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Though Israel lives according to clock time, its jihadi adversaries (state and sub-state terror groups) regard such mechanistic chronology as a theological profanation.

Israel must now identify new opportunities beyond its conventional focal points in international partnerships.

Extremism today does not fear visibility and no longer relies on secrecy to grow.

If Jerusalem’s posture now appears passive, Tehran wins twice. If Israel instead acts – decisively and intelligently – to help Iranians bring down the regime, a different strategic horizon opens up.

It may be that under the present circumstances, the court has no alternative but to act in this way.

One essential element remains conspicuously absent from the new peace plan: a credible, empowered Palestinian representative capable of engaging Israel directly.

If Israel is to remain faithful to its foundational ethos – that it does not abandon its soldiers – it must be willing to update its systems to reflect the full cost of war.

Education Minister Yoav Kisch requested a professional oversight unit to review complaints that highly critical Haaretz content has been included in high school exams.

Khamenei himself bears the responsibility for this bloodshed.

Five months after Netanyahu sketched his five principles for ending the war, the ones defining “total victory,” it turns out it was all 'kalam fadi', empty talk.

Hamas negotiates from exposure rather than strength or ambition, and Gaza has become a place it can neither control nor govern freely.

The antisemitism that led to the Jackson synagogue being burnt down is very much alive, and now at its most concerning levels.

The current security and political arrangements are more than sufficient, rendering the US acquisition of Greenland unnecessary.

What they asked Josh Shapiro during VP vetting reveals everything about how Jews are treated in America.

The British royal and six others, including Elton John, are suing Associated Newspapers over alleged unlawful practices, including phone hacking and deceptive access to personal data.

The best shopping recommendations for religious Israelis.

Baobab Studio presents an exhibition that connects art, communities, and mental resilience, featuring woodcarving works by residents of the North and the South that illustrate strength and coping.

NASA approaches the next phase of its deep space return program. Artemis 2 will be the first crewed mission to the Moon since Apollo 17 in 1972 and will serve as a critical test for new technologies.

We welcomed the crackers that arrived in stores in Israel after many years of anticipation.

We reviewed the flagship product in Electrolux’s new microwave series – a device that promises to fry, grill and bake without oil. The results surprised us.

We couldn’t decide: Zara’s pants or the satin dress from Mango?

Named after the Greek god of the sea, Proteus could potentially be at the heart of future anti-submarine operations

Israeli drone company XTEND and Lockheed Martin’s Skunk Works are working together to enable single operators to simultaneously command and control multiple drone classes.

Modern defense power is being redefined by a new triad: chips, infrastructure, and kilowatts.

The supercomputer is part of Israel’s National Program for AI R&D Infrastructure and is the first supercomputer designed for AI usage in Israel.

Alireza Jeyrani Hokmabad asked for asylum in Swiss territory not only for himself but also for his family after leaving his workplace.

HRW and Amnesty warn that Tehran uses rape, sexual violence, and torture to suppress dissent, continuing a pattern of violence following previous protests.

Mohareb, meaning to wage war against God, involves the use of weapons to create fear and breach public security under the regime’s law.

Over 500 Kurdish families have fled Syria amid escalating clashes between Syrian government forces and Kurdish-led groups, as fears grow over the potential collapse of the SDF.

An initial plan for US withdrawal from the base stipulated that hundreds of troops would leave by September 2025, with the rest departing by the end of 2026.

Amid fighting there are concerns ISIS detainees held in Syria could escape, while a deal foresees them being handed over to Damascus

The noodle restaurant was jointly run by a Chinese Muslim, Abdul Majid, his wife, and an Afghan partner, Abdul Jabbar Mahmood, and served the Chinese Muslim community, a police spokesperson said.

The SDF reported armed group attacks on ISIS prisons in Syria's northeast as clashes with Syrian government forces raise fears of renewed instability and terrorism.

Competing views on Hamas, the role of regional mediators, and the absence of Palestinian political representation at the executive level are shaping the next phase.

For the past decade, Aki-no has been one of the capital’s most eagerly anticipated cultural events; this year, it will present works from celebrated auteurs as well as rising talents.

After spotting the police, the driver, a man in his mid-20s, attempted to flee, driving recklessly through open terrain. 

The committee will take care of the regulation of commemorative manners and expression of legacy in IDF units and camps, to provide an in-depth review of honor attribution, the IDF said.

The clash intensified when Smotrich said, “Who are you anyway? Why are you interfering?" and Amsalem replied, “You’re not speaking politely, don’t call me chutzpan.”

Investigators from the Mesubim police station received a complaint regarding a break-in incident to a parked vehicle, from which around $100,000 and about NIS 180,000 in cash were allegedly stolen.

The operation is expected to continue for several days. During this period, residents may hear explosion sounds and observe increased movement of IDF forces throughout the area.

First, the new law will give recognition to children of soldiers as "orphans" for certain rights as long as the parent died before the age of 30.

If Trump's plan fails to demilitarize Gaza, Israel is likely to seek to carry out the disarmament itself, which would mean mobilizing four to five reserve divisions and resuming an offensive in Gaza.

Bereaved families, victims of the October 7 attacks, and parents of former hostages attended the panel.

The IDF killed two terrorists who posed an immediate threat, crossing the yellow line in the Gaza Strip, despite Phase II of Trump's peace plan being implemented.

Smotrich thanked Trump for his support for Israel and efforts to assist in returning hostages, but said the US president’s Gaza plan should be canceled.

Netanyahu has repeatedly portrayed Walla as “hostile,” particularly in the run-up to the 2015 election, pushing back against the notion that the site was unusually accommodating to his interests.

Na'eh, aged 62, served as Israel's first ambassador to the Gulf country, following the signing of the Abraham Accords.

Authorities noted sub-standard conditions at the daycare which may have been the cause of the incident.

Palestinian officials say two mosque figures were barred from the Ibrahimi Mosque for 15 days amid ongoing tensions in Hebron.

The case concerns classified military documents leaked in September 2024 to the German tabloid Bild, which reportedly outlined Hamas’s position on hostage negotiations.

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir will hold a security assessment with police and fire officials following the incident at a Jerusalem kindergarten.

“The government is causing serious damage to the possibility of reaching the truth regarding the events of October 7,” reads the A-G written position.

According to the IDF, there were 847 Palestinian terror attacks in 2023, leading to 35 killed Israelis, in comparison to 504 attacks in 2024, which resulted in 41 killed Israelis.

New electronic bracelets have been so far ineffective

Military also concerned about terror groups' attacks coming across Jordan border

It was not immediately clear if Israel had accepted the invitation. The Prime Minister's Office did not respond to Reuters's request for comment.

Deni Avdija returned from injury with a dominant 30-point performance, leading Portland to a 117-110 win over Sacramento, as the Blazers extended their win streak to three.

Coming just weeks after the deadly Bondi Beach, the visit was of significant importance to the attendees.

The attack shocked the nation and led to calls for tougher action on antisemitism and gun control, with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese pledging tougher action on both.

When Shapiro complained about the offensive nature of the double agent question, he was told, “Well, we have to ask,” Shapiro wrote, which “said a lot about some of the people around the VP.”

While Sinyakov offers spiritual guidance as the first Jewish chaplain attached to a Ukrainian military unit, he explained that eighty percent of his work was psychological aid.

Amid growing antisemitism in the UK, Trump’s lawyer Robert Garson revealed talks with the US State Department about offering asylum to British Jews seeking refuge.

The investigation comes after MP Damien Egan was prevented from visiting Bristol Brunel Academy in his Bristol North East constituency after intervention from anti-Israel activists.

If “never again” is going to mean anything in our cities, it must show up in what we do now and in how quickly we’re willing to say, without a moment’s hesitation: not here.

Rapper Kanye West released the controversial song in May 2025. The music video for Heil Hitler depicts a group of black men in formation singing 'Ni**a Heil Hitler' multiple times.

The award was given to the Hersh Goldberg-Polin Circle of Friends, which was created to commemorate slain Gaza hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin.

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent claimed that the US gaining control of Greenland was essential for global stability, saying, "Europeans project weakness. US projects strength."

Firefighters told Pakistan's local television station Geo News that the lack of ventilation in the mall, which houses over 1,200 shops, caused the building to fill with smoke and slowed the rescue

Trump has repeatedly insisted he will settle for nothing less than ownership of Greenland, an autonomous territory of Denmark.

The report on the prison holding US deportees was delayed from December 21, with CBS saying more reporting was needed.

The Kremlin stated that Moscow is studying the proposal and hopes for contacts with Washington concerning it.

The World Economic Forum said Iran’s foreign minister will not attend Davos this year, citing the killing of civilians during Tehran’s violent crackdown on protests.

'The Scholar' - Insights from the Faculty of the Hebrew University Business School. Maor Zaguri, Acclaimed Israeli Director In conversation with Professor Shoham Choshen-Hillel.

Survivors of the deadly train crash in southern Spain recall the terrifying moment of impact, as at least 39 are confirmed dead and dozens more are injured in the wreckage.

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

During one deployment, Zakai learned that a close childhood friend had been killed in combat roughly a kilometer away from his unit.

A medtech founder shares five awareness practices for mental and physical health that restore balance and reduce daily stress.

Many people choose tuna as a main component of their daily menu – but is there also an ingredient hidden in the can that could be problematic?

The hottest trend of the past year exposes some of those who practice it to a real, existential danger. A physician explains who must be careful and what the early warning signs are.

Regular, coarse, sea, Himalayan or iodized – it’s time to put some order in the kitchen.

Speakers Miriam Haart (ActionAI), Gideon Rosenberg (NVIDIA), and Mohammad Kabajah (AWS) talked about the future for young professionals in the age of AI.

The total number of job vacancies in Israel rose to 152,134 in December, compared with 150,953 in November

The New York-based AI biotech will use its AMICA-OS platform to analyze clinical immune data for BMS, aiming to inform patient stratification, biomarkers, and trial decisions.

Hanan Friedman Bank Leumi CEO, "I am proud that Leumi is the first Israeli bank to lead this important step of opening the Israeli market to such issuances.”

For the first time in Israel, the Contractors Association “Bonei Ha’aretz” received approval from the Contractors Council to create a bachelor’s degree for contractors after two years of fieldwork.

The city’s price ceiling is being broken. Most buyers in the project are foreign residents from the United States and the United Kingdom.

Defense Minister Israel Katz called for the Home Front Command and the National Emergency Management Authority to develop a multi-year plan to address earthquake preparedness.

Las FDI dijeron que el programa está abierto a Olim con un conocimiento básico de hebreo y requiere un compromiso de servicio activo en la reserva de aproximadamente cinco años.

Irán eventualmente "resurgirá de las cenizas" de la República Islámica, afirmó el príncipe heredero exiliado iraní Reza Pahlavi.

"Si Israel cae, caemos nosotros", dijo el ex primer ministro francés Manuel Valls al Jerusalem Post en Jerusalén el jueves.

Además de la Junta de Paz, hay otras capas de asesores y entidades que estarán involucradas en la ejecución de la visión del presidente de los Estados Unidos, Donald Trump, para Gaza.

Lo que distingue las conversaciones actuales de la cooperación histórica entre los tres países es el esfuerzo por formalizar estas relaciones bajo un marco de defensa mutua.

Las Fuerzas Armadas de los Estados Unidos continúan reforzando su presencia militar en el Medio Oriente ante la posibilidad de que Trump pueda ordenar un ataque contra Irán.

Las FDI enviaron más de media docena de mensajes sobre lo preparadas que estaban y lo fuertes que eran sus capacidades de defensa aérea, para que Netanyahu expresara en privado la opinión opuesta.

Dos niños pequeños fallecieron y alrededor de 55 resultaron heridos en un incidente en una guardería del barrio Romema de Jerusalén el lunes, confirmó Magen David Adom.

Activistas anti-régimen hackearon el satélite Badr de Irán, tomando brevemente el control de las emisiones de la televisión estatal para transmitir mensajes de protesta y llamados de Reza Pahlavi.

Cinco meses después de que Netanyahu esbozara sus cinco principios para poner fin a la guerra, aquellos que definían la "victoria total", resulta que todo fue "kalam fadi", palabras vacías.