Opinion

End ‘occupation’

The term “occupation” simply does not do justice to Israel’s role on the West Bank.

Open letter to Natalie Portman from an Israeli progressive

We are a family, indeed and you’ve made a mistake.

The ‘March of Return’: Hamas’ dirty war against Israel

Black swan

“I was sad to hear that Portman fell like a ripe fruit into the hands of BDS supporters,” Culture and Sports Minister Miri Regev said.

Plane talk

These days, when lechery seems so ubiquitous, one might even try to appreciate a moral stance that aims for a somewhat ascetic opposite.

How a Jewish country should not deal with asylum seekers

The government's policy towards Sudanese and Eritrean asylum seekers fails to live up to Israel's moral standards.

With God's help, Israel is the savior and protector of the people of Israel

It has been proven that the State of Israel, with God’s help, is the savior and protector of the people of Israel, and this is indeed the safest and best place to live as a Torah observant Jew.

The U.S. Holocaust Museum vs. Elie Wiesel

It’s all too easy to make excuses for why governments fail to act against genocide.

Grapevine: An original flag

In honor of Israel's 70th Independence Day, an Israeli flag created by Rebecca Affachiner, who was often called “the Betsy Ross of Israel,” headed to the Ben-Gurion Archives.

April 22, 2018: The perfect diplomats

Our readers weigh in.

British Jews, Jews in Britain must join together against Corbyn, his supporters

Without joining together, antisemitism is set to rise even further.

Trump's decision on Jerusalem has not led to an increase in violence

Were President Trump’s decision so inflammatory, why the need for a new campaign theme to mobilize Palestinians to violence?

Column One: Time to cut JVP down to size

JVP is punching above its weight because the Jewish communal leadership is punching beneath its weight. It is time to correct this imbalance.

Israel at 70: Time to be proud

This Independence Day is an opportunity to take pride in the amazing state and beacon of light established and fostered in this historic land.

Grapevine: Kudos for Netanyahu

Even more prestigious than the Yakir Award is Keren Hayesod’s Isaiah Award, the highest of the organization’s accolades, given in the name of the Jewish people and the people of Israel.

My Word: A word in time

How the development of Hebrew mirrors Israel's history.

Time for unity

Let us hope that our leaders begin dealing with the root of our problems soon so that we’ll be around to celebrate many more Independence Days here in Israel.

Know Comment: 70 years of strategic success

A strict strategic assessment leads to the conclusion that Israel at 70 has the upper hand.

Israel at 70: What’s next?

As Israel turns 70, we must focus on not taking one of the most basic elements of Israeli life for granted.

As we celebrate Independence Day... how is Israel Jewish?

What is the Jewish essence of the state in the spirit of Israel’s Declaration of Independence?

A dishonorable burial of the constitutional regime

If the Knesset is prepared to overrule these fundamental laws by means of the bare majority required to form a government, the constitutional regime in Israel will undergo a dishonorable burial.

What makes Iron Dome so important to Israelis?

Every shekel invested in projects such as the Iron Dome air defense system helps to solidify the basic commitment of the state toward its citizens.

Israel at 70: One nation, one heart

Regardless of where we stand, what we do, how we believe, and with whom we associate, Israel is the home of all Jews everywhere.

From Truman to Trump

U.S. support for Israel, which began with Truman and continues to this day with President Donald Trump, has been critical to Israel's success.

April 20, 2018: IDF's Morality

Our readers have their say.