jerusalem, October 13, 2025

Three killed in helicopter crash on Greek island of Sifnos

Illustrative: A Chinook helicopter flies during a military parade marking Greece's Independence Day, in Athens, Greece, March 25, 2026.

Russian opposition politician sentenced to 11 years for condemning Ukraine war

A bailiff puts handcuffs on Russian opposition politician Lev Shlosberg, sentenced to 11 years in prison over his criticism of Moscow's offensive in Ukraine at a city court in Pskov, northwestern Russia on August 17, 2026.

Inside the student fund backing tomorrow's entrepreneurs

Cactus Capital Winners

One year after Milei’s Genesis Prize, the Isaac Accords are forging a pro-Israel network across LA

David Hatchwell, selection committee chairman, The Genesis Prize Foundation (L); President Milei; and Josh Reinstein, president of the Israel Allies Foundation, at Chairman’s Conference, Brazil 2026.

TAU Aurion ,TAYA & TAU Alumni Organization launch an initiative for outstanding teenagers in Israel

TAU Aurion program for youth

National Transport Infrastructure Company deploys AI-based adaptive traffic lights across Israel

 Traffic light displaying green.

Summer demand pushes prices up 0.3%, including rent, transportation costs, statistics bureau says

El Al cancels Tel Aviv-Hanoi flight route after Shin Bet denies security authorization

El Al plane takes off at the Ben Gurion International Airport, outside of Tel Aviv, August 4, 2026; Illustrative.

Financial education program for soldiers in need launched by IDF, Bank of Israel, nonprofits

Governor of the Bank of Israel Prof. Amir Yaron with members of the IDF Manpower Directorate launching the consumer and financial guidance program for IDF soldiers in need, August 12, 2026.

IDF Unit 8200 Alumni Association uses network to drive Israeli innovation, start-ups

Israeli birdwatcher finds 30 migrating white storks dead under utility poles in Jordan Valley

Israeli birdwatcher discovers about 30 electrocuted, dead storks in the Jordan Valley, August 16, 2026.

Israel’s 'Alliance of Brothers' delegation aids in search and rescue efforts across Colombia

WATCH

Thousands of hectares in flames as Belgium's biggest wildfire on record heads towards Germany

Approximately 80 cows are corralled after wandering into a firing range during an IDF Golani Brigade training exercise on August 17, 2026

IDF halts Golani Brigade drill after 80 cows wander into firing range in North

WATCH
Hazardous material contained at Haifa factory August 17 2026

Worker exposed to hazardous substance in Shlomi factory, Fire and Rescue units dispatched

Two Israeli children eat chocolate spiked with hallucinogenic mushrooms, rushed to hospital

The Galilee Medical center in the Northern Israeli city of Nahariya. April 13, 2026.

Israeli scientists make plants produce milk protein, paving way for cow-free dairy

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OPINION

Remembering IDF soldiers who lost their lives to hidden wounds

ByJANE KIEL
OPINION

Anti-Arab racism in Israel’s health system ignores a critical doctor shortage

BySUSAN HATTIS ROLEF
STUDY

Israel's human milk bank tripled activity after October 7, helping feed wartime babies

Australian lawyer makes aliyah just before October 7, quits job to launch babywear brand

MIRIAM AGRANAT with a collectible Tiftaf onesie.

Eisenkot's Yashar unveils plan to support new olim integrating into Israel

'Time to come home': Seven families from New York's Persian Jewish community make aliyah together

New immigrants from Great Neck New York's Persian Jewish community arrive at Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion Airport. August 11, 2026.

Twenty-four years of new olim: Nefesh B'Nefesh welcomes its 100,000th immigrant to Israel

The Douglas family, including Nefesh B'Nefesh's 100,000th olah, celebrate their immigration to Israel, August 2026.

Birthright Israel launches project to build gardens for Druze town two years after Hezbollah strike

Birthright Israel volunteers in Majdal Shams.

Midtown Jerusalem by Israel Canada: A premier living, retail & leisure hub

Israel Canada invites you to experience life at MIDTOWN JERUSALEM. A prestigious complex that combines residential living, retail, leisure, and a prime location.Renderings are provided for illustration purposes only.

An ultra-luxury Jerusalem icon

Everything on a grand scale. Except the price

Luria Project, Jerusalem Moradot Arnona.

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

Shponder & Fadlon Project.

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

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The Jerusalem Post Diplomatic Conference returns to Jerusalem

Diplomatic Conference

Heading ‘Down Under’: The Jerusalem Post announces Sydney Summit

Sydney, Australia Summit

Past Event - Building tomorrow, today: Jerusalem Post Washington Conference heads to Capitol Hill

Jerusalem Post Washington Conference

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   

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich sits down with Editor-in-chief Zvika Klein and Political correspondent Keshet Neev at the Finance Ministry in Jerusalem.

Smotrich outlines 10-year plan to bring one million olim from North America, Europe

Netanyahu under fire before primaries, Ben-Gvir makes explosive statements on Gaza

Kasau family demand resources as missing mother and daughter are found in one week

US Politics   

Democratic Senate candidate, Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan speaks during a get out the vote event at the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe Twin Cities Office on Aug. 8, 2026 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Minnesota’s Democratic nominee is an Israel critic, but she is not El-Sayed 2.0

'Profoundly corrupt': Trump faces lawsuit after selling early access to Truth Social posts

Trump administration set to spend $900 million on White House construction projects

Diaspora   

Santa Clara, California.

Jewish, Hindu, Zoroastrian parents sue California school district over mosque field trip

First Jewish president of the Catholic Biblical Association of America elected

Israel’s 'Alliance of Brothers' delegation aids in search and rescue efforts across Colombia

Judaism   

‘MAN IS like the tree of the field.’

What is the connection between Zionism and planting trees in Israel?

Parashat Shoftim: Wholehearted – and well

Shabbat candle lighting times for Israel and US

Christian World   

Theodor Herzl in Palestine. November 1898. Photography by David Wolffsohn. (Photo by Imagno/Getty Images) [Theodor Herzl in Palaestina. Anfang November 1898.

For Zion’s Sake: Why two Catholic theologians are taking a stand for Israel

Christian Zionists ignore reality of West Bank living, Palestinian Christian leaders say

Many Christian Arabs proud to be part of Israeli society, ambassador to Christian World says

Food   

Food at the Tandoori restaurant in Tel Aviv.

Tandoori: Restaurant moves near Tel Aviv beach, bringing sea breeze to the spice

Wine Talk: Salute the wine ambassadors

In the kitchen with Henny: Road-trip ready meals for kids

Archaeology   

Aerial view of the Israel Antiquities Authority excavation in Ramat Gan, August 16, 2026.

Archaeologists unearth 1,300-year-old ‘shopping hub’ beneath stadium in central Israel

‘Smoking gun evidence’: Bronze Age shaman long thought to be male revealed to be female goldworker

Ancient Egyptian princesses were skilled archers, trained with weapons, controversial study claims

Science   

 OpenAI logo is seen in this illustration taken May 20, 2024

AI agent caught creating fake online identities during OpenAI, Anthropic model security evaluations

SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket stage to crash into Moon at seven times the speed of sound

Prehistoric people in Eurasia, North America specifically hunted female mammoths, new study shows

Culture   

Photo of a screening at Yehi'am Fortress National Park/Courtesy of the Israel Nature and Parks Authority.

'Summer at the Movies' program brings family, films, and fun to Israel's national parks

'Megillat Yerushalyim': Israeli artist Rachel Kainy is turning Jerusalem into a living scroll

What to watch this week: 'Operation Thunderbolt,' 'Jurassic Park,' and Israeli classics

History   

BIELSKI partisans and families. Lazar Engles stands third from the left.

'Our Partisan Kingdom' and 'Written in a Barn': Holocaust survival up close and personal

'Children of Abraham': Over a millennium of Jewish-Muslim relations

The Sbarro bomber’s American saga: Ahlam Tamimi escaped Israel - US failed to bring her to justice

OMG   

A pilote on the flight deck in the Airbus A350X WB passenger plane as he stands on the tarmac at Munich Airport during a presentation of the new plane by Airbus officials on February 27, 2015; illustrative.

Catch him if you can: Ex-flight attendant pleads guilty to posing as pilot for nearly five years

Surf’s pup: Some 20 dogs make a splash at annual World Dog Surfing Championships in California

Fabulous felines: Celebrating the beloved cats of the 'Post' for International Cat Day

Travel   

Lots of stops along the way just to say, “Wait, we have to take a picture of this.” Tuscany.

We went to Tuscany to "do nothing" – and it was the perfect vacation

'I started feeling it was a good moment': American tourists return to Israel

Luxury, quiet, and fine food: Finding true luxury and quiet in the Israeli desert

David Alexander, Deputy CEO of Phoenix Financial

Israel’s hidden strength: Institutional capital pools

Israel can no longer afford the privileges of adolescent behavior

Evolving regional economic opportunities

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