Former IDF soldier charged for affiliating himself with ISIS, watching terror training videos

ILLUSTRATIVE: POLICE ARREST suspect thought to have allowed illegal immigrants through border, November 30, 2025.
 Illustration of ISIS terrorists.
A rebel fighter takes away a flag that belonged to Islamic State militants in Akhtarin village, after rebel fighters advanced in the area, in northern Aleppo Governorate, Syria, October 7, 2016

Iranian regime attacks Gulf states in retaliation for CENTCOM strikes in Strait of Hormuz

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Russia secretly aiding Iran in development of supersonic cruise missile technology

REPORT
 A new surface-to-surface ballistic missile called Khaibar with a range of 2,000 km, unveiled by Iran, is seen in Tehran, Iran, May 25, 2023
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan during a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin (not pictured) on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, September 1, 2026.

Erdogan says Turkey would consider full membership of China-, Russia-led security bloc

Passengers scramble at Ben-Gurion Airport after a staff strike halted Israeli air travel, August 20, 2026

Six draft dodgers arrested at Ben-Gurion Airport after attempting to board plane illegally

Suspect in Jerusalem baby food contamination case named as Yan Shemla

 An Israeli flag flutters next to a German and a EU flag, one day after Hamas' attacks on Israel, outside the Reichstag building in Berlin, Germany, October 8, 2023.

With AfD gaining traction in East Germany, what would a far-right win mean for Jews?

ANALYSIS
Benjamin and Sara Netanyahu at a memorial dinner for late Republican senator Lindsey Graham, July 28, 2026.

'Not a slip of the tongue': Golan says Sara Netanyahu's Oct. 7 comments are part of planned moves

US President Donald Trump and US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth listen to questions from the press during a Cabinet meeting at Camp David in Maryland, on July 31, 2026; illustrative

Trump aides, fearing a midterm crash, push to keep Iran war 'quiet' for time being

Vessels near the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, August 31, 2026.

US launches new 'tanker for tanker' policy, strikes Iranian ships in Strait of Hormuz

REPORT
US Sailors conduct night flight operations aboard USS George Washington (CVN 73), August 30, 2026.

CENTCOM completes wave of strikes on Iran in retaliation for targeting of US troops in region

Still from a video purporting to show an Iranian drone launch, released by Iran August 31, 2026.

Attacks on Jordan, Kuwait, Bahrain, Iraq as Iran launches retaliatory strikes against US bases

“Never let hatred define you – be proud of who you are”

Holocaust Survivor Nate Leipciger on the 2025 March of the Living

Israeli agriculture at risk ahead of High Holy Days as desalination systems remain nonfunctional

Infrastructure works along the shoreline of the Sea of Galilee as the Water Authority and the national water company Mekorot prepare to increase the flow of desalinated water pumped from desalination plants in Ashkelon and Rishon Lezion into the lake, northern Israel, February 27, 2026.

From critic to ally, Israel and Greece grow closer amid regional shifts

EDITORIAL

IDF killed two Hamas terrorists in Gaza strikes, military confirms

Smoke rises following an Israeli strike on a metal foundry in Gaza City, July 12, 2026.

'Stop empty statements': Ben-Gvir warns Likud against preventing Gotliv's move to Otzma Yehudit

Otzma Yehudit leader Itamar Ben-Gvir at a press conference, June 22 2026.

'Israel needs its supporters to be here': Paraguay’s ambassador seeks lasting ties

The Citibank logo is displayed at a branch in New York City, July 16, 2025; illustrative.

UK fines US-headquartered Citibank's London unit £4.7 million under Russia sanctions laws

A regional train stands at the main train station in Augsburg, southern Germany, on October 26, 2010.

Two injured in blast at train station in southern Germany

A general view shows a main road in the heart of the Red Sea resort of Sharm el-Sheikh on the southern tip of Egypt's Sinai Peninsula on October 9, 2025. Ilustrative.

Bus accident killed 21, left several wounded in Egypt's South Sinai, health ministry says

A picture shows traffic in the city of Mashhad, the capital of the province of Khorassan-e Razavi in northeastern Iran, on October 1, 2023

Car hits pro-government gathering in Mashhad, Iran, killing at least four, injuring at least 10

John Galliano bows out of Met exhibition as backlash over antisemitism mounts

Designer John Galliano and then Vogue editor in chief Anna Wintour attend the Fashion Awards 2021 at Royal Albert Hall, London, November 29, 2021.

California Legislature passes SB 1387, advancing recognition of Jewish identity as ethnicity

Italian B&B sends anti-Israel message to Israeli guest, prompting cancellation

An illustrative image of a Boycott, Divestments, and Sanctions (BDS) movement protest against Israel.

Brussels-based center trains mohelim as Belgium circumcision debate intensifies

Jewish men pray in a Belgian synagogue.

Reporter's Notebook: Pro-Palestinian groups attacked an Israeli architect, he chose to create more

IDF, Shin Bet capture Hamas's Internal Security chief during joint operation in Gaza Strip

Palestinians inspect the site of an Israeli strike on a house that was pre-warned by the Israeli military to evacuate before the strike was carried out late on Wednesday, in Al-Nuseirat refugee camp, in the central Gaza Strip, July 16, 2026.

IDF strikes Hezbollah infrastructure in Nabatiya after terrorists launch drones towards soldiers

ANALYSIS

Israel Navy acting to deter Turkish maritime aggression as Ankara encroaches on areas of interest

An Iranian woman shops in a local market in Tehran, Iran, April 28, 2026

Iran’s worsening economic crisis raises questions over Tehran’s willingness to compromise

Palestinians receive food aid donated for refugees from the European Union and the World Food Programme (WFP) and distributed by the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) in the northern West Bank city of Jenin, on July 9, 2010.

World Food Programme halves food assistance to West Bank due to funding shortages

Israel Election 2026: The parties, blocs and battles that will shape Israel's future

JERUSALEM REPORT
Results of a Maariv poll measuring how many seats each party would receive in the October 2026 Knesset elections, results shared on August 28, 2026.

Saudi Arabia names women diplomat Manal Radwan as special envoy for peace efforts

Sweida’s schoolchildren become pawns in Syrian political struggle over exams

A schoolroom in Syria.

Northeast Philadelphia's last Jewish deli shuts down after over 60 years, most Jews in area left

Stein Stein, owner of Steve Stein's Famous Deli in Northeast Philadelphia, the day after his last day in business, Aug. 24, 2026.
LISTEN

Iran retaliates on US bases as Russia assists in missile tech development

Israeli drone company XTEND to begin trading on the NYSE

A command center where Xtend drones can be operated from a distance with minimal human intervention, in an undated handout photo obtained by Reuters on January 29, 2025.

Estonia eyes Israel's David Sling for missile defense against Russia

Finland, Israel quietly extend defense agreement for 10 years

 The Israeli Navy unveils the new INS “Drakon” submarine at the German Naval Yards Holdings in Kiel, Germany, November 12, 2024

Final German 'Dragon' submarine on its way to Israel as Navy continues modernization efforts

A ship from which the test of IAI's Naval Lora ballistic missile, September 1, 2026.

German Navy successfully completes trial of Israeli-made naval Lora ballistic missile

Putin says Russia is winning on battlefield, will not negotiate with 'terrorists'

Russian President Vladimir Putin attends a session of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan September 1, 2026.

Times Square stabbing leaves woman dead, attacker dies after NYPD response

Defendant pleads not guilty in Charlie Kirk murder case as judge allows death penalty

 Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University, appears during a hearing in Fourth District Court in Provo, Utah, US, December 11, 2025.

Erdogan, Putin agree to continue Turkey's nuclear development, improve economic relations

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan meets with Russian President Vladimir Putin on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, September 1, 2026.

Trump to meet anti-Israel Hasidic rebbes at White House, raising concerns over IDF draft

A general view of the White House in Washington, DC, US, July 20, 2025.

Israel Plus: Israeli content is ready for its global moment

Israel+ brings Israeli content to audiences around the world, with news, lifestyle, entertainment and more - now also available in English.

75 years of investing in Israel: Standing strong with Israel

Devastation at the Nova site

The ecosystem of healing

Little Twin Girls are sitting and ancient old olive tree. Children are enjoying big and old ancient olive tree in the olive garden in Mediterranean

Third consecutive cut: Bank of Israel lowers interest rates to 3.25%, following economic review

Bank of Israel Governor Professor Amir Yaron speaks at the Knesset; illustrative.

Quarter of Israelis consider using AI for election votes amid rising online disinformation surge

Iraq considers currency overhaul to expose looted funds

Iraqi dinar and US dollar banknotes are laid out on a table as members of the Shia Muslim community arrive at a centre in Iraq's southern city of Basra accepting charity donations to aid people affected by the ongoing war in Iran and Lebanon

US Federal Trade Commission, 22 US states sue Amazon over allegedly illegal advertising practices

View at the Amazon store sign at the Downtown Toronto.
OPINION

When your AI reads someone else's messages too

ByESTI PESHIN

Second Israeli reported missing in Nepal following devastating floods that left over 800 dead

A drone view shows a man walking next to damaged buildings and houses covered in mud next to the Likhu River following deadly flash floods and mudslides, in Devighat, Nuwakot district, Nepal, August 30, 2026.

Nepal teams seek hundreds trapped in hydropower tunnels after deadly floods

Death toll in Nepal flood tops 1,000 as Nepal rescuers reach remote areas in search

Police prepare the mass burial site for the unidentified victims of the flash floods at Devghat Forest on August 30, 2026 in Bharatpur, Nepal.

Nepal begins mass burials of unidentified flood victims as families seek missing

Remnants of stone bridge pylons remain along Bright Angel Creek following a flash flood that destroyed the footbridge on August 29. The flooding caused significant damage to infrastructure throughout the canyon.

Flash flood in Grand Canyon National Park leaves one dead, over a dozen missing

Health Ministry investigating another suspected Ebola case after traveler returns from DR Congo

(ILLUSTRATIVE) Medical staff and nurses roaming the halls of Ichilov Hospital.

'Not safe for kids': Food allergy group petitions High Court to stop Kisch school-nurse pilot

Police arrest suspect in Jerusalem baby food sedative contamination case

Two children hospitalized in Jerusalem after severe poisoning from THC-infused cannabis candies

Warriors of Israel rebrands as over 90,000 wounded Israeli veterans need lifelong care, community

The shofar call that turned a curious Arizona student toward Judaism, marriage and aliyah

WITH WIFE Shoshana.

Eisenkot's Yashar unveils plan to support new olim integrating into Israel

OPINION

From midrasha to the IDF: A journey toward serving Israel

 Over 300 lone soldiers join the IDF through Garin Tzabar Scouts program.
ByLILAH ROSENBERG
OPINION

From feeling at home in Canada to making aliyah

 Protesters in support of Palestinians stand at an encampment, during the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas, at McGill University’s campus in Montreal, Quebec, Canada May 2, 2024.
ByEDEN DONSKY

Your Investments: What new olim can teach us about gratitude and entitlement

Ben-Gurion Airport, May 17, 2026

In the middle of the triangle

Image for illustration purposes only.

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

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

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

Everything on a grand scale. Except the price

Luria Project, Jerusalem Moradot Arnona.

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

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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   

Russia and Iran flags.

Iran retaliates on US bases as Russia assists in missile tech development

Hangzhou – China’s Tech-Powered Paradise

School resumes in Israel, Sara Netanyahu alleges Yair Golan had prior knowledge of Oct. 7

US Politics   

US President Donald Trump and US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth listen to questions from the press during a Cabinet meeting at Camp David in Maryland, on July 31, 2026; illustrative

Trump aides, fearing a midterm crash, push to keep Iran war 'quiet' for time being

Markey, progressive critic of Israel, wins Massachusetts Democratic primary

US may ask parents to prove citizenship or immigration status to get passports for their children

Diaspora   

US Vice President JD Vance speaks at a MAGA Inc. Super PAC event on Aug. 31, 2026, in Sterling Heights, Michigan.

Vance meets with Temple Israel rabbi on Michigan visit, offers support to community

Northeast Philadelphia's last Jewish deli shuts down after over 60 years, most Jews in area left

Trump to meet anti-Israel Hasidic rebbes at White House, raising concerns over IDF draft

Judaism   

Film strip frame: Soldier blows a shofar (1948-era).

Before Rosh Hashanah, Elul asks us to practice, persevere, and rise a little each day

Parashat Ki Tavo: The finest generation

Parashat Ki Tavo: The power of joy

Christian World   

Theodor Herzl in Palestine. November 1898. Photography by David Wolffsohn. (Photo by Imagno/Getty Images) [Theodor Herzl in Palaestina. Anfang November 1898.

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

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

Food   

Dish at Skyline Jerusalem

Skyline Jerusalem: Twelve floors up, a feast awaits with sweeping city views

Wine Talk: Quality, accessibility, and value

A toast to life: Israeli whisky raises the bar as a young industry comes of age

Archaeology   

Excavations at the Tell Qana archaeological site in Hod Hasharon, on behalf of Bar-Ilan University and the Israel Antiquities Authority, August 30, 2026.

‘Healing through restoration’: How Israel’s hidden dig site builds community out of archaeology

Egypt unearths Mamluk-era pilgrim’s inn belonging to lost city along historic Sinai trade route

Archaeologists find Ramesses II inscription in Sinai pointing to Egypt’s lost city of Mesn

Science   

A SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket lifts off carrying NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope at the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Florida, U.S., August 30, 2026.

NASA launches powerful Roman Space Telescope, a spy satellite turned to the stars

Is AI clairvoyant? ChatGPT can make personality tests and predict responses, Israeli study finds

NASA finds some microbes could survive on moon, raising concerns over unintended life transfer

Culture   

Photo of a screening at Yehi'am Fortress National Park/Courtesy of the Israel Nature and Parks Authority.

'Summer at the Movies' program brings family, films, and fun to Israel's national parks

'Megillat Yerushalyim': Israeli artist Rachel Kainy is turning Jerusalem into a living scroll

What to watch this week: 'Operation Thunderbolt,' 'Jurassic Park,' and Israeli classics

History   

Holocaust Survivor Nate Leipciger on the 2025 March of the Living

“Never let hatred define you – be proud of who you are”

KKL-JNF unveils archival photos showcasing Israeli classrooms in honor of new school year

On This Day: UK's Princess Diana dies in tragic car crash in Paris

OMG   

A Hungarian Cessna 172 crashed in a field after being stolen by a drunk pilot, August 29, 2026.

Drunk pilot arrested in Hungary after stealing plane, flying towards nuclear plant, crash-landing

Over 150 beagles rescued from testing at Wisconsin facility, marking over 2,000 released this year

Catch him if you can: Ex-flight attendant pleads guilty to posing as pilot for nearly five years

Travel   

Family vacation at a hotel, illustration.

Tishrei Holidays 2026: Is it really more cost-effective for families to fly abroad?

Did lost Ben-Gurion Airport bags end up in Cyprus?

Battle over Ein Jones spring: NIS 2M project sparks controversy

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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