The Jerusalem Post Archive

12 November 2019
Ilhan Omar calls Peter King 'Islamophobe'

Long-time GOP Rep. Peter King announced he will not be seeking reelection.

Rep. Luria holds Hebrew bible in ad supporting Trump impeachment inquiry

For Jews, the video is a big deal for another reason: in it, Luria is seen multiple times clearly holding a Hebrew bible as she recites the oath of office.

Bernie Sanders to Bloomberg: ‘Sorry, you ain’t going to buy this election’

Sanders threw down the gauntlet on Friday in Iowa, location of the first nominating contest of the 2020 presidential campaign.

Jewish Congressman calls Alan Dershowitz a Nazi collaborator

Attacks like this only further divide the nation, Dershowitz said.

Personal injury compensation in the US: What you should know

Recovering after an injury is sometimes difficult and in cases where there is loss of life, no amount of money can ever replace a loved one.

UN Mideast envoy Mladenov: Palestinian's death today is shocking

According to the reports, the clash began when several Palestinians threw rocks and Molotov cocktails at an IDF post at the entrance to the refugee camp.

In BDS victory, top European Court rules settlement products must be labeled

Israel holds that such labeling helps the Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions movement boycott such products.

Who was Islamic Jihad's Baha Abu al-Ata and why did Israel want him dead?

The head of Palestinian Islamic Jihad’s (PIJ) Al-Quds Brigades in Gaza, Baha Abu al-Ata was considered one of the top terrorists in the blockaded coastal enclave.

In photos: Israel under rocket fire from Gaza
What should you do if you hear a rocket siren?

As rockets fly, welfare institutions, public health officials issue recommendations.

Kochavi: IDF is ready on the ground, in the air and at sea

Netanyahu: Gaza Operation will take time; We will hit anyone who hits us.

WATCH: IDF soldiers block CNN reporter's camera on live TV

CNN's Jerusalem Correspondent Oren Liebermann was seen in the live video trying to maneuver away so he could continue reporting, but a hand kept blocking the camera and blacking out the transmission.

Central Israel a ghost town as terrorists aim rockets at the country

People wondered out loud whether or not there would be a war.

#JiHadEnough: Another IDF social media misfire

#JiHadEnough, which was used in the IDF's tweet announcing the assassination of Baha Abu Al Ata, is the latest in the IDF's misguided social media campaigns.

Who is authorized to decide on military action in Israel?

Former chief military prosecutor explains that it is not clear

The IAF assassinated Bahaa Abu al-Ata during large scale military exercise

The writing was on the wall for Bahaa Abu al-Ata.

Taurid meteor shower has arrived, will remain visible for weeks

The Taurid meteors often appear yellow or orange, giving them the general classification of representing fireballs.

A lost temple – new findings might shatter Biblical archaeology paradigm

In his recent research, Zvi Koenigsberg may shed new light on long-held beliefs which are three millennia-old.

Israel ‘under threat’ by lack of basic education for ultra-Orthodox children

Prof. Dan Ben David predicts that by 2065, some 35% of Israel’s population will be ultra-Orthodox, compared to its current level of 9% of the population.

Half of Israelis think Diaspora Jews should be taken into account in policy decisions

The 2019 Israeli Foreign Policy Index by the Mitvim Institute showed that Saudi Arabia and Egypt are the most important Arab countries for Jerusalem to cooperate with.

Liberman put Netanyahu and Gantz in the prisoners’ dilemma - analysis

An introduction to game theory from Nobel winner Robert Aumann can help us analyze the political situation.

Finally, a court decision that favors Netanyahu - analysis

Nothing about Monday’s ruling changes indications received by the 'Post' that Mandelblit will indict the prime minister in Case 4000, the "Bezeq-Walla Affair."

Netanyahu to Gantz: Gov't with Arab list 'slap in face' of IDF soldiers

"There is one other government that must not be established, and this is a minority government that includes the Arab parties," the prime minister said.

Jordan's king tours enclave along Israel border after end of lease deal

The king on Sunday declared an end of the arrangement, which many Jordanians saw as a humiliation that perpetuated what they regarded as an Israeli occupation of Jordanian territory.

Israel under Gaza rockets: Caring for your pets in times of emergency

"If you need to move to safer areas in response to the rocket attacks, you should bring your pets with you."

Left-wing MKs accuse Netanyahu of starting war for political advantage

The comments drew criticism from MKs on the Right and the Left

IFCJ provides hundreds of protective vests to emergency response units

The fellowship has been heavily involved, via donor money, in enhancing the security of civilians living close to the Gaza Strip.

Rocket miracles: Two near-deadly rocket strikes in Israel during barrage

A rocket from Gaza landed on Route 4 in Gan Yavne this morning, creating a crater in the road.

Netanyahu snubs new defense minister Bennett in press conference

The press conference took place an hour and a half after Bennett officially took the new role.

No end game in sight for trade war, China business expert warns

"I see Israel in a position of having to choose between America and China," said McGregor.

What will be the political fallout of the security situation? - Analysis

“This might take time,” Netanyahu said. “We have to let the IDF do their work.”

Security situation intrudes on President Rivlin’s Shazar Prize reception

Rivlin welcomed the laureates, their families and members of the administrative public council of the Zalman Shazar Center, named for Israel’s third president.

Jacob’s Ladder music festival closes down

Annual Anglo gathering for over 4 decades sunk by rising costs, growing bureaucracy.

Our Common Destiny Launches Crowdsourcing Phase

The mission of Our Common Destiny is to help Jews from all over the world work together to develop a shared set of ethics, values and principles.

Israel-Jordan peace needs warming up

There are several reasons for the present perception of a cooling-off in the relationship, often related to internal politics in both countries.

An appointment that smacks of panic and paranoia

As Iran’s centrifuges spin, Netanyahu is prioritizing spinning political wheels to ensure his political survival.

Ask any Iraqi – Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi is dead, ISIS isn’t

The killing of Baghdadi brings up many questions and presents the possibility of using the attention focused on ISIS to bring attention to the people who are still suffering from ISIS’s attacks.

Points to pursue amid Islamic Jihad escalation

The prime minister and the rest of the interim government should support new Defense Minister MK Naftali Bennett.

Jordanian ex-minister: Arabs supported Hitler because he hated Jews

His comments came days before a Jordanian researcher claimed just 400,000 Jews had been killed by the Nazis.

FBI: Michigan engineer sent confidential tech data to Iran

The FBI complaint accused the Iranian national of stealing confidential information and technical data from an unidentified company January 2015 through June 2016.

Top US official: We can’t force Iran to change, but have cornered it

“We have put as much constraints as we can on Iran’s behavior. There are more fundamental structural constraints on what they can do,” than in the past.

Iranian protesters rip down flags in unrest as poet's death blamed on gov.

Reza Najafi, Khuzestan's provinical security and police chief, said that Haidari died from a stroke. Protesters have called the death "suspicious."

Israel strikes deputy Islamic Jihad chief's home in Damascus - casualties

Two people reported dead and six others injured after a building was targeted near the Lebanese Embassy in Damascus, right after PIJ leader Bahaa Abu Al-Ata was killed in Gaza.

500 - 600 US troops to remain in Syria, military chief confirms

America will leave a military presence on the ground to keep pressure on ISIS

On the border of Gaza, facing Iran - analysis

PIJ is important for Iran because the Islamic republic's regime often argues that the terrorist group is the center of “resistance” against Israel and the US.

France's Macron and Trump to meet before NATO summit
Former U.S. President Carter hospitalized in Atlanta for bleeding on the brain
Rocket sirens sound again near Gaza
MK Omer Bar-Lev warns Bennett could 'recklessly start a war'
Hamas releases statement mourning Al-Ata
50 rockets fired from Gaza since early Tuesday morning
Israel Foreign Ministry blames Iran for violence
Rocket wounds three near Ashdod
EU calls for Gaza deescalation, condemns indiscriminate rocket fire
IDF kills two more Palestinian Islamic Jihad terrorists
Palestinian Islamic Jihad: we are not interested in calm
IDF strikes Palestinian Islamic Jihad targets in Gaza
Rockets from Gaza: Direct strike on factory in Sderot, no injuries
IDF kills PIJ terrorists just before they launch rockets at Israel
PA spokesman: Mahmoud Abbas trying to establish calm in Gaza
Rocket directly hits house in Eshkol region, no injuries
Rocket sirens sound again at Nahal Oz near Gaza
Danon demands UNSC ‘clearly and unequivocally’ condemn attack on Israel
IDF tanks shell three Islamic Jihad posts in Gaza Strip
Lebanese bank staff union calls for strike action on Wednesday
Naftali Bennett declares heightened alert at Home Front for 48 hours
IDF continues striking PIJ posts in Gaza
Rocket hits Sderot, report proves untrue
EU supports Egyptian efforts to de-escalate Gaza violence
U.S. Supreme Court will not shield gun maker from Sandy Hook lawsuit
UN urges Lebanon to form gov't of "competence," banks close
IDF recruits Iron Dome, Home Front reserve forces
Saudi court convicts 38 people on terrorism-related charges
Adam Schiff: Impeachment hearings no place for conspiracy
Lebanon banks to seek security conditions to enable staff to resume work
Germany condemns Gaza rocket fire
U.S. Ambassador to Israel: ‘We stand with our friend and ally’
IDF drone strikes Islamic Jihad terrorists in the northern Gaza Strip
Two Islamic Jihad terrorists killed in IDF strike
Trump’s advisor Berkowitz: ‘Main obstacles holding Gazans’ are Hamas/PIJ
IDF strikes several Islamic Jihad outposts in Gaza Strip
Islamic Jihad: ‘The upcoming hours will speak for themselves’
Jordan, Arab League denounce ‘Israeli aggression’ in Gaza Strip
Trump says U.S. has eye on Baghdadi's third in command
Mother of slain terrorist leader calls to bomb Tel Aviv
Pompeo 'deplored' the death toll at protests in phone call with Iraqi PM
PIJ spokesperson to Israel: You won’t decide how this will end
UK Conservative Party hit by cyber attack ahead of election
Damages to industry in southern Israel said to be roughly 92 mil nis
IDF drone strikes PIJ post in northern Gaza Strip
State Dept: Some 10,000 ISIS detainees in Syria 'ticking time-bomb'
Turkish judge refuses to throw out trial of student Pride marchers
WJC leader Ronald Lauder: World Jewry stands with Israel
Suspected wife-killer spent 24 hours with her body before it was found
Lebanon's Aoun says found Hariri hesitant about being PM
Hamas: Upcoming hours will prove ‘our brothers’ are not alone
Aoun: Lebanese gov't must include politicians, urges protesters to go home
Palestinian Ministry of Health: One woman, nine men killed in IDF strikes
IDF strikes several Islamic Jihad posts in the Gaza Strip
IDF: Israeli Air Force targeted three Islamic Jihad terrorists
Islamic State detainees in Syria a 'ticking time-bomb'
VP Mike Pence: America strongly affirms Israel's right to defend itself
In challenging Malmo, Muslims and Jews commemorate Kristallnacht together

"We Muslims were not there in Germany on 1938 on this devastating night, but today we are here, in one country, and we stand up against any attack on any Jew," Imam Salahuddin Barakat said.

How Ukraine’s bloody 2014 revolution affected Jews

Ukraine’s parliament voted to oust President Viktor Yanyukovych, and voters elected Petro Poroshenko — who was replaced earlier this year by Zolodymyr Zelensky, the country’s first Jewish president.

Bernie Sanders writes essay on antisemitism for Jewish publication

In the article for the left-wing magazine Jewish Currents, the Democratic presidential candidate says he is firmly proud to be Jewish and to support Israel.

Blogger apologizes for photo of rubber duck on Auschwitz train tracks

The Auschwitz Memorial called the blogger out in a tweet on Wednesday.

Thousands rally in Milan in solidarity with Holocaust survivor under police escort

About 5,000 people rallied under a pelting rain to express their solidarity to Senator for Life Liliana Segre, who is the target of hundreds of antisemitic messages every day.

Swastikas and hate messages sprayed on cars east of London

In the last decade, Orthodox communities from London’s Stamford neighborhood have made their homes in Canvey Island.

Rabbi’s death in Ukraine was part of a $660 robbery, court rules

Two defendants received 11 and 9 years in jail for robbery and causing severe bodily harm, but were neither charged with murder or manslaughter. The remaining defendants were sentenced to 7 years.

Trump honors veteran who saved 200 Jewish American soldiers in POW camp

The president recounted Master Sergeant Roddie Edmonds's heroic actions at the Veterans Day Parade in New York

Young Israel calls for Jonathan Pollard's parole conditions to be dropped

The appeal was made to President Trump on humanitarian grounds, as Pollard's wife is suffering from cancer

Journalist Souad Mekhennet awarded International Leadership Award

While working for the Post, Mekhennet has written about the rise of extremism and terrorist organizations like al-Qaeda and ISIS in Europe, the Middle East and Africa.

New fund targets Israeli, European enterprise tech start-ups

Fund founder: our unique perspective is 'informed by the Israeli experience'.

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