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US commits to rehabilitation of Islamic regime with at least $300 b. in reported leaked MOU

BY SHIR PERETS — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 19:55:26 GMT

The reported draft focuses primarily on the end of the ongoing conflict, the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, and the release of all funds currently sanctioned by the US.

Israelis deserve answers on US-Iran deal, not a campaign speech - editorial

BY JPOST EDITORIAL — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 05:59:32 GMT

Netanyahu’s address on the US-Iran deal leaves Israelis without answers, focusing on political messaging rather than clarity on the agreement’s implications.

How Israel made Trump's Iran betrayal inevitable - comment

BY EZRA TAYLOR — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:17:12 GMT

Trump pulled the plug on Iran because Israel spent years manicuring the lawn it only knows how to mow.

Britain launches Israel-Palestine peace fund alongside Australia, Canada

BY ARIELLA ROITMAN — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 05:59:53 GMT

The fund complements the UK's wider efforts to support a two-state solution between Israel and Palestine, said Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper.

Inside Elbit's laser lab: How an aerial Iron Beam will alter modern warfare - exclusive

BY YONAH JEREMY BOB — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 20:32:34 GMT

The Jerusalem Post recently visited Elbit's facility and met with experts in the field, to see the insides of the laser, and laboratories where its various pieces are developed up close.

Air Force head should not have revealed details of canceled mission, Netanyahu tells Zamir - report

BY TZVI JASPER — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 01:19:31 GMT

"He shouldn't have written that, this was a national mistake and a blow to our unity," Netanyahu told Zamir. "It embarrasses us in front of Trump."

Ambassador Huckabee defies Trump, claims US would not exist with Israel

BY TZVI JASPER — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 03:48:27 GMT

"It is your heritage, without a doubt," he said, "but it is also the heritage of the United States. Without Israel, without the Jewish foundation, there would not be America."

Trump on Lebanon: 'If Israel can't do the job without killing everyone, Syria should do it'

BY JONAH DAVIDOV — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 13:10:39 GMT

Trump says he considers the Lebanon war a minor one, and an arena in which Syria can take on Hezbollah in partnership with the United States if Israel under Netanyahu cannot be reigned in.

Russian-held Crimea curbs the use of motorcycles, saying they sound like drones

BY REUTERS — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 05:00:45 GMT

"The moped noise hampers the work of defense systems. Their engines sound similar [to drones]," said an official regarding the temporary ban.

Iranian football player's US visa expired after one World Cup game, Iran Football Federation says

BY REUTERS — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 01:59:01 GMT

The Iran Football Federation assured it was taking action to obtain a new visa for the team's winger, Mehdi Torabi, after his visa expired following a match against New Zealand in Los Angeles.

Entire Bnei Menashe community to immigrate to Israel within five years, gov't promises

BY ARIELLA ROITMAN — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 03:05:03 GMT

The government approved a proposal to bring the entire 6,000-person community from northern India to Israel, with 1,200 members expected to arrive by the end of this year.

Beyond the postcard

BY RONNIE ROSENMAN AND IN COLLABORATION WITH MINISTRY OF TOURISM — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:05:38 GMT

A new campaign invites audiences to experience Israel’s living culture

Naamat International President: Women's leadership is a democratic imperative, not a women's issue

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF AND IN COLLABORATION WITH NAAMAT — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:48:11 GMT

"My golden advice to women is: don't wait for permission. If you want to do it, do it. Get to the table and sit there, and don't wait for opportunity."

Jerusalem home to 400+ hi-tech firms, JDA chief Tsachi Namir tells 'Post' conference

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 14:56:01 GMT

His remarks were delivered during a panel titled “Innovation to Impact: Building Israel’s Next Economic Engine,” moderated by Dr. Efraim Chalamish.

Believe your enemy wants to hurt you, WZO’s Yifat Ovadia Luski tells 'Post' conference

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF AND IN COLLABORATION WITH WZO — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 19:16:12 GMT

“When your enemies tell you they want to hurt you, believe them.”

Gilad Erdan: ‘Defund the UN, replace it with a real league of democracies’

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 20:34:40 GMT

Speaking at The Jerusalem Post Conference in New York, the former UN ambassador said any deal that leaves Iran’s regime in place would be dangerous for Israel’s future.

World Emunah pres. talks women's resilience, support for vulnerable families at 'Post' conference

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF AND IN COLLABORATION WITH WORLD EMUNAH — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 16:50:57 GMT

Speaking at the Jerusalem Post Conference, Ross details how women are balancing expanded responsibilities while helping sustain Israel through crisis.

Four infants hospitalized in Jerusalem after consuming puree containing sedatives

BY AVIHAI CHIIM AND EFRAT FORSHER — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 03:48:50 GMT

Blood tests conducted on the infants found traces of benzodiazepines, a substance used in psychiatric medications and sedatives.

'You Arabs should not be here': Suspect arrested for spitting at, threatening pharmacist

BY HODAYA RAN — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 01:25:15 GMT

According to the suspicion, Bublil arrived at the pharmacy on Monday with a prescription for his wife. During his time there, a dispute developed between him and the pharmacists.

Fmr. Mossad intelligence chief: Iran could move faster toward nuclear bomb under new leadership

BY 103FM — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 22:59:39 GMT

"This is the Americans’ war; their army did everything, and that is how it is presented there in the US. I mean, they decide, they close the war," Ze'ev Palti said.

US denied Israel's request to view Iran deal prior to signing ceremony, source tells 'Post'

BY AMICHAI STEIN AND JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 18:27:47 GMT

Earlier on Tuesday, US President Donald Trump said he would read the deal "word for word," though he did not specify when.

'Sold their brothers': Israeli right-wing figures brand Witkoff, Kushner as 'losers' over Iran deal

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:54:01 GMT

Channel 14 commentators criticized Kushner and Witkoff's involvement in the US deal with Iran, claiming that they're turning their backs on the country in a time of need.

Maccabiah 2026 launched in Tel Aviv under theme 'More Than Ever'

BY JERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 22:59:15 GMT

The road to Maccabiah 2026 began in Tel Aviv this week with a launch ceremony that unveiled the “More Than Ever” theme and announced the torchbearers for the opening event.

Jerusalem Film Festival announces Israeli lineup

BY HANNAH BROWN — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:56 GMT

This year, the festival's Israeli program includes a wide-ranging lineup of feature films, documentaries, shorts, experimental films, and restored classics.

Joint Jewish-Arab party launches ahead of upcoming elections, calling for equality

BY KESHET NEEV — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 21:59:06 GMT

A new Jewish-Arab political party, “A Place for All of Us,” has launched ahead of Israel’s upcoming elections, calling for shared leadership, equality, and social change.

US-Iran framework seen impacting Israel-Lebanon negotiations, diplomats tell 'Post'

BY AMICHAI STEIN — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 22:15:06 GMT

The talks will focus on the possibility of normalization between the two countries and on the continued implementation of the agreement reached earlier this month.