Opinion

Jerusalem Post's talented team of journalists provides insight into their work presented in the opinion section. This section highlights the beliefs and values that experienced writers who are witnessing the Middle East turmoil unfold. Their first hand encounters with world leaders have shaped their opinions and world views to be shared on this page.

What would the US do if it were in Israel's position?

Let’s also hope that those who keep on criticizing Israel for supposedly violating the IHL will gather the courage to look in the mirror, ask themselves how they would have reacted.

19/05/2024

US must say 'No’ to suspending weapons to Israel

"The Palestinians and Hamas, over the years, have turned whining into nationalism and are unable, at this stage, to stop the continued military advance in Rafah."

By DAVID BEN-BASAT
19/05/2024

Progressives hate Israel since it threatens their worldviews

Progressives' criticism of Israel stems from its success challenging their worldview, despite its triumph over adversity and oppression.

By DANIEL TURTEL
19/05/2024

Grapevine May 19, 2024: Sob story bots

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

Iran's executions of artists highlights regime's stance on freedom of expression

Iran has significantly increased executions in 2024, targeting dissenters like rapper Toomaj Salehi, reflecting the regime’s harsh stance on freedom of expression.

 ROMAN/BYZANTIUM Solomonic candlesticks are included in the Heritage Collection.

Vatican hides ancient Byzantine relics that are divine heritage of Jews and Christians

"Baldwin’s Treasure" is a premier collection of Byzantine sacred antiquities, including rare Christian and Jewish objects, currently held discreetly in Vatican museums.

By HARRY HIRSCHEL MOSKOFF
19/05/2024
 BARBECUING AT Sacher Park in Jerusalem on Independence Day last Tuesday: It was disappointing that

Critical voices aren't fooling anyone with silence and backhanded compliments

The contentious messages and loaded silence of Jewish groups who criticise Israel, including APN and J Street, are concerning.

By MOSHE PHILLIPS
19/05/2024

Can Jews ever stop arguing?

By our respecting each other and joining together in one giant blaze of glory, we can shine a beacon of unity into the heavens that can dispel any plague, any war, any crisis.

Can this treatment fix my damaged lungs?

To address this new diagnosis, my hematologist strongly urged me to get “intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) replacement therapy.”

18/05/2024

Holding the bitter and the sweet: Remembrance and Independence Day 2024

In these moments, we can try to view these emotions not as conflicting but as parallel emotions. 

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