The Jerusalem Post Archive

5 December 2019
Italian fashion designer Valentino dead at 93

Valentino ranked alongside Giorgio Armani and Karl Lagerfeld as the last of a leading generation of designers, from an era before fashion became a highly commercial industry.

US believes its personal power matters more than international law, UN chief Guterres says

When confronted with disparaging statements US President Donald Trump made about the UN's effectiveness and purpose, António Guterres admitted that the UN had no leverage to force members to obey.

Trump confirms Putin was invited to join Gaza Board of Peace initiative

While speaking to reporters, Trump also confirmed he would discuss acquiring Greenland at this week's Davos World Economic Forum.

WJC President Ronald Lauder may be behind Trump's strong Greenland push - report

Since Trump’s first term, Lauder has, according to the Guardian, acquired commercial holdings in Greenland. Some analysts see his suggestion to Trump as a way to personally benefit.

Trump invites EU to Board of Peace, but European officials worried council aims to replace UN

"In the EU, nothing happens quickly. Legal teams and senior officials are carefully reviewing every word in the documents and conditions before any official response," an EU source told Maariv.

China joins world countries invited to join Trump's Board of Peace

China has been invited to join US President Donald Trump's Board of Peace initiative aimed at resolving global conflicts.

Donald Trump calls UK's Chagos deal with Mauritius to hand over sovereignty, a 'great stupidity'

"Shockingly, our 'brilliant' NATO Ally, the UK, is planning to give away the Island of Diego Garcia, the site of a vital US Military Base, to Mauritius, and to do so FOR NO REASON," Trump said.

Dozens of Australian east coast beaches closed after four shark attacks in two days

"If you're thinking about going for a swim, think of going to a local pool because at this stage, we're advising that beaches are unsafe," said Steven Pearce, executive chief of Surf Life Saving NSW.

Iran's internet to return to normal by Friday, official announces

Afshin declared that "by order of the president, nationwide internet access will be restored from today to tomorrow and at the latest by the end of the week," which in Iran is on Friday.

‘Anti-Iranian criminal’: Pahlavi targets Khamenei over deaths of demonstrators in Iran protests

"You are an anti-Iranian criminal,” the crown prince said. “You have neither honor nor humanity. Your hands are stained with the blood of tens of thousands of Iranians."

Kurdish unity: Protests erupt across Iraq in support of Syria's Rojava

The crisis in Syria is affecting Kurds all over the world, primarily due to the fear that members of the Syrian government’s security forces may commit abuses amid the new offensive.

Syria's Interior Ministry says 120 ISIS terrorists scaped from prison after Rudaw reported 1,500

The Syrian ministry said Syrian army units and ministry special forces entered Shaddadi following the breakout.

Israeli scientists create light-activated plastic for safer manufacturing

The Ben-Gurion team essentially embedded an on/off mechanism inside the plastic’s building blocks, eliminating the need for fragile or expensive catalyst systems.

Netanya prepares for elections after mayor passes away

The mayoral elections will be taking place between the hours from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Pitchon-Lev launches new scholarship for youth from Israel’s socio-economic periphery

The launch of the scholarship is part of the ongoing collaboration between both organizations, reflecting a vision of not only providing assistance but also showing change for these young people.

Singer Nasreen Kadri offers public apology, pledges support after assault claims by Rom Braslavski

Kadri stated that the incident "should not have happened," while she also referred to the suffering Breslavsky has endured over the past two years.

Haredi community protests autopsies for babies killed in Jerusalem daycare disaster

Police arrested the daycare owner and the caregiver in charge following initial questioning, and both will be brought before a judge on Tuesday as the investigation continues. 

Former PM Bennett: Enthusiastic Hamas aides, Turkey and Qatar, ushered through Gaza's front door

“Erdogan and the despicable Qatar, the greatest haters of Israel, the most enthusiastic aides of Hamas, are being ushered in through the front door to run Gaza,” Bennett wrote on X/Twitter.

Israel begins dismantling process of banned UNRWA's Jerusalem headquarters

The measures against UNRWA began in late 2024 with Israel’s decision to outlaw all of the organization’s activities within the country’s borders.

Syrian Kurds are fighting for survival – and Israel’s future is tied to theirs - opinion

Northern Syria is collapsing into chaos, and unless the West acts, the Kurds will pay the price.

Yemen’s fractured power struggle deepens its humanitarian, political crisis - opinion

As Yemen fractures between competing power centers, millions face poverty and hunger.

Trump’s Gaza Board of Peace is concerning for Israeli security - opinion

Israel risks being sidelined as Trump forms a controversial “Board of Peace” with potentially biased members.

Jerusalem daycare tragedy exposes years of neglect, lawlessness, and failed oversight - editorial

What unfolded in Jerusalem was not merely a tragic accident. It was the foreseeable result of a prolonged erosion of governance, oversight, and responsibility.

How Iran protests put Hezbollah's survival in jeopardy - opinion

In its current fragile condition, Hezbollah appears incapable of assisting the Iranian regime if attacked or of suppressing renewed protests.

After not attending any meetings since 2007, Holocaust Memorial Museum seeks to oust Sen. Sanders

According to records the New York Post claims to have been supplied, Sanders has not attended a single one of the biannual meetings since he was appointed to the position 18 years ago.

Australia's lower house of Parliament toughens up on gun laws in wake of Bondi Beach shooting

The bill, which was opposed by conservative lawmakers, passed the House of Representatives by a vote of 96 to 45 and will now go to the Senate.

Dimitrios Dalia LA RÊVE 2026 – a collection that redefines modern elegance

The 2026 LA RÊVE collection by Dimitrios Dalia continues the brand’s well-known tradition – feminine, powerful designs that manage to be both modern and timeless at the same time.

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