The Jerusalem Post Archive

3 September 2017
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From the other side - with Noma Bar

Seeing beyond the barriers and shapes, encouraging viewers to perceive space in the most unexpected places – that’s Noma Bar.

Israel Makov opens a window into six decades of collecting and championing Israeli art

A new book opens a window into Israel Makov's collection of nearly 400 works, tracing six decades of passion for Israeli art and support for artists before they gain recognition.

Shabtai Zvi exhibition explores the false Messiah who mesmerized Jews across the world

A Jerusalem exhibition marking 400 years since Shabtai Zvi's birth explores how the false messiah captivated much of the Jewish world and why his legacy continues to fascinate.

Greece to sign $3.6b. Israeli air defense deal, creating 'Achilles Shield' against Turkey and Iran

The agreement, which has been under discussion for three years, will provide Athens with a multilayered air defense system against potential threats from Turkey and Iran.

IDF general warns talks with Hamas, Hezbollah lack a clear strategy for victory - interview

"I don't know if we're being played or if a false reality is being manufactured... but in this false narrative, we're pretending to run a process that will ultimately disarm Hamas."

UN says Special Rapporteurs are independent, not ‘out of control’ after Guterres interview

Guterres was referring to the process of the work Special Rapporteurs do, not the content or the output of that work, Dujarric claimed.

Israel raids homes of terrorists’ families, seizes hundreds of thousands in PA funds

Police raided several homes, including that of Muhammad Abd al-Rahman Abad, who was involved in an attempted suicide attack in Jerusalem in 2002.

Five killed, several injured in various deadly car crashes across Israel over weekend

Among the injured are a 60-year-old man in serious condition with a head injury and 5 additional injured people in minor condition. 

InterContinental David Tel Aviv hotel reveals new Premium Terrace Rooms following renovation

The rooms feature 28-30 sq.m. of interior space, plus expansive 12 sq.m. private terraces overlooking the Mediterranean Sea and the Tel Aviv skyline.

Hundreds of haredim arrive at Tel Hashomer to enlist in IDF as anti-draft protesters gather

“The young men who walked through those gates this morning show you can be fully committed to Torah study and still defend this country on the front line," said Lt.-Col. (res) Yossi Levi.

'Our hostages did not have shampoo': Ben-Gvir taunts prisoners complaining about harsh conditions

A statement from Ben-Gvir’s office claimed that the prisoners were female Islamic Jihad terrorists.

Two Israeli teens charged with spying, carrying out tasks for Iran

The two minors, 14 and 16 years old, had been recruited through Telegram in June, the police stated.

Led by Blakeney, Hapoel Tel Aviv blows out Balkan 101–76

The Reds opened their preseason campaign in Sofia with a dominant victory over the Bulgarian EuroCup squad, propelled by double-digit efforts from Blakeney, Micic, and LeDay.

Extremist Israeli settlers attack NBC News team interviewing Palestinian in West Bank

According to NBC, three members of its team had been interviewing 51-year-old Aida Ahmed Abdullah, who claimed that she and her family had been driven out of their home by settlers.

RSF officials accused of atrocities met with Israeli officials during Sudan civil war - report

Africa Intelligence reported that members of RSF met with officials from the Africa Division of Israel's Foreign Ministry and with Israeli intelligence personnel.

Seven arrested in Jerusalem on suspicion of spitting at Armenian church, vandalizing Muslim graves

Over the course of the weekend, the police stated, four people were arrested on suspicion that they had spat at the Armenian Cathedral of St. James in Jerusalem's Old City.

Military police enter Bnei Brak as riot begins near study hall

According to initial reports, an unspecified commotion is developing in the area.

‘We are behind you’: Shachpatz App offers IDF veterans rapid legal help abroad for emergencies

Shachpatz brings official alerts, travel advice, and emergency contacts together, with 600 lawyers in 17 countries available to provide initial assistance, according to Shurat HaDin.

MQG demands gov't open criminal probe into Shas spiritual leader after attack on attorney-general

According to videos shared on social media, Yosef said that Miara was "crazy," and threatened that "God will curse her."

IDF, Israel Police trade blame as West Bank settler violence ramps up: 'Where was the military?'

Settlers arrived at the Palestinian villages of Kusra and Jalud on Saturday afternoon, barricading themselves inside a Palestinian home and hurling stones at locals.

Sniper bullet nearly hit him, now he commands battalion built after Oct. 7 failures - interview

Lt.-Col. (res.) Eli Zilberman describes the establishment of the Tzuri Battalion, its operations in the Benjamin Brigade sector, and the lessons learned from the October 7 attack.

IDF: Israel’s Apache deal not off, but at risk as NIS 15 billion delay drags on

Yet another deadline was missed last Thursday, but some of the leaks in Hebrew media seem to be exaggerating the consequences of the blown deadlines.

Israelis rate education system 4 out of 10 as school year opens, new research warns

The current system was described as highly centralized and bureaucratic, arguing that schools and principals lack sufficient authority to respond to the needs of their students and communities.

Students encouraged to bring red balloons to first day of school for missing child Haymanot Kasau

"The first day of school is always exciting," Haymanot's father Tesfaye Kasau said. "It's a happy day. For us, it's another hard day."

Holocaust novel Delicate finds its American audience after years of rejections from publishers

Inspired by Holocaust testimonies, Delicate is narrated by a survivor whose memories are too tangled for the reader to understand what is true.

CBC allows reporters to describe 9/11 attacks as terrorism without attribution after backlash

As previously reported by The Jerusalem Post on Thursday, the CBC circulated a memo last week to reporters and editors instructing them not to refer to the attacks as “terrorist attacks.”

US calls on international governments to protect Jewish communities ahead of High Holy Days

In recent days, the State Department sent instructions to US diplomatic missions around the world to contact local governments and request that they increase security around synagogues.

Christian Lawmakers ask President Trump to grant Jewish Canadians refuge from antisemitism

A letter from Christian lawmakers in America said more than 2,000 Jewish Canadians have expressed interest in moving because of safety concerns.

How Jewish immigrants invented American childhood through classic toys, comics, and media

Virtually every major American toy company at the turn of the 20th century, with a few exceptions, had been founded by first-generation Jews, who invented the material culture of American childhood.

CAM weekly antisemitism report – CAM identifies death threats against Jewish influencers

Three death threats directed at Jewish influencers were tracked

Personality trait of openness linked to lower antisemitic attitude, more Jewish contact study finds

Openness was assessed using 10 items from the Big Five Inventory, while antisemitic attitudes were measured using an 11-item scale developed by the Anti-Defamation League (ADL).

'Ballsack Zionist': Jewish politician Lander insulted while protesting NYC Hindu nationalist event

"You look like a scrotum, you filthy ballsack!" one protester shouted at Democratic Congressional candidate Brad Lander at Madison Square Garden, adding. "F*** you, ballsack Zionist!"

NHS doctor denies posting social media support for Hamas in London court

She also denied one count of stirring up racial hatred in written material and a further count of using words that were threatening or abusive.

Canada blocks Austrian far-right extremist Martin Sellner after B'nai Brith probe

According to B’nai Brith, Sellner is an Austrian-born far-right propagandist “who was convicted in his youth for defacing a synagogue.”

The Durban Conference 25 years later: A blueprint for anti-Israel demonization - interview

The conference has become synonymous with discrimination of the anti-Zionist kind, and is considered by many the birthplace of modern anti-Israel rhetoric.

Vance, Rubio, or Hegseth? Trump's inner circle quietly prepares for fierce US 2028 race - analysis

Trump, who completely remade the GOP in his image, may discover that choosing who inherits it is more difficult than choosing who serves beneath him

Eilat booms, Jerusalem lags: Here is how hotel occupancy looked in Israel

Despite the overall decline, Eilat led hotel occupancy at 88% in July. Tel Aviv saw 51%, Haifa 44%, and Jerusalem 34%. How has 2026 looked so far?

Checking in and getting your room key from a hologram: Astral Hotels’ new innovation

Astral Hotels debuts a check-in kiosk with an AI holographic avatar at Eilat’s Queen of Sheba Hotel, with plans to expand across the chain.

The surprising numbers behind Israelis' summer vacation habits

The Summer 2026 MAX Index reveals: A quarter of Israelis book flights last-minute, families are returning abroad, and young adults prefer Asia.

A world of Jewish flavors for Rosh Hashanah

From global traditions to digital kitchens: How worldly flavors and creative recipes are redefining the modern Rosh Hashanah table.

Abdul El-Sayed apologizes to Jewish Democrats over past Temple Israel attack comments

On Saturday, El-Sayed insisted that his push for “context” to the attack was broadly appropriate, but not at that moment, explaining that such “conversations” could happen "in the fullness of time."

Israelis still believe in unity - now they need to elect leaders who do, too - opinion

Israel must build trust among its citizens, renew its partnership with world Jewry and explain its purpose to the world with confidence, professionalism and moral clarity.

From feeling at home in Canada to making aliyah - opinion

Growing antisemitism and declining trust in institutions are leaving many Jewish Canadians questioning where they belong.

Israel can - and should - save assimilated Jews - opinion

Israel must embrace every Jew, including the unaffiliated and intermarried, to help ensure the future of world Jewry.

Israelis can flee Israel, but they cannot escape their Jewish destiny - opinion

The disappearance of Mali and Liel Yahalomi prompts a broader reflection on why Israelis dream of escaping abroad and why the pull of home may ultimately bring them back.

Meet the Jewish-Arab initiatives caring for Palestinian kids – opinion

Few realize that Israeli volunteers are currently filling up backpacks with all sorts of goodies for West Bank and Gaza children ahead of the school year

Israel must give Ethiopian Israelis a real seat at the table - starting at the UN - opinion

Imagine an African American Israeli representing the Jewish state at the UN. Wouldn’t that send a powerful, compelling message for all to see?

Ofer Winter is offering Israel a fresh political slate - but not a new leader - editorial

Winter had declared that his party would only recommend Netanyahu as prime minister after the election, but must now explain how that position aligns with the party's platform of political renewal.

One year of dialogue could change the future for Israelis, Palestinians - opinion

Let us give dialogue a chance, even if it takes a full year. A year spent searching for peace will not be wasted; it may be the most important year in the history of our peoples.

Here is how to get your child back to regular sleep hours starting now

Dr. Shani Idan Reuven from Maccabi explains why it is advisable to start returning children to their regular school-year sleep schedules right now, and what to do with screens at night.

Archaeologists find Ramesses II inscription in Sinai pointing to Egypt’s lost city of Mesn

Alongside the lintel, archaeologists unearthed the remains of a temple believed to have been destroyed by the Romans during the legion’s quarrying efforts.

Egypt unearths Mamluk-era pilgrim’s inn belonging to lost city along historic Sinai trade route

The discovery at Asila opens a window into the trade network connected Egypt with the Arabian Peninsula, said Egyptian Minister of Tourism and Antiquities Sherif Fathy.

US sanctions are hurting Iran, but economic collapse alone may not topple regime, expert says

Tel Aviv University researcher Prof. Uzi Rabi said US pressure is weakening Iran’s economy but warned that sanctions do not guarantee the regime’s downfall.

California legislature votes to ban child marriage and empower forced marriage victims

The two bills are yet to be signed into law, as they await Governor Gavin Newsom's signature. If confirmed, the legislation will take effect on January 1, 2027.

Battalion commander talks of lessons learned in War as ME officials meet for Mecca defense summit

Israeli teens charged with spying for Iran • IDF kills Hamas terrorist in Deir al-Balah • Security forces raid weapon smuggling operation

Venezuela's Rodriguez hails 25-year US energy pact to boost oil output, defend sovereignty

Rodriguez hailed the accord in a late-night address as a "historic" deal that would help revive the economy and boost government revenue, saying it would help shape the country's future.

Needle-toting cockroaches could be deployed by search-and-rescue teams for lifesaving injections

Scientists from the universities of Queensland and New South Wales have developed paramedic cyborg cockroaches, dubbed "paraborgs," equipped with miniature injection devices and cameras.

Hundreds of foreign nationals still missing in Tibet after devastating Himalayan mudslide

Officials said that the highest number of missing foreigners was from Nepal at 104, while 49 Indian, 33 Latvian, 18 American, and 15 British citizens were also unaccounted for.

Lionel Messi wins Major League Soccer match for Inter Miami with four goals in career first

Messi broke a 1-1 tie shortly before halftime, added a second goal in the 52nd minute, a third in the 83rd minute, and a fourth on a free kick in the sixth minute of second-half stoppage time.

At least one killed after shots fired at Swiss nightclub as police keep searching for attackers

According to Italy’s Foreign Ministry, the one victim who was killed in the shooting was an Italian citizen.

The war with Iran will not be won through airstrikes, so what's left? - opinion

Congressional recognition of minority independence; debt relief for indebted young Americans; and a Beijing deal on Iranian oil are the three options that haven’t been publicly discussed

Khamenei, who hasn't been seen in months, calls for 'unity among Muslims' in post to Gulf States

Khamenei's message, issued to mark the birth anniversary of Prophet Muhammad, urged the rulers of the Gulf States to "identify their real enemy and understand the plans to confront it."

IRGC claims to have thwarted Israeli, US-linked 'terror cell' in southeastern Iran

According to the IRGC statement, one member of the cell was killed and six other suspects, including members and supporters of the group, were arrested.

Iceland rejects EU membership plan in referendum, after almost all votes were counted

Some 47.5% of voters supported the government's proposal while 52.5% said no, according to local broadcaster RUV's estimates. Final results are expected later on Sunday.

Bennett, Eisenkot draw the battle lines in race to lead Israel’s next coalition - analysis

Bennett is offering soft-right voters an alternative to Netanyahu, while Eisenkot is seeking to hold the political center while persuading right-wing voters that he is not dependent on the Left.

Castelion raises $1 billion to accelerate US hypersonic weapons production

The raise demonstrates that Washington is accelerating investment in industrial capacity for high‑speed precision weapons amid intensifying global tensions.

Gaza's catch-22: Trump's peace plan caught between Hamas disarmament, Israeli withdrawal - analysis

With Israeli elections making it impossible for officials to offer a solution on Gaza, the US will need to act in order to change the situation and take Hamas out.

Syria’s credit card comeback, Damascus International Fair mark return to global economy

Syria can now process credit card payments again, symbolizing Syria's re-entry into the international system after years of isolation.

Iran targets alleged cell as Supreme Leader issues message after not being seen in months

The Jerusalem Post's must-listen news roundup with Gadi Zaig - the top stories, clear and concise.

Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Pakistan to hold first meeting under new defense pact in Istanbul

Senior officials from the three countries will discuss joint military cooperation, defense production, and coordination mechanisms in the first talks since the Mecca Agreement was signed.

Seven die, many more missing after ferry capsizes off North Cyprus

Those rescued from the vessel were taken to Kyrenia port for transfer to hospitals, according to Turkish Cypriot Transport Minister Erhan Arikli.

Dahlan’s Fatah Democratic Reform faction seeks to end Palestinian infighting - exclusive

A letter seen by The Jerusalem Post shows Fatah's reformist factions, led by Mohammed Dahlan, aiming to unify with Hamas.

Wanted: Leaders for Israel’s next generation - opinion

The country is hiring. And whoever applies should know that a generation with every reason to be tired has decided to keep demanding anyway.

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Who is Leila Abolhasani? The mother sentenced to death after Iran’s January protests

Abolhasani, a 43-year-old beautician and mother of two teenage girls, was sentenced to death for “enmity against God” after authorities accused her of helping set fire to a supermarket.

‘Healing through restoration’: How Israel’s hidden dig site builds community out of archaeology

“Our job is to tell the story of these people, because we are here and we can learn a lot from them," Dagan told The Jerusalem Post.

WATCH: Likud compares anti-Netanyahu campaigners to school bullies in new election video

The campaign video's release comes following a KAN News report on Wednesday that Netanyahu is struggling to win back the seats his party lost in recent polls.

Trump says NBC's Welker to be reported to FCC over characterization of his endorsement record

Trump said NBC's Kristen Welker will be reported to the FCC for "rebuke or punishment" in a Sunday Truth Social post.

Nepal begins mass burials of unidentified flood victims as families seek missing

About 780 people have been killed, and more than 3,000 are reported missing after a flash flood triggered by a glacial collapse swept through valleys along Nepal's border with China.

UAE investment push incentivizes Lebanon to break from Iran, Hezbollah, analyst tells 'Post'

The countries signed the intergovernmental memorandum of understanding on Thursday, following the opening of the Lebanon-UAE Economic Forum on Wednesday.

Chinese fighter jet based on Israeli design sold to Muslim-majority Uzbekistan

The Chinese J-10 is cheaper than the American F-16 and is marketed to countries that don't want to buy US-made fighter jets.

Google Maps will show 'Lake America' for US users, 'Lake Ontario' for Canadian users

Trump announced on Thursday that he was changing the name of the smallest of the five Great Lakes, as part of an escalating trade feud with Canada.

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