The Jerusalem Post Archive

13 December 2025
Israel hands mediators list of PIJ terrorists with knowledge of Ran Gvili’s location - report

In addition to the names of terrorists, Israel reportedly handed over a map with locations relevant to the search for Gvili’s remains.

Joint Saudi-Emirati delegation arrives in south Yemen to defuse takeover by separatist group STC

Discussions by the delegation in Aden, the base of the Saudi-backed, internationally recognized Yemeni government, will address measures to rectify recent unilateral actions.

US forces seize Chinese cargo ship delivering military equipment to Iran - WSJ

The ship was boarded on the Indian Ocean a month ago, with military equipment being seized, officials revealed to the Wall Street Journal.

Hamas official told Eitan Mor he would be released two weeks after abduction, ex-hostage recounts

Eitan Mor described how he was starved, beaten, and electrocuted during his captivity.

Rabbis who criticized Mamdani say they were ‘heartened’ after meeting with him on Thursday

Ammiel Hirsch, senior rabbi of Stephen Wise Free Synagogue and one of Mamdani’s loudest critics from the pulpit, was relatively complimentary of the mayor-elect in an interview.

Scottish band Primal Scream draws backlash over backdrop of Israeli officials with swastika-eyes

Primal Scream is also one of the most prominent acts to demand in recent months that its music not be available on the music platform Spotify to listeners in Israel

Nashville Jewish community center sues Goyim Defense League over alleged campaign of intimidation

Travis Garland, a Tennessee man affiliated with the Goyim Defense League, allegedly disguised himself as an Orthodox Jewish man and infiltrated the Jewish center’s secured campus.

European Jewish Association initiates legal actions against Bob Vylan for 'death to the IDF' chants

The demand cites the show Robinson-Foster performed on December 2 at the Ancienne Belgique, a concert hall in Brussels, and argues that the singer "attacked every Jew and Israeli."

Top ADL civil rights lay leader quits, accusing group of being ‘useful idiots’ for Trump

Joe Berman, who chaired the ADL’s National Legal Affairs Committee from 2018 to 2022, pointed out the group's failure to aggressively respond to antisemitism on the right.

Rabbi Eliezer Diamond, beloved Jewish Theological Seminary professor and author, dies at 73

Diamond taught at the Jewish Theological Seminary for over three decades and left an indelible mark on generations of rabbis and Jewish scholars.

Police arrest suspect over double murder of mother, son in Yokne’am Illit

The suspect, whose name is under a gag order, is believed to have killed a mother and her son in their apartment in Yokne’am Illit.

Former Gaza hostage Rom Braslavski meets with Italian PM Giorgia Meloni

"I went to work as a security guard at a party and look what happened to me - my life was ruined," he said.

North Korean leader Kim hails troops returning from Russia mission, state media says

North Korea has been publicly honoring its troops who fought for Russia in the war in Ukraine.

Iran detains 18 crew members of foreign tanker seized in Gulf of Oman

Iran said those detained in the ongoing investigation include the tanker's captain. The vessel's identity and the crew members' nationalities were not disclosed.

Taylor Swift condemned over mention of Israel in new documentary series

Social media users are breaking the internet in a rush to condemn the 36-year-old Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, accusing her of being a "Zionist."

IDF renews incursion into Syria's Quneitra Governorate, state media claims - report

The news source's correspondent in the southern governorate claimed that the IDF entered with six military vehicles, searched four houses, and set up four checkpoints in the area.

Israel Police admit concern over increasing number of officers driving under the influence - N12

All officers were sent a letter on the matter, which stated that anyone working for the police caught driving under the influence could likely be fired.

How Israel's fighter pilots train for border infiltrations in a post-October 7 reality

A Walla reporter joined a flight in an F-16i simulator and saw the difficulty in identifying targets from the air and the need to dive almost to the ground to aim the bombs at military targets.

Thai prime minister says no ceasefire reached with Cambodia

The announcement comes after US President Donald Trump announced that the two countries had agreed to “cease all shooting" on Friday. 

Syria’s broken energy sector to be repaired through agreements with four Saudi companies

Damascus signs agreements to rehabilitate war-damaged oil and gas fields, boost power supplies, and signal the start of a wider reconstruction push .

IDF kills senior Hamas terrorist Ra'ad Sa'ad in Gaza City strike

Sources within the Military Intelligence Directorate said the IDF strike on Sa'ad came in response to an attack on IDF reservists in the southern Strip, which wounded two.

Two US soldiers, one interpreter killed in Islamic State attack in Syria, Pentagon confirms

A Syrian interior ministry spokesperson told Syrian television channel Al-Ikhbariya that the attacker did not have a leadership role in the security forces.

Spanish police bust gang that used helicopters to fly drugs from Morocco

Police seized one helicopter in an isolated warehouse, along with 657 kg of hashish, five firearms, cash and vehicles during raids in the provinces of Malaga, Almeria and Murcia.

Libya's Red Castle museum opens for first time since fall of Gaddafi

The museum, Libya's largest, was closed in 2011 during a NATO-backed uprising against longtime ruler Gaddafi, who appeared on the castle's ramparts to deliver a fiery speech.

Birthright gears up for winter as 10,000 visitors expected in Israel, from America to Europe

“Birthright Israel is the strongest bridge young Jews have today to deepen their identity, strengthen their resilience, and build a personal understanding,” said Gidi Mark, CEO of Birthright.

Iran spares child bride from death penalty after she pays off family of dead abuser

Goli Koukhan paid the family of her dead abusive husband 10bn tomans in a diyah (blood money) payment to avoid being put to death by the Islamic regime.

Netanyahu, Katz: Israel killed top Hamas official Sa'ad for rearming instead of demilitarizing

Sa'ad was also one of the few remaining living Hamas officials directly involved in planning the October 7 invasion and slaughter of around 1,200 Israelis, mostly civilians.

Ukraine says Russian drone attack hit civilian Turkish vessel

The navy said the vessel was called the Viva and had 11 Turkish citizens on board. It added that nobody was hurt and the vessel was continuing its journey to Egypt.

Attack on Welsh Jewry thwarted, two appear in court for allegedly targeting Jewish sites

Prosecutor Christopher Hewertson claimed the defendants researched how to acquire an AR-15 automatic weapon, and wanted to acquire 3D printing equipment to print gun parts.

ISIS's declining influence makes it no less deadly - analysis

There are many ISIS detainees in eastern Syria, including many families of ISIS fighters. These detainees will need to be addressed, and the families de-radicalized. 

Dr. Einat Wilf: 'We lied to ourselves about the Palestinians'

Wilf says her focus is to confront the “right of return” and UNRWA’s role in perpetuating conflict, arguing that state services should prioritize those who serve the state.

Greece was just the start: Air Haifa launches a new surprising winter destination

The northern airline launches a new route to Sofia starting in January. Flights are aimed at the ski season at Borovets and Bansko. Launch price for three days: $79 one way.

The north awakens: The attraction everyone has been waiting for returns after more than two years

After a long suspension due to the security situation in the north, Rosh Hanikra Tourism renews the cable car activity and invites visitors to return and enjoy the grottoes and the unique view.

The winter trend everyone is talking about – back in an updated version

UGG launches three new Original's models for fall–winter 2025–26, keeping the brand’s iconic warmth, suede, and fur, now with fresh, updated designs that follow this year’s trends.

Nurah’s Kitchen: Kosher Druze food in Daliyat al-Karmel - restaurant review

I enjoyed everything I tasted at Nurah’s Kitchen, especially the homemade hummus, the tightly rolled grape leaves, and the mansaf.

'Choosing to Be Chosen': The path from 'bleak atheism' to Orthodox Judaism - review

In Choosing to Be Chosen: From Being an Atheist Non-Jew to Becoming an Orthodox Jew, Kylie Ora Lobell finds the God she didn’t know she was searching for within a Judaism she didn’t know existed.

How does CAR-T cancer treatment work? - explainer

A rigorous medical journey ends in a breakthrough, in the form of CAR-T therapy, achieving a rare, hard-won cancer-free result.

Salta revisited: Inside the Ra’anana dairy gem celebrating 20 flavorful years - review

After 20 years, Ra'anana-based kosher dairy restaurant Salta still delivers great food and standout dishes.

On board for Hanukkah: Fresh, delicious twist for the holiday

Latke focaccia and plenty of deli-style sides, a Hanukkah table that is easy, homey, and different.

Writing for love’s sake: The poetic world of Gad Kaynar-Kissinger - interview

Gad Kaynar-Kissinger channels his childhood wounds, Jewish-German ancestry into poetry that provokes and reveals.

'Jewish Roots of American Liberty': Explaining the Jewish connection to the American story - review

Jewish Roots of American Liberty explains and illuminates the tight historical, political, and cultural connection between the US and the Jewish people.

‘The Jerusalem Post’: Marking 93 years of influential journalism – Part 1

To celebrate the Post’s anniversary on December 1, several of our reporters have shared the articles they believe left the strongest mark on public conversation, policy, society, and more.

Inside the Jewish Brigade’s untold Holocaust survivor rescue operations

Shlomo Shamir’s daughter, Yael Driver, uncovers her father’s hidden rescue efforts and role in shaping Israel’s future.

Grapevine, December 14, 2025: Affordable acting

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

Corinne Allal’s story leads lineup of bold, must-see documentaries

TV TIME: A new series revisits Corinne Allal’s life and legacy, alongside standout music documentaries and a bold new vampire drama turning heads.

From Kyiv to the Golan: The Ukraine-Russia war’s unseen impact on Israel - opinion

The Ukraine war is reshaping Israel’s security, diplomacy, and society, empowering Iran, changing alliances, and redefining the challenges ahead.

'Post' writer rediscovers grave of fallen British World War I hero in Jerusalem

HISTORICAL AFFAIRS: Private Sam Greyman's journey took him from Russia to Leeds to Jerusalem.

The conceptions bender: An out-of-the-box Mossad chief appointment - opinion

As senior generals around the table laughed dismissively at Gofman’s uncompromising call to initiate action, he was the only one who grasped the dangerous reality unfolding on the enemy’s side.

Eurovision rule changes threaten Israel's chances at success amid boycotts

CULTURAL AFFAIRS: Iceland joins a growing list of countries boycotting Eurovision 2026 due to Israel’s participation, as new voting rules create challenges for Israel’s success.

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