The Jerusalem Post Archive

1 January 2017
Yad Vashem chooses Germany for first overseas education centers

“Working together with our German partners, this center will help ensure that the truth of the Holocaust is preserved and passed on to future generations,” said Yad Vashem Chairman Dani Dayan.

Jewish group files cease and desist order against Park Slope Food Co-op for its Israel boycott

Pro-Israel activists filed a cease-and-desist letter after Park Slope Food Co-op approved a boycott of Israeli products, alleging the move is illegal.

'Evil Zionist b****': Helen Mirren harassed on London streets over Israel support

The 80-year-old Oscar-winning actress was walking at night with her husband, director Taylor Hackford, a video posted on X/Twitter showed, when she was accosted.

Rabbinical school turf war brews in Ohio over Hebrew Union College’s assets

Hebrew Union College “is responding to the Ohio attorney general’s unwarranted lawsuit and will respond appropriately to any additional filings," said a representative of the school.

NYPD unveils ‘most extensive’ security operation ever for Israel Day Parade as Mamdani sits out

“While I will not be attending the Israel Day Parade, my lack of attendance should not be mistaken for a refusal to provide security or the necessary permits for its safety," NYC Mayor Mamdani said.

Iranian regime operative who directed wave of Ashab al-Yamin attacks on Jewish targets indicted

Originally indicted with six counts in a complaint on May 15, the Iraqi and Iranian national was charged on Thursday with conspiring to provide material support to Kataib Hezbollah and the IRGC.

Israeli NBA star Deni Avdija presented with award during Jerusalem real estate fair in NYC

Jerusalem Mayor Moshe Lion praised Avdija for representing the State of Israel as a public figure in the US and for bringing pride to Jews and Israelis worldwide. 

NY GOP gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman attends Israeli real estate expo

Bruce Blakeman, who has been endorsed by Trump, was among the hundreds of people at the day-long event. In the evening, as has become routine at similar events in the five boroughs.

Charity on JGive's platform rose 200% post-October 7, signaling digitization of Jewish philanthropy

While Diaspora donations rose by 200% since the October 7 massacre, donations on the platform from within Israel rose by 226% within the same period.

Activists protest Jerusalem real estate event in Manhattan with terrorist memorabilia

"From the water to the water, Palestine is Arab," protesters chanted. "Brick by brick, wall by wall, Zionism will fall."

Campus Israel launched as alternative for Jewish students facing antisemitism

Fleur Hassan-Nahoum says the new platform connects students abroad with English-language degree programs, application support, internships, and community life in Israel.

Germany arrests eighth member of Hamas network seeking to attack Israeli, Jewish sites in Europe

Yousif C was arrested near Copenhagen by Danish police after German prosecutors issued a warrant, following the alleged Hamas member's providing five pistols and ammunition to another member.

Plaster-making technique attributed to Romans used at Motza some 8,000 years earlier, study shows

"The Pre-Pottery Neolithic B residents of Motza were surprisingly able to differentiate calcite and dolomite stones and used both in their plaster making," the study said.

Rare, intact ancient Roman burial unearthed during excavations in eastern Croatia - report

Previously, a total of 44 other Roman graves were discovered during excavations for the project, however the most recent find is the first to be fully undisturbed. 

The dishwasher mistake everyone makes, and why it may affect your health

The dishwasher does not fully clean itself. It washes dishes, but some food residue does not magically disappear.

What the Israelites' greatest failure can teach us about today's uncertainty - opinion

Dreams are perfect. Reality is not. Reality demands sacrifice, perseverance, and the courage to confront uncertainty.

To save brit milah, it's time to end a controversial circumcision practice - opinion

Protecting brit milah means separating the covenant from a risky practice that Jewish law does not require.

October 7 exposed the West’s dangerous illusion about Iran - opinion

The belief that economic incentives can moderate jihadist regimes collapsed on October 7, 2023; Iran may prove the next test.

Israel is losing the information war, one wrong appointment at a time - opinion

That is the point. Israel didn’t try. It rarely does. And that, right now, is the story of Israeli public diplomacy in a single sentence: Israel is not even in the game. The question is why.

Trump cannot use the Abraham Accords to sell a bad Iran deal - opinion

Expanding the Abraham Accords won’t fix the consequences of a flawed Iran agreement

My Word: Flotillas and waves of condemnation - opinion

There was a certain irony to the violent response of the police in Bilbao to the pro-Palestinian provocateurs at the airport. After all, Spain was one of the countries that protested Ben-Gvir's video

Editor's Notes: Kibbutzim are showing Israelis how to bridge the religious divide

“We do not have the privilege of refusing to work together, even when we disagree. If we learn how to do that, we will do good for all of Israeli society," a Kibbutz leader told me.

UN's blacklist of Israeli entities is part of 'reckless game' erasing moral distinction - editorial

In placing Israeli institutions alongside Hamas, the UN has practically collapsed the distinction between isolated criminal allegations and systematic sexual violence deployed as a weapon of war.

Middle Israel: How Benjamin Netanyahu transformed Israeli politics in 30 years - opinion

Netanyahu’s rise marked the beginning of a new political age in Israel, one defined by sound bites, self-promotion, and lasting consequences.

Caroline Glick is the right choice for Israel’s New York Consul General - opinion

The position of Israel's New York Consul General requires intellectual seriousness, moral clarity, and the courage to challenge failing assumptions. Caroline Glick can provide that.

Austrian who planned attack on Taylor Swift concert gets 15 years in prison

Beran A, whose last name has not been made public in accordance with Austrian privacy rules, was arrested on August 7, 2024, the day before the first of three planned concerts by the US pop star.

US bars drone flights over sites of World Cup matches

The US Federal Aviation Administration said that drone operators who enter restricted airspace without approval can face fines of up to $100,000.

Cuba sees higher risk of US military aggression as talks stall

Under US President Donald Trump, the US has effectively imposed a blockade on Cuba by threatening sanctions on countries supplying it with fuel and triggering power outages.

United States returns 13th missing piece of famed 'Gypsy Girl' mosaic to Turkey

The mosaic was first discovered nearly 30 years ago by Turkish archaeologists during excavations in the ancient city of Zeugma.

WATCH: Jeff Bezos's Blue Origin New Glenn rocket explodes on launch pad

The US Federal Aviation Administration said it was aware of the incident, but added that it was outside its scope and did not impact air traffic in the region.

NATO condemns Russia after drone crashes into Romanian residential building

Authorities evacuated dozens after a drone hit a 10-story apartment block near the Ukrainian border, intensifying concerns over regional security.

France has asked prosecutor to investigate treatment of its nationals on Global Sumud Flotilla

French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot says abuses against French activists, including sexual assault and beatings, are being referred to prosecutors.

Man charged in UK with assisting foreign intelligence service linked to Iran

According to police, the allegations were believed to relate to Iran and to the targeting of a British-based journalist at Iran International, which is critical of Tehran's government.

WHO reports 906 suspected cases and 223 suspected deaths from Bundibugyo strain of Ebola

Uganda's health ministry said on Friday that the number of confirmed Ebola cases in the country had risen to nine.

China is building launch pads near its nuclear missile silos

While China can fire nuclear weapons from submarines and aircraft, the silo fields in the northwestern Xinjiang region and Gansu province are the core of its nuclear forces.

Israel’s future will be decided by those who show up

Fly & Vote is not merely a slogan. It is a declaration that Israelis abroad still believe they are responsible for the future of their country.

Jerusalem highlights: May 29-June 4

What's new to do in Israel's capital?

As Israel enters election season, Netanyahu's opponents face a math problem

POLITICAL AFFAIRS: To understand the universe, you have to understand math. The same, it turns out, is true of Israeli politics.

Grapevine, May 29, 2026: Minus the mayor

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

FM Sa’ar heads to Fiji as Israel prepares Suva embassy opening

Israel is expected to open a resident embassy in Fiji, deepening diplomatic, strategic, and development ties as Jerusalem expands its Pacific presence.

Mid-season hire Kenny Miller seizes his moment, delivers trophy, and stability to Maccabi Tel Aviv

Kenny Miller capped a whirlwind spell at Maccabi Tel Aviv by guiding the yellow-and-blue to its 25th State Cup title. His future with the club remains uncertain despite success.

IDF soldiers, equipment, used without authorization for private company VIP customer tour - report

The company released a video in which its customers, including children and at least two babies, are given a tour of a base in the Jordan Valley, with a briefing from a commander and an ATV ride.

IDF preparing to arrest haredi draft dodgers as early as next week - report

Meanwhile, Prime Minister Netanyahu commended the IDF's haredi Hasmonean Brigade for simultaneously learning Torah and serving, as the IDF prepares to arrest those avoiding military service.

IDF fires on civilian plane after mistaking it for hostile drone over West Bank town - report

Authorities later determined that the landing route at Ben-Gurion Airport had been diverted eastward, which meant that planes preparing to land in Tel Aviv passed closer than usual to Beit El.

Bennett-Lapid's Together drops seats as Eisenkot makes gains, Likud becomes largest party - poll

Before Bennett and Lapid merged, their separate lists held 31 seats combined, making the current decline even steeper, a loss of 9 mandates compared to their previous numbers.

Hamas likely possesses, uses FPV drones similar to Hezbollah, IDF Southern Command officer says

The army admitted that despite the time since October 7 and multiple efforts in Israel and abroad to counter the threat, there is still no complete solution for intercepting fiber-optic drones.

Hezbollah likely pushing Iran to secure its inclusion in any ceasefire agreement with US - report

The IDF ramps up strikes on Hezbollah amid fears a US-Iran ceasefire could limit Israeli operations in Lebanon, reporting 2,500 fighters killed since Operation Roaring Lion began.

IDF chief Zamir says military has 'solutions ready' to Hezbollah's FPV drone threat

In his comments, Zamir described the drone threat posed by Hezbollah as "a challenge," adding that the IDF "will overcome it."

Netanyahu confirms IDF soldiers crossed Litani River, air force 'operating in Beirut, Bekaa Valley'

Netanyahu visited the border alongside Defense Minister Israel Katz and was briefed by Northern Command Chief Maj.-Gen. Rafi Milo and 36th Division Commander Brig.-Gen. Yiftach Norkin on the IDF's Le

Israel-Lebanon talks set to proceed in US despite renewed violence

Negotiations are scheduled to focus on the “political track” next Tuesday and Wednesday, with the aim of lasting calm.

Israel making 'every possible mistake' in Lebanon, Tel Aviv University vice-rector says

"What needs to be done is to attack Hezbollah, meaning its training camps and its social and economic infrastructure, and not relent," Tel Aviv Vice-Rector Professor Eyal Zisser told 103FM.

'Unique weapons, electronic warfare': Katz presents winners of Israel's 2026 Security Award

Among the winners are a system that was key during the Operation Roaring Lion against Iran, a classified Mossad asset, and the breakthroughs in the Ofek satellite array.

How nonlinear careers could drive Jerusalem’s hi-tech rise

At American Innovation Forum in Jerusalem, business leaders say discipline, risk-taking, and adaptability are key to the capital’s hi-tech future.

Your Taxes: Trump’s tax amnesty raises questions for Israeli taxpayers

Trump’s tax settlement casts a spotlight on Israel’s tax amnesty program, its limits, and the risks facing taxpayers without full documentation.

Your Investments: Aaron’s menorah teaches us patience is key to long-term wealth

Aaron’s menorah offers a timeless lesson in patience, showing how lasting financial success is built through discipline, consistency, and time.

What happened to World Vision's former Gaza director Mohammed el-Halabi? - exclusive

MIDDLE EAST AFFAIRS: Convicted of funneling World Vision money to Hamas, later questioned by Hamas over missing funds, Mohammed el-Halabi now insists he was the victim of ‘Israeli propaganda’.

Iraqi Prime Minister urges armed factions to disarm and join state institutions

Newly elected Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi urged armed factions in the country to work “under the umbrella of the state and its official institutions.” 

‘Rebuilding a country the size of Syria means contracts worth billions of dollars,’ expert says

Renewed attention to reconstruction opportunities is colliding with unresolved sanctions exposure, weak institutions, damaged infrastructure, and uncertainty over Syria’s political future

Qatar invested over $65 million to manipulate US education, new report reveals

According to the report, the funds were funneled through Qatar Foundation International, which worked with schools, universities, teacher-training programs, and national education networks.

Trump heads to situation room to 'make final Iran decision,' as Netanyahu says IDF crossed Litani

US-Iran ceasefire deal agreed upon, hangs on Trump, Khamenei approval • Iran's Ghalibaf says Tehran has no trust in words, will judge by actions

Trump's refusal to return to war with Iran will 'cost him dearly', Saudi expert claims

Saudi analyst Mubarak al-Ati said that the US's decline on the international stage has prevented Saudi Arabia and other Gulf States from taking Trump's demands to join the Abraham Accords seriously.

DOJ sentences NYC accomplice in Iranian dissident murder-for-hire scheme to 10 years in prison

Masih Alinejad, the target of the plot, fled Iran following the contentious 2009 presidential election and ensuing protest movement. She became a US citizen in 2019. 

Iranian intel. ministry-linked group behind LA public transport cyberattack, Israeli firm finds

March's cyberattack on the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority was carried out by a group called "Abadil of Minab," Israeli information security firm Gambit found.

Does Mojtaba Khamenei’s leadership have a future? - analysis

New information that has been verified after several days, despite the complete internet blackout in Iran, suggests that Khamenei effectively has no role in the leadership structure of the nation.

Iran's Ghalibaf says Tehran has no trust in words, will judge by actions

Iran's Foreign Minister also made comments on Friday, saying he had discussed the Strait of Hormuz and its future administration with Omani Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi.

Trump says he will make final Iran decision, agreement to lift Hormuz blockade

"I will be meeting now, in the Situation Room, to make a final determination," said Trump.

Parashat Beha'alotcha: The courage to see beyond

The Menorah in Zechariah’s vision still burns. Its message still endures. And it still calls to each of us: light the flame. Raise it high.

Parashat Beha'alotcha: Know your place

After Pharaoh intensified the Jewish slaves' work, Moses felt that his mission had failed. Out of deep pain, he turned to God and said, “Why have You done evil to these people? Why did You send me?

Shabbat candle lighting times for Israel and US

See Shabbat candle lighting times for your area.

Off the bracelet, onto rubber: How Helvetus won over luxury watch owners

Why watch owners are swapping bracelets for FKM rubber, and how Helvetus makes fitted straps for Rolex, Cartier, Omega and more.

New mousse blush for an effortless, natural flushed look

The new Cloudtopia blush comes in an airy and lightweight mousse texture, suitable for cheeks, lips, and eyes, and promises up to 14 hours of wear.

New nail polish collection with "diamond dust" effect

The home nail product market has continued to grow in recent years. Here is how you can get the stardust effect right at home.

The beloved burger restaurant opens a branch near Kiryat Shmona

Precisely now, when tensions in the north are at their peak, the guys behind Kvish 90 are fulfilling a dream and opening an additional branch near Kiryat Shmona.

Logitech launches a new peripheral series with an emphasis on comfort for work

The new Signature Comfort Plus series is specifically aimed at employees who spend hours in front of the computer at home, in the office and in shared workspaces.

Chentro: The colorful truffle burger from Dubai lands in Israel

At Chentro you first choose the flavor and color of the bun, and only then reinforce it with a giant patty featuring fiery flavors and a variety of decadent toppings.

The World Cup streaming battle: Cellcom also promises delay–free broadcasting

Ahead of the 2026 World Cup, the company is launching a new campaign centered around Ultra Live technology, which it claims significantly reduces the delay in streaming broadcasts.

The small bathroom mistake that is costing you much more than you thought

Most people replace their toilet seat too late, despite early signs indicating that it is time for a replacement.

These are the cleanest and safest beaches in Israel for 2026

The international environmental certification "Blue Flag" was awarded to 62 beaches and 3 marinas in 13 authorities across Israel.

First store and new hummus start-up: Skinny Pasta expands

Diet brand Skinny Pasta opens its first factory outlet in Israel at Renanim Mall, adding a hummus start-up by chef Avi Levy alongside konjac products, meals, bundles and healthy food options.

Serendipitous gifts are all around us: The invisible threads connecting Israelis in times of loss

In Judaism, there is no such thing as mere happenstance. Everything is viewed as hashgacha pratit (divine providence). 

The US-Israel alliance reached a military peak, but its political future is under threat - analysis

There’s no denying the historic trust and battlefield cooperation during the recent war with Iran. Yet future prospects for Washington’s support are bleak.

White House officials push for USD 250 bill featuring Trump's portrait - report

The director of the Bureau of Engraving and Printing said several legal and procedural obstacles would delay the bill's printing by several years, although some officials are pushing for immediacy.

Pakistan foreign minister set to discuss Iran with Rubio in Washington

A first round of peace talks in Pakistan concluded without a pact, but Reuters reported on Thursday that Tehran and Washington had reached an initial agreement to extend the ceasefire.

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