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Unlike many Jewish communities across the Soviet Union, the Jews of the Caucasus managed to preserve their identity. Shabbat was kept quietly, Judaism lived on discreetly.

Choosing which Loire Valley châteaux to visit is both a delightful and challenging dilemma, one that quickly becomes overwhelming. There are 300 châteaux in total, and about 100 open to the public.

Leaders from more than 60 countries have been invited to serve on the Gaza Board of Peace.

Ofer emphasized that Graham’s remarks represent a sharp shift in the usual approach to dealing with Arab states.

Steve Witkoff, in contact with Iran's FM Abbas Araghchi via text, reportedly "defused the situation" by informing Trump that the Iranian government had canceled planned executions.

The moves, reported since late Friday, came as US officials and regional militaries coordinated on contingency planning for possible Iranian retaliation.

Reports from doctors on the ground stated that at least 16,500 protesters have died and 330,000 have been injured, according to testimony within Iran shared with the 'Sunday Times.'

Overnight on January 17 and 18, there were major changes on the ground as Arab tribal fighters claimed to seize control of a number of villages and two oil fields on the East side of the Euphrates.

Under the guidance of the US President Donald Trump-appointed Board of Peace, NCAG leader Ali Shaath promised to build the foundations for the Gaza Strip to have a prosperous future.

'The Jerusalem Post' was unable to verify additional foreign media outlets where reporters have successfully broadcast from within Iranian territory.

For some commentators, the current conflict in Syria boils down to the new Syrian government attacking Kurdish forces. While this is correct in some ways, it is also very simplistic.

What distinguishes current talks from the historical cooperation among the three countries is the effort to formalize these relationships under a mutual defense framework.

It’s possible Iran has used foreign groups to suppress protesters. Because they are foreigners, they have no allegiance to average Iranians and likely don’t mind harming them.

The internet blackout started at approximately 8:30 p.m. on January 8 during nationwide anti-regime protest activity across the Islamic Republic.

The head of the YPG warned that only the US or its coalition partners can halt Syria’s advance into Kurdish-held territory, as government forces seize key towns and energy sites.

NetBlocks reported that at hour 238 of the digital blackout, there was a “significant return to some online services, including Google, suggesting that heavily filtered access has been enabled.”

The day after in Gaza will be decided by whoever takes ownership of it with an executable policy.

Pezeshkian's comments come after Trump's Politico interview, where the US president stated that "It's time to look for new leadership in Iran."

Soltani was arrested during public protests in Karaj on January 8. He was the first to be sentenced to execution, an Iranian official told Reuters.

Syrian state media reported that Damascus and the US-backed Syrian Democratic Forces reached an immediate ceasefire after days of clashes in Kurdish-held areas of the northeast.

Reports indicated that Israel may have been taken by surprise that Trump had been aloof at first, but was suddenly contemplating an attack on Wednesday.

Around 200 protesters stormed the residence of the Palestinian Authority’s ambassador in Tehran, injuring Salam al-Zawawi and embassy staff and causing extensive damage, Iranian media reported.

Netanyahu on Sunday convened several ministers within the senior defense echelon to discuss recent developments in the region. Israeli officials believe that a "US strike on Iran is still an option."

Every time we show facial gestures, it feels effortless, but the brain is quietly coordinating an intricate performance.

How to build a short, smart, and effective workout without compromising results — through correct prioritization, big exercises, and minimal time wasted on things that don’t really move you forward.

Fresh and tempting, even the most “innocent” fruits may carry unwanted residues. Studies show not all fruits are equal, and some need extra care before eating.

As millions recover from the stress of war, JDC is expanding care, harnessing technology, and fostering resilience across Israel

Rather than simply offering play or stimulation, the space integrates all five senses - sight, sound, touch, smell, and taste - to create an environment of safety, calm, and predictability.

We are used to reading articles about foods that help protect the heart and the brain – or those that preserve eyesight – but what about one of our most important senses: Hearing?

The team concluded that SafeWax is “an innovative technology with the potential to become a breakthrough in the field of sustainable crop protection.”

'Never Again' was never intended as a ceremonial phrase, recited once a year and then set aside. It was meant as a warning.

Israel is more united than it has been in years. Numerous wars, missiles falling, and victorious battles have brought the people together in ways unimaginable just a few years ago. 

New Yorkers, whether Jewish or not, must be willing to disavow what is being touted as a moral equivalence of something that is actually a precursor to forced expulsion.

The US government should take its constitutional oversight responsibility seriously.

The method represents something far more dangerous than a single smear campaign. It’s a weaponized assault on truth itself.

What happened at Bondi was an assault on the idea that free societies can remain free if they abandon the values that sustain them.

An observation of one or more people overcoming the medical odds can invite further study.

A 'government of change' will 'rejig priorities: money will flow to security, education, academia, hi-tech, and health and shore up the values of Zionism that reflect Israel’s raison d’etre.'

I still believe New York can choose life over death, courage over fear, and unity over the easy politics of scapegoating. But that choice begins with what you decide to protect on your first day.

The Holocaust didn’t start with gas chambers; it is important to remember that it began with words.

Zionism has faded into symbolism, and recovering its original purpose is essential for the Jewish future.

After a huge hug and a few sips of coffee, she flat-out told me she is living her best life. 'When I turned 50,' she said, 'I felt that even if given the choice, I would never go back to 40 or 30.'

Celebrities are declaring verdicts on real-world news, but applause-driven certainty on the world isn’t journalism.

Everyday, middle-of-the-road Israelis agree: playing politics with the country’s security is wrong and dangerous.

October 7 was the direct outcome of an educational process that shapes young minds through hatred, the delegitimization of the State of Israel, and the glorification of violence and terrorism.

The question is not what Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. would say today – he already told us. The question is whether we are prepared to listen.

Any actor hoping to help the protesters is going to need a long-term strategy before jumping in.

Israel is not retreating from the world. It is asserting its right to shape its future on its own terms – as a secure, victorious, and unapologetically Jewish state.

Trump claims to have called off strikes on Iran's supreme leader back in June 2025. Now the protesters in Iran hang in the balance as he appears to give Khamenei another lifeline.

CC Craig Guilford offered no apology for the erroneous policing of the Maccabi match, blaming "political and media frenzy" for his departure.

The three textbooks and one middle school dictionary included a paragraph stating that "1,200 Jewish settlers" were killed "in a series of Hamas attacks."

Estados Unidos participará en conversaciones con Hamas sobre desmilitarización y discutirá qué programa de amnistía se puede ofrecer a Hamas con Israel.

Los movimientos se produjeron mientras funcionarios de EE. UU. y militares regionales coordinaban la planificación de contingencia para posibles represalias iraníes.

El presidente de los Estados Unidos, Donald Trump, canceló los ataques a Irán después de decidir que el beneficio potencial no valía las consecuencias, informó el Washington Post el sábado.

La administración Trump ha informado a los países que desean un puesto permanente en la nueva Junta de Paz de Gaza (BoP), que será responsable de reconstruir la Franja de Gaza.

Egipto y Turquía emitieron respuestas a la invitación de Trump, diciendo que estaban considerando aceptar la oferta para unirse a la Junta de Paz de Gaza.

Cuando se trata de la agencia de espionaje e Irán, siempre hay mucho más de lo que se ve a simple vista.

Su lucha es nuestra lucha, y lo menos que podemos hacer es expresarnos.

Kfir, su hermano mayor Ariel y su madre Shiri fueron asesinados por terroristas de Hamas después de ser tomados como rehenes el 7 de octubre. Su padre fue el único sobreviviente de la familia.

El periodista senior Malcolm Balen examinó cientos de horas de material de transmisión de la BBC, tanto en televisión como en radio, analizando el contenido en detalle minucioso.

En una reciente entrevista con Gilad Morag en el podcast de Maariv, reveló, entre otras cosas, que frustró un complot de asesinato contra Netanyahu.

Mamdani's criticism was in response to an anti-Israel protest held on January 8 against a Nefesh B’Nefesh event aimed at providing information to those considering aliyah.

New law shifts focus to contract wording in real estate deals, limiting broad interpretation, increasing certainty, and placing more responsibility on parties at the signing stage.

Data from the Central Bureau of Statistics show a trend reversal: The annual increase in housing prices stands at only 0.1%. For the first time in months, a price increase is noticeable.

3D-printed construction technology presents a rare opportunity to change the rules of the game and bring Israel’s construction sector into the 21st century.

The statement comes after a recent report by the Council of Patriarchs and Heads of Churches in Jerusalem found “threats to Christian heritage."

Jerusalem artists explore life during and after the October 7 massacre in exhibition "My Life at the Moment," blending home, war, and personal reflection.

Tamar Aluf paints longing, turning personal loss into art that resonates with memory, emotion, and renewal.

Explore Jerusalem from the Spirit of Herzl Hotel, where Zionist comics line the halls and history meets comfort in a central location.

Taking place simultaneously in Berlin, London, Stockholm, New York, Boston, and Hollywood, Florida, the festival spotlights Hebrew not only as an ancient language, but as a living, evolving tongue.

Kobi Farhi talks to the Post ahead of the launch of his autobiographical new book, "Good Night, Orphaned Land."

The IDF has been active east of the Yellow Line in northern Gaza throughout the month of January, dismantling terrorist infrastructure and targeting known terrorists.

Operation Dugo grew out of David “Dugo” Leitner’s personal tradition of eating falafel every January 18, the date linked to the start of the Auschwitz death marches in 1945.

In recent years Jenner has been active in political commentary and public advocacy, including vocal statements about Israel.

"You have to understand, Gaza is not the West Bank. Recruiting and activating people in Gaza is a very, very difficult thing."

The Israel Nature and Parks Authority warned that water levels in streams and rivers across the country have risen following recent rainfall, and several parks are closed due to flood risk.

The IDF reported that, during investigations of the surrounding area, a vehicle with Israeli plates was found containing blunt weapons. The vehicle was confiscated by the district police.

Lanzmann’s genius was to understand that the details were the story, that in the deepest sense, it was impossible to memorialize the Holocaust without knowing exactly what happened.

A source told Maariv the partner shouted at him, “Just because you were a hostage doesn’t mean you can talk however you want,” and then went on to assault his friend. 

Kfir, his older brother Ariel, and his mother Shiri were all murdered by Hamas terrorists after being taken hostage on October 7. His father was the only survivor of the family.

A first reading of the budget must be approved for the state to approve it in March. 

Sa’ar said Latin America is undergoing “major political change” and framed Asfura’s visit as an opportunity to reset ties.

The IDF sent out more than half a dozen messages about how ready it was and how strong its air defense capabilities are, only for Netanyahu to privately express the opposite opinion to Trump.

According to the group, the protesters went to confront faction head Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich over rising prices and what they describe as misplaced government spending.

Opposition leaders said the legislation would create a "whitewash committee," allowing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to avoid taking responsibility for failures surrounding the attacks.

In its X post, HRF called Hochman “war propagandist and inciter,” and accused him of praising Israel’s campaign in Gaza. The post added that CLAIHR would also file a complaint.

Ministers said Kushner “derailed” Israel’s 2020 sovereignty declaration and continues to pose obstacles because of close political and economic links with Arab leaders.

Rosenfeld's lawyers sent a letter to the State Attorney’s Office claiming that "investigative materials that are highly relevant and vital were hidden from the defense."

Police argued that the Rishon Lezion Magistrate’s Court erred when it canceled restrictions, including restrictions on Urich’s employment and broad no-contact orders.

The CMCC was established in October 2025 to shift responsibility for managing the ceasefire, humanitarian aid, and planning for the future of the Gaza Strip.

Maccabi survives late Zalgiris push at home as Hapoel rallies past ASVEL on the road in Euroleague basketball matches.

Michal Gadisman, who said she previously worked as a senior secretary for former minister Silvan Shalom, also testified, alleging he sexually assaulted her years ago. 

Goldberg-Polin, mother of Hersh, will release an intimate memoir this spring, while Eshel, father of Roni, is publishing a book chronicling the 34 days before learning of his daughter’s death.

According to police, Muhammad sat on a bus beside a reservist officer in uniform, played loud music, and after she moved seats, he approached from behind at a stop and spat in her face.

Cohen was injured in an accident in the city of Chiang Mai, where he was pronounced dead. He was transported back to Israel at his family's request.

In a series of clandestine operations, the IDF and Shin Bet put together more and more pieces of a complex puzzle until they located Shaul's remains. 

These three aircraft are part of a long-standing deal spread over a period of years to raise Israel's fleet from 25 to 50 F-35s.

The government told Israel’s High Court of Justice it has no authority to compel a state commission of inquiry into the October 7 failures, citing separation of powers.

'The geographical and academic proximity of hi-tech, venture capital, and young entrepreneurs underpins one of Israel’s recipes for success.'

The “Return Hall” at Gush Etzion Heritage Center showcases modern settlement life, linking the bloc’s founding, battles, and fall with today’s community and daily life.

The Nakash family’s luxury hotel brand opens its first Caribbean resort with hundreds of rooms, five restaurants, a luxury spa, and an adjoining nature reserve – a dream vacation worldwide.

Tom Ford’s new creation, the activist ambassador, the most Japanese rooftop in Israel, oils for little ones, a trip to the orchard, a Mexican vibe, and the return of the checkers game.

MYSHOP is launching MaYa – a multi-channel, multilingual voice AI system for orders and service, addressing accessibility, labor shortages, and revenue loss.

Rapid7 and ARMO’s new security solution, based on runtime data analysis, enables security teams to reduce cloud risks faster and respond in real time to active cyberattacks.

Portuguese airline TAP Air, which recently announced plans to resume its Lisbon–Tel Aviv route, is set to add four weekly flights from Porto starting in fall 2026, with fares starting at under $400.

The parallels with 1967 are striking. Israel has once again been forced to look inward towards its own military industrial base and high-tech sector

The Hero 90 loitering munition is designed for anti-armor missions and delivers extended-range and precision strikes

Those tariffs would increase to 25% on June 1 and would continue until a deal was reached for the US to purchase Greenland, Trump wrote.

The war opened new opportunities for Dnipro's Jews to reconnect to Judaism, finding purpose and hope amid the missile barrages.

The Pentagon has placed 1,500 active-duty US soldiers on alert as mass protests against immigration enforcement escalate in Minnesota, following the National Guard’s mobilization and rising tensions

Inmates, some wearing jumpsuits but most in tank tops and shorts, their faces covered by masks improvised with pieces of clothing, watched from above, perched in the prison's patrol towers.

In state capital Sydney, Australia's largest city, residents and holidaymakers were evacuated late on Saturday after dangerous flooding hit the low-lying suburb of Narrabeen, authorities said.

TBIJ alleges that Portland Communications - which was founded in 2001 by the now-director of communications for Keir Starmer - was contracted to carry out "shady, paid-for edits" on Wikipedia.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney told reporters in Doha that the details will be worked through "in the coming days."

"As members of NATO, we are committed to strengthening Arctic security as a shared transatlantic interest," Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, and Britain stated.

Trump has also invited India to be a part of the BoP, Asian News International (ANI) reported on Sunday, citing sources familiar with the details. 

A song born of lockdown, silence, and ancient wisdom.

Fried said the company was created to solve a practical problem facing Israeli investors. While Bitcoin adoption has expanded worldwide, Israeli banks remain cautious.

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