The Jerusalem Post Archive

1 January 2017
Europe is sleepwalking into the Muslim Brotherhood’s long game - opinion

The Muslim Brotherhood’s long-term strategy exploits democracy itself, and Europe is still refusing to confront the threat.

Israel won't be democratic without equality for all citizens, including Palestinians - opinion

Most Palestinian citizens of Israel accept Israel being the democratic nation-state of the Jewish people but demand it should also be the state of all its citizens.

Selling F-35s to Qatar is a risk the US does not need to take - opinion

From past coups to battlefield betrayals, history warns that selling F-35s to Qatar could have grave consequences for the Middle East.

Manufacturing extremism in the West: the Muslim Brotherhood’s long game - opinion

From Europe to America, the Muslim Brotherhood exploits legal freedoms to construct influence networks.

Iran's continued threats against Israel will lead to its downfall - editorial

If Iran persists in its current path, the result will not be chaos at no cost.

US judge says Trump cannot ban lawmakers' surprise visits to ICE facilities

"Real-time, on-the-ground visits to immigration detention facilities help prevent abuses and ensure transparency," Democratic lawmakers said.

Greece, Israel, Cyprus working on 2,500-strong force for Mediterranean defense - report

According to the report, Greece is analysing implementing Israeli measures, as well as offering a coordinated response mechanism to possible threats by enemy states.

US, Syrian forces work together to kill ISIS terrorists, destroy weapons caches

“Operations in Syria are critical for preventing ISIS from regenerating and posing a significant threat," CENTCOM commander Adm. Brad Cooper said.

FBI Deputy Director Bongino says he will step down next month

The FBI Deputy Director announced he will be stepping down hours after President Trump said he thought Bongino wanted to "go back to his show."

US House passes Republican healthcare bill without extension of ACA subsidy

Some of the 24 million Americans who buy their health insurance through the ACA program, nicknamed Obamacare, could face sharply higher costs beginning on January 1 without action by Congress.

US approves $11.1 billion arms package for Taiwan, largest ever

The proposed arms sale covers eight items, including HIMARS rocket systems, howitzers, anti-tank missiles, drones, and parts for other equipment, the ministry said.

'He knew they were Jews, he only thought of saving lives,' Ahmed al-Ahmed's lawyer claims

“Ahmed knew they were Jews. He is a human being. He wanted to save their lives and would do it again. He didn't care about their religion or nationality," said Ahmed's lawyer, Sam Issa.

US military says it conducted strike on a vessel in eastern Pacific, killing four men

The US military said on Wednesday that it carried out a lethal strike on a vessel in the eastern Pacific, killing four men.

When my children decorate for Hanukkah, I don’t just see pride, I see pluralism in action - opinion

Pluralism isn’t about keeping religion out of the public square, and it’s not about demanding that religion speak with one voice. It’s recognizing that a healthy democracy depends on many traditions.

Trump claims 'peace in Middle East for first time' in nationwide speech from White House

Trump said he "ended the war in Gaza, and secured the release of hostages, both living and dead." However, he did not mention the last hostage remaining in Gaza, Ran Gvili. 

Australian PM Albanese introduces sweeping new reforms to tackle 'evil scourge' of antisemitism

Albanese said he hoped the legislative reforms would "crack down on those who spread hate, division and radicalisation."

Immediate action: Four arrested in London for Globalize the Intifada chants at Palestine protest

The four protestors were arrested almost immediately after the British government introduced the new crackdown.

Netanyahu to late Rabbi Schlanger father-in-law, Arsen Ostrovsky: 'Israel is with Australian Jews'

Netanyahu assured that these attacks are part of the “lax policies of the local authorities and the Australian government," and that "Israel stands with the Australian Jews."

BBC faces backlash for calling First Intifada 'largely unarmed and popular uprising'

The wording appeared in a piece about the UK Police's decision to arrest those who chant 'Globalize the Intifada' at a protest in the UK, in light of the antisemitic terror attack in Bondi Beach.

Belgium pulling federal police security for Jewish Quarter in Antwerp on Jan 1

Despite surging antisemitism and hate crimes globally, the 16 officers of the federal police who protect the Jewish quarter in Antwerp will no longer be deployed after January first.

'Butcher’s Stain' lands Oscars shortlist as Israel shut out of international feature race

Butcher’s Stain is about Samir (Omar Sameer Mahamid), an Arab Israeli working in a supermarket in Tel Aviv, who is accused of tearing down hostage posters in the break room.

Ex-chief rabbi of Moscow: Jews in Russia should leave, move to Israel - opinion

Now, more than ever, Russia’s Jews should heed the call to leave. Israel offers not just refuge but a homeland where Jewish life is sovereign, not contingent on geopolitical whims.

Ten-year-old Bondi victim Matilda laid to rest as PM Albanese promises hate-speech crackdown

"The tragic, so totally cruel, unfathomable murder of young Matilda is something to all of us as if our own daughter was taken from us," said Rabbi Yehoram Ulman.

Flooding in Gaza Strip hampers search for remains of final hostage Ran Gvili - report

The source told Ynet that "efforts to locate Ran are continuing through other means."

Trump adds plaques criticizing Biden, Obama on White House ‘Walk of Fame’

One plaque refers to "Barack Hussein Obama," the first Black US president, and describes the two-term president as "one of the most divisive political figures in American history."

Brunch, pizza and crazy toppings – the new branch of Pizza X

Omer Simon, a handball player who started making pizzas at home during Covid, is opening a fourth branch in Rishon LeZion. The new branch has an expanded menu and a special dessert.

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