The Jerusalem Post Archive

12 January 2006
'No deal with mullahs': Trump must finish the job in Iran - opinion

One thing is for certain: The moment President Trump steps out of the White House, even the best deal will unravel.

Violence in the Arab sector after Oct. 7: The solution is in childhood education - opinion

Chronic insecurity intensifies fear, and fear often amplifies defensive arming and reactive violence.

Lebanon shows that Europe’s security model is outdated - opinion

Germany urges Hezbollah’s disarmament, but Lebanon reveals the limits of Europe’s deterrence model in an age of hybrid warefare.

From Rojava to the world: Kurdish-Jewish solidarity is a necessity - opinion

Memory, security, and a shifting Middle East reshape the meaning of Kurdish-Jewish solidarity as Rojava faces existential tests.

A cautious Ramadan: Balancing security, rights, and common sense for a peaceful month - editorial

As Ramadan begins, Israel takes a cautious approach, managing security without escalating tensions, hoping for a month of prayer and peace.

U2 releases EP featuring poem by Israeli poet Yehuda Amichai

Israel Prize winner Yehuda Amichai, who died in 2000, is considered by many to have been the greatest modern Israeli poet.

A doctor explains: Is it possible to whiten teeth at home – and if so, how?

Have you tried whitening teeth with baking soda, lemon, or whitening toothpastes? A doctor explains what works and what doesn’t – and also: Are there dangerous side effects?

Dr. Maya Rosman reveals: This is the healthiest meat substitute

For those looking to reduce animal-based food consumption, lentils are the perfect solution. Here are all the reasons.

Turkey tightens trade embargo against Israel

Turkey has stopped issuing Eur-Med certificates that enable Israel to import Turkish goods via Europe.

Meta's Zuckerberg denies at LA trial that Instagram targets kids

Mark Zuckerberg faces questions in a trial accusing Meta and Google of profiting from social media addiction and harming children’s mental health.

DREAM unveils Israel’s first sovereign AI data center for government and critical infrastructure

Tens-of-millions-of-dollars investment to establish independent AI infrastructure for regulated and mission-critical environments

Discount Bank launches “Smart Future,” Israel’s first-of-its-kind digital pension planning platform

This innovative digital platform is designed to help customers plan and manage their pension savings and insurance

Why have small and mid-sized businesses become prime targets in the AI era?

Ro’ee Margalit, Co-Founder and CEO of Rotate, which recently became part of Check Point, explains how the acceleration of AI has reshaped the threat model

2026 Next-Gen Women Entrepreneurship Award: Three minutes, one stage, real leverage

At the Women Leader Summit in Tel Aviv this March, three start-ups will pitch for the 2026 Next-Gen Women Entrepreneurship Award, powered by The Luzzatto Group.

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AI forex automation is transforming trade execution speed

Quicker trades, sharper decisions and a market that never stops moving: AI is quietly rewriting the rules for forex trading across Israel and the Middle East. And speed is the real game-changer here.

South in the Heart returns: Where to explore, eat, and see stunning blooms

The Darom Adom festival, now South in the Heart, returns with traditional activities, optimism, and hope. Come support a region that has become a symbol of resilience.

Good news for patients: Shorter waiting time for biopsy results at L.E.M laboratory, Mor Institute

About 7 days for results instead of 16 | Ruth Baruch, CEO of Israel’s largest pathology lab, says biopsy results are crucial for treatment, beyond the nerve-wracking wait.

On the map: The Israeli hotel wins prestigious global recognition

After two years away, Ritz-Carlton Herzliya returns to top global tourism, with luxury service, spa, and dining that put Israel in the spotlight.

Indulgences and temptations for Purim: The tasty news of Israel

The surprise box of Cremugit and Petit Beurre is aimed at Purim, and long after.

The K-Beauty wave continues: A new Korean skincare brand lands on the shelves

Minimalist formulas without fragrance or color, beloved ingredients such as centella and hyaluronic acid, and accessible prices – The new skincare line is intended for daily use and for all skin type

Not just vacuums: Dreame enters the TV market in Israel

The company known for robotic vacuum cleaners is expanding into home entertainment and will launch two series of Google TV screens at the end of February.

Fun, healthy ways for Israeli families to enjoy European apples and kiwis
A new nuclear era is taking shape and markets are repricing risk - opinion

As nuclear restraint collapses, a new arms race is erupting and it's reshaping global security and investment reality

Polish PM tells citizens to evacuate Iran, Bennett slams Carlson

The Jerusalem Post's must-listen news roundup with Shifra Jacobs—the top stories, clear and concise. 

'Impersonating officer' Assaf Shmuelovitz to serve sentence in psychiatric hospital

The defendant was charged with serious espionage, transmitting information, entering a secret location, and obtaining things by fraud after infiltrating Southern Command headquarters on October 7.

Five hospitalized after fire breaks out in building in Tel Aviv's Rabbi Elnakvah Street

MDA teams that arrived at the scene conveyed all those who had been injured to the hospital, including a 50-year-old man who was in serious condition after inhaling smoke.

Anti-Hamas Gaza militia leader says group readying for next phase after dismantling tunnels

“The first phase is that we are depriving Hamas of one of its most important means: the tunnels," Duhine told N12 News.

Bennett: 'Chickens***' Tucker Carlson landed in Israel, faked harassment, 'whined,' and left

Bennett argued that Carlson didn’t even set foot in the country, yet made up a story that he was harassed by Israeli security.

High Court presses Levin over refusal to work with Supreme Court president as appointments stall

The hearing was held in response to a petition by the Zulat Institute, which is seeking an order compelling Levin to engage with Amit in order to advance routine appointments within the judiciary.

Expert: Lessons, trauma from October 7 informing new West Bank land registration policy - interview

Israeli leaders are choosing to prioritize physical security, even if it means “taking the risk of being a pariah nation,” foreign policy expert Harley Lippman said.

Braverman asks High Court to lift travel ban, argues diplomatic post, foreign relations at stake

Tzachi Braverman has asked Israel's High Court to overturn a district court ruling reinstating restrictive conditions, including a travel ban, preventing him from assuming his London ambassador post.

Israel was world’s top target for geopolitical cyberattacks in 2025-Radware

According to Radware’s 2026 Global Cyber Threat Report, there was a 168% surge in DDoS attacks and an increase of more than 120% in application-layer attacks.

IDF overhauls pre-draft medical screening checks during military conscription process

The IDF is overhauling its pre-draft medical screening to streamline the process, remove unnecessary exams, and introduce new tests for better accuracy and efficiency in preparing draft candidates.

Ono Academic College unveils International Law Program bridging Israeli and US legal systems

New LL.B. track at Ono International School combines Israeli law with NY Bar eligibility

Future Gaza admin unveils updated logo after adding shield, olive branch to PA emblem

"[Prime Minister Benjamin] Netanyahu is the founder of the Palestinian state," MK Avigdor Liberman (Israel Beytenu) said of the change in a post to X/Twitter. 

IDF chief, Katz threaten Iran, Houthis with 'immediate, grave' price if they attack Israel

Zamir said that the IDF's metaphorical finger was "on the trigger" if its enemies were to make any operational change.

Jerusalem court sentences man who posed as single in relationships with twelve women

The court determined that Fraiser’s actions constituted a single continuous criminal episode, with the defendant facing 20 to 36 months in prison.

96-year-old Holocaust survivor completes Aliyah in Tel Aviv

Charlotte Roth makes Aliyah, surrounded by five generations of descendants

Irán expande y fortifica sus instalaciones nucleares en medio de las tensiones con EE.UU.

Imágenes de satélite muestran que Irán ha construido recientemente un escudo de concreto sobre una nueva instalación en un sitio militar sensible y la ha cubierto con tierra, según expertos.

Irán emite un NOTAM sobre los lanzamientos de cohetes previstos para el jueves

El NOTAM se emitió para áreas del sur de Irán desde las 3:30 GMT hasta las 13:30 GMT del jueves.

Irán presentará una propuesta por escrito para resolver el enfrentamiento con EE.UU.

Se espera que Irán presente una propuesta escrita sobre cómo evitar su enfrentamiento con Estados Unidos después de las conversaciones entre EE. UU. e Irán en Ginebra el martes.

Tucker Carlson visita Israel para reunirse con Huckabee

La entrevista se realizó después de un intercambio público entre Carlson y el embajador Huckabee y tuvo lugar dentro del complejo del aeropuerto Ben-Gurion, según fuentes del Jerusalem Post.

El Príncipe Andrew es arrestado por vínculos con Jeffrey Epstein

El Príncipe Andrew fue arrestado bajo sospecha de mala conducta en el cargo público por presuntas acusaciones de que envió documentos gubernamentales confidenciales a Jeffrey Epstein, informó la BBC.

Se está viendo una escalada sin precedentes de tensiones entre Estados Unidos e Irán

Lavrov advierte que cualquier nuevo ataque de Estados Unidos a Irán podría tener serias consecuencias, instando a la contención y la diplomacia ante las crecientes tensiones.

International federation votes against expelling Israeli social workers' union

The International Federation of Social Workers voted to keep the Israeli Union of Social Workers after weeks of debate, rejecting a motion to expel the group amid opposition from Jewish organizations

New York UN School ignored Jewish teacher's antisemitism complaints, investigated her instead

Nadine Sébag filed a complaint against the UNIS, stating that administrators and senior leadership were fully aware of the harassment and did nothing to prevent it.

Terror-linked Samidoun actively promoting terror, armed resistance in Sweden

The NGO, which referred to the October 7 attacks as a "great revolutionary event," is designated as a terrorist entity by Israel, Germany, the US, and Canada.

US military ready to strike Iran as early as Saturday, but Trump yet to make final decision - CBS

US military officials are ready to strike Iran as early as this Saturday, but Trump has not yet made a final decision.

IDF responds to Hezbollah ceasefire violations with targeted strikes

The IDF has struck Hezbollah terror sites after the group’s repeated violations of the ceasefire, escalating tensions on the border.

Trump says Hamas afraid to die, likely to give up either weapons as promised

"We will find out about Iran in about 10 days," Trump added. "We do have some work to do in Iran. They can't have a nuclear weapon."

Russia says it's seeing unprecedented escalation of tensions between US and Iran

Lavrov warns that any new US strike on Iran could have serious consequences, urging restraint and diplomacy amid rising tensions and ongoing talks to resolve the nuclear standoff.

Israeli President Herzog sends Ramadan message to Iranians, slams Tehran’s ‘reign of terror’

I truly hope and pray that this reign of terror will end and that we will see a different era in the Middle East,” Herzog said.

UK condemns 10-year sentence for British nationals detained in Iran under espionage allegations

Craig and Lindsay Foreman had been charged with espionage after Iran accused them of gathering information in several parts of the country.

Iranians to N12: People 'on edge,' awaiting US launch of 'decisive' war to topple the regime

As 40 days of mourning end and US forces mass in the region, voices from Tehran and Mashhad speak of anger, fear and hope for change.

IDF confirms Gaza Commonwealth war cemetery damaged in operation to destroy Hamas terror tunnels

The IDF's operation to dismantle Hamas tunnels in Gaza has damaged a Commonwealth military cemetery, raising concerns about the preservation of war graves and the handling of sensitive sites.

Poles should leave Iran immediately, evacuation may be impossible in matter of hours, PM Tusk warns

"Please leave Iran immediately... and do not go to this country under any circumstances," Tusk said.

IDF, Hamas committed atrocity crimes in Gaza, UN report claims

A UN report claims the IDF, Hamas, and other groups committed war crimes in Gaza, including ethnic cleansing and hostage mistreatment.

US anti-ISIS mission in Syria is ending - analysis

Ever since the last ISIS enclave was cleared, the US has been backing the SDF to continue to crack down on any ISIS cells that pop up and also to detain the ISIS fighters.

US reps. Khanna, Massie push to block Trump's ability to strike Iran without Congressional consent

Ro Khanna (D-CA) and Thomas Massie (R-KY) are planning to force a vote on a war powers resolution to require any Iran strike to obtain Congressional approval.

Iranian regime may target Kurdish opposition groups if war breaks out - analysis

Kurdish groups in Iran are moving to form a unified front and platform in opposition to the regime amid protests and US-Iran tensions.

Ukraine dissatisfied with 'difficult' peace talks, US sees 'meaningful progress'

Two days of peace talks between Ukraine and Russia ended at a standstill. However, the delegations said they would meet again soon amidst mounting pressure from US President Donald Trump.

Top US commander for Latin America makes surprise visit to Venezuela

The trip, along with last week's visit by US Secretary of Energy Chris Wright, is part of US President Donald Trump's efforts to push Venezuela to carry out sweeping reforms.

Kosovo, Kazakhstan, to join Gaza International Stabilization Force

The two countries will join Indonesia, Morocco, Greece, and Albania in their efforts to bring peace and stability to post-war Gaza.

Gideon Sa'ar responds to Yvette Cooper’s criticism of Israel during UN Security Council meeting

Gideon Sa'ar sharply responded to Yvette Cooper's criticism of Israel's land policies at the UN, referencing the Balfour Declaration and historical British support for a Jewish homeland.

Currently no plans to buy additional F-35 jets, Berlin says

"There are no plans, and there is no decision," the government spokesperson said.

RSF's mass killings of non-Arabs in Sudan's al-Fashir points to genocide, UN probe says

At the end of October last year, the RSF took over al‑Fashir, which had been the last remaining stronghold of the Sudanese Armed Forces in the Darfur region in the west of the country.

UK police arrest King Charles' brother Andrew amid Jeffrey Epstein investigation, BBC reports

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, the younger brother of King Charles, has denied any wrongdoing in relation to convicted pedophile Jeffrey Epstein.

‘To be a light unto the nations Israel must lead the global struggle for the survival of the West'

The First Judeo-Christian Zionist Congress convenes in Tennessee: ‘In Nashville, I expanded Zionism to the nations’

WATCH: Trump to speak at Gaza Board of Peace meeting

The meeting is expected to cover the disarmament of Hamas, the size of the reconstruction fund, and the flow of humanitarian aid into Gaza.

Russia steps up campaign against Telegram with allegations against its founder

Telegram has responded, accusing Russian authorities of using false pretexts to cripple its operations and promote a new state-owned messenger called MAX.

European intelligence chiefs skeptical of Ukraine-Russia peace deal this year despite US assurance

The talks, the latest round of which took place in Geneva this week, are "negotiation theater," one European intelligence chief said.

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