TOBIAS HOLCMAN

Tobias Holcman is a writer and editor on The Jerusalem Post breaking news desk. He is an Argentinian journalist with a degree in Political Science and Journalism from the University of Palermo, Buenos Aires. In 2023, he moved to Israel and volunteered for the military service, which he completed in 2025.

Israeli tanks on the Israeli side of the Israel-Lebanon border, following an escalation between Hezbollah and Israel amid the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, in northern Israel, March 8, 2026.

Human Rights Watch accuses IDF of unlawful use of white phosphorus in Lebanon

El Al plane takes off at the Ben Gurion International Airport, outside of Tel Aviv, March 5, 2026.

Israeli airlines to provide exit route for tourists fleeing war with Iran, Tourism Ministry says

Iran players salute during their national anthem during the AFC Women's Asian Cup Group A match between Iran and Philippines at Gold Coast Stadium on the Gold Coast, Australia, March 8, 2026.

Israel urges Australia to grant asylum to Iranian soccer players after anthem protest


US surprised by scope of Israel's attacks on Tehran fuel depots, warns strikes could backfire

The US expressed surprise at the scale of Israeli strikes on Iranian oil depots, warning that targeting critical infrastructure could backfire.

People walk as smoke rises in the background after a reported strike on Shahran fuel tanks, in Tehran, Iran, March 8, 2026

High-tech glass ceiling: Women lead the shift from military command to professional confidence

Industry veterans and Arab Israeli leaders are redefining tech leadership. Moving away from "command and control" models, they prioritize productivity and diversity over traditional military norms.

Women Conference by Tsofen-Tashbik.

Two killed, 12 injured in Saudi Arabia after projectile falls on residential location

The two people killed were of Indian and Bangladeshi nationalities. The IRGC said earlier on Sunday that they targeted radar systems in locations including Saudi Arabia's Al-Kharj.

Smoke rises after an Iranian drone was intercepted over the Bahrain Financial Harbour towers, which houses the Israeli embassy, amid the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Manama, Bahrain, March 6, 2026.

Two IDF soldiers wounded by anti-tank missile fire during operations in southern Lebanon

The IDF soldiers were performing forward defensive operations in southern Lebanon when several anti-tank missiles were fired towards their force.

An IDF soldier and a tank are seen operating on the border with Lebanon, in an image released on March 4, 2026.

IDF targets IRGC's Air Force situation room, aircraft used to transfer weapons to Hezbollah

The strikes include Tehran's main air situation room, operated by the IRGC air force, and 16 aircraft belonging to the elite Quds Force that were used to transfer weapons to Hezbollah.

An IAF F-35 participates in Operation Roaring Lion, March 5, 2026.

Iran's underground ‘missile cities’ strategy becomes a disadvantage for regime - WSJ

The WSJ reports that Iran’s "missile cities" have become a strategic liability. Constant drone monitoring and neutralized air defenses have allowed the US and Israel to slash Iranian launches by 86%.

 IRGC commander Hossein Salami tours the new "missile city" at an undisclosed location in Iran, January 11, 2025

Navy intercepts drone from Lebanon as Hezbollah anti-tank fire wounds two IDF soldiers

An IDF Navy missile boat intercepted a drone launched from Lebanon on Wednesday. Meanwhile, two IDF soldiers were moderately injured by Hezbollah anti-tank fire during operations in Lebanon.

Israeli Navy Missile Ship Flotilla soldiers are closely cooperating with the IAF in defense missions, September 5, 2024.

Temporary Leading Council begins work to replace Khamenei, Iran President Pezeshkian says - report

"In accordance with Article 111 of the Constitution, the Temporary Leadership Council has begun its work today," Pezeshkian said in the recorded statement.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian speaks with Fox News Channel's Martha MacCallum during an interview on September 25, 2025 in New York City.

Iranian officials, including Khamenei, killed in Israeli strikes, Israeli sources say

Israeli officials informed of Khamenei's assasination • Netanyahu says objective to end Ayatollah's regime • Trump confirms US operation in Iran, tells IRGC to lay down arms

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei waves during a meeting in Tehran, Iran, February 17, 2026.

OpenAI reaches deal to work with Dept. of Defense classified documents, CEO Altman announces

“Tonight, we reached an agreement with the Department of War to deploy our models in their classified network,” Sam Altman said in a statement.

 OpenAI CEO Sam Altman attends an event to pitch AI for businesses in Tokyo, Japan, February 3, 2025; illustrative.