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US strikes would aim to weaken Iran's regime, not change it, former Israel Navy chief Marom says

Former Israeli Navy chief V.-Adm. (res.) Eliezer Marom also warned that Israel may have to attack Iran due to growing missile threats and stalled nuclear talks.

Illustrative image of former commander of the Israeli Navy, V.-Adm. (res.) Eliezer Marom.
Defense Minister Israel Katz presented the 2026 “Defense Minister’s Shield” to Soroka Medical Center.

Katz awards Soroka Medical Center with Defense Minister’s Shield for support of soldiers during war

 There is a high demand for combat roles among women in the November-December 2023 draft

Women's integration into IDF 'disaster': Rabbis send letter to Netanyahu demanding intervention

The IDF appointed the first-ever female missile boat commander, Lt.-Cmdr. "R."

IDF appoints first-ever female naval missile boat commander to lead naval combat ops.


From national PTSD to national post-traumatic growth: Israel must turn pain to power – opinion

Israel has the chance to turn national trauma into national growth and emerge more resilient than ever.

Former hostage Alon Ohel performs with Israeli artists during a concert in Tel Aviv, on February 9, 2026.

IDF will stay on offensive against Hezbollah, division cmdr. reassures Lebanon border mayors

IDF 91st Division commander Brig.-Gen. Yuval Gaz talked with a group of leaders from the northern border region, assuring them that the military's plans are to keep on the attack against Hezbollah.

The IDF’s exercise to enhance operational readiness along the Lebanon border, October 23, 2025

IDF soldier killed by friendly fire in Gaza, Melissa Francis talks Carlson and Ambassador Huckabee

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

Tucker Carlson

What is Ramadan, the holiest month in Islam? - explainer

Although many non-Muslims see the main focus of the month in daily fasting, Islam encourages its followers to better themselves through different means, including increased prayer and charity.

Muslim worshippers pray at the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in Jerusalem’s Old City, marking the beginning of the holy Muslim month of Ramadan, February 17, 2026.

Smotrich doubles down on refusal to enlist daughter, claims IDF is 'no place for women'

In an interview, Smotrich also addressed his comments on crime rates in Arab communities, saying, "There is a culture of murder, killing, and jihad in Arab society."

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich arrives to a conference of the Israeli newspaper Makor Rishon in Jerusalem, December 25, 2025

Israel to allow up to 10,000 Palestinians to ascend Temple Mount per day during Ramadan

Up to 10,000 Palestinians per day will access the Temple Mount during Ramadan, with age restrictions in place and mandatory digital documentation at crossings, subject to security approval.

Muslim worshippers attend the last Friday prayers of the holy fasting month of Ramadan, at Al-Aqsa compound, also known to Jews as Temple Mount, in Jerusalem's Old City, March 28, 2025.

Israel's home front is prepared for the Iranian threat, IDF colonel stresses

"In terms of fortification, we are prepared. We are trained to respond in the event of an incident," said Col. Neuman.

 Rescue personnel stand next to damaged vehicles as they work at an impact site following missile attack from Iran on Israel, in Rishon Lezion, Israel, June 14, 2025

Israeli soldier St.-Sgt. Ofri Yafe killed by friendly fire in southern Gaza, IDF says

According to Israeli media, Yafe was hit by friendly fire during a nighttime operation by paratrooper forces in Khan Yunis on Tuesday night.

St.-Sgt. Ofri Yafe.

Israeli drone maker XTEND to trade on Nasdaq at $1.5B valuation

Merger aims to create an autonomous defense and security systems company combining AI-driven robotic operating system with established US operating and infrastructure capabilities.

Skunk Works and Xtend are collaborating to expand joint all domain command and control

Israel should enact the Ben-Gvir death penalty law - opinion

Murder rates continue to rise, not just since the October 7 massacre, and Israel cannot afford to be lenient if it wishes to survive.

 Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu with National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir during a 40 signatures debate, at the plenum hall of the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, on November 10, 2025.