The Jerusalem Post Archive

1 January 2018
Prime Minister Netanyahu tells Iranian people to 'seize the moment' in coming days

The Prime Minister's statement comes amid US skepticism about the possibility of regime change occurring in Iran, with US President Trump describing the war as "very much complete."

Omri Airlines: The meteoric rise of Israeli midfielder Gandelman with Italy’s Lecce

Gandelman has transformed into the “new face” of US Lecce in just a few short weeks, a player in the right place at the right time to secure a vital 2-1 victory.

Boeing signs $289 million Israel contract for 5,000 smart bombs, source says

The new contract is not related to the ongoing US-Israeli air strikes on Iran, with deliveries not scheduled to start for 36 months, Bloomberg News reported earlier.

Over four-fifths of Israeli students struggling to study amid war with Iran - poll

Conducted among 1,220 respondents, including 240 reserve soldiers, the poll highlights significant disruptions to students' ability to study, attend exams, and later return to full academic routines.

Israeli Air Force pilot reflects on Operation Roaring Lion in Walla interview

"Everyone is fighting for the spot, for the seat in the cockpit," said the officer. "They want to fly more... they are eager because there's a sense of pride in being part of this historic effort."

WATCH: Israel strikes Hezbollah command centers in Beirut and Tyre

According to the military, measures were taken to reduce civilian risk, including advance warnings, precision munitions, and aerial surveillance.

Senior Israeli defense sources: Iran regime change not military goal, creating conditions for it is

The senior Israeli defense sources noted that tackling Iran's ballistic missile threat was among the military's primary goals in the war.

IDF Chief Zamir orders reinforcements to the North for potential broader invasion against Hezbollah

The IDF is ramping up operations in southern Lebanon, moving key forces and expanding attacks on Hezbollah strongholds, as direct confrontations on the ground escalate.

Court grants 48-hour extension in Braverman case as judge questions open-ended Bild-linked probe

President Judge Menahem Mizrahi said there was no real dispute that Netanyahu’s testimony had become the main obstacle to completing the probe.

Ministry publishes list of mikvaot with shelters nearly two weeks into war, following ITIM appeal

The announcement came after days in which women were left without a clear official tool to determine which facilities met wartime safety requirements.

Tzohar returns to High Court, seeks order compelling Rabbinate to license it as kosher certifier

The new petition argues that, even after a ruling in November ordering the Rabbinate to decide whether Tzohar qualifies and, if so, to issue a license, the state still has not acted. 

State urges High Court to keep Zini, three others detained after Gaza smuggling case ruling

A hearing was set for Wednesday at 5 p.m. before Justice Gila Canfy-Steinitz. 

Justice Ministry forwards clemency opinion on Netanyahu request to Eliyahu as process advances

The ministry added that if prosecution authorities submit a position before the president makes a decision, the department will update and supplement its opinion accordingly.

'We can't hold out much longer': Kiryat Shmona mayor speaks on persistent Hezbollah border threat

Stern made a direct appeal to decision-makers in Jerusalem, urging them to reach a permanent resolution to eliminate the security threat.

Evangelical leader gives $50,000 to Israeli family after deadly missile strike

Mike Evans visits a Beit Shemesh family devastated by a missile strike, offering $50,000 in aid to help with medical bills, housing, and recovery after the deadly attack.

Gov't approves new defense budget during war, NIS 5b. allocation to haredim, settlements

Coalition funds are part of the national budget and are determined during coalition negotiations after elections when forming a government.

Israel's deadly neglect: Disability rights ignored in emergency plans - opinion

Israel's failure to provide accessible shelters for disabled citizens leaves them vulnerable during missile attacks, with deadly consequences for hundreds of thousands.

Assassinating Khamenei, top military officials was incredible op., senior IDF official tells 'Post'

F-16s worked with F-35s, F-15s, Israeli intelligence, and others to change history.

Hezbollah launches over 100 rockets at Israel’s North in joint attack with Iran, five injured

In response to Hezbollah's rocket barrage, the IDF resumed strikes on Dahiyeh, Beirut, and is considering attacking Lebanon's civilian infrastructure, a source told the 'Post.'

Iran war shifts Middle East dynamics, leaving Palestinian issues sidelined - analysis

The war with Iran dominates the regional agenda, but Palestinians face growing crises, including insecurity, violence, and a sidelined political authority with an uncertain future.

Passenger paid for an English bus ride with a coin dating back two millennia

The coin’s age and iconography identify it with Gadir, a settlement founded by the Phoenicians and considered Carthage’s first colony in Western Europe.

Reza Pahlavi prepares for his ‘final call’, Mojtaba Khamenei injured

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Trump criticizes Starmer as US B-52 bombers touch down in UK

The bombers landed at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire on Monday, following the arrival of other long-range bombers at the base over the weekend, including three B-1 Lancer aircraft.

UK parliament backs bill ending hereditary peers in House of Lords

The House of Lords passed the Hereditary Peers Bill on Tuesday evening, fulfilling a reform launched more than 25 years ago.

Spain withdraws ambassador from Israel, furthering rift between Madrid and Jerusalem

The decree to dismiss Ana María Salomón Pérez from her position as Ambassador of Spain to the State of Israel was made by the Council of Ministers on Tuesday.

UK prosecutors lose appeal to reinstate terrorism charge against Kneecap rapper

Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh, whose stage name is Mo Chara, was accused of having waved the flag of the banned militant group Hezbollah during a November 2024 gig.

Trump says he's 'not worried' about an Iranian attack on US soil

US President Donald Trump said that he was not worried about the possibility of Iranian-backed attacks on US soil during a briefing with reporters at the White House.

FBI warned California that Iran could launch drones at the West Coast, ABC News reports

The Federal Bureau of Investigation reportedly issued an alert on Wednesday about a potential Iranian drone attack on the West Coast, according to ABC News.

Portugal warns foreign state-backed hackers targeting officials' and military messaging accounts

According to the Portuguese national intelligence service (SIS), the hacker group targeted WhatsApp and Signal accounts of government officials, diplomats, and military personnel.

Dr. Maya Rosman reveals: This is the number of vegetables I eat every day

Many of us who go on a diet choose to remove components from the menu, but they are mistaken. So what should actually be added – and what does an average day of eating for Dr. Maya Rosman look like?

Not Just olive oil: How do you use cold-pressed oils?

Can you heat cold-pressed oil? There is no single “healthiest” oil, but rather a smart combination of different types, according to the temperature, the type of cooking and the flavor you seek.

This is what you need to do if there is a suspected fracture

The bones of our body are strong, but they are not unbreakable. If you were injured and suspect that you have broken a bone – This is what you must do and must not do.

A meal in a pita: Dr. Maya Rosman with a nutritious solution for days when time is short

Many people do not dare to include a pita in their menu, but if you add the right toppings it can become a nutritious and healthy dish.

The babies may not understand what is happening – but their brain absorbs everything

Every parent experiences the difficulty of going down with children to a shelter, and the stress at home. But if you thought your little ones do not feel anything – you are mistaken.

Want to relax? Wipe some hummus!

It turns out that hummus hides a surprising combination of nutritional components that affect the brain, blood sugar levels and even mood.

Between a siren and stressful news: How to strengthen mental resilience at home

The news and the sirens activate the body in a prolonged survival state. A mindfulness expert explains how it is possible to regulate thoughts, reduce stress and create emotional stability at home.

Doors open for a wave of cheap weight-loss drugs, but global distribution will be uneven

GLP-1 obesity treatments may see wider access as key patents lapse.

Research: Sex a priority for seniors on dating platforms

The qualitative study interviewed 50 women and 50 men who use online dating platforms. Participants were eager for passion as well as companionship.

Anxious thoughts about aging may speed biological wear and tear, research says

A long-term cohort study links fear of aging to faster biological wear and tear, and finds that neither Botox nor diet explain the longevity advantage seen in people with positive beliefs about getti

After 11 days, missile damage in Israel only a fraction of Iran war in June

The most damage reported to the Tax Authority's hotline has been in Tel Aviv where 4,609 damage claims have been filed.

DOJ probing Iran's use of Binance crypto-exchange to avoid US sanctions

The probe follows an internal Binance investigation into suspicious transactions that allegedly identified more than $1 billion in flows connected to a network funding Iran-backed terrorist groups.

Iran-linked Handala hacker group targets US med-tech maker Stryker in cyberattack

The logo of Handala, a pro-Palestinian hacking group also behind an attack on the Academy of the Hebrew Language on Wedneday, reportedly appeared on login pages.

Global powers release oil reserves as Iran war threatens Strait of Hormuz supply

IEA member states approved the release of 400 million barrels from strategic oil reserves to mitigate the impact of a potential Iranian blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.

The first "smartphone" for pets unveiled in Barcelona

As part of the MWC 2026 exhibition held in Barcelona, the PetPhone was revealed – a two-way communication solution designed for animals..

The Chinese manufacturer unveiled a smartphone with lightning, gas, and neon lighting

Tecno unveiled a concept model called Pova Neon. The device features a radial chamber filled with ionized inert gas, creating a glowing lightning effect that responds to the user’s touch.

No need to complicate: Stav Madar’s perfect khachapuri recipe

Fun with the Kids: How to make simple finger roll khachapuri.

iOS experience on Android: INFINIX’s operating system arrives in Israel

The mobile company’s entry into the country introduces consumers to a new range of smartphones with an operating system that combines the best of both worlds.

In the midst of war: The Defense Ministry purchases combat vehicles for $26M

The procurement delegation signed a new agreement to purchase dozens of armored JLTV combat vehicles, known as Pereh in the IDF.

The south Tel Aviv Korean noodle spot that turns bold cuisine Into a way of life

From JMT in South Tel Aviv with jjajangmyeon and bulgogi bibimbap, to Burger Station’s meat and vegan cheese creations - deliveries that bring bold culinary extremes to your plate.

Geo Mobility to provide replacement vehicles for citizens whose cars were damaged in the war

The initiative is open to all drivers in Israel, regardless of the type of vehicle they own. The importer will provide dozens of company vehicles for two-week use at no cost.

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Israel’s digital wallet boom signals a new era for online payments
Five minutes into the pitch, the sirens went off

How one Israeli startup closed a $6 million round while running to shelters.

Israel’s role in lunar infrastructure could define future space power - opinion

The moon will become an extension of Earth’s economic and security architecture

Israel expands arms trade as regional conflicts reshape global transfers

Israeli imports increased 12% compared with 2016-2020 and the major systems delivered to Israel included guided bombs, missiles, armored vehicles, and combat aircraft. 

Iran’s mining of the Strait of Hormuz might accelerate a new era of naval warfare

With Iran reportedly deploying mines in the Strait of Hormuz, the US is preparing new options to reopen the world’s most vital shipping corridor.

Los medios iraníes difunden una teoría conspirativa sobre la muerte o lesión de Netanyahu

La agencia de noticias Tasnim de Irán publicó un informe el lunes promoviendo la especulación de que el primer ministro Benjamin Netanyahu podría haber sido asesinado o herido.

La tasa de lanzamiento de misiles de Irán se ha reducido en un 92 %: ¿qué vendrá después?

La tasa de lanzamiento de misiles balísticos de Irán ha caído aproximadamente un 92% desde su pico del primer día, colapsando desde 480 lanzamientos el 28 de febrero a tan solo 40 el 9 de marzo.

Israel regresará a la normalidad pronto, tras la destrucción de los lanzamisiles de la IRGC

Un alto funcionario israelí dijo que las FDI "eliminarán la mayoría de los lanzamisiles del régimen iraní, y el público israelí regresará a la rutina".

Mojtaba Khamenei está herido, pero sigue ejerciendo como líder de Irán

Críticos del régimen dicen que la falta de apariciones públicas plantea preguntas sobre quién está realmente dirigiendo el gobierno de Irán.

Los daños causados por los misiles son una fracción de los niveles de 2025 tras 11 días de guerra

La mayoría de los daños reportados a la línea directa de la Autoridad Tributaria han sido en Tel Aviv, donde se han presentado 4,609 reclamos por daños.

Miles de millones de riqueza global oculta vinculada al nuevo líder de Irán, Mojtaba Khamenei

El agente financiero de Khamenei, Ali Ansari, ha eludido sanciones, blanqueado dinero para los IRGC y el régimen, y financiado a los IRGC y sus grupos proxy.

Irán insta a los musulmanes a revelar activos militares de EE. UU. e Israel en la región

Irán insta a musulmanes y países de la región a revelar las ubicaciones de activos militares de EE. UU. e Israel para permitir a Teherán llevar a cabo ataques más precisos.

Paramédico protege a recién nacido durante alerta de misil en Irán

Los equipos de emergencia operan bajo procedimientos de seguridad claros durante alertas de misiles, pero la presencia de un recién nacido creó una situación complicada.

El cambio de régimen en Irán no es un objetivo militar, sino crear las condiciones para ello

Las fuentes de defensa señalaron que abordar la amenaza de misiles balísticos de Irán estaba entre los objetivos principales de las fuerzas armadas en la guerra.

Trump está dando señales de salir de la guerra con Irán, pero puede que Israel no esté listo

El discurso de Trump sobre una guerra "completa" tranquilizó a los mercados, pero en Jerusalén, aumentó el temor de que pueda declarar la victoria demasiado pronto.

Israeli Arabs face a dual test: Security threats and struggle for equality - opinion

Israel must defend against external threats while ensuring all citizens feel equally protected and valued.

I am Iranian. I am Kurdish: This is not a contradiction - opinion

Our grievance has never been with Iran: It is with a regime that turned our identity into a crime.

Khamenei’s elimination: Will assassination become the norm for regime change? - opinion

Will the targeted killing in which Israel excelled – and is morally justified – return to haunt it as a threatening boomerang?

Mamdani’s support for Iran undermines US security, Israel’s fight - opinion

One who supports a radical enemy that threatens the American nation cannot be considered a friend of freedom and is acting against America’s interests.

Will Iran’s regime collapse lead to stability or chaos? - opinion

What will happen if Iranian citizens are once again encouraged by foreign leaders including President Donald Trump to take to the streets is impossible to predict.

Mamdani’s invitation to Mahmoud Khalil: Anti-Israel activism enters City Hall - editorial

Mamdani’s decision to host Mahmoud Khalil raises concerns about New York’s political shift, signaling a troubling embrace of anti-Israel activism and alienating the Jewish community.

Israel’s 'Blue and White' Middle East reshapes power as Iran weakens, Turkey worries - opinion

​At the center of this new map stands the State of Israel, no longer a nation in constant defense, but the central axis around which total regional stability is built.

What does victory for Israel, US look like in Iran? - opinion

Is the goal to weaken Iran’s regime or overthrow it? The answer could determine when and how the war ends.

Israelis! Americans! Hang tough! We must continue to fight the Iranian regime - opinion

Iran’s threats won’t end quickly, but Israel and America’s strikes are already reshaping the Middle East's future.

Russia unlikely to join Iran in war against Israel, US - opinion

Russia balances regional influence without engaging in a full-scale war alongside Iran.

US destroys mine-laying vessels as Trump warns Iran over Strait of Hormuz

The Pentagon said earlier on Tuesday that it was striking Iranian mine-laying vessels and ​mine storage facilities.

Nearly 10,000 Iranian civilian sites destroyed since beginning of war, Iran UN Ambassador claims

Iravani also condemned a recent attack by Israel on a fuel storage facility in Tehran, which released clouds of toxic smoke, eventually leading to highly acidic rain.

Drone strikes US diplomatic hub in Iraq, pro-Tehran militias suspected

The strike hit the diplomatic support center, a logistical hub for US diplomats near Baghdad airport and Iraqi military bases, the Post reported.

Northern Israel under massive attack as Iran, Hezbollah jointly launch missiles, rockets, drones

IDF warns residents of Dahiyeh, Beirut to evacuate as IDF strikes Hezbollah ● US destroyed over 5,000 Iranian targets since the start of Operation Epic Fury ● Trump claims that little is left in Iran

Will Mojtaba Khamenei bring back protests across Iran? - interview

According to Danny Citrinowicz, the appointment is primarily intended to project stability and continuity in the regime. "Under normal circumstances... We would not have seen Mojtaba appointed."

'Show us the hideouts': Iran urges Muslims to reveal regional US, Israeli military assets

He added that “such cooperation can establish security in the region,” and urged people in the region not to shield US forces.

Iraq shoots down drones near Bagdad airport, Qatar intercepts missile

"Four drones were shot down near Baghdad International Airport, without causing any material or human damage," Maan told the Iraqi News Agency.

WATCH: IDF launches wave of strikes on IRGC targets across Iran, strikes drone operatives

Israeli fighter jets strike operatives from Iran’s drone array at western Iran launch site • IDF continues targeting missile-related infrastructure amid simultaneous strikes on Beirut

Female player on Iran's soccer delegation changes mind on Australian asylum, to return home

Concerns about the players' safety upon their return home grew after Iranian state television labeled the team "wartime traitors" for refusing to sing the national anthem during a women's Asian Cup.

Trump posthumously awards WWII hero Roddie Edmonds with Medal of Honor

Edmond's heroism has also been recognized by Yad Vashem, which named him Righteous Among the Nations, the only American soldier to receive that distinction.

Teen charged in Teaneck 'Israel or Palestine' pellet‑gun incident

The victim was fired upon after ignoring a question from the perpetrator, who asked him if he supported Israel or Palestine.

GOP not ‘winning’ fight against antisemitism from figures like Tucker Carlson, Ted Cruz says

Cruz was referring to an ongoing battle within the Republican party over figures like Tucker Carlson and Candace Owens, conservative influencers who’ve spread antisemitic conspiracy theories.

'Don't mess with Iran': Two Jewish men beaten in San Jose after speaking Hebrew

Footage of the incident, shot by local witnesses, shows the pair of victims attacked by three other individuals outside the Augustine restaurant.

Iranian hackers breach Hebrew Academy website amid massive Israel cyber assault

“There is no need to learn Hebrew anymore. You won’t need it for much longer,” said the message.

Preparing for regime collapse, Reza Pahlavi urges Iranians to prepare for his ‘final call’

Pahlavi, working alongside allied experts, has also developed a detailed “Emergency Phase” plan for governing Iran in the immediate aftermath of the Islamic Republic’s fall. 

UK bans Al Quds Day march in London over terror and security concerns

The Al Quds Day Rally is a well-known part of an international day of demonstrations established in 1979 by then-Islamic supreme leader Ruhollah Musavi Khomeini.

Not just about Israel: Iran poses threat to world's oil market, Israel's ambassador to US warns

Roughly one-fifth of global petroleum liquids consumption passes through the strait, making even the threat of mining or disruption enough to rattle oil markets and governments alike.

Iran’s Quds Day rallies uncertain amid war and leadership transition - analysis

Iran claimed it expects to hold Quds Day rallies on March 13, known in Tehran as the largest annual mobilization supporting the Palestinian cause.

As chaos of Iran war rages around region, Iraq struggles to select a new prime minister

Initially, it appeared that former prime minister Nouri al-Maliki would become the new prime minister.

Israel-US strike on Iran's former president acted as jailbreak from regime control - report

Since his alleged escape, Ahmadinejad has made few public addresses, including a congratulatory message on Mojtaba Khamenei’s rise to supreme leader.

IRGC Navy chief warns ships must seek permission to transit Hormuz strait to avoid being hit

Iran has deployed about a dozen mines in the Strait of Hormuz, two sources familiar with the matter said.

US destroyed over 5,000 targets across Iran, including 60 warships, CENTCOM chief says

He added that the US's mission is to end Iran’s ability to “project power” and harass international shipping crossing the Strait of Hormuz.

Strike targets Iran's Bank Sepah data center in Tehran, disrupts military, IRGC salary payments

Bank Sepah is a state-run institution, largely responsible for paying the salaries of Iran's military and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.

Mojtaba Khamenei deadlier than his father, ex-study partner of supreme leader tells ‘Post’

Jaber Rajabi, former Iranian official and ex-study partner of supreme leader, shares a warning that Mojtaba Khamenei is a greater threat than his father.

'Nothing left' to target: Trump exaggerates Islamic regime's defeat, lays ground for Iran war's end

"Little this and that... Any time I want it to end, it will end," Trump said about the war with Iran during the five-minute interview with Axios.

CENTCOM warns civilians to avoid ports used by Iranian military, IRGC along Strait of Hormuz

"Civilian ports used for military purposes lose protected status and become legitimate military targets under international law," CENTCOM stated.

Initial findings show US accidentally targeted Iranian girls' school using outdated intel - report

The building had originally been a part of the adjacent Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) naval base, though officials told the NYT that it isn’t clear when the two had separated.

Iranian regime’s ‘deep fear’ made apparent by attempts to quash potential dissent - analysis

Iran’s regime strengthens its grip on dissent, with continued arrests and a strict internet blackout, as the threat of future protests looms over the country’s fragile stability.

Mamdani hosting Mahmoud Khalil at iftar sends ‘troubling message,’ NYC Jewish officials say

Controversy erupts after NYC Mayor Mamdani hosts radical activist Mahmoud Khalil for iftar, drawing criticism from Jewish leaders over his stance on Israel.

Iran demands guarantee of no future US, Israel attacks to sign ceasefire - Bloomberg

The officials, who remained unnamed, said that the main concern of the regime is a resumption of the operations by Israel once the current war is over, Bloomberg noted.

Iran trying to cast injured leader Mojtaba Khamenei as war hero, expert says

Iran is using Mojtaba Khamenei's injuries to craft a hero image, but experts question if he is truly in charge, citing his silence and absence from public view since his appointment.

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