The Jerusalem Post Archive

1 January 2017
Israel’s survival depends on leaders who put nation before self - opinion

History teaches that nations often fracture not because their enemies overpower them, but because their own internal divisions weaken the moral and political foundations that sustain them.

Laurie Cardoza Moore: The difference between Tucker Carlson and a real Christian - opinion

Laurie Cardoza Moore argues for Christian responsibility to oppose antisemitism and strengthen Jewish-Christian ties.

Israel’s turning point: leadership, accountability, and an uncertain future - opinion

A reflection on leadership, responsibility, and Israel’s uncertain direction amid war, politics, and national division.

Israel–Iran energy infrastructure war signals a dangerous new escalation - opinion

Strikes on refineries and gas facilities signal a new phase in the Israel–Iran war with systemic risks beyond the battlefield.

The Strait of Hormuz: How the world endorsed Iran's blackmail - opinion

Energy infrastructure becomes a key battleground in the Iran conflict, threatening regional stability and global supply chains.

Iran is losing economic ground as sanctions and time reshape the conflict - opinion

The more Iran disrupts the Strait of Hormuz, the more it deepens its isolation and accelerates international alignment against it.

Washington must not fall for Iran’s ceasefire and nuclear delay tactics - opinion

Iran’s negotiation tactics risk delaying nuclear talks while securing early concessions from the US.

Manasseh’s children come home to Zion - and fulfill a 2,700-year promise - opinion

The aliyah of hundreds of members of the Bnei Menashe community from northeastern India, completes a long and meandering journey that began nearly 2,700 years ago.

Inside the unflinching friendship shared between Israel and Serbia - editorial

There are countries that issue statements, countries that turn ambiguous when tested, and then there are countries that show up. Serbia has proven it belongs firmly in the latter category.

Project to make Tel Hebron’s Second Temple mikveh accessible to visitors nearly complete, INPA says

Burda added that visitors to the site will be able to learn about the bath’s significance, its place within daily life, and “momentarily experience the religious and social reality of that era.”

After leaving Amish roots in Kentucky, Brianna Leapley built a Jewish life in Jerusalem

Raised without phones or internet, Brianna Leapley left Amish life, converted to Judaism, and moved to Jerusalem.

More UNWRA ties to Hamas, Global Sumud Flotilla details emerge

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

High Court: Ben-Gvir cannot bar police, prison officials from Knesset oversight hearings

The court also determined that a minister’s personal attendance does not replace the need for professional officials to answer lawmakers’ questions.

Security cabinet to discuss renewed Gaza fighting after Hamas responds to BoP plan - report

A source familiar with the matter told KAN News that Israel is looking to see concrete steps taken toward the disarmament of Hamas and the installation of the new technocratic government.

IDF, Border Police raid illegal weapons production site in Nablus

Israeli forces found a lathe used to make weapons, and a slew of illegal firearms, including an M16 rifle, a pistol, and a shotgun.

Police officials criticized for attending Ben-Gvir's birthday party

During the party, the minister’s wife, Ayala Ben-Gvir, presented him with a cake decorated with a drawing of a hanging noose.

Major Israeli gang leader arrested in Thailand, expected to be extradited to Israel

Arviv left Israel several months ago and had reportedly been in Thailand for about three months, amid ongoing speculation about his whereabouts.

Israel cancels Lag Ba’omer Meron pilgrimage after Home Front Command warnings

Officials first considered a sharply reduced symbolic event before approving a broader format that would have allowed gatherings of up to 1,500 people in each compound.

IDF launches recruitment push for ultra-Orthodox military tracks

The units being recruited for, Hetz Company, Netzah Yehuda Battalion, and Hasmonaim Brigade, have all operated across multiple fronts throughout the ongoing war.

Police arrest 12-year-old for bringing weapons to school, alleged intent to harm others

In an interview with 103FM’s Nissim Mishal and Anat Davidov, the school’s principal, Amir Les, added that the suspect had been released the same day, but “ won't be returning to the school at all."

Ex-minister Chili Tropper quits Blue and White, Gantz decries 'painful day'

Tropper said he was leaving the party because, within Blue and White, he could no longer "realize his worldview." 

Twenty-one detained as police thwart attempt to bring Passover sacrifice to Temple Mount

This was not the first such attempt. Last month, 14 Jewish men and boys were arrested on suspicion of trying to smuggle sacrificial goats onto the Temple Mount.

Israel Hofsheet petitions High Court over state benefits it says favor haredi sector

The petition says benefits are tailored to people with characteristics more common in the haredi sector, such as early marriage, large families, and many siblings.

High Court presses Justice Minister's lawyer over failure to fill judicial vacancies

"Why does this bother me? Because crime is rampant," said Justice Alex Stein.

Three killed, four injured in car accident in northern Israel, fourth fatal accident in single day

Nine people were injured in the four accidents.

Serbia’s FM Djuric to ‘Post’: Strategic partnership with Israel ‘historic step forward’ - interview

Serbian Foreign Minister Marko Djuric is cousins with Nova survivor and former Hamas hostage Alon Ohel. The FM said he "never believed" he would be able to walk through Tel Aviv with him.

Israeli court extends detention of two Gaza flotilla activists until Tuesday

Brazilian activist Thiago Ávila and Saif Abu Keshek, a Spanish national, will remain in detention until Tuesday after the state requested a four-day extension for further questioning. 

Connecting neighbors under fire: The story behind Angels of the Shelter

What began as a hiking experience became a platform linking shelter owners with those without protection during wartime emergencies.

AI is ending era of ‘job immunity’ for young tech workers as it reshapes Israel's job market

New research shows AI is changing the makeup of Israel’s unemployed, with young and entry-level hi-tech workers increasingly affected.

A strategic miss: R&D is Israel's brain - so why does it develop, manufacture abroad? - opinion

Israel excels in algorithms and exits, but we have forgotten a basic principle: The higher you move up the value chain, the greater the profit.

Illegal Thai school found to be caring for 89 Israeli children - report

The school, Arki Kid, was licensed to care for up to 18 children of ages 2-5. The 89 Israeli children were found during a raid on the school, and ranged between 2 and 12 years old.

Toronto Jewish residents shot with gel pellet gun in suspected antisemitic incident

The victims sustained minor injuries after they were shot with the replica firearm, and the suspect fled in their vehicle.

TNS student senate cuts Hillel ties over Israel trips, university says decision lacks 'authority'

Hillel TNS could return to "good standing" if it renounced its status as a chapter of Hillel and ended participation in several Israel student trips, according to the USS.  

CAM weekly Antisemitism report – London stabbings demonstrate it’s “open season” on Jews, says CAM

CAM CEO Sacha Roytman warned, "If governments do not respond forcefully at every level, this 'hunting season' against Jews will continue."

Mayors from across US kick off Jewish American heritage month at Savannah celebration

Savannah Mayor Van Johnson noted, “Savannah was founded in February 1733, and Jews came in July. We’ve been able not only to co-exist but also be better because of each other.”

Pennsylvania's Swarthmore College sees 'hundreds of acts' of anti Israel vandalism

Graffiti was spray-painted on buildings, trees, fences, and walkways, and while the college staff was working to remove the damage.

Norwegian university professor: October 7 attacks 'most beautiful thing to happen in our century'

Bassam Hussein further stated his belief that Israel’s ambitions are greater than being a regional power, and that the Jewish State wishes to "take over the Western empire."

The connection revolution: Meta unifies all accounts into one password

Meta is rolling out a new account system over a year, unifying all services in one place. Users can sign in with one password or use secure Passkey technology like fingerprint or face ID.

Elon Musk bets on the future: Tesla announces a new development in the automotive market

Tesla has begun producing the Cybercab, a two-seat autonomous car with no steering wheel or pedals. It’s planned as a smart taxi network, though significant revenue isn’t expected before 2027.

Tourism revolution in the north: Cable car to connect Galilee sites

New cable car project will link Nof Hagalil, Nazareth and Mount Tabor, improve access to heritage and nature sites, and boost the north as a more attractive tourist destination for visitors annually.

Once small and marginal – today the most invested space in the home

A mix of design, technology, and comfort is turning the bathroom into a central space in Israeli homes, with trends like nature-inspired materials, large showers, and smart solutions.

The battlefield is in your backyard: Why drone, GPS chaos is now civilian life - opinion

How electromagnetic threats moved from the battlefield to your balcony, and why the rules can’t keep up

Israel to double its number of F-35 fighter jets with 100 new aircraft

The NIS 350 billion deal resolves the debate over which plane to invest in, resulting in a much larger budget to cover both.

US DoD, tech giants bid to make armed forces 'AI-first'

The new integrations are part of the AI Acceleration Strategy, according to a memo from Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth in January.

UK tests new Skyhammer interceptor missiles in Jordan

Skyhammer is designed to neutralize Shaheed drones and low-speed missiles

Hiking the Holy Land: Solitary creatures at the edge of the wilderness

Some consider the fox to be wily and cunning. Between children’s fables and Jewish folklore, you might come away thinking this cute, fluffy creature is somehow inferior to other mammals.

Dubai, Israel, and the impact of the Iran war on hospitality

As regional tensions escalated into direct confrontation with Iran, the impact on Dubai’s tourism sector, so beloved by Israeli travelers, was almost immediate.

Live like a Montefiore at Tel Aviv’s Fiori 41

Located in the historic “Heart of the City,” parallel to the more traveled Rothschild Boulevard, the Fiori 41 Hotel is part of the UNESCO-designated White City.

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Attempted White House dinner assassin seeks to downgrade from prison suicide precautions

Allen was assigned a "safe cell," described as a padded room with 24-hour lockdown procedures.

Voices from the Arab press: Bint Jbail, Trump's options, and Lebanon's courage

A weekly selection of opinions and analyses from the Arab media around the world.

Trump reviewing deal with Iran, says they 'have not yet paid a big enough price'

In a post on Truth Social, Trump confirmed that he would be reviewing a plan sent by Iran, but added that he "can’t imagine that it would be acceptable."

Defense Ministry doubles air force fleet as Israel to debate renewing fighting in Gaza

Trump "not satisfied" with Iranian proposal • Israel cancels Lag Ba’omer Meron pilgrimage amid rising tensions in north • IDF issues evacuation warning for 11 villages in southern Lebanon

Jordan strikes Sweida, claims it carried out ‘deterrent operation’ against drugs, arms trafficking

The series of airstrikes targeted at least five locations, including warehouses in the Syrian town of Arman, sources told a reporter for Agence France-Presse.

Four more UNRWA workers took part in Oct. 7 attacks, tied to Hamas, USAID evidence finds

To date, its investigations have led to the suspension or disbarment of 21 individuals who either participated in the October 7 attacks or had affiliations with Hamas.

Iran executes man convicted of killing security officer during 2022 protests - report

Mizan said the defendant confessed to assaulting the security officer. HRANA quoted an informed source as saying Abdollahzadeh was subject to torture to extract forced confessions.

Lebanese media deletes animated Angry Birds caricature of Hezbollah leader after judicial order

Lebanese authorities warned against sectarian divides taking hold after an animated video depicting Hezbollah Secretary-General Naim Qassem as an Angry Bird was released by LBCI.

Jordan is enforcing a red line in Syria via airstrikes - analysis

The Kingdom of Jordan has carried out airstrikes in Syria targeting drug smugglers near Sweida.

‘Not FIFA’s job’: Norway soccer chief calls to scrap FIFA Peace Prize after Trump award

In December 2025, FIFA awarded Trump the inaugural FIFA Peace Prize, with the stated goal of “reward[ing] individuals who have taken exceptional and extraordinary actions for peace."

North Korea denies US claims of cyber attacks, threatens countermeasures

US officials have repeatedly accused North Korea of state-sponsored cyber activity, including hacking and cryptocurrency theft.

China calls Taiwan's president a 'rat' as he meets Eswatini king in surprise visit

"The Republic of China, Taiwan, is a sovereign nation and a Taiwan that belongs to the world," Lai told the king.

US to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany, Trump promises to cut 'a lot further'

The Pentagon announced the drawdown from Germany, its largest European base, on Friday, ‌as a rift over the Iran war and tariff tensions placed further strain on relations between the US and Europe.

Thousands displaced and at least six dead as heavy rains hit Brazil

The National Center for Risk and ‌Disaster ⁠Management issued 22 alerts during the critical period of rains.

Two US troops missing during African Lion exercise in Morocco

US and Moroccan forces launched air, sea and ground searches after two US service members went missing during African Lion exercises near Tan Tan, Morocco.

Drugs created for one purpose that became breakthroughs in another field

Some of the most well-known drugs in the world were actually born out of failure, surprising side effects, or studies that were meant to solve a completely different medical problem.

Dealing with ADHD and concentration difficulties? Foods and habits that can help improve focus

People with ADHD sometimes forget to eat, or they have difficulty planning meals and buying nutritious food in advance. Experts recommend several habits and foods that can ease the difficulty.

7 medications that do not work well with coffee

Drinking coffee in the morning is a regular habit for many, but studies reveal that combining caffeine with certain medications may cancel their effect and even cause side effects.

The revolution in cholesterol guidelines

The new guidelines emphasize that not only cholesterol levels matter, but also how long the arteries are exposed to them, so in some people monitoring and treatment begin around age 30.

'The Handover': The ABCs of nursing, with a Jewish twist - reivew

Author Tilda Shalof reflects on her decades of hospital-based work in Canada, and how Jewish humor and its paradoxical mix of tragedy and comedy mirrors a shift nurse’s daily experience. 

Ahead of Lag Ba’omer: The danger of bonfires – this is how you treat injuries

On Monday, tens of thousands are expected to celebrate Lag Ba’omer with bonfires across the country. MDA warns of the danger of injuries from the burning fire.

Health Ministry changes medical cannabis guidelines, passes responsibility to insurance funds

Cannabis may still be considered in severe cases, such as insomnia or acute distress, but only alongside proven treatments like psychotherapy and under close supervision.

Artificial night light disrupts body clocks, may increase mortality, researchers say - study

Tel Aviv University research finds artificial night lighting may disrupt biological rhythms and raise mortality

Study finds domestic dogs have markedly smaller brains than wolves

Researchers say domestication drove the change and ask if pets lost intelligence.

Study: A tiny elite sets Polymarket’s prices while most users lose money

Behavioral dynamics appear to reinforce the edge of contrarian, information-driven strategies.

The Maccabiah Games’ crucial role in shaping Zionism and aliyah

Since the quota for olim had been cut by the British, the Maccabiah offered a great opportunity to come but not leave.

La Flotilla Global Sumud afirma que nunca tuvo la intención de ir a Gaza

«Keshek se encontraba en “un barco de observadores que nunca tuvo la intención de dirigirse a Gaza”», se lee en el comunicado, en el que se añade que «fue brutalmente golpeado».

Un funcionario iraní afirma que es probable que se reanude el conflicto con EE.UU.

Trump declaró el viernes que «no estaba satisfecho» con la última propuesta de Irán, sin especificar a qué aspectos se oponía, mientras que la Casa Blanca se negó a hacer comentarios.

El Iron Beam tuvo un uso limitado en la guerra de Irán debido a la falta de baterías

Disparar misiles interceptores Arrow puede costar millones de shekels, los misiles interceptores del «Iron Dome» pueden costar decenas de miles de shekels, pero disparar el «Iron Beam» es más barato.

Israel duplica su flota aérea con la adquisición de 75 aviones de combate F-35 y F-15

El acuerdo, por valor de 350 000 millones de NIS, pone fin al debate sobre en qué avión invertir, lo que se traduce en un presupuesto mucho mayor para cubrir ambos.

Corea del Norte niega las acusaciones de EE.UU. sobre ciberataques y amenaza con tomar medidas

Las autoridades estadounidenses han acusado en repetidas ocasiones a Corea del Norte de llevar a cabo actividades cibernéticas patrocinadas por el Estado.

¿Se reanudan los combates en Gaza tras la respuesta negativa de Hamás al plan de paz?

Una fuente bien informada sobre el asunto declaró a KAN News que Israel espera que se adopten medidas concretas para el desarme de Hamás y la formación del nuevo gobierno tecnocrático.

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