The Jerusalem Post Archive

6 April 2012
Security directive forces Israeli judo team to withdraw from Tashkent Grand Slam

The dramatic development unfolded as concerns over the security situation escalated, with team members instructed to halt participation and depart Tashkent immediately.

At least 10 Israelis wounded as Iran missile hits Beersheba buildings

The local municipality said scans were taking place for further casualties within the wreckage caused by the missile, which said to have destroyed several homes in the area.

Israel’s public shelters become sites of camaraderie amid steep danger once more

Steph Graber said she had been sheltering elsewhere but had “FOMO” about not being with her friends, so she switched over to a public shelter in the brief lull between sirens.

KKL-JNF unveils archival photos recalling the enduring joy of Purim celebrations

The photographs, dating from the 1920s through the 1950s, captured the vitality and communal creativity that defined the holiday during the British Mandate period and the early years of Israel.

Victories overshadowed: War halts Israeli hoops momentum

Hapoel Tel Aviv finally snapped its five-game losing streak, while Maccabi Tel Aviv recorded an important win that will keep it in the postseason race as their respective campaigns head into March.

El Al to begin rescue flights for Israelis stranded due to Operation Roaring Lion

The airline said it is prioritizing passengers whose flights were canceled and that rescue flights for El Al and Sun d’Or customers will be operated at no additional cost.

IDF says Lebanon invasion possible, Israel Katz declares Hezbollah chief Qassem a target

IDF spokesperson Effie Defrin: Israeli military ordered evacuation of 50 southern Lebanese villages • Sources to 'Post': IDF not satisfied with initial retaliation

IDF: Ben-Gurion Airport, Israeli airspace may reopen Monday evening

The Israeli military emphasized that the situation is dynamic and could evolve depending on threats from Iran and Hezbollah, as well as whether Yemen's Houthis get involved.

High Court: State’s haredi draft enforcement update ‘does not satisfy’ amid Iran war tensions

“In these pressing times, today’s hearing was canceled,” the court wrote. “But the need to enforce the obligation of military enlistment is steadily increasing.” 

Grapevine March 1, 2026: Women in the spotlight

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

Pastoral Hotel: A symphony of culture, comfort - review

Kfar Blum continues to offer diverse artistic programs alongside sumptuous culinary experiences.

Israel’s Iron Beam laser: What can it do, and was it used agasint missiles from Lebanon? - analysis

Israel, the US, and other countries have worked on this technology. However, recent advances in technology have enabled lasers to finally become more practical for military uses.

Hashomer Hachadash volunteers lead civilian relief efforts during operation “Roaring Lion”

Dozens of volunteers are assisting with debris removal, home repairs, guarding agricultural communities, and supporting residents as an organization calls for public to join volunteer missions.

IDF launches precise strikes on senior Hezbollah terrorists in response to attack on Israel

This attack marked Hezbollah's first action against Israel's northern regions since 2024, officially joining the conflict alongside Iran.

Iran war widens: Hezbollah fires at northern Israel, IDF ramps up Tehran strikes

Trump: Iran interested in restarting talks, operation to continue until all objectives reached • UK, Germany, France: Ready to step in against Iran

Lebanon will ban Hezbollah's military activities, PM says, as IDF strikes in Beirut

The IDF's precision strikes were carried out in retaliation after Hezbollah launched several projectiles towards northern Israel overnight.

US fighter jets downed near American embassy in Kuwait in friendly fire, local authorities confirm

Kuwait's Defense Ministry confirmed later in the morning that several American warplanes had crashed in Kuwaiti territory, but that the crews had survived. 

Marine insurers cancel war risk cover for ships due to conflict in Iran, Middle East

War risk cover will be excluded in Iranian waters, as well as the Gulf and adjacent waters, according to the notices.

Iranian opposition pushes for unity after decades of fragmentation

New coalitions seek to bridge divides between groups inside and outside Iran while preparing for a potential transition

Iran considers withdrawing from 2026 FIFA World Cup due to regional conflict

According to the Spanish sports outlet, Iran is set to participate in the tournament, which will be co‑hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada.

Prediction markets scrutinized following wagers on Khamenei's removal, Iran attacks

Odds moved sharply as rumors of his death circulated and analysts drew attention to a wave of wagers placed on his ouster both right before the attacks, as well as in January.

Gulf states suffer as Iran continues strikes, US embassies send warnings to citizens

Gulf states have been suffering the consequences of the US-Israel war against Iran, after missiles have fallen on foreign territories.

Wall Street futures slide as Middle East conflict escalates

Oil prices jumped, while traditional safe havens rose, with gold climbing roughly 2% and bond prices rallying, sending the US 10-year Treasury yield briefly to an 11‑month low.

Saudi Aramco's Ras Tanura refinery shut following drone strike from Tehran

The Ras Tanura complex houses one of the Middle East's largest refineries with a capacity of 550,000 barrels per day and serves as a critical export terminal for Saudi crude oil.

IDF hijacks Iranian TV to broadcast Farsi message from Netanyahu

A source also told The Media Line that IRIB executives and the Political Department had been aware for hours on Saturday that Ali Khamenei, supreme leader of the Islamic Republic, had been killed.

No evidence US, Israel have struck any Iranian nuclear sites during ongoing op., IAEA chief says

To date, Israel has repeatedly refused to name any nuclear sites it might have struck, despite having named such sites during the June 2025 Operation.

Hanadala group places bounty for beheading of critics after Piers Morgan show - report

Experts previously told Iran International that CJNG was among the many Iran-linked groups spreading insecurity across Latin America.

Iran says 'peaceful, safeguarded' Natanz nuclear site hit in US-Israeli strikes

"Again they attacked Iran's peaceful, safeguarded nuclear facilities yesterday," Iran's ambassador to the UN nuclear watchdog told reporters at a meeting.

IDF kills senior Iran intelligence officials in precision strikes on Tehran headquarters

Sayed Yahya Hamidi, who in recent years led Iran's terrorist activities targeting Jews, Western officials, and regime opponents, was killed in the Israeli strike in Tehran.

The Tomb of Mordechai and Esther: Iran's Jewish, Purim heritage

According to the tradition of the Jews of Persia, after Haman’s downfall, hostility toward the Jews intensified, and Mordechai and Esther left Shushan and wandered north, to the city of Hamadan.

Britain, France, Germany ready to step in to defend interests against Iran

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer additionally said that his country has accepted a US request to use British bases for defensive strikes against Iranian missiles in storage depots or launchers.

US officials skeptical of regime change in Tehran after Khamenei killing, sources say

Three US officials familiar with US intelligence said there is serious skepticism that Iran's battered opposition can topple the theocratic, authoritarian governing system.

Two unmanned drones get intercepted on way towards RAF Akrotiri base in Cyprus

Greece is preparing to send two frigates and two fighter jets to protect Cyprus, following the drone intrusions, a Greek defense ministry official said on Monday. 

Australian far-right senator censured over 'inflammatory, divisive' comments about Muslims

"They hate Westerners, and that's what it's all about. You say there's great Muslims out there, well I'm sorry, how can you tell me there are good Muslims?" Hanson said in an interview with Sky News.

Donald Trump, Germany's Merz to meet in Washington as Iran war ramps up

Merz will be the first European leader to meet Trump since the start of the operation, which has blocked one of the world's key oil shipping lanes and thrown global air transport into chaos.

Study: Neanderthal-human interbreeding mostly male Neanderthals, female humans

Most people of non-African ancestry carry about 2% Neanderthal DNA, and researchers report a mirror image pattern with more human DNA on the Neanderthal X chromosome.

Ben-Gurion Airport closure delays arrival of 140 new immigrants amid Operation Roaring Lion

The temporary shutdown of Israel’s main international gateway at the start of the week led to the cancellation of flights for immigrants who had been scheduled to land between March 1 and March 7.

From glasses to a pin: This is how Apple plans to attach AI to your body

Apple is pushing forward a range of wearable AI devices that will connect cameras, sensors, and a smarter voice assistant. Is this the next step after the era of the Apple Watch? Let’s sort it out.

Arkia expands for summer 2026: New destinations and a business class to Europe

The best shopping recommendations for religious Israelis.

The Chinese manufacturer vivo is testing a smartphone with an unprecedented battery

Reports from China reveal that the smartphone manufacturer vivo is about to join the exclusive club of devices with extraordinary battery capacity, using advanced silicon-carbon technology.

Creatine reaches the refrigerator: New protein drinks have landed on supermarket shelves

Israel’s growing protein drinks market now adds creatine – a popular sports nutrition ingredient – introduced for the first time in a ready-to-consume beverage.

The real cost of leaving: What Israeli founders pay when they incorporate in the US
‘General mobilization’: Islamic Cyber Resistance launches campaign against Israel, US

The announcement, published on social media channels, is a clear declaration of intent to expand the conflict into the cyber domain.

Iran's periphery holds the key: Why Roaring Lion needs teeth on the ground - opinion

A case for Kurdish, Baloch, and Ahwazi autonomy - and the no-fly zone that makes it possible.

5 fruits richest in antioxidants that protect the body

Antioxidants protect cells from cumulative damage and may reduce the risk of heart disease, cancer, and inflammatory conditions over time.

A study found: These are the activities that delay the onset of Alzheimer’s by at least 5 years

A large-scale study found that rich mental engagement throughout life is associated with a significant delay in the onset of Alzheimer’s and mild cognitive impairment in older age.

Can dogs help ease teacher burnout in Israel’s schools during wartime? - study

Psychological buffer against wartime exhaustion for teachers revealed in new research.

Who uses e-cigs? Israeli study sheds light on electronic cigarette use - study

Hebrew University of Jerusalem study reveals distinct adult-use patterns of electronic cigarettes in the US and Israel.

Patty, Burger King’s new AI assistant, will listen to your drive-thru conversation

The OpenAI-powered assistant analyzes drive-thru conversations for courtesy phrases to coach staff and assigns a location 'friendliness score.'

Study finds AIs treat nuclear arms as strategy, not taboo, rejecting surrender and negotiation

In 86% to 95% of scenarios the models escalated, in 95% both parties threatened nuclear strikes, and no model chose 'harmony or withdrawal'.

The death penalty bill in Israel: A dangerous path to vengeance, not justice - opinion

In response to Alex Sternberg: The heart of Israel’s death penalty bill.

Cyrus the Great is alive: Trump gives Jews, Iranians cause to celebrate a Purim miracle - opinion

Donald Trump’s Iran war, Operation Epic Fury, is absolutely and fantastically righteous, as is Israel’s Operation Roaring Lion. Today, both the Persian and Jewish people celebrate a Purim miracle.

Iran war has already cost Israel NIS 9 billion, Finance Minister Smotrich says

Smotrich admits that the fiscal deficit will now be more than 3.9% of GDP, the target in the proposed 2026 budget.

Chinese crane manufacturer gives 7,000 employees 'as much cash as they can carry'

At a February gala attended by about 7,000 staff, workers were timed to count piles of cash on stage, with one reportedly pocketing 100,000 yuan in a single run

El expresidente iraní Mahmud Ahmadineyad asesinado en ataques israelíes y estadounidenses

Ahmadinejad se desempeñó como presidente de Irán desde 2005 hasta 2013.

Estados Unidos utiliza ciberataques para fracturar régimen islámico desde dentro de sus filas

Un ex comandante de alto rango del Comando Cibernético de Estados Unidos dijo que el país estaba contactando a altos funcionarios dentro del régimen, la IRGC y las fuerzas de seguridad.

Reino Unido, Francia y Alemania listos para intervenir en defensa de sus intereses contra Irán

El primer ministro británico, Keir Starmer, además dijo que su país ha aceptado una solicitud de Estados Unidos para utilizar bases británicas en ataques defensivos contra misiles iraníes almacenados

Las FDI afirman que es posible una invasión del Líbano y declaran al jefe de Hezbolá como objetivo

El portavoz del FDI dijo el lunes que todavía era posible que las FDI invadieran el sur de Líbano en respuesta a los ataques con cohetes de Hezbolá durante la noche.

US CENTCOM confirma las primeras muertes de tropas estadounidenses en la Operación Furia Épica

Tres soldados estadounidenses fueron asesinados y otros cinco resultaron heridos en la operación en curso Furia Épica, confirmó el Comando Central de EE. UU. el domingo.

Irish Jews report 143 antisemitic incidents in six months through a new reporting system

The findings published early Monday by the Jewish Representative Council of Ireland constitute the first attempt to document antisemitic incidents in Ireland.

Israeli photographer discovers the Jewry of Maine

The exhibition will run through May 3 and conclude with a public poster presentation by students from Colby College.

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