Israel’s new Syria dilemma: Netanyahu’s Russia playbook faces 'Turkey test'

FRONTLINES
ANKARA IS seeking to entrench itself in Syria for strategic and economic reasons, but Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s broader ideological and historical ambitions are putting Turkey on a collision course with Israel, the writer argues. Russian President Vladimir Putin and Erdogan.
Girls play near a sign at Mount Bental, an observation post on the Israeli side of the Golan Heights, overlooking the Syrian side of the Kuneitra crossing
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (L) attends a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Kremlin in Moscow, Russia February 27, 2019

IDF kills terrorist after attempted West Bank stabbing, Israel reportedly strikes Lebanon

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Eisenkot leaps ahead as Likud support falters, projected to win 26 Knesset seats

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Amid reports that the Shas Party could be willing to sit with him in government, Yashar Party head Gadi Eisenkot did not rule out that option entirely. Here, Eisenkot attends the Sagi Laws for Equality Confrence at the Peres Center in Jaffa earlier this week.
Tomer Morad and his sister, Tal.

'Doesn't close the circle': Terror victim's sister opens up after IDF kills terrorist

INTERVIEW
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks during a special plenum session in honor of US President Donald Trump at the Knesset, in Jerusalem, October 13, 2025

Chance of Iran war expansion dropped after Trump declared economic warfare, officials say

Clashes erupt between Palestinians, Jewish West Bank settler group during unapproved hike

Israel's Ambassador to the US Yechiel Leiter speaks at the State Department, June 26, 2026; illustrative.

Turkey ‘crossed a red line’ in Syria, Israeli ambassador to US Leiter tells ‘Post’

INTERVIEW
Yehuda Katz.

My Word: Still bringing them home

OPINION
Israeli soldiers clash with Palestinians as they hold Friday prayers during a protest against Israeli settlement expansion and land confiscation near Bethlehem in the West Bank, July 3, 2026.

Jewish violence in the West Bank is terrorism - and Israel must admit it

OPINION
A Turkish flag waves atop the Turkish embassy as an Israeli flag is seen nearby, in Tel Aviv, Israel, June 26, 2016

Diplomacy becomes essential national security tool to combat Turkey's growing strength

EDITORIAL
New member of the Likud party Pinchas Idan, arrives to the Elections committee at the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem March 5, 2019.

After Ben-Gurion airport crisis, Netanyahu must placate thousands of raging voters

ANALYSIS
Despite pushbacks and boycotts, Israeli entertainers, like comedian, Yohay Sponder continue performing.

Despite boycotts and cancellation, Israeli entertainers stay proud of identity

JERUSALEM REPORT

What Australian trauma doctors found when they came to Israel

Group of Australian trauma physicians.

Israel Airports Authority chief warns those behind Ben-Gurion strike will 'pay the price'

Thousands of passengers wait at Ben Gurion International Airport near Tel Aviv after a strike was announced, August 20, 2026.

Chaos ensues at Ben-Gurion Airport after staff strike grinds Israeli air travel to a halt

Holocaust survivor rescued by Chief Rabbi Herzog reunites with his grandson, President Herzog

David Danieli with President Herzog
OPINION

Liberman's unified strategy is key for state-oriented Zionist bloc's victory in next elections

Yisrael Beytenu leader MK Avigdor Liberman leads a faction meeting at the Knesset, in Jerusalem, July 6, 2026
ByAVIGDOR LIBERMAN
OPINION

Middle Israel: Netanyahu's Likud list for the Israeli election highlights PM's cowardice

ByAMOTZ ASA-EL

Netanyahu and Erdogan

Israel struck Syria to avoid a direct clash with Turkey, experts say

 Indian military vehicels drive past during the Republic Day parade in New Delhi, India, January 26, 2026.

'We will tear you to pieces': Indian general warns Erdogan about pact with Saudi Arabia, Pakistan

 Iranian flag with stock graph and an oil pump jack miniature model are seen in this illustration taken October 9, 2023.

Iranian oil supplies to China tighten as US blockade cuts Tehran's crude exports

IDF soldiers in the West Bank.

IDF kills father of 2022 Tel Aviv shooting terrorist after he attempts to stab soldier during raid

Democratic Senate candidate El-Sayed’s mother worked for Hamas, Taliban-linked group

US Senate Democratic candidate Abdul El-Sayed speaks on stage, with vote counting continuing for Michigan's Democratic US Senate primary, in Detroit, Michigan, US, August 5, 2026

‘Battery is not protest’: US judge rejects defense in Israeli flag assault case

'It’s all a racial thing': Man faces federal charges after synagogue attack

This image shot on May 20, 2019 shows New York Central Synagogue on Lexington avenue.

Elected UK Green Party representative celebrates victory with attacks on ‘feral Zionist press’

Statement from elected UK Green Party Representative Eleanora Sophie Folan.

'This shall not stand': Jewish, interfaith leaders protest antisemitism at rally

US planning to block Abbas from addressing UN next month, sources tell 'Post'

PALESTINIAN AUTHORITY President Mahmoud Abbas gestures during the 8th General Conference of Fatah in Ramallah in May 2026.

Second Gidon refueling aircraft arrives in Israel to boost IAF’s long-range reach

Israel publishes internal war crimes probe, in first since October 7 Massacre

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stands behind U.S. President Donald Trump who speaks to the media on the day of a NATO leaders' summit in Ankara, Turkey, July 8, 2026.

Treasury Secretary Bessent says US will 'squash' Iranian economy, collapse 'murderous regime'

View of the unrecognized Bedouin village of Khan al-Ahmar, near Ma'ale Adumim, in the West Bank, on May 19, 2026. (Illustrative

France, Germany, UK, Italy condemn Israel's 'E1' West Bank plan, UK threatens sanctions

'I can unite the camps': Gantz tells 'Post' that gov. should exclude radicals like Ben-Gvir

INTERVIEW
  Blue and White Party Leader MK Benny Gantz at The Jerusalem Post studio this month.

Editor's Notes: In era of Jewish uncertainty, Israel must rework its relationship with Diaspora

COMMENT

Shabbat candle lighting times for Israel and US

Shabbat candles

Parashat Ki Tetze: Creating a deep bond and the secret of marriage

UNDER THE HUPPA.

Parashat Ki Tetze: Set adrift on the island of Elul

Kratos subsidiary Orbit secures major international satellite orders

Kratos Defense and Security Systems' GAIA100 tri-band ground station

Ondas acquires Aran Defense for $33.9 million as autonomous defense demand grows

Chinese-made drones could expose Israeli soldiers' locations, IDF officials warn

High-tech office complex

Israel's trillion-dollar dream depends on fixing its capital and institutional problems

OPINION
Artist's rendering of the Boeing F-47 fighter jet.

Israel to request information on US F-47 sixth-generation fighter jet, may seek to acquire for IAF

Poland protests Israel decision to end probe into killing of Polish Gaza aid worker

People sit in front of a World Central Kitchen in Deir al-Balah, Gaza Strip, on January 26, 2025.

Ukraine, Israel ‘fighting against same axis of evil,’ Ukrainian ambassador tells ‘Post’

INTERVIEW

Eight confirmed dead after charter plane crashes in western Alaska

A JetBlue Airlines plane approaches Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport near Alexandria, Virginia, U.S., December 24, 2025.
REPORT

Pentagon spokesperson says claims of US munitions shortage amid Iran war 'false'

A general view of the Pentagon in Washington, DC, US, March 21, 2025.

AIPAC-backed Democrat loses California House special election to Aisha Wahab

U.S. House candidate, California state Sen. Aisha Wahab speaks to the media during an election-night watch party at Firefighters Local 1909 on August 18, 2026 in Hayward, California

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.

They faced the Bondi terror attack as friends. They emerged with a love story

Alexandra Edmondson and James McIntosh's love story began in the middle of a terror attack

How a BGU researcher is manipulating crustaceans to protect the environment – and fight disease

A wild-type crustacean in molecular research at the Sagi Laboratory at BGU

'Think before you type': Expert explains how Yahalomi case shows dangers of sharing all with an AI

INTERVIEW
 Google logo and AI Artificial Intelligence words are seen in this illustration taken, May 4, 2023.

China’s humanoid robot industry edges toward ‘ChatGPT moment’ Unitree CEO says

Israeli artificial intelligence-based start-up acquired for millions by British holding company

E-Commerce; AI online shopping (illustrative)

Jerusalem's Green Line begins service Friday, expanding light rail network

Jerusalem's new light rail line

Ted Cruz hails $3.2 billion in Israeli investment, 4,200 jobs created in Texas

Israeli birdwatcher finds 30 migrating white storks dead under utility poles in Jordan Valley

Israeli birdwatcher discovers about 30 electrocuted, dead storks in the Jordan Valley, August 16, 2026.

Israel’s 'Alliance of Brothers' delegation aids in search and rescue efforts across Colombia

WATCH

Firefighters, planes bring fire in West Bank woods near evacuated settlement under control

Approximately 80 cows are corralled after wandering into a firing range during an IDF Golani Brigade training exercise on August 17, 2026

IDF halts Golani Brigade drill after 80 cows wander into firing range in North

WATCH
Hazardous material contained at Haifa factory August 17 2026

Worker exposed to hazardous substance in Shlomi factory, Fire and Rescue units dispatched

Surrounded yet alone: The hidden loneliness behind Israel’s mental health crisis

OPINION
Liron Barda and Bar Asraf

Scientists use AI to create viruses not found in nature, simultaneously raising alarms, enthusiasm

Two Israeli children eat chocolate spiked with hallucinogenic mushrooms, rushed to hospital

OPINION

Remembering IDF soldiers who lost their lives to hidden wounds

ByJANE KIEL

Jerusalem hospital performs first-ever alpha radiation treatment for recurring brain tumors

Australian lawyer makes aliyah just before October 7, quits job to launch babywear brand

MIRIAM AGRANAT with a collectible Tiftaf onesie.

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

'Time to come home': Seven families from New York's Persian Jewish community make aliyah together

New immigrants from Great Neck New York's Persian Jewish community arrive at Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion Airport. August 11, 2026.

Twenty-four years of new olim: Nefesh B'Nefesh welcomes its 100,000th immigrant to Israel

The Douglas family, including Nefesh B'Nefesh's 100,000th olah, celebrate their immigration to Israel, August 2026.

Birthright Israel launches project to build gardens for Druze town two years after Hezbollah strike

Birthright Israel volunteers in Majdal Shams.

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

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.

An ultra-luxury Jerusalem icon

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

Shponder & Fadlon Project.

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

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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   

Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his wife Sara arrive to cast their vote at a polling station in Jerusalem on August 17, 2026, as party members vote in the Likud primary elections to determine the party’s Knesset list ahead of the Israeli general elections.

Bar-Asher Siegal warns Israel's place in EU research frameworks is now an open question

Israel and Colombia announce visa exemption, Trump declares 'Economic D-Day' on Iran

Yoav Heller: Israel needs political renewal, not more boycotts

US Politics   

Florida's Democratic US Senate nominee Angie Nixon greets people on the campaign trail in Miami ahead of Tuesday's primary.

Why an anti-Israel DSA member bested Alex Vindman in a Florida Senate primary

Democratic Senate candidate El-Sayed’s mother worked for Hamas, Taliban-linked group

US national debt tops $40 trillion for first time, doubled under presidents Trump, Biden

Diaspora   

Australian dollars are seen in an illustration photo February 8, 2018.

Israeli investment scam defrauds over 4,000 Australians out of millions of dollars

Ted Cruz hails $3.2 billion in Israeli investment, 4,200 jobs created in Texas

Israeli man missing in Japan for over three weeks, authorities seek public's assistance in search

Judaism   

‘NO MAN is an island, entire of itself...’

Parashat Ki Tetze: Set adrift on the island of Elul

Parashat Ki Tetze: Creating a deep bond and the secret of marriage

Shabbat candle lighting times for Israel and US

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   

Food at the Tandoori restaurant in Tel Aviv.

Tandoori: Restaurant moves near Tel Aviv beach, bringing sea breeze to the spice

Wine Talk: Salute the wine ambassadors

In the kitchen with Henny: Road-trip ready meals for kids

Archaeology   

Aerial view of the Israel Antiquities Authority excavation in Ramat Gan, August 16, 2026.

Archaeologists unearth 1,300-year-old ‘shopping hub’ beneath stadium in central Israel

‘Smoking gun evidence’: Bronze Age shaman long thought to be male revealed to be female goldworker

Ancient Egyptian princesses were skilled archers, trained with weapons, controversial study claims

Science   

 OpenAI logo is seen in this illustration taken May 20, 2024

AI agent caught creating fake online identities during OpenAI, Anthropic model security evaluations

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

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   

Retired Brig.-Gen. Tzuri Sagi.

Renowned IDF paratrooper, architect of Kurdish relations, Tzuri Sagi dies aged 92

Iran’s Baloch uprising: A rising lever or a strategic illusion?

Nazi war criminal's chilling account of Warsaw Ghetto destruction reaches English readers

OMG   

At an animal shelter, teenage volunteers from the youth club care for and walk beagles from pharmaceutical laboratories that are awaiting adoption, in Yvre L Eveque, France, September 6, 2025.

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

Surf’s pup: Some 20 dogs make a splash at annual World Dog Surfing Championships in California

Travel   

A new way for Israelis to book rides abroad - without downloading a local app.

Travel abroad just like at home: The new way Israelis are skipping the airport hassle

From check-In to boarding: The technologies set to transform Ben-Gurion Airport

12 years after the oil spill: What is happening in the Avrona Nature Reserve now?

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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