The Jerusalem Post Archive

3 August 2008
White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles diagnosed with breast cancer, will continue work, Trump says

Wiles, 68, has been a constant presence at Trump's side since he returned to office in January 2025. Republicans have credited her with bringing greater discipline to the White House.

US counterterror chief quits over Iran war, claims Iran poses 'no imminent threat'

Joseph Kent resigned in a letter to the president on Tuesday, which he posted on social media.

Netanyahu coffee video turns Jerusalem café worker into viral sensation

A brief appearance in a video posted by the Israeli prime minister propelled a young female employee of Sataff café near Jerusalem into international visibility.

Door cam captures 78-year-old delivery man, triggering crowdfunding campaign

The campaign quickly went viral, with contributions flowing in from across the globe.

Israel's government risks unity by advancing divisive laws amid ongoing war with Iran - editorial

As Israel continues to face war, the government's focus on divisive legislation is distracting from critical wartime priorities and risking further division within the country.

Israelis believe in peace with the Iranian people - opinion

Fifty-five percent of Israelis see potential future ties with Iranian citizens, according to a survey for the Center for Jewish Impact.

Iranian Kurdish dilemma: Should they fight for a free Kurdistan or risk being used? - opinion

As tensions rise with Iran, Kurds face a familiar dilemma: seize opportunity or risk repeating a long history of abandonment by global powers.

Courage and security foiled a deadly West Bloomfield synagogue plot - opinion

A synagogue attack in West Bloomfield was thwarted, thanks to brave responders and effective security measures.

In striking Kharg Island, Trump struck the choke point of Iran’s oil economy - opinion

Kharg Island, a tiny Persian Gulf outpost, controls nearly all of Iran’s oil exports, making it the regime’s key economic vulnerability.

Rubio designates Jewish Iranian American Kamran Hekmati as wrongfully detained by Iran, cousin says

"This designation is an official recognition by the US Government that Kamran is being held on false charges in an effort by the Iranians to leverage the US Government," Shohreh Nowfar said.

German school named for Albanian who saved Jews sends students to Tirana for Holocaust remembrance

Ordinary Muslims and Christians in Albania, an isolated Balkan nation with no more than 300 native Jews, risked their lives during World War II to hide nearly 2,000 foreign Jewish refugees

JD Vance voices full support for Trump on Iran war, dismisses rift speculation

Vance's comments appeared to be an effort to counter questions about whether his well-known anti-war and isolationist views put him at odds with Trump.

'Barbaric, inhumane': Casualties feared as multiple blasts rock Nigeria's Maiduguri

Borno state Governor Babagana Zulum, in a statement, said the explosions had claimed victims and injured others, without elaborating or saying who was responsible.

Trump says he expects to have 'honor of taking Cuba,' heightening tensions

The threatening statements come even as Cuba and the United States have opened talks aimed at improving their largely adverse relations.

Tennessee plaintiffs, including minors sue Elon Musk’s AI company over Grok sexual content

After an outcry over sexually explicit content generated by the chatbot, xAI said in January that it had blocked all users from editing images of "real people in revealing clothing."

WFP warns tens of millions could face acute hunger if Iran war continues

The US-Israeli attacks on Iran that began on February 26 have choked up key humanitarian aid routes, delaying life-saving shipments to some of the world's worst crises.

Israeli spy firm's alleged visit to Slovenia raises tensions on eve of vote

Black Cube did not respond to a request for comment. Jansa denies meeting the company.

Jews decry UK newspaper for appearing to justify attack on Israeli-founded bakery

The March 14 piece in The Guardian, by sports and culture writer Jonathan Liew, came days after the newly opened north London branch of Gail’s was repeatedly vandalized.

What to know about AIPAC’s boosting of a candidate who accused Israel of genocide

The Illinois primaries follow two other elections where AIPAC was heavily involved.

Family of Bondi Beach shooting suspect seeks gag order amid vigilante threats

Naveed Akram, 24, is accused of opening fire on a Hanukkah celebration on December 14 in Australia's worst mass shooting in decades.

Palestinian activist Leqaa Kordia released on $100K bond from Texas detention

Immigration authorities say they detained her in 2025 for overstaying her expired student visa, though her attorney said she was in the process of securing legal residence.

Belgium deploys military personnel to protect Jewish communities amid rising antisemitic threat

The move comes one week after an Islamic Resistance-aligned terror group carried out an attack on a Liège synagogue, prompting several Belgian politicians to call for increased protection of Jews.

Netherlands probing if Rotterdam synagogue attack has Iran link, minister says

Dutch prosecutors said on ​Monday that the ‌four men suspected of causing the Rotterdam synagogue explosion ​had done so ​with terrorist intent.

The end of the argument: The big winner in the heated Shawarma showdown of greater Tel Aviv

Side by side, sidewalk to sidewalk on the same street, the veteran Shemesh faces off against the successful Efendi. We visited both and came back with a knockout victory.

Top residential proxy platforms for 2026 with NetNut leading way
How AI is changing the way media handles interviews
The burden of proof: The winery promised. Does the wine deliver?

The Artisanal wine brand of Tabor Winery, which is celebrating two years since its launch, promises an exceptional connection between a tradition of craftsmanship and advanced technology.

Google Maps’ navigation revolution: The Gemini AI model will be integrated into the app

Google launches Ask Maps, a new button powered by the Gemini AI model that lets users have a free conversation with the app and ask complex questions about their surroundings.

From online to the mall: OP Collection opens temporary pop-up store for Passover

Following online success, Ofir Alster’s OP Collection opens first physical store at Ramat Aviv’s Ofer Mall until March 18, with packages from NIS 199.

Brand news: Maintaining quality of life in the safe room and in the shelter

From powerful air purifiers and backup batteries to dream catchers for peaceful sleep – all the solutions to stay connected, protected and comfortable even in challenging moments.

GA-DE launches SKINFINITY skincare line for early signs of aging

The new facial care range combines Swiss laboratory development, green biotechnology, and high percentages of natural-origin ingredients, according to the company.

Hume Pod reviews: Don’t get Hume Body Pod till you’ve read this!
Dan Hotels’ Grill Room restaurants in Jerusalem, Tel Aviv to reopen Wednesday

The two steakhouses will resume full operations on March 18, with protected spaces available for diners if needed.

The frontline is no longer at the border, it's in our living rooms - opinion

Reflections on Operation Roaring Lion and possible paths to its end

Athens moves ahead with Israeli air defense systems as part of Achilles Shield

A Greek parliamentary committee approved the purchase of a €3 billion multi-layer air and drone defence system and the upgrade of 38 F-16 fighter jets.

Drones attack US embassy in Baghdad, Oil Industry Zone in UAE

Two explosive drones targeted the US embassy in Baghdad, with one landing near the embassy, according to security sources early Tuesday morning. Smoke was seen rising from the area.

Sa'ar calls Mojtaba Khamenei's absence 'embarassing', says Iran is close to 'modern piracy'

Sa'ar emphasized the danger of this piracy by comparing the activity to that of the Houthis in the Red Sea in the past, suggesting that “it might become like a new practice of mad regimes."

Iranian forces hit hard by US, Israeli strikes, continue to crackdown on potential protestors - WSJ

While the security forces have been weakened by US and Israeli attacks, Iranians say that they are still exercising strict control over the cities, especially at night.

IDF kills Iran's top official Larijani in targeted strike, Israel preps for large Hezbollah barrage

IDF kills Iran's 'de-facto leader', Basij commander in largest strikes since Khamenei's killing • Mojtaba Khamenei rejects ceasefire talks with US, Israel

US urges allies to label Iran’s IRGC, Hezbollah as terrorist groups amid Middle East tensions

The Trump administration is attempting to rally reluctant allies - many of whom were not briefed ahead of the US-Israeli air war that started two weeks ago - to support its military operation.

Pakistani air strike devastates Kabul rehab center as survivor recalls 'doomsday' scene

The Afghan Taliban government says at least 400 people were killed and 250 injured in the Monday night attack, but Islamabad denied having targeted any such facility.

Gulf states use Israeli expertise against Iranian missiles, drones, ambassador to US says

According to Leiter, Israel has extended its help to all the Gulf countries interested in receiving it after more than 2,000 missiles and drones were launched against them by Iran.

Gulf sources warn incomplete US strikes could leave Iran a lasting threat to oil routes - analysis

"There is a wide feeling across the Gulf that Iran has crossed every red line with every Gulf country,” said Abdulaziz Sager, chairman of the Saudi-based Gulf Research Center.

Trump warned Iran strikes could trigger retaliation on US Gulf allies, sources say

Pre-war intelligence assessments did not say that Iran’s response was "a guarantee, but it certainly was on the list of potential outcomes," said one source.

Over 200 US troops wounded in Operation Epic Fury as Iran war enters third week

The US military's Central Command said the vast majority of those wounded had suffered minor injuries and 180 troops had already returned to duty. Ten of the injuries are serious, it said.

Iran in talks with FIFA to shift World Cup games from US to Mexico amid security fears

Iran's sports minister said last week the Iranian players couldn't participate in the tournament after the US launched airstrikes alongside Israel against Tehran, killing Khamenei.

Who was Ali Larijani, Iran's top security official killed in IDF strike? - explainer

Larijani, the son of a Shia jurisprudence scholar, held several senior roles within the Islamic Republic during his career, most recently as the Supreme National Security Council Secretary.

Killing Larijani sends message to surviving Iran leadership: Compromise or die - analysis

The killing of Ali Larijani, who has been doing most of the work running the country for the wounded supreme leader, was a message to any still surviving Iranian leaders: you are out of time.

Iraq becomes new battleground as Iranian proxies intensify nationwide strikes - analysis

The Iranian-backed militias in Iraq have become increasingly more powerful in the last decade.

Iran can't beat US military, so it's targeting your wallet instead - analysis

Iran lost the first round badly. Its nuclear sites are rubble. Its air defenses are gone. The Revolutionary Guards have taken casualties they won't acknowledge for months.

Jordan’s careful war calculus in balance as Islamic regime’s future unknown, expert says

Jordan’s carefully balanced neutrality has been expressed through both its diplomatic statements and through its actions, said Ofir Winter, a senior researcher at the INSS, Tel Aviv University.

Iran's Mojtaba Khamenei said to reject ceasefire talks, demand US and Israel be ‘brought to knees'

Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei had held his first foreign policy session since being named supreme leader, and had taken a stance for revenge against the US and Israel that was “very tough and serious.”

Will death of Larijani and other Iranian regime officials lead to change? - analysis

Ali Larijani, a key behind-the-scenes figure in Iran, was killed in an IDF strike, leaving a major gap in the regime's leadership amid growing instability.

UN warns Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon may violate international law, displace civilians

Israel's strikes have killed at least 886 people in Lebanon and forced more than 1 million from their homes, according to Lebanese authorities.

How the IDF assassinated Iran’s ‘de-facto leader’ Ali Larijani

Iran's top security official was constantly moving to different secret locations throughout the last two weeks, sources said, taking precautions to avoid being located by Israel.

What is Basij? The Islamic Republic's 'iron fist' to suppress protesters - explainer

Basij, a key paramilitary militia under the IRGC, has a violent history of suppressing protests, enforcing morality laws, and committing human rights abuses, including torture and sexual abuse.

As Israel signals plan to widen war into Lebanon, Hezbollah tests limits - analysis

Iranian-backed groups chose to enter the war on the side of Iran on March 2. Since then, it has been subjected to airstrikes, and Israel has launched a, so far, limited ground operation into Lebanon.

After Larijani killing, Netanyahu sends Nowruz wishes of freedom and regime change to Iran

Netanyahu stated that Israel was undermining Iran's regime in order to allow the Iranian people to rise up and replace it, but cautioned that it would not be an easy process. 

Kuwait arrests 16-member Hezbollah terror cell, seizes weapons, drones, Morse code transmitters

Kuwaiti authorities arrested 14 Kuwaiti citizens and two Lebanese nationals belonging to a Hezbollah cell, seizing weapons, narcotics, and terror paraphernalia.

Pressure building on Houthis to act as group stays on sidelines amid Iran war, expert tells 'Post'

An expert on Yemen from the Open University and the Moshe Dayan Center at Tel Aviv University explained that the Houthis have a different relationship with Tehran than other proxies.

Archaeologists uncover traces of a lost medieval city deep in Polish forest

Researchers trace Stolzenberg’s origins to the 14th or 15th centuries on the historically disputed border between Pomerania and Neumark.

The Israel-Iran conflict: On the ground in Jerusalem

Join Ruth Marks Eglash and Calev Ben-David for the latest episode of The Jerusalem Dispatch.

Javier Bardem se pronuncia a favor de Palestina en los Óscar, mientras que se ignoró a los iraníes

Con una insignia a favor de Palestina, Bardem fue el único presentador que hizo referencia a la guerra en Gaza, que terminó en octubre.

FDI: Hemos destruido la base de Irán para atacar satélites y mantener la supremacía espacial

Según el oficial de la división de inteligencia de satélites clandestinos de las FDI, el objetivo del ataque era mantener la supremacía de Israel en el espacio.

Mohammed bin Salman insta a Trump a 'seguir golpeando a Irán fuerte' - informe

El Príncipe Heredero de Arabia Saudita, Mohammed bin Salman, ha estado aconsejando al Presidente de los Estados Unidos, Donald Trump, a "seguir golpeando a los iraníes con fuerza".

Un chico de 15 años toma un autobús urbano y maneja 150 km para llevar a su novia al colegio

El incidente comenzó temprano el viernes, cuando el autobús fue tomado de la empresa de transporte en Wiesbaden.

La máquina de guerra de Putin ayudó a Irán a mejorar los drones Shahed, Zelensky le dice al 'Post'

Israel tiene lo que necesitamos [contra Rusia], y nosotros tenemos lo que Israel necesita [contra Irán], dijo el presidente ucraniano Volodomyr Zelensky a The Jerusalem Post el lunes.

La revolución en espera de Irán: Por qué el punto de no retorno ya ha pasado - análisis

Mientras Israel y Estados Unidos presionan con su campaña aérea contra la República Islámica, las protestas, los apagones y las células durmientes apuntan en una dirección.

Un grupo israelí organizó en secreto vuelos chárter para evacuar a palestinos de Gaza

La organización, Ad Kan, una organización de derecha israelí fundada por Gilad Ach, un reservista de combate israelí y activista colonizador de Cisjordania, coordinó los vuelos de evacuación.

Las FDI han asesinado a Ali Larijani, en lo que supone el mayor asesinato desde el Khamenei

Las FDI también confirmaron que había asesinado al jefe de la milicia paramilitar Basij de la Guardia Revolucionaria Islámica, Gholamreza Soleimani, y a su subalterno, Seyyed Karishi.

Mojtaba Khamenei escapó de la muerte por segundos en el mismo ataque que mató a su padre

Según el informe, sufrió una lesión en la pierna, mientras que su esposa, Zahra Haddad-Adel, y su hijo murieron instantáneamente.

Los países mediterráneos afirman que el petrolero ruso a la deriva supone una amenaza inminente

Italia, Francia y otros siete países le dijeron a la Comisión Europea que un petrolero ruso de gas natural licuado a la deriva en el Mediterráneo representa una amenaza ecológica.

Gain weight and feel more stressed? Here is how to solve it

Cortisol, called "the stress hormone," isn’t the body’s enemy. What is its real role, how does prolonged stress affect it, and does morning coffee really spike it as claimed online?

Oren Nahari revealed he has ALS: This is the drug given in Israel as compassionate treatment

Veteran journalist Oren Nahari revealed he has ALS, a severe degenerative neurological disease. How many Israelis are diagnosed each year and what are the chances of a cure in the coming years?

Most people do it wrong: This is how you really stop severe bleeding

Bleeding from a major blood vessel is the No. 1 preventable cause of death in trauma. Today, a tourniquet is no longer just for soldiers – it is an essential tool in every first aid kit.

Should you drink another cup of coffee during the stressful hours between the sirens?

When anxiety and repeated awakenings to reach the protected spaces disrupt sleep. A cup of coffee at 18:00 may feel necessary, but – caffeine consumed even six hours before bedtime can impair sleep.

US judge blocks RFK Jr.’s vaccine policy overhaul, halts changes to child shot schedule

Murphy's ruling forced the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices to postpone a meeting set to begin on Wednesday, after he concluded it was not lawfully constituted.

IDF kills Hamas anti-tank corps commander in Gaza, terrorists throwing rocks in West Bank

Hamas terrorist Kamal Ayash was an anti-tank corps commander and was killed following an incident in which Ayash attempted to attack IDF troops.

KAN 11 to rerun 'Tehran' series at midnight every night

The series, which was produced by KAN and Apple TV+, won an International Emmy for Best Drama series and shows the Iranian regime getting its butt kicked by the heroic Mossad agent Tamar Rabinyan.

Israeli group quietly organized charter flights evacuating Palestinians from Gaza - report

The organization, Ad Kan, a right-wing Israeli organization founded by Gilad Ach, an Israeli combat reservist and West Bank settler activist, coordinated the flights via a company called Al-Majd.

Police, Border Patrol arrest two for online incitement against Israel, support for Iranian regime

Two suspects, a 22-year-old man and a 35-year-old man, were arrested after monitoring of their social media accounts revealed the suspects praising the Iranian regime’s attacks against Israel.

US formally defends Israel in International Court of Justice genocide case

The US said in a formal filing that the claim of genocide was “false” and part of a broader campaign “to delegitimize the State of Israel and the Jewish people and to justify or encourage terrorism."

WATCH: Cluster munitions target central Israel as shrapnel falls on Holon train station

According to Magen David Adom, no casualties or severe injuries have been reported. MDA paramedics were dispatched to treat individuals who were injured while making their way into protected areas.

Herzog welcomes Israelis home from wartime rescue flights at Ben-Gurion airport

Herzog drew a connection between Israelis returning home after the long wartime journey and the upcoming holiday of Passover, and the ancient Jewish exodus from Egypt. 

WATCH: IDF 91st Division chief addresses soldiers as limited ground ops. against Hezbollah begin

The military also published photographs of weapons and terror paraphernalia belonging to Hezbollah terror operatives seized by the 91st Division across southern Lebanon.

Twenty thousand Israelis still stranded abroad as Operation Roaring Lion develops

The only Israeli airline that can carry out the mission on a significant scale is El Al, which has the largest fleet of wide-body aircraft in Israel, including Dreamliners and Boeing 777s.

How much is the war costing?

The government estimates that defense forces have so far spent about NIS 20 billion in fifteen days. The assessment is that the cost of the entire war could reach NIS 50 billion

Israel’s defense budget rises to NIS 177 billion amid Iran war and northern front tensions

In a closed discussions with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, the defense establishment has increased its demands to NIS 177 billion, with the possibility that the war with Iran will take longer.

Dozens of Breslov Hasidim barricade themselves in Joseph’s Tomb in Nablus following break-in

Nablus is classified as Area A, under the security control of the Palestinian Authority.

IDF kills Iran's Ali Larijani, Basij commander in largest targeted strikes since Khamenei

Basij commander Gholamreza Soleimani and deputy also killed in IDF strikes, officials say 'majority of the Basij leadership was eliminated overnight' • Netanyahu: Larijani was 'boss' of regime

Police forced into shelter with two suspects arrested for antiquities theft amid sirens

The suspects excavation equipment has been seized, and the investigation is ongoing.

Space sample reveals all five building blocks of DNA, scientists say

The presence of the nucleobases in the samples reinforces the hypothesis that carbonaceous asteroids contributed to the prebiotic chemical inventory of the early Earth.

Western Wall Rabbi denounces missile fire near holy Jerusalem sites, prays for safety

The incident raised concern because the area contains some of the holiest sites in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, making any strike nearby especially sensitive for an international audience.

Forward unto dawn

In a war between good and evil, the only outcome anyone concerned with survival of humanity can wish for is the victory of good

Surf AI raises $57 million for AI platform built for security teams

Accel led the funding round, with participation from Cyberstarts and Boldstart Ventures, as the company said it is already working with global enterprises, including Fortune 500 firms.

British Airways suspends flights to Israel, Dubai, and Middle East until summer

Flights to Doha, Qatar, will be suspended until the end of April, while the Abu Dhabi route has been canceled until further notice this year.

Monkey rescued in Israel after illegal wildlife trafficking probe

Israeli authorities said the green guenon, identified as monkey No. 64 linked to a broader smuggling affair, was found in poor conditions and transferred for treatment.

Lebanese soldiers reportedly injured in Israeli strike on Hezbollah targets, IDF probing

The military stressed that its operations in southern Lebanon target the Hezbollah terrorist organization, not the Lebanese Armed Forces or civilians.

Blue-and-white in Brooklyn: Avdija, Saraf shine during historic night for Israeli hoops

Thousands of Israeli and Jewish fans packed the arena in Brooklyn, turning it into a sea of blue and white, as three Israelis shared the same NBA court for the very first time.

Study: Adults with ADHD experience “local sleep” while awake

Researchers report distinct brain activity patterns between adults with ADHD and neurotypical peers during inhibitory control tasks.

Education Ministry says students' grades will not be affected by absences during Iran war

Additionally, special education institutions in Jerusalem will resume operations on Wednesday after the Home Front Command approved the measure on Tuesday.

IDF: Hezbollah planning larger overnight attack with heavy rocket barrage

The IDF took the unusual measure of pre-warning the home front after the incident last Wednesday, in which the military had prior intelligence of such an attack, but did not issue an early warning.

Israel's Elbit Systems sees further growth from Iran war

The US and Israel launched air strikes on Iran on February 28. Iran has struck Israel, as well as Gulf neighbours, with drones and missiles.

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