The Jerusalem Post Archive

9 July 2026
We are at war: How settler extremists are attacking Palestinians, Israeli democracy - opinion

While the majority of us look away, a determined minority is reshaping our country.

At 250, America must remember what made it worth fighting for - opinion

America’s anniversary is a moment to celebrate its ideals and recognize the forces challenging the freedoms it was built to protect.

Trump must not abandon his promise to people of Iran as collapse of Tehran deal looms - editorial

In January, US President Donald Trump told the Iranian people that help was coming; six months later, they deserve more than silence, bargaining, and regret.

Turkey doesn't need F-35s to threaten Israel. It's already testing its arsenal in Libya - opinion

While Trump dangles sanctions relief and fighter jets in Ankara, the more revealing story about what Turkey does with advanced military technology is already unfolding on Libya's coast

Platner suspends Senate campaign, forcing Democrats to pivot in crucial Maine race

Many Democrats had already questioned Platner's fitness for office before Politico reported on Monday that a woman accused him of forcing her to have sex with him nearly ⁠five years ago.

Rahm Emanuel: Democrats who support Israel can still lead the party to the White House

Emanuel, most recently the US ambassador to Japan, is considering a presidential run in 2028. He is a former US congressman from Illinois as well as a former Chicago Mayor.

Secrets of Huqoq: New Galilee exhibit premieres mosaics, coins found at ancient Jewish settlement

The ruins of the ancient settlement of Huqoq, which reached its peak during the Roman-Byzantine period, sits in the heart of the Amiad Forest in an open space near a spring of the same name.

Will Turkey box Israel out of Hamas's future role in Gaza?

Israel watches Turkey’s rise with concern as F-35 talks, Hamas’s refusal to disarm and Iran’s uranium stockpile reshape the regional threat map.

NATO 'came a long way today,' falling back into favor with Trump after the Ankara summit

Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One, "I did have issues, and I still do. But Spain, they came back all the way today. Spain was very generous today."

Hundreds rally in Houston after ICE fatally shoots migrant during enforcement operation

Family members, lawmakers and immigrant advocates called for an independent investigation after an ICE officer fatally shot a longtime Houston resident during a targeted enforcement operation.

Bonnie Tyler, Welsh singer of 'Total Eclipse of the Heart', dead at 75

Tyler, whose releases also included "It's a Heartache" and "Lost in France," has died, BBC News reported on Thursday. She was 75.

The US is seeking to take the initiative with new Iran strikes - analysis

US President Donald Trump at the NATO Summit in Ankara earlier on July 8 said that Iran was not being serious in the talks on the Memorandum of Understanding.

Iran war could go 'from zero to one hundred,' Israel is prepared for renewed fighting - analysis

The Israeli assessment is that senior American administration officials also do not intend to return to full fighting.

Ghalibaf: 'If you strike, you'll get hit,' IRGC claims responsibility for Kuwait, Bahrain strikes

"America still hasn't learned that bullying and breaking promises are no longer cost-free," Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said in a post on X.

Sirens continue to sound in Jordan, Kuwait, as Iran retaliates to US strikes

US strikes Iran's defense systems • Sirens sound in Gulf states • Hamas begins dissolving its Gaza government

Trump: Iran attacks in Gulf are 'out of control, they badly want to make a deal'

"I just don't know if they're worthy of making a deal," Trump told reporters on Air Force One after the NATO summit in Turkey. "I don't know that they're going to honor the deal; that's the problem."

White House preparing for prolonged Iran conflict over Hormuz - report

US officials believe the conflict could last from several days to weeks, depending on whether Iran continues attacks on commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, Axios reported.

PA's Mahmoud Abbas, Gaza panel head Shaath speak in first publicized call since NCAG's formation

Shaath, a former deputy minister for the PA, was reported to have thanked Abbas for the call, claiming it was impactful.

Iran suspends Tehran-Mashhad trains after reported US strike on bridge

Several explosions were reported in Iran's Bushehr province after overnight US strikes, with Iranian state media later claiming a US projectile hit the perimeter of the Bushehr nuclear power plant.

Lebanon grants bail to famed singer, militant after decade-long fugitive run

Fadel Shaker surrendered to authorities last October after spending 12 years evading arrest, hiding in the Palestinian refugee camp of Ein el-Hilweh.

Damascus yet to keep pledge to respect rights of detainees, UN inquiry team says

Despite Damascus’s pledge, the members noted that families still struggle to find relatives held in custody and many detainees face long periods of detention without judicial review.

Traveling in Messi’s footsteps: The city where a boy from Rosario became a legend

Argentina’s comeback put Messi in the spotlight again, but Rosario never left him. A route, murals and Messi-inspired ice cream made it a destination.

Jerusalem among the top 10 cities in the world this year

In the annual ranking of the prestigious American magazine Travel + Leisure, in which more than 661,000 readers from around the world participated, Jerusalem was ranked seventh in the world.

250 days alone against the ocean: The Israeli taking on one of the world's toughest challenges

No GPS, no stopovers and no outside help: Daniel Pinsky begins the Golden Globe Race in September, chasing a dream while representing Israel.

Former Virginia Attorney General lays out first blueprint for confronting antisemitism in US

Jason Miyares detailed the model he advanced in Virginia, including the establishment of dedicated antisemitism task forces, and encouraged peers to implement it in their states.

Rare Herzl letters, early Zionist treasures up for auction to support fight against antisemitism

Historic auction offers collectors the chance to own museum-quality Jewish, Zionist and Israeli memorabilia while funding global efforts to combat rising antisemitism.

Anti-Israel protests organized by global NGO network tied to IRGC, Islamists, NGO Monitor reveals

NGO Monitor aimed to lift the veil on the notion that the protests are grassroots, revealing them instead to be part of a well-coordinated effort by NGOs, special interests, and foreign agents.

AI chatbots ignore, deny antisemitism in Persian, ADL research finds

The key finding of the new research is that the world's most widely used AI chatbots fail, "without exception," to identify and reject antisemitism as effectively in Persian as they do in English.

A summer of new beginnings

More than 2,300 North American olim will make aliyah this summer, embarking on new lives in Israel with dreams of building their future in the Jewish homeland

Vietnam defies Eurosatory ban and met with Israeli defense companies

Senior Vietnamese officials, led by Deputy Minister Senior Lieutenant General Nguyen Truong Thang, devoted a lot of time to the Israeli companies at the exhibition

Rafael in talks to set up Iron Dome interceptor production line in India - report

Rafael currently produces the system’s interceptors at one of its plants in northern Israel, and last year a missile production line also began operating in the US in partnership with Raytheon.

Couple who robbed elderly neighbor after meeting in bomb shelter sentenced to prison

According to their indictment, 25-year-old Asil Nassar and her partner at the time, 26-year-old Miar Heiv, began to grow close to their neighbor during the war.

Haredi protesters, IDF soldiers clash outside of Military Prison 10 amid draft dodging controversy

The protesters were acting violently, according to the military, and they entered a restricted military area before being forcibly removed. 

‘True friends tell each other the truth’: Rahm Emanuel’s critique of Israel draws cheers - analysis

Whether Emanuel’s critique will land with the Israeli establishment or with the ruling coalition remains to be seen.

Herzog draws red line after David Zini’s pledge of loyalty to the elected echelon

His remarks followed David Zini's comments, in which he explained why he accepted Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s offer to serve as head of the Shin Bet (Israel Security Agency).

Katz rejects Trump's claim that Israel will withdraw from Lebanon, confirms IDF will remain there

"We did not ask anyone's permission to enter Lebanon, and we do not need permission to stay in Lebanon," Katz stated.

HaBashan Pioneers settler group crosses Syria border, spends night on Mount Hermon

Following their activities earlier this week, a group of activists once again climbed into the Mount Hermon area, in the newly controlled areas under IDF authority beyond the official border line.

IDF soldier who ran marathons carrying heavy weights dies of cancer after nearly three year battle

Yoav Shriker had previously broken Israeli records by running a half marathon carrying 35 kg. and a full marathon carrying 32 kg.

Herzog, elections chief, Shin Bet head warn of efforts to disrupt upcoming vote

“Elections are not a civil war,” Herzog said, warning of foreign digital influence and efforts to damage Israeli society.

Likud lawmaker Nissim Vaturi says Na'ama Lazimi is 'worse than Hamas,' faces probe calls

MK Naama Lazimi called for a criminal investigation into Likud MK Nissim Vaturi, accusing him of incitement after he said she would fit in Hamas elections.

Tel Aviv University opens $35m Sylvan Adams Sport Science Institute

The new institute will partner with the Olympic Committee of Israel to provide scientific support for athletes preparing for the 2028 and 2032 Olympic Games.

Aerial innovation: United Hatzalah’s expanding drone capabilities

Eli Beer, Founder and President, "A lot of new things are coming out of United Hatzalah. We are an innovation center." 

Global health leaders gather at Ichilov Medical Center to learn crisis preparedness

As global instability redefines healthcare, top officials from 13 nations land in Israel to decode the real-world strategy of keeping hospitals functional, resilient, and humane under fire.

Israel Police detain suspect caught carrying axe near Haifa's IDF recruitment center

Police arrived at the scene shortly after the suspicious behavior was reported, and the man was detained and brought in for investigation.

Misteriosas 'bolas espaciales' aparecen en la costa australiana

En un misterio desde el infinito y más allá, seis 'bolas espaciales' aparecieron en la costa australiana, causando que la ASA y el departamento de bomberos local investigaran de dónde provienen.

Suenan las sirenas en los estados del Golfo tras ataques de EE.UU. a Irán

"Estados Unidos todavía no ha aprendido que el acoso y romper promesas ya no son gratuitos", dijo el Presidente del Parlamento de Irán, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, en una publicación en X.

Trump: Los ataques de Irán en el Golfo están fuera de control; están deseando llegar a un acuerdo

El presidente de los Estados Unidos, Donald Trump, afirmó que Irán había llamado queriendo hacer un trato, después de haber dicho anteriormente que el Memorándum de Entendimiento había terminado.

Soldados solitarios de las FDI: Cómo Israel apoya a los inmigrantes voluntarios en el ejército

“Los soldados olim (inmigrantes) que vienen del extranjero a Israel lo hacen puramente por un sentido de sionismo y porque realmente quieren participar en ayudar a Israel y a las FDI.”

Foods that will protect facial skin

Vitamin E is not a substitute for sunscreen, a hat, or avoiding excessive sun exposure. But it is indeed part of the body's natural defense system. Here is how to consume enough of it.

How much calcium should you take in supplements? This is the answer | Dr. Maya Rosman

Why is it recommended to prefer calcium from food, how do high doses affect blood vessels, and how to correctly calculate daily intake to protect bones without taking risks?

Why Hebrew University is the top choice for Olim

Before Israel became a state, HUJI was already helping shape the home it would become.

Arkia Israel Airlines to resume flights to Marrakesh, Morocco, after wartime hiatus

According to the airline, the flights will operate twice a week, on Mondays and Wednesdays, allowing Israeli travelers to visit one of North Africa's "most fascinating destinations."

A 2,267% surge in demand for this profession

Globally, the demand for Claude Code experts jumped by 938%, but in Israel, the numbers are even sharper with a surge of 2,267% within just half a year.

A boost for the tourism industry: Avia Magen joins Airport City to establish a hotel chain

The new chain will operate Eilat’s Princess Hotel after years of closure. Airport City will develop five luxury hotels with 1,100 rooms and NIS 1 billion investment.

Report: Amazon plans giant fundraise of at least $25 billion

According to the Bloomberg network, the tech giant plans to raise at least $25 billion in a bond offering to fund its massive investments in artificial intelligence.

While Trump cashed in: Million investors lost billions in his coin

About two thirds of the wallets that purchased TRUMP are at a loss, while the US president himself reported earnings of approximately $636 million from activity related to the coin.

VAT on reinsurance transactions and overseas loans

In a panel led by Gal Greenberg of KPMG Israel, VAT Director David Shilon revealed that the Tax Authority considered expanding VAT rules under a legislative amendment to cover additional sectors.

The billion–shekel industry celebrating on the backs of pre–army youth

From thousands of shekels on preparation courses for the DAPAR test and interviews to combat fitness training: This is how IDF service became a financial burden on the Israeli family.

This is the company that is the best to work for in Israel

CofaceBDi ranking for 2026: Tech dominates with record presence, Israel Aerospace Industries leaps forward, and Nvidia maintains the summit.

Lost decade: Haredi men's employment stagnates

The employment rate for Haredi men stands at 53% – a figure that represents a decade-long halt and sparks pessimism regarding the achievement of government targets.

Israel’s digital wallet boom signals a new era for online payments
Renewed U.S.-Iran tensions trigger fresh surge in oil prices
Breathing Data: How environmental data is rewriting public health in Israel

Ben-Gurion University’s Prof. Lena Novack turns pollution, climate, and even drinking water into large-scale health data that is shaping national policy.

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