Likud election candidate Bonzel says he wishes former hostage were 'returned to Hamas,' apologizes

New Likud candidate Itzik Bonzel attends an event presenting the party’s new candidates ahead of the upcoming general elections, in Jerusalem, September 8, 2026
Yocheved Lifhitz during a Channel 13 interview, saying "They didn't return a single hostage."
Gaza hostage survivor Yocheved Lifshitz.

Tensions across Middle East rising as US-Iran talks set to resume, Houthi-Saudi conflict continues

Live Updates

Dutch ban on West Bank, Golan imports 'outrageous, offensive,' Foreign Min. official tells 'Post'

INTERVIEW
Foreign Ministry Political Director Gilad Cohen.
Muslim preacher Abu Ahmad at the Al Bayyinah Islamic Centre in Springvale.

Australian Muslim preacher calls to take up arms against enemies including Jews, Christians

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks at the United Nations in New York City, September 24, 2026.

Iran center of Netanyahu, MBZ talks during PM's brief six-hour visit to UAE

US, Iran expected to hold separate talks with mediators on Monday, Tuesday, official says

Palestinians hurl rocks at Israeli security forces during clashes in the West Bank town of Hebron October 16, 2000.

On this day: Second Intifada triggered following Ariel Sharon's visit to Temple Mount

Assaf Levitin (right) with Amnon Seelig (left).

Cantor brings Jewish music lost in Kristallnacht back to Germany

INTERVIEW
Iranian Kurdish fighters from the Kurdistan Freedom Party (PAK) take part in a training session at a base on the outskirts of Erbil, Iraq February 12, 2026.

As US withdraws from Iraq, Kurdish region is left exposed to Iran's threats

ANALYSIS
Demonstrators lift flags of Palestine and placards during a march calling for an end to war in the Gaza Strip and protesting the normalization of relations between Morocco and Israel, on Mohammed V avenue in Rabat on October 5, 2025; illustrative.

Morocco-Israel ties deepen as protesters demand ‘no ambassador, no embassy’

Travelers wait in a departure hall at the Netherlands's Schiphol airport, a day after a strike by KLM luggage handlers caused many flights to be canceled, near Amsterdam, April 24, 2022

Israelis warned of 'lengthy, invasive' luggage checks in Netherlands over West Bank goods ban

Students display banners as they occupy the socio-cultural sciences faculty building of Maastricht University (UM) in support of Palestinian people, in Maastricht on May 22, 2024.

Dutch university suspends Palestinian student who claimed he took part in October 7 massacre

Eight Jewish educators named winners of global Jewish teachers award

Jewish children gather around a teacher for an engaging Jewish educational event in a Synagogue

'I'm responsible for hell': Ben-Gvir threatens Hamas terrorist behind 1996 bus bombings

Itamar Ben-Gvir speaks to imprisoned Hamas terrorist Hassan Salameh.

Jewish settler extremists torch vehicles, vandalize Palestinian property in West Bank villages

POLL

Eisenkot's Yashar leads as Netanyahu, opposition blocs tied at 52 seats each

General election in Israel

Teenager wounded in Holon after explosive device detonates, police launch investigation

Police in Holon at the scene where an explosive went off, wounding a teenager, September 28, 2026.

Ex-Mossad diplomacy official says he was unaware of Egypt, UAE warning Netanyahu before Oct. 7

A US Air Force B-1 Lancer bomber is pictured on the tarmac at RAF Fairford base in Fairford, south-west England on September 27, 2026, as UK counter-terrorism police investigate an incident near the base in the village of Whelford.

Iran suspected in bomb plot against RAF base used by US Air Force, UK police investigating

REPORT
Members of the national board of J Street U, the liberal Zionist group's campus wing, speak at their 2026 convention in Washington, D.C.

Jewish establishment heavy hitters are joining J Street in sign of changing times

South Korean Marines walk across a training area during a Combined Joint Logistics Over-the-Shore (CJLOTS) and Combat Service Support Area (CSSA) operations as part of a joint field training exercise conducted by South Korea-US Combined Forces Command in Pohang on July 15, 2026.

South Korean military: 'Highly likely' North Korean mine injured soldiers in DMZ

GOLAZIN ARDESTANI attends the Haifa festival this week.

Iranian singer Gola brings message of hope to Haifa International Film Festival

CBC disciplined Jewish journalist who filmed anti-Israel protest during Yom Kippur

A sign is seen at the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation building in Toronto, March 25, 2009.

Berlin’s far-left victory is a warning not only to Berlin’s Jews but to Germany and the world

OPINION

B’nai Brith Canada calls for armed security to be present at all Jewish institutions

A police officer looks toward the scene of an antisemitic shooting attack (near the tall building at L) in Montreal on June 22, 2026, which left three people dead; Illustrative.

Israeli passengers stopped, searched at Dutch airport as West Bank import crackdown begins

Snowfall causes disruptions to air, rail and road traffic in the Netherlands Tuesday, 6th January 2026
REPORT

BBC reviewing inclusion of 53 terrorists on list of journalists killed in Gaza during war

The Iraq-Syria border is becoming the Middle East's most important new energy corridor

ANALYSIS
A general view shows the Awad oil field in the eastern Qamishli countryside in northeastern Syria, on February 9, 2026; Illustrative.

Netanyahu flies to Abu Dhabi for meeting with UAE's Mohammed bin Zayed, source tells 'Post'

ANALYSIS

Turkey's maritime corridor in Libya threatens Israel's Mediterranean shipping

 In this handout photo provided by Houthi Media Center, people inspect Al-Dalil Bridge following an aerial attack carried out by a Saudi war jet targeted it on September 26, 2026 in Ibb province, Yemen.

Yemen's Houthis threaten to strike Saudi bridges in retaliation for airstrikes

REPORT
European Commission Vice President Kaja Kallas speaks during a news conference ahead of the United Nations General Assembly in New York, on September 21, 2026.

EU's Kallas pushes to reinforce Operation Aspides in the Red Sea amid Houthis attacks

AI could 'kill billions' if used by bad actors, Bill Gates warns

WATCH
Bill Gates attends the 56th annual World Economic Forum (WEF) meeting in Davos, Switzerland, January 21, 2026.

Air India set to resume near-daily flights between Tel Aviv, Delhi starting December

ANALYSIS

Trump-Xi meeting outside UNGA spotlight tests world body's clout

President of China Xi Jinping (2nd-L) and first lady of China Peng Liyuan (L) greet US President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump (R) during an arrival ceremony at the White House on September 24, 2026 in Washington, DC.
INTERVIEW

'Stop treating them like infants': Einat Wilf's plan to disarm Hamas in next government

Einat Wilf sits for an interview with The Jerusalem Post
OPINION

Two states is not enough: Palestinians need sovereignty, Israelis need security

ByNABIL KUKALI

Up Periscope! A deep dive inside Israel’s newest 'Drakon' submarine at sea

FEATURE
Soldiers stand aboard the INS Drakon in images released on September 24, 2026.

Who writes the code of the new world?

OPINION

Former Ukrainian defense minister unveils 'Army of Robots' to accelerate autonomous warfare

IDF Military Drone Unit train with their drones near the Syrian border, northern Golan Heights, June 26, 2025.

IDF extends suspension of 'Atalef' loitering munition drones after two reservists killed

  Iron Beam, Iron Beam M, and Lite Beam

How is drone warfare changing rapidly? An IDF interceptor explains what's next

WATCH

Irish soccer team wears black armbands, refuse to shake Israeli players' hands during match

Republic of Ireland's Ryan Manning with teammates during the warm up before the match.

Irish player of Israeli descent could retire from international soccer after match against Israel

REPORT

Ireland defeats Israel 3-0 amid pre-game controversy, plenty of pressure

ISRAEL FANS at Nagyerdei Stadion, Debrecen, Hungary, wave flags after the match of the blue-and-white 3-0 loss to Ireland in Nations League action.
REPORT

UK home secretary to restart resettlement program prioritizing Palestinian refugees

British Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood speaks in the House of Commons, London, January 14, 2026; illustrative.

US agrees to continue physical dollar cash shipments, Iraqi government says

 An American $100 dollar bill.

Living the perfect balance at Palace Assisted Living Modi'in

“All the benefits of assisted living, alongside a complete solution for the needs of a religious person.”

Targeting terror, defending its victims: Shurat HaDin’s legal offensive

NITSANA DARSHAN-LEITNER, founder-president of the Shurat HaDin Law Center.

Jerusalem: One city, many voices

SUSIE OZSINAY ARANYA, International Communications and Foreign Media Spokesperson for the Jerusalem Municipality

Israir awaits final approval for Tokyo, Miami flights, adds new European destinations for 2027

Israir Airlines Airbus A330.

Israir expands Morocco service with two weekly Marrakesh flights, plans Casablanca route

Ben-Gurion Airport parking lots full as holiday travel surge leaves passengers seeking alternatives

Lines at the Ben-Gurion airport.

Iran-linked social media accounts posing as Israelis to target election, investigation reveals

A Likud campaign poster featuring Prime Minister and Likud party chairman Benjamin Netanyahu bears the words "We Will Not Surrender," displayed on a building in Tel Aviv, September 24, 2026.

Israel Electric Corporation develops local 3D‑printing capabilities for critical parts

Insurance companies working to rescue Israelis trapped in Nepal following massive flooding

A couple stands along a river in the aftermath of the August 26 flash flood at Betrawoti Bazaar in Nepal's Nuwakot district on September 26, 2026.

Flooding, power outages, over 400 canceled flights across US Northeast due to nor'easter storm

Bangkok declares city-wide disaster as third day of monsoon rain floods streets

Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu and his students hold the Four Species as they attend a morning prayer during the Jewish holiday of Sukkot, in Katzrin, northern Israel, on October 12, 2025.

Gov't warns against bringing Four Species into Israel without authorization ahead of Sukkot

A member of the ECU-11 Guayaquil Fire Department from Ecuador takes part in rescue efforts inside a building that collapsed from the ground floor to the fifth floor, following major earthquakes, in La Guaira, Venezuela, June 29, 2026.

Foreign Ministry urges Israeli travelers in Ecuador to exercise caution amid El Niño red alert

The case for Israel to subsidize menstrual products

OPINION
An illustrative image of menstrual care products

Nine-year-old dies after contracting brain-eating amoeba after swimming in Kinneret

STUDY

Israeli scientists help solve genetic mystery linking hearing loss and gray hair

STUDY

Using babies, Israeli study reveals why AI fails to truly understand animal calls

FEATURE

'I had not truly come home': Israeli psychologist turns battlefield trauma into art

Putting conversation first: Jerusalem ulpan founder reflects on 18 years of teaching Hebrew to olim

FEATURE
ULPAN LA-INYAN instructor Moshe Shmuel teaches basic Hebrew; teacher, trainer & educational program developer Tali Itzhakov (below) works with a student.

‘It’s time to go home’: After 57 years in America, a Holocaust survivor comes home to Israel

FRONTLINES
INTERVIEW

From Australian judge to Israeli tour guide: David Parry's aliyah journey

JUDGE-TURNED-TOUR GUIDE: David Parry.

Israel preparing for new wave of Jewish immigration, Aliyah Ministry director-general says

Around 150 new olim arrive at Tel Aviv's Ben-Gurion Airport on August 27, 2026.
FEATURE

Moving stories, worrying numbers: Behind the wave of immigration from North America

Family making aliyah to Israel, September 14, 2026.

‘New Talpiot’: A global community in one of Jerusalem’s most sought-after locations

The New Talpiot project.

In the middle of the triangle

WATCH

Selichot above Jerusalem: An evening of music, reflection and connection

Israel Canada invites you to experience life at MIDTOWN JERUSALEM. A prestigious complex that combines residential living, retail, leisure, and a prime location.Renderings are provided for illustration purposes only.

Midtown Jerusalem by Israel Canada: A premier living, retail & leisure hub

The Crown in Mekor Chaim 55.

Make your Jerusalem aliyah dream come true! The Crown in Mekor Chaim 55

All JPost Conferences   

The Jerusalem Post Diplomatic Conference returns to Jerusalem

Diplomatic Conference

Heading ‘Down Under’: The Jerusalem Post announces Sydney Summit

Sydney, Australia Summit

Past Event - Building tomorrow, today: Jerusalem Post Washington Conference heads to Capitol Hill

Jerusalem Post Washington Conference

Conference   

Israel’s First Lady, Michal Herzog

Michal Herzog: Women must 'use their voice' to shape Israel’s future

'Without human insight, innovation is useless'

Mekorot’s Shira Singer on the future of water infrastructure

MDA Heroes   

 Michaela Berku: "Doing good is the best therapy."

Michaela Berku on volunteering, MDA, and saving lives through service

MDA Women's Circle launches new year with "Adopt a Paramedic" initiative

'I’ll keep showing up': MDA paramedic who saved dozens on Oct 7 recounts 600 days

Podcasts   

Yisrael Beytenu leader and MK Avigdor Liberman holds a press conference in Tel Aviv, May 6, 2026

Israeli election race deadlocked, Liberman says Palestinian elections could repeat Hamas victory

Yair Golan wants Arab representation in next gov't as Knesset polls show wide disparities

How is drone warfare changing rapidly? An IDF interceptor explains what's next

US Politics   

US President Donald Trump waves to the media on the South Lawn of the White House on September 26, 2026 in Washington, DC.

Democrats to probe lucrative Trump family business deals if they win midterms

Republicans ramp up spending as Democrats target key congressional seats

On Michigan doorsteps, Republicans sell Democrats-as-extremists message with mixed success

Diaspora   

Members of the national board of J Street U, the liberal Zionist group's campus wing, speak at their 2026 convention in Washington, D.C.

Jewish establishment heavy hitters are joining J Street in sign of changing times

Lithuanian students retrace Holocaust history on memorial day, confront country's role in massacres

Hatzalah to dispatch drone rescue team to aid search for missing Israeli tourist on Mount Olympus

Judaism   

(Illustrative) A woman stands inside a Sukkah, holding a Lulav and Etrog.

Sukkot 2026: What the sukkah and Four Species teach us about Israeli unity

Sukkot Guide 2026: Fun family activities in and around Jerusalem

Sukkot and Shabbat candle lighting times for Israel and US

Christian World   

People block the Garvaghy road, a Catholic enclave in the largely Protestant town of Portadown, on the day members of the Protestant Orange Order are expected to march through the area as they take part in the annual Drumcree parade, Northern Ireland, September 27, 2026.

Protesters block road into Catholic area of Northern Ireland after court approves Protestant parade

Thousands of Christians set to arrive in Jerusalem for Sukkot celebrations

For Zion’s Sake: Why two Catholic theologians are taking a stand for Israel

Food   

A dish served at the Veranda restaurant at the David Citadel in Jerusalem.

Veranda: Excellent mehadrin food at the David Citadel hotel

'Zoti': Fun vibe in Tel Aviv

Trying açaí at Oakberry Jerusalem: A not-so-sweet treat with sweet company

Archaeology   

Several royal inscriptions found at the Tell el-Abqain fortress site in Egypt, September 25, 2026.

Ancient Egyptian fortress uncovers soldiers’ homes, royal inscriptions, and horse burial

Turkey uncovers new fragment of oldest known peace treaty between Egypt and Hittites

Czech Republic's 6,500-year-old sanctuary found to predate Stonehenge by 1,000 years

Science   

German shepherd barking (illustrative)

Using babies, Israeli study reveals why AI fails to truly understand animal calls

Modern human men evolved unique hip 'spring' for efficient walking, Israeli-led study finds

Tel Aviv University, German Institute Expand Brain Research Collaboration

Culture   

ITALIAN DEPUTY PRIME MINISTER MATTEO SALVINI (R) took time out to visit the Israeli pavilion.

When politics invades art, an Israeli artist seeks common ground at the Venice Biennale

'Our Loves' is a film about people, not October 7, filmmaker Avi Nesher tells 'Post'

Not your average Jewish mother: Lisa Edelstein on Hollywood, identity, and ‘Long Story Short'

History   

Palestinians hurl rocks at Israeli security forces during clashes in the West Bank town of Hebron October 16, 2000.

On this day: Second Intifada triggered following Ariel Sharon's visit to Temple Mount

On This Day: Jean-Francois Champollion announces his success at decoding the Rosetta Stone

KKL-JNF unveils archival photos showcasing Sukkot celebrations in honor of the holiday

OMG   

Wayne Rooney attends the exclusive UK Premiere of "The Real Rooneys" on September 22, 2026 in London, England.

Former England soccer star Wayne Rooney says grandma was Polish Jew during Auschwitz visit

'Looksmaxxing' influencer Clavicular charged with rape in Massachusetts amid legal troubles

Influencer Jake Paul calls for amended US Constitution, says civilians should be able to bear RPGs

Travel   

Botanica Hotel from the Fattal Limited Edition Collection.

The Israeli tourist city that surpassed Tel Aviv and Jerusalem

5 great Sukkot stops in the Gaza border area: From greenhouses to Hakafot

7 picture-perfect spots for a family picnic this Sukkot

David Alexander, Deputy CEO of Phoenix Financial

Israel’s hidden strength: Institutional capital pools

Israel can no longer afford the privileges of adolescent behavior

Evolving regional economic opportunities

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