Well-known lawyer murdered in apparent targeted killing at Rishon Lezion office

MDA vehicles outside of the scene where a well-known lawyer was murdered in a suspected assassination on August 4, 2026.
MDA operates 653 motorcycles
 A Magen David Adom (MDA) ambulance at an Ofakim MDA station.

Iran, Oman inch closer to Hormuz deal, Houthis claim to strike Saudi target at airport

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'Resistance is Hamas's holy mission': Terror spox. tells Piers Morgan group will continue fighting

Ghazi Hamad on Al Jazeera, September 17, 2025.
Israel, India relations

India steps up arms supplies to Israel, sends almost 3,000 arms consignments since October 7

Demonstrators attend a pro-Palestine protest organized by the Palestinian Youth Movement organization outside of the White House in Washington, D.C. on March 18, 2025, after Israel broke a ceasefire agreement, launching airstrikes that killed over 400 Palestinians.

Children chant 'we will crush Zionism' at Palestinian Youth Movement summer school in UK

REPORT

Iranian leadership would accept if Pezeshkian resigned again, relative of Khamenei claims

Members of the Guardia Civil USECIC guard migrants on Tarajal beach after crossing the border between Spain and Morocco on July 31, 2026 in Ceuta, Spain.

Spanish MEP appeals to Netanyahu to back Spain's sovereignty amid Ceuta border crisis

US forces operating in the Strait of Hormuz, July 17, 2026.

Adviser to Mojtaba Khamenei claims hundreds of US soldiers killed, wounded in Iranian strikes

Firefighters work to contain a fire on Highway 6 on August 4, 2026.

Ben Shemen Forest fire under control, no injuries reported, Highways 6, 1 reopen to traffic

Smoke billows from a warehouse, after deadly Ukrainian drone attacks, as per regional governors, in Elektrostal, Moscow Region, Russia, July 18, 2026, in this screen grab obtained from a social media video.

Ukraine's Fire Point starts to integrate European tech into missile defense system

Vessels at the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, June 18, 2026.

Iran vies for expanded control over Strait of Hormuz in possible deal with Oman

Vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, August 3, 2026.

One seafarer missing as crew members abandon ship hit by unknown projectile in Strait of Hormuz

Jewish education’s brightest stars take center stage

In Collab
THE JEWISH TEACHERS AWARD

Elderly woman killed, two other women seriously injured in Ashkelon multi-bus crash

United Hatzalah paramedics respond to a multi-bus crash in Ashkelon on August 4, 2026.

Israel-Lebanon talks resume in Rome while Hezbollah chief slams Aoun as 'biased, divisive'

Petah Tikva man indicted for rape after allegedly posing as Nova festival survivor

 An illustrative image of an individual with handcuffs.

Naftali Bennett adds four female candidates to B’Yachad slate, bringing total women on list to 17

Naftali Bennet with the new female candidates.

Three teenage boys rescued by United Hatzalah in Sea of Galilee after drifting to deep waters

US President Donald Trump shakes hands with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa during a bilateral meeting alongside the NATO leaders summit in Ankara, last month.

Trump’s Syria-Iraq pipeline plan aims to weaken Iran’s leverage

OPINION
The flag of the United States superimposed on a map of the Middle East, centered on Iran, May 18, 2026.

US and Iran disagree on war casualty numbers

LISTEN
 A man casts his vote in the Israeli general elections, at a polling station in Jerusalem, on November 1, 2022.

Driving democracy to the ground: Don't make it harder for Israelis abroad to vote

OPINION
FBI agents monitor suspicious activity; illustrative.

Former FBI agent charged with stealing nearly $1m in crypto from Russian target

Sonia Sotomayor refuses to pause $655m judgment against Palestinian Authority over attack claims

A person uses an umbrella to block the sun at the Supreme Court amid a heatwave in Washington.

German high court rules comparing Israel to Nazi Germany is protected speech

'Mamdani, you're bad news': Tel Aviv Deputy mayor challenges Mamdani to charity boxing event

Tel Aviv Vice Mayor Guy Avner challenges NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani to a boxing match. August 3, 2026.

Alan Dershowitz calls Jewish Mamdani voters 'self-haters' in radio interview

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani arrives prior speaking about the fiscal year 2027 budget in New York City on May 12, 2026.

AIPAC draws attention in Michigan Senate primary, but voters say it is not top issue

BoP briefed bipartisan US congressional advisers on Trump Gaza plan, senior member tells 'Post'

World leaders gather during a charter announcement for US President Donald Trump's Board of Peace, in Davos, Switzerland, January 22, 2026

Iran Foreign Ministry denies ongoing talks with US, says no meetings planned, despite Trump claims

REPORT

IDF destroys Iran-backed Hezbollah tunnel systems, says more remain in southern Lebanon

A sign at Interpol headquarters, where the International Criminal Police Organization, an intergovernmental body with 196 member countries, helps police worldwide work together through cooperation, intelligence-sharing and global alerts to combat cross-border crime, in Lyon, France, June 9, 2026.

Former Palestinian envoy Ashraf Dabbour detained in Lebanon over corruption claims

Iran's military advisor to Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei in an interview with Iran's state-run PressTV.

Iran considered attacking Ukraine over ship strike in Caspian Sea, adviser to Khamenei claims

IDF Atidim launches first dedicated engineering track for haredi, minority students

The students will be integrated into core technological units in the Military Intelligence Directorate and the IDF in general. Program opening ceremony via Walla.

Joint List to soon launch without Ra'am, deal in final stages, Hadash-Ta'al leader tells 'Post'

INTERVIEW

MDA paramedic delivers his own baby daughter in ambulance en route to hospital

MDA paramedic Yitzhaj Bendahan after delivering his onw baby in the back of an ambulance.
POLL

Voters prefer Democrats over Republicans on economy for first time in a decade

US President Donald Trump speaks to the media aboard Air Force One en route to Joint Base Andrews, in Maryland, US, August 2, 2026.
EDITORIAL

Serving generals deserve better than Katz’s political theater

'We are winning, but the next threat is already inside Israel,' IDSF chairman says

WATCH
'We are winning, but the next threat is already inside Israel,' IDSF chairman says on the Defense & Tech podcast.

Israel defense-tech hiring jumps 20% as AI layoffs spread among high-tech sector

US signs deal to boost output of parts for Patriot, THAAD interceptor systems

A networked battlefield

The age of AI warfare has arrived, and speed will determine victory

OPINION
Rafael's Litening 5 targeting pods

US Air Force signs $1.84 billion contract with Northrop Grumman for Rafael Litening targeting pods

New report maps alleged links between US activist groups, terror-designated organizations

Illustrative: Protesters march out of Kings College Circle after leaving a pro-Palestinian student encampment at the University of Toronto.

Morocco says Spain should have foreseen impact of court ruling following Ceuta migrant rush

INTERVIEW

'Bringing the full arsenal': Trump admin. to launch antisemitism campaign in 15 cities

DOJ chief Leo Terrell speaks at a conference in the summer of 2026 as he prepares to launch a nationwide campaign to combat antisemitism.

Brown University president Christina Paxson to step down after Trump administration clashes

Brown University President Christina Paxson listens during a press conference.

Spokane wildfires destroy over 700 structures as 64,000 flee fast-moving Washington blazes

A burned car sits among an incinerated neighbourhood in the Old Trails Fire in Spokane, Washington.

New bachelor's degree to train students in trauma treatment through surf therapy

"Incorporate the power of the sea for people living with trauma." Dr. Ariel Ezra during HaGal Sheli activity.

Twenty years on, Israel at Heart celebrates the Ethiopian families who made the journey twice

The Israel at Heart current cohort with RUNI VP Jonathan Davis and Philanthropist Joey Low.

Longevity: A mathematician’s perspective on society

Dr. Gail Gilboa Freedman, Dean of the Faculty of Technology at Sapir Academic College.

Israeli technology works to prevent aircraft collisions after deadly firefighting crash in Athens

 Ciconia team during a test with an IDF representative, 2020

American Airlines cancels flights to Tel Aviv from NY's JFK Airport until at least March 2027

Israel eyes 2027 rollout for Level 4 autonomous vehicles after UN breakthrough

AIR One eVTOL

US signs deal to boost output of parts for Patriot, THAAD interceptor systems

THAAD missile defense battery

AI burns books? Tech giants are buying, shredding books to train smarter chatbots

Record Korean peninsula heatwave sets 122-year high temperature of 42.5°C

A boy cools off in a fountain during a heatwave in Seoul, South Korea, July 31, 2026.

Israel enters ‘fascinating season’ as migratory birds arrive at KKL-JNF’s Hula Lake

Tremors felt in southern Israel after magnitude 5.6 earthquake strikes Egypt, no damage reported

A vehicle is seen engulfed in flames on Highway 1 near the Shoresh Interchange on August 3, 2026.

Traffic briefly halted on Highway 1 as vehicle goes up in flames amid record-breaking heatwave

Israelis hike at Nahal Hava in the Negev, southern Israel, January 30, 2026; Illustrative.

Seven family members located after suffering heat exhaustion in Nahal Gov area of southern Israel

MDMA-assisted psychotherapy reduces PTSD in 80% of soldiers, Israeli study finds

The dedicated treatment suite established for the MDMA-assisted psychotherapy clinical trial, where participants undergo supervised eight-hour treatment sessions. Illustrative image.

Jerusalem teacher’s vision improved from 10% to 90% after Hadassah surgery

Doctors discover rare brain complication in boy after arrow strikes skull at summer camp

FEATURE

No time to retire: Why growing older does not have to mean slowing down

Israeli law mandating graphic warning images on all smoking products takes effect

'Friends become your family here': For young immigrants, belonging in Israel takes years

JERUSALEM REPORT
New olim arrive in Israel with Nefesh B’Nefesh.

Israel launches 'Masa diplomacy' program in push for pro-Israel advocacy through Diaspora youth

Lisa Cain Hammerman: The miraculous art of motherhood

ASHER & LISA CAIN with their miracle child.

Sally Reidman came to Israel with a massage table - and built a healthcare empire

Sally Reidman.

Chani Kaplan: Finding her place in Israel, from Sydney to Jerusalem

Chani Kaplan.

Everything on a grand scale. Except the price

The Grand in Netanya - a new luxury residential tower overlooking the Mediterranean.

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

Tzarfati Shimon launches phase 2 of Luria Project in Jerusalem's Moradot Arnona

Shponder & Fadlon Project.

From two construction families in Even Yehuda to leading real estate group: Shponder & Fadlon story

"Forest" Project.

An ultra-luxury Jerusalem icon

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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

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 flag of the United States superimposed on a map of the Middle East, centered on Iran, May 18, 2026.

US and Iran disagree on war casualty numbers

Miles, memories, and microphones: The fifth anniversary special

Katz denies dismissal claim as Lahav 433 questions Likud-linked figure

US Politics   

Brown University President Christina Paxson listens during a press conference.

Brown University president Christina Paxson to step down after Trump administration clashes

AIPAC draws attention in Michigan Senate primary, but voters say it is not top issue

Voters prefer Democrats over Republicans on economy for first time in a decade

Diaspora   

Israel flag and Germany flag.

German high court rules comparing Israel to Nazi Germany is protected speech

Boy George cedes role in ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ production after releasing pro-Israel song

Fire at kosher meat processing plant in Iowa shuts down production ahead of High Holidays

Judaism   

THE AUTHOR attempts to place today’s challenges within the broader sweep of Jewish history and Torah.

'Reclaiming Redemption Vol. II': Tracing Jewish survival from exile to war

'The Koren Tanakh of the Land of Israel': Groundbreaking way to explore the Book of Samuel

Parashat Eikev: With respect for the past

Christian World   

Members of the clergy take part in the yearly Christmas procession led by Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem outside the Church of the Nativityon December 24, 2025 in Bethlehem, West Bank.

Christian Zionists ignore reality of West Bank living, Palestinian Christian leaders say

Many Christian Arabs proud to be part of Israeli society, ambassador to Christian World says

'Does JD stand for Jew Defamer?': Evangelical leader urges Trump to reject Vance's Israel remarks

Food   

Boneless rib-eye steak at Mifgash Ticho, Jerusalem.

Mifgash Ticho: A fantastic meat meal in the heart of Jerusalem

Jerusalem’s Food Truck Festival: Good food with better prices

In the kitchen with Henny: Nourishing a healthier life

Archaeology   

A rare Judean Pillar Figurine mold dating to the First Temple period found in the Tower of David, July 27, 2026.

First Temple-era figurine mold unearthed in Jerusalem's 'most significant excavation' in decades

Ancient Cypriot silver coin found on Ashdod's shore offers new insight into 2,500-year-old trade

Previously undiscovered ancient Egyptian tomb found at Theban necropolis on Nile's west bank

Science   

A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket carrying Northrop Grumman's Mission Robotic Vehicle (MRV) and Mission Extension Pods (MEPs) launches from Space Force Station's Launch Complex 40 in Cape Canaveral, Florida, on July 21, 2026.

SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket stage to crash into Moon at seven times the speed of sound

Prehistoric people in Eurasia, North America specifically hunted female mammoths, new study shows

Selling light after dark: Satellite designed to reflect sunlight to Earth approved by FCC

Culture   

Dancing to Hayati with cast in a lantern shop in Shuk Hapishpishim.

Finding her own genre: Nicole Raviv blends Hebrew, Arabic, and pop into a new Israeli sound

Israeli rock band Eifo Hayeled releases new album written against the backdrop of war

Boy George releases pro-Israel anthem ‘We Will Dance Again’ honoring Oct. 7 victims

History   

 El Al Flight 402 - The Lockheed Constellation registered as 4X-AKC, pictured here in 1950.

On this day: Communist Bulgaria downs El Al flight 402, killing all 58 people onboard

'A Life of the Mind': New biography reexamines the mind of Hannah Arendt

The blast that still echoes: The King David Hotel bombing, 80 years on

OMG   

People gather in the exhibition hall during the opening day of Comic-Con International in San Diego, California, US, July 23, 2026.

Marvel unveils upcoming film lineup, including 'Ghost Rider,' 'Black Panther 3,' at Comic-Con

Over 500 Peruvian babies named after Norwegian soccer star Haaland after legendary World Cup run

Psychic Uri Geller vows to help England win World Cup, calls on millions to 'neutralize' Messi

Travel   

 Travellers at the departure halls of Ben Gurion International Airport ahead of the Jewish holiday of Passover. April 14, 2022.

August travel? These are the dates Ben-Gurion Airport will be packed

Not just Berlin: Israelis return to Germany – and rediscover it

The Perseid meteor shower is back: All the best places to watch shooting stars in Israel

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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