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'Turn that inshallah into alhamdulillah': Democrat El-Sayed wins Michigan US Senate race

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF AND IDAN KWELLER — Wed, 04 Nov 2026 08:22:50 GMT

El-Sayed has stirred controversy throughout his campaign due to his stance on Israel, having accused the Jewish state of genocide over the war against Hamas in Gaza.

Israel politicians accuse Netanyahu of being 'danger to Israel,' harming ties with US Democrats

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Wed, 04 Nov 2026 13:48:51 GMT

Yair Lapid, who leads the Yesh Atid party, added that the midterm results have ruined any chance of forming a unity government with Netanyahu.

How does the US Democrat's 'blue wave' shockwave effect global diplomacy, markets? - analysis

BY REUTERS — Wed, 04 Nov 2026 15:59:04 GMT

For Israel, a Democrat-controlled House and Senate may intensify congressional scrutiny of Israel's military operations in Iran, Gaza, and Lebanon, while threatening long-standing US support.

Shoresh analysis: Israel risks wasting Arab citizens' potential by excluding parties from gov't

BY SARAH BEN-NUN — Wed, 04 Nov 2026 16:18:20 GMT

Ben-David argues that the political debate over Arab parties’ participation in government overlooks changes already taking place within Arab society.

What can Jews take away from the sweeping Democrat victory in the US midterm elections? - analysis

BY AMI EDEN/JTA — Wed, 04 Nov 2026 11:34:58 GMT

The sheer size and geographic scope of the Republican wipeout Tuesday makes it hard to read anything definitive into the results beyond a nationwide repudiation of US President Donald Trump.

Iran's strategic patience in negotiation with Trump pays off after US midterm election - analysis

BY YONAH JEREMY BOB — Wed, 04 Nov 2026 12:29:53 GMT

Israel must engage more with both Trump and Congressional Democrats, while being ready to act solo against Iran, in order to ensure its survival.

Council of Torah Sages meeting over Shas party chair Arye Deri's future in party postponed

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Wed, 04 Nov 2026 14:34:34 GMT

According to Kikar Hashabbat, the council holds the position that Deri "is not permitted to resign from the leadership of Shas."

IDF Spokesperson's Unit pushes back after former soldier joins Breaking the Silence

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Wed, 04 Nov 2026 10:31:24 GMT

IDF Spokesperson Brig.-Gen. Effie Defrin responded to the announcement with an urgent letter sent to unit commanders, saying that the soldier's remarks "do not reflect" the unit and those within it.

Democrats notch historic governor wins in Texas, Georgia, Ohio amid midterm surge

BY REUTERS — Wed, 04 Nov 2026 15:39:38 GMT

A total of three dozen governor races were on the ballot in the elections, with US President Donald Trump's unpopularity and the cost of living at the top of voters' minds, alongside local concerns.

US Democratic tsunami: Three major challenges facing Israel after Republican defeat - analysis

BY AMICHAI STEIN — Wed, 04 Nov 2026 09:04:30 GMT

Trump's Iran strategy, Democratic control of Congress, and the 2028 presidential race could reshape Israel's relationship with Washington for years to come.

To save the BBC, their institutional anti-Israel bias must be investigated - opinion

BY LEAH BENOZ — Wed, 04 Nov 2026 13:00:00 GMT

The concept of a broadcaster with no allegiance to either government, shareholders, advertisers, or any specific audience demographic, whose only purpose is the truth, is worth saving.

What literature can teach us about the climate crisis

BY ELLIOT HELLER AND IN COLLABORATION WITH BEN-GURION UNIVERSITY OF THE NEGEV — Thu, 29 Oct 2026 10:25:19 GMT

Prof. Itay Marienberg-Milikowsky of Ben-Gurion University argues that the books that matter most for the environment may not be about the environment at all

No. 1: Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump: Remembering who brought the hostages home

BY ZVIKA KLEIN — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 18:30:47 GMT

Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump helped achieve what few in Jerusalem thought possible, bringing every Israeli hostage home and reshaping the Middle East.

No. 3: Gadi Eisenkot: Israel’s next prime minister?

BY KESHET NEEV AND TAL SPUNGIN — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 18:30:27 GMT

The former IDF chief has emerged as the leading opposition challenger to Netanyahu, offering voters a path to a post-Netanyahu Israel.

No. 4: Naftali Bennett: The former PM seeking a comeback to ‘repair Israel’

BY KESHET NEEV — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 18:30:17 GMT

Since returning to politics, Bennett has shifted from his previous campaigns, taking a more liberal position while maintaining a strong right-wing stance on security.

No. 5: Ronald Lauder: Standing at the forefront of the fight against antisemitism

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 18:30:04 GMT

Lauder has never confined himself to quiet philanthropy - he continues to use his position to demand accountability from political leaders.

No. 2: Benjamin Netanyahu: Shaping Israel’s politics and global image for a generation

BY HERB KEINON — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 18:30:37 GMT

Netanyahu has become more than Israel’s prime minister for many. Abroad, for instance, he has become Israel’s symbol and the lightning rod for much of the hatred directed against the Jewish state.

Trump: Netanyahu agreed to end $4 billion in US aid to Israel by end of 2026

BY IDAN KWELLER — Tue, 03 Nov 2026 15:32:41 GMT

Israeli defense sources expressed surprise as Trump's claim raises questions about how the two countries would end an aid arrangement that is formally set to run through 2028.

What does Trump's earthquake announcement of ending aid to Israel mean? - analysis

BY YONAH JEREMY BOB — Tue, 03 Nov 2026 21:11:47 GMT

Top officials from Israel's defense establishment, the Foreign Ministry, and the Finance Ministry all fell out of their seats when Trump suddenly announced the end of decades of US military support.

Trump's military aid bombshell exposes Netanyahu's greatest failure - opinion

BY BEN CASPIT — Wed, 04 Nov 2026 10:25:26 GMT

Trump's threat to end US military aid exposes a deeper crisis in Israel's alliance with America, one Netanyahu has helped create, the author argues.

Herzog's global Jewish council celebrates completion of its inaugural term

BY GABRIEL COLODRO/THE MEDIA LINE — Wed, 04 Nov 2026 15:43:33 GMT

Voice of the People ended its first council term in Budapest with more than 20 projects taking shape and nearly 2,500 applications for a second cohort.

Zini appears to backtrack request to interrogate Arab MKs in election's foreign interference probe

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Wed, 04 Nov 2026 12:19:16 GMT

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir called on Zini to act immediately arrest and interrogate Arab party leaders, even without permission from the A-G.

Why is the Islamic Republic banning the Lion and Sun emblem amid anti-regime protests? - analysis

BY ALEX WINSTON — Wed, 04 Nov 2026 13:21:24 GMT

Nearly 47 years after Iran's Islamic Revolution, authorities are cracking down on jewelry bearing the Lion and Sun, a symbol of growing opposition.

Trump congratulates Democrats on midterm success, blames GOP candidates for poor performance

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Wed, 04 Nov 2026 07:38:24 GMT

"I was a little bit surprised," Trump reflected to Fox News about the election results. "I thought that I could transfer those people into candidates."

Khamenei warns Iran response to any renewed aggression will be 'on a much greater scale'

BY REUTERS — Wed, 04 Nov 2026 13:14:24 GMT

Khamenei called for Iran to have "the absolute deterrence" in a message marking "Day of Fighting Global Arrogance," adding that “The US sees the end of its hegemony as distant; we see it as near.”

Don't exempt us from the Israeli army – include us - opinion

BY DAVID PAGE — Wed, 04 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Build an army where Torah fits, and watch who shows up.