Iran war means larger Israeli influence among Arab states, top defense sources say

(From L-R) The Defense Ministry's International Defense Cooperation Directorate (SIBAT) Chief Brig.-Gen. Yair Kulas, Defense Minister Israel Katz, and Defense Ministry Director-General Maj.-Gen. (res.) Amir Baram.
  Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. (illustration)
 Israeli President Isaac Herzog and then UAE Crown Prince Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan meet in Abu Dhabi, Jan. 30, 2022.

Iran threatens to halt negotiations, Trump says Hezbollah ceasefire reached

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Iran signals 'strategic desperation,' as regime attacks it own economic lifeline in UAE

INTERVIEW
A yacht sails past a plume of smoke rising from the port of Jebel Ali following a reported Iranian strike in Dubai on March 1, 2026.
MK Akram Hasson attends a replacing ceremony at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Jerusalem on November 10, 2024.

Israeli MK Akram Hasson launches caucus to build post-war normalization lane with Lebanon

An Iranian cleric visits the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Aerospace Force Museum in Tehran, Iran, November 12, 2025

Iran military sites 'completely hidden,' can sustain production, senior IRGC general boasts

Outgoing Mossad chief Barnea urges Israel to topple wounded Iranian regime

US President Donald Trump listens to reporters at the White House in Washington, DC, US, May 8, 2026.

Trump tells Netanyahu he kept him out of jail, should be grateful on tense call

REPORT
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks during a press conference in Jerusalem, March 19, 2026.

'Time to say no to Trump': Israeli officials condemn Netanyahu's decision to cancel Lebanon strike

The joint US-Israel military strikes on Iran mark more than a tactical military operation. They represent a fundamental realignment – President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have closed a strategic gap that successive American administrations never fully bridged.

Trump declares Lebanon ceasefire, calls off IDF strike on Beirut after phone call with Netanyahu

A NATO flag flies at the NATO headquarters in Brussels on September 12, 2025.

US weighs expanding nuclear deployments in add'l European NATO states

REPORT
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu seen at a ceremony at Mount Herzl, for the Ethiopian Jews who died while making their way to Israel. May 14, 2026.

Netanyahu's corruption trial continues amid pending delay requests

People walk past an anti-U.S. billboard depicting U.S. President Donald Trump and the Strait of Hormuz, in Tehran, Iran, May 17, 2026.

Trump's Iran negotiations walk him into a $300 b. extortion scheme by the IRGC

OPINION

Tourism Ministry director-general to visit US in push to boost incoming tourism to Israel

Ministry of Tourism Director General Michael Izhakov

'A historic step': Sa'ar attends opening of Fiji's new Israel embassy after 30 years

Forein Minister Gideon Sa'ar met with Fiji’s FM Sakiasi Ditoka and Minister Ioane Naivalurua, June 2, 2026.

Bill to dissolve Knesset passes first reading, advancing process to move up elections

Deputy mayor among 14 arrested in massive northern Israel corruption raid

Headquarters of Lahav 433 – The National Crime Unit in Lod, pictured August 6, 2025.
EDITORIAL

Forcing the IDF to leave Lebanon is a betrayal of Israel's citizens

Israeli soldiers operate at Beaufort Ridge in southern Lebanon, in this handout image released on May 31, 2026.

Azerbaijani ship officers arrested in NIS 7 million cigarette smuggling bust

Captain Doctor Ori Yosef Silvester, 30 years old from Tel Aviv, killed in southern Lebanon, June 1, 2026.

Capt. Dr. Ori Yosef Silvester killed in combat, several others wounded, in southern Lebanon

Twelve-year-old Alon Horwitz who discovered an ancient gemstone at Korazim National Park in the Galilee, June 1, 2026.

Rare gemstone discovered by 12-year-old boy during archaeological dig in ancient Jewish village

Demonstrators gather near a barricade they created during a protest against a U.S.-backed Ebola quarantine plan on the establishment of a 50-bed facility at a Kenyan air force base that was intended to host Americans exposed to Ebola, in Nanyuki town, in Laikipia County, Kenya June 1, 2026.

Two people killed in Kenya protest against US Ebola quarantine site plan, organizer, sources say

French Navy personnel approach an oil tanker, subject to international sanctions and sailing from Russia, in the Atlantic Ocean, in this handout obtained by Reuters on June 1, 2026.

French Navy boards Russian oil tanker, obstructs Atlantic 'shadow-fleet'

Anti-Israel activists Hasan Piker, Cenk Uygur claim UK banned their entry, revoked visas

Antisemitic left-wing streamer Hasan Piker (L) and Young Turks founder Cenk Uygur (R).

Global Intifada publishes locations, maps of factories, ports for targeted sabotage

Carney promises to combat antisemitism in Canada, citing surge in hate crimes

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney speaks to the Economic Club of New York in New York City, US, May 28, 2026.

British anti-Israel groups call to screen IDF veterans at UK border

UK AND Israeli flags together at a march in London.

Quarter of all Dutch discrimination offenses in 2025 were antisemitic, new report reveals

'We are in a war,' alleged Iran-backed militant exclaims in US court

Mohammad Baqer Saad Dawood Al-Saadi, an Iraqi man accused of helping Iran-backed militia's plans for attacks in the United States and Europe, stands before U.S. District Judge Colleen McMahon during his arraignment in Manhattan federal court in New York City, US, June 1, 2026 in a courtroom sketch

Conflicting Trump, Tehran statements leave US-Iran talks status unclear

Iran freezes talks with US over Israeli military action in Lebanon, IRGC-affiliated outlet claims

Smoke rises following an Israeli strike in Kfar Tebnit, Lebanon, May 11, 2026.

Statement of intent to strike Beirut caused Hezbollah leaders to flee, disrupted surprise attack

Israeli soldiers operate at Beaufort Ridge in southern Lebanon, in this handout image released on May 31, 2026.

PM orders IDF attacks on Hezbollah in Beirut, but US, Iran interventions pause action

These schools build Druze Israeli identity, one student at a time

Jewish and Druze students come together and share bread and vegetables grown at a farm extension of the Amal high school in Yanuh Jat in November 2025.

Nova music festival survivor Maayan Dee to ‘Post’ Gala: SafeHeart is a lifeboat in stormy PTSD

Five key California primary races test Jewish voters and candidates on political loyalties

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass drinks a coffee during a campaign event at Pann’s Restaurant ahead of the primary election in Los Angeles, California, U.S., June 1, 2026.
WATCH

Iran will hand over nuclear capabilities to terror organizations, Mike Waltz tells Jpost Conference

US ambassador to the UN Mike Waltz speaks at The Jerusalem Post's Annual Conference in New York City, US, June 1, 2026

WJC President Ronald S. Lauder at Jerusalem Post Conference: 'Israel is losing the information war'

France bans Israel from defense exhibition, limits Israeli companies to showing defensive weapons

 A visitor walks past the Israeli pavilion during the Eurosatory International Defence Exhibition in Villepinte, north of Paris, France June 11, 2018.

Israel receives first KC-46 aircraft from US, boosting options for independent strikes on Iran

Israeli AI, robotics company XTEND, selected for US Defense Department's procurement program

A Bluewhite autonomy kit installed on a BL Advance Systems BLR MK2 Platform.

Elbit subsidiary acquires Israeli autonomous AI-powered off-road robotic warfare company

ON THE front line of the cyber war, Israel has become one of the world’s most targeted countries for cyberattacks, with state-backed hackers increasingly using AI to probe government networks, companies, and critical infrastructure.

Israeli AI defense-tech firm Airis Labs emerges from stealth with $60m. in funding

At least 18 dead, dozens wounded as Russia launches major attack across Ukraine

Firefighters and journalists work at a site of a Russian drone strike, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Dnipro, Ukraine May 31, 2026.

UN Secretary-General Guterres proposes new force to replace Lebanon's UNIFIL

Blue Origin launch pad repairs could take 'serious time', NASA chief says

Damage at the site of a launchpad after an uncrewed Blue Origin New Glenn rocket exploded during a test at the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Cape Canaveral, Florida, US, May 29, 2026.

France intercepts another 'shadow fleet' tanker linked to Russian oil

French Navy personnel approach an oil tanker, subject to international sanctions and sailing from Russia, in the Atlantic Ocean, in this handout obtained by Reuters on June 1, 2026.

Gunman kills six people, then himself, in eastern Iowa, police say

Shot Focused on Yellow Tape Showing Text "Police Line Do Not Cross". Tape Used to Restrict a Crime Scene Where Forensics, Detectives and Policemen are Working on Solving a Homicide Case

On the Front Lines of Care: Kaplan Medical Center Faces War’s Challenges, Eyes Major Expansion

Prof. Tarif Bader, the CEO of Kaplan Medical Center.

Shaping the future of AI at Hebrew University of Jerusalem

Dr. Michael Gofman speaks with Maor Zaguri, Acclaimed Israeli Director

Reviving Tel Hai: Yair Belachovsky’s mission to preserve a defining legacy

Yair Belachovsky speaks at a state memorial ceremony for Joseph Trumpeldor and the defenders of Tel Hai in 2025

'Putting profits over safety': Florida A-G sues ChatGPT over 'harm caused to Floridians'

REPORT
The ChatGPT app icon on a smartphone in this illustration taken October 27, 2025

Haredim making headway in hi-tech: Projects to introduce ultra-Orthodox to workforce see success

El Al launches direct, 15-hour-long flight to San Francisco from Tel Aviv for next fall

 The Golden Gate Bridge and San Francisco, CA at sunset. This photo was taken from the Marin Headlands.

Amid shekel-dollar crisis: Hi-tech sector gains strength as Israel's main export with 58% in 2025

Evening view of the Tel Aviv skyline. October 26, 2025.

Stocks shake off Iran jitters as AI pushes market up, even amid oil climbs and Hormuz crisis

Government designates eight new forests as natural reserves along northern border

HANITA FOREST

Galilee Eco Center: regenerative agriculture, healing in the Galilee

ANALYSIS

After years-long drought where Syria, Iraq were running out of water, dams are now flooding

Gofra Beach’s mineral-rich sulfur spring reopened in mid-May after being revealed by the lowering of the Sea of ​​Galilee’s water line.

Gofra Beach's mineral-rich sulfur springs reopen after six years

Electric Egged bus.

All city buses in Eilat, Kiryat Shmona to be replaced with electric ones by end of 2026

Israeli musician Yonatan Razel hospitalized, stable after suffering brain hemorrhage

Israeli musician Jonathan Razel, October 23, 2024.

New shot for cancer can eradicate whole tumors in patients, trial shows

REPORT

Health Ministry officials meet to discuss, monitor ongoing Ebola outbreak

OPINION

Caring for the carers: Israel's hidden mental health crisis

ByJONATHAN LIEBERMAN
STUDY

AI tools can help reduce anxiety and depression symptoms, Israeli study finds

Dr. Katya Mandoki: Caressing the land by every step

Dr. Katya Mandoki

Studying in Israel: International students find a home at Reichman University

FEATURE
OPINION

If Israel wants mass aliyah, it must end its bureaucratic gatekeeping

 New immigrants from USA and Canada arrive on a special " Aliyah Flight 2016" on behalf of Nefesh B'Nefesh organization, at Ben Gurion airport in central Israel on August 17, 2016.
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Nefesh B’Nefesh to receive award at JPost NY Conference

New Olim coming to Israel 2026

Government approves dedicated unit to assist new immigrants serving in IDF

 Over 150 lone soldiers join the IDF through Garin Tzabar Scouts program.

An ultra-luxury Jerusalem icon

"Forest" Project.

Midtown Jerusalem

It’s all about timing! 2026 is a rare opportunity window for Tel Aviv real estate

The Luria project by Tzarfati Shimon in Arnona, Jerusalem.

Luria: A Jerusalem-inspired project with modern boutique design

Prime Jerusalem lets Jews worldwide own a luxury home in the heart of Jerusalem.

Prime Jerusalem – the next home for the Jews of the world in the capital

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Jerusalem Post Miami Conference returns, shaping the future together

Miami Summit 2026

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Jerusalem Post Washington Conference

Past Event - The Jerusalem Post Diplomatic Conference - where diplomacy meets the future

Diplomatic Conference, September 2025

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   

The joint US-Israel military strikes on Iran mark more than a tactical military operation. They represent a fundamental realignment – President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have closed a strategic gap that successive American administrations never fully bridged.

Trump, Netanyahu call halts Beirut strike as Barnea calls to topple Iran’s regime

Lebanon truce unravels as US strikes Iranian targets along Hormuz

NGO Monitor's Gerald Steinberg warns of anti-Israel NGO influence

US Politics   

A mob of supporters of US President Donald Trump storm the U.S. Capitol Building in Washington, U.S., January 6, 2021. Picture taken January 6, 2021.

Trump's 'weaponization' fund is on hold, sources say

Trump consolidates Middle East policy by appointing Special Envoy Tom Barrack to Iraq, Syria

'No. 1 attraction in the world': Trump says he will headline Nat'l Mall fair after singers drop out

Diaspora   

Ultra orthodox Jewish children pray at the Western Wall in Jerusalem's Old City, on April 19, 20226.

More Israelis define themselves as Jews first, gov't approves NIS 100m. to improve Diaspora ties

Leviev Foundation announces new $50 million educational initiative

Bennett condemns Mamdani for not attending Israel Day Parade amid celebration preparation

Judaism   

Dina Gavriely: ‘My task was clear – create vibrant and joyful texts.’

Meet the Israeli author making Jewish texts accessible for children

The beauty and frustration of Shavuot at the Western Wall

'The Sacrificial Service': Leviticus has been mistranslated for centuries

Christian World   

POST-ISRAELI withdrawl in May 2000, a donkey survives in a minefield in the south Lebanon village of Aytaroun.

A Lebanese Christian fled from Hezbollah - and found refuge in Israel

Jerusalem Prayer Breakfast at 10: Moral Courage of Christians Needed as Jews Face Danger

Pope Leo apologizes for Church's historic role in slavery

Food   

Happ

Happicerie: Brunch at a ‘happy grocery’ in Netanya

National Library of Israel acquires copy of UK's oldest kosher cookbook belonging to Montefiores

Wine Talk: Wine and cheese, please

Archaeology   

Rupert van Der Werff from Summers Place Auctions with a rare skeleton of a long-extinct woolly rhinoceros in Billingshurst, England, March 5, 2019; file photo.

Neanderthals' ancient toolkit included hammers, blades made from rhino teeth

Evidence of ancient Native American life uncovered near Cape Canaveral Space Force Station

Rare, intact ancient Roman burial unearthed during excavations in eastern Croatia

Science   

NEGEV DESERT - APRIL 06 2011:Israeli farmers desert farming planting vines in a desert farm in the Negev, Israel. Israel is a world-leader in agricultural technologies despite its dry climate

Can fungus farming make tomatoes taste better? Israeli researchers say yes

Promising hantavirus vaccine research stalled by funding gap before outbreak

Asteroid to fly within 176 Bulgarias of Earth on Monday, May 18 - NASA

Culture   

Meir Shalev

Docaviv 2026 opens in Tel Aviv with global documentaries, masterclasses, and retrospectives

Author of ‘People Love Dead Jews,’ Dara Horn, delights Jerusalem crowd

Arab-Jewish youth orchestra builds a unifying ‘East-West’ sound together

History   

An Israeli flag flies over the medieval Beaufort Castle, known locally as Qalaat al-Shaqif or Shaqif Arnoun, as seen from the Marjayoun area of southern Lebanon on May 31, 2026.

What is Beaufort Castle, the historic Crusader fortress Israel now holds in southern Lebanon?

Inside Jerusalem’s 1948 siege through the eyes of a child who survived the Old City’s fall

Switzerland to release sealed files on Nazi doctor Josef Mengele

OMG   

Ivanka Trump wearing a deep-blue resortwear set by Israeli designer Shani Shemer during Trump family wedding festivities in the Bahamas.

Ivanka Trump spotlights Israeli designer Shani Shemer's resortwear at family Bahamas celebration

NYC based artist, activists places middle finger-shaped statue in front of Mamdani's City Hall

Daniel Peretz, Southampton soccer team thrown out of Championship playoff final over spying scandal

Consumerism   

There are now many ways of playing online casino games that fit any lifestyle.

How different themes are used to boost the online casino industry

This is the new Israir aircraft that will fly you to New York this year

Inspired by the iconic can: The intriguing food truck coming to Beersheba

Prof. Eduard Yakubov, president of the Holon Institute of Technology

Israel cannot afford to rely solely on theoretical doctorates

Israel can no longer afford the privileges of adolescent behavior

Confronting the Iranian regime’s ideological warfare strategy against Israel and the West

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