Opinion
תנ"ך שם טוב
Tanakh Now: Returning to the Bible as an existential necessity
Opinion: Restoring the Bible to its foundational role as a source of inspiration and meaning in Israeli society must be a top priority for religious, traditional and secular Jews alike; But it will not work unless we truly want it., Bible scholar and mother of  fallen soldier says 
Dr. Sarah Schwartz | 13:46 | 06.09.25
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Inside the tunnel that killed Mohammed Sinwar
Analysis: As the IDF reflects on the precision strike that killed Hamas leader Mohammed Sinwar, soldiers on the ground express confidence in the mission despite mounting challenges, including combat fatigue and the strain of  long deployments; Sinwar died of asphyxiation after the Air Force bombed and sealed all tunnel shafts
Yossi Yehoshua | 12:52 | 06.09.25
בנימין נתניהו, f-35, עלי חמינאי
Netanyahu, know that Churchill would have struck Iran
Opinion: Israel must strike Iran’s regime now—targeting nuclear infrastructure, ports and command centers—to eliminate the modern-day Nazi threat just as Churchill had decidedly done during World War II
Rami Simani | 08:56 | 06.09.25
Houthis protest U.S. UK bombing holding pictures of leader Abdul Malik al-Houthi
‘Timing doesn’t mean coordination’: Expert dismisses unified front between Houthis and Syria
Analysis: Despite attacks from Yemen and Syria occurring at nearly the same time, analysts argue that the strikes reflect individual conflicts rather than a coordinated front, underscoring the fragmented nature of Iran-aligned forces  
Giorgia Valente/The Media Line | 11:37 | 06.08.25
הכור הגרעיני בדימונה
Atoms over oil: Trump’s (civilian) nuclear pivot and Israel’s strategic role
Opinion: Despite oil wealth, Saudi Arabia and UAE see nuclear energy as vital future infrastructure; both invest billions in civilian programs—some with Western partners; Saudi Arabia has built a research facility; the UAE runs four active reactors; What about Israel?
Lior Prosor | 11:28 | 06.08.25
חגיגות החינה של אבנר נתניהו ועמית ירדני
Avner Netanyahu’s wedding is an inappropriate place to hold a protest
Opinion: Targeting wedding of prime minister's son crosses a line and risks backfiring on the protest movement, there are better ways to make the pain visible without undermining the cause
Ariella Ringel Hoffman | 09:39 | 06.08.25
פעילות צוות הקרב של חטיבת כפיר בחאן יונס
Whoever controls Gaza, peace requires destroying Hamas’ tunnel network
Commentary: Despite mounting criticism over the war’s duration, if Hamas preserves even part of its underground tunnel network, the threat to southern Israel will quickly return; troop safety must not be compromised for the sake of speed
Ron Ben-Yishai | 00:44 | 06.08.25
אזכרה שקטה בבית הלבן לירון לישינסקי ושרה מילגרים
While Israelis fight, influencers fly first class: The era of galas must end
Opinion: While Jewish leaders sip wine and post hashtags, Jews are being hunted—even in Washington; Sarah and Yaron’s blood demands an end to the vanity, the galas, the influencers; it’s time to stop curating grief and start preparing for survival
Adam Scott Bellos | 22:23 | 06.07.25
תיעוד מ מתקפת כטב"ם כטב"מים של אוקראינה נגד מטוסי קרב של רוסיה במבצע קורי העכביש
Could it happen here? Ukraine’s drone blitz is a wake-up call for the Israeli Air Force
Analysis: Ukraine’s strike, code-named 'Spiderweb,' was one of the boldest operations in the history of aerial warfare—not because of its scale, but because of its simplicity and ingenuity
Calcalist | 11:07 | 06.07.25
נשיא טורקיה רג'פ טאיפ ארדואן
Turkey’s secret hand in global terror: From Pakistan’s proxies to Israel’s borders
Opinion: Pahalgam attack in Kashmir reveals alarming alliance between Turkey, Pakistan and Islamist extremists; As Ankara backs Islamabad, it risks turning disputed area into hub for global jihad, threatening Israel and regional stability
Amine Ayoub | 08:35 | 06.07.25
An archway in the entrance of Dakhla carries an image of Morocco's King Mohammed VI, in Western Sahara, Monday, Dec. 21, 2020
Africa’s geopolitical earthquake: How Kenya just backed Morocco—and buried Algeria’s Cold War legacy
Opinion: Nairobi's endorsement of Rabat's Western Sahara autonomy plan signals a resounding victory for a future where Israel, Africa and the US walk forward together, not divided by old grievances but united by shared goals
Amine Ayoub | 15:55 | 06.05.25
מליאת הכנסת
Netanyahu fights to hold the line as coalition frays: 'We’ll get through the summer, then see'
Opinion: It was a crisis foretold, and yet the prime minister arrived at it with both the Haredi representatives and Edelstein angry at him; With Deri’s help, he’ll try to survive this round as well
Moran Azulay | 07:26 | 06.05.25
יחיאל לייטר
Diplomats speak for nations, not leaders
Opinion: Ambassador Yechiel Leiter’s remarks in a partisan interview highlight a troubling misunderstanding of his role—and of diplomacy itself
Tova Herzl | 12:58 | 06.04.25
אבו מוחמד אל ג'ולאני
Israel cannot allow itself to miss an opportunity for better ties with Syria
Opinion: Reported discreet meetings held between IDF officials and their counterparts in Damascus emphasize that despite his background, the new regime and Jerusalem share a common enemy in Iran
Smadar Perry | 12:36 | 06.04.25
עומר הרט, סטודנט ישראלי בבולדר קולורדו, ארגן ביחד עם הילל וחב״ד ערב תמיכה בישראל בקמפוס
US Jews have stood up for Israel, now it is time to have their backs
Opinion: Boulder, Colorado is not alone: ​​While in Israel the struggle for the hostages has turned into a source of polarization and controversy, Jews across the United States, of all stripes, are demonstrating unwavering support for the struggle and discovering that their connection to Israel is deeper than they thought or knew about themselves before October 7
Tamar Ish-Shalom | 20:41 | 06.03.25
חאן יונס
The critical importance of managing aid distribution in Gaza
Opinion: Ensuring effective aid delivery in Gaza is vital to the IDF’s campaign—failures now could cost Israel on multiple fronts later
Gadi Ezra | 11:34 | 06.03.25
ראש הממשלה בנימין נתניהו נכנס לעדותו בבית המשפט המחוזי בתל אביב
Israel no longer has international legitimacy to conduct the war
Commentary: Netanyahu managed to transform military successes into diplomatic failures after refusing to discuss post-war plans and enlist international cooperation to rebuild Gaza; PM opts to protect his coalition at the expense of Israel's future security
Itamar Eichner | 16:54 | 06.02.25
Karol Nawrocki after winning Poland's presidential race
Nawrocki’s victory: turning point or tipping point for Poland’s democracy?
Opinion: Poland has delivered its political verdict, electing a president from the camp of extreme nationalist and messianic populism by a narrow yet decisive margin; liberals around the world would do well to heed the lesson
Sever Plocker | 11:43 | 06.02.25
The ongoing relevance of the Torah's moral revolution
Opinion: From ancient laws to modern equality, the Torah's values still reshape humanity through daily acts of justice and compassion—proving that 'good fights' not with weapons but accumulated deeds of ordinary heroes
Rabbi Daniel Rowe | 15:17 | 06.01.25
עקורים מתפנים ממרחב ג'באליה
Hamas chose Jihad over Gazans
Opinion: Israel estimates that the terror group is on the cusp of total collapse, but it would be a mistake to view the crisis in Gaza through Western eyes and try predict how it would act if such an event occurs
Avi Issacharoff | 11:36 | 06.01.25
בנימין נתניהו ודונלד טראמפ בחדר הסגלגל
No daylight: Trump, Netanyahu and the partnership that still shapes the Middle East
Opinion: Trump and Netanyahu's enduring alliance is not nostalgia but strategy—built on shared instincts, mutual trust and a hardline stance on Iran that continues to shape the Middle East and define a new era of US-Israel coordination
Adam Scott Bellos | 22:21 | 05.31.25
Members of the Moroccan Royal Armed Forces stand guard as they take part in the 21st edition of the African Lion military exercise, in Tantan, south of Agadir, Morocco, May 23, 2025
Strategic patience in Africa: America’s quiet edge in global power
Opinion: As US shifts from permanent deployments to partnership-driven security in Africa, it aims to empower local forces, counter extremism and outmaneuver China and Russia through strategic restraint and smarter engagement
Amine Ayoub | 18:49 | 05.31.25
הפגישה של נשיא ארה"ב דונלד טראמפ עם נשיא סוריה אחמד א-שרע ובן סלימאן
Any future deal with Syria will include Israel's withdrawal from the Golan
Opinion: Nobody knows if Syria will fall back into chaos or whether al-Sharaa will survive and seek to make peace, but either way, Israel must act now and decisively to increase its hold on the strategic heights 
Michael Oren | 20:06 | 05.29.25
התנחלויות יו"ש מקרון סמוטריץ' כ"ץ
Israel's new settlements plan, a response to European push for two-state solution
Analysis: Government approves 11 new communities and 11 legalized outposts in the West Bank, expanding territorial control by 40% since 2022; move timed ahead of Macron’s pro-two-state summit and framed as a message to Hamas
Elisha Ben Kimon | 18:41 | 05.29.25
שרה מילגרים עם איילת רזין בית-אור
No context, only hate: Sarah was murdered because she was Jewish—that must matter
Opinion: Murder of Sarah Milgrim and Yaron Lischinsky in Washington, D.C. highlights rise of global antisemitism—now masked by political correctness yet no less deadly; their deaths call for reckoning, courage and telling the Jewish story with pride
Ayelet Razin Bet Or | 13:50 | 05.29.25
תא"ל דוד זיני
David Zini's Shin Bet nomination isn't just legal, it’s necessary
Opinion: Ronen Bar’s tenure as Shin Bet chief marked by October 7 intelligence failure and politicized priorities; IDF general's appointment signals hope for refocusing the agency on combatting Hamas and West Bank terrorism over judicial power struggles
Naveh Dromi | 10:28 | 05.29.25
שורדי השבי עומר שם טוב, קית׳ סיגל, דורון שטיינברכר ונעמה לוי במשלחת מיוחדת לוושינגטון
600 days are endless wait with no answers. I know what that means
For me, time froze on October 7, and it won’t thaw until everyone comes home. There can be no healing. 600 is more than the number of days since Israelis were thrown out of their beds and into the hell of Hamas tunnels; It is life and death itself. I would know
Doron Steinbrecher | 14:19 | 05.28.25
The silent revolt of emerging economies
Opinion: Israel’s new anti-dumping duty on Chinese aluminum profiles may signal a broader trend, as more countries move to shield local industries—even at the cost of rising prices—to reduce reliance and preserve economic independence
Dr. Bella Barda Bareket | 20:13 | 05.27.25
גלי בהרב מיארה בנימין נתניהו דוד זיני
Netanyahu’s pick for Shin Bet head signals intentional showdown with judiciary
Opinion: Netanyahu's surprise nomination of Maj. Gen. David Zini to lead agency bypassed protocol and legal norms, raising questions whether move was meant to provoke judicial clash rather than secure national security leadership
Nadav Eyal | 11:57 | 05.27.25
תיעוד מעיני התותחן בלחימת חטיבות האש של חיל התותחנים ברצועת עזה
Israel’s defense industry at a crossroads
Analysis: Facing wartime strain and global pressure, Israeli defense leaders urge a shift toward industrial independence to secure national resilience, stabilize the economy and ensure military readiness amid growing foreign supply-chain risks
Liron Topaz | 19:13 | 05.25.25
Chinese inverters in Western power grids: Strategic risk or excessive panic?
Analysis: Discovery of communication modules in Chinese solar inverters spotlights urgent dilemma for Western energy security—balancing national safety, climate goals and economic dependence on Beijing
Aviv Hooker | 18:46 | 05.25.25
פנייה לטראמפ בהפגנה בבגין: Save the hostages, End the war
Hamas victory is fracturing the once-celebrated Israeli solidarity
Opinion: Military accomplishments against Hamas and Hezbollah have blinded Israeli society to a much more troublesome development - the loss of compassion, and national unity in the name of opposing or worshipping Netanyahu
Avi Issacharoff | 14:18 | 05.25.25
בנימין נתניהו ודונלד טראמפ בחדר הסגלגל
Navigate US’s Israeli policy reorientation through philanthropy
Opinion: As bipartisan U.S. support for Israel erodes under progressive criticism and Trump-era unpredictability, investing in philanthropy-driven policy can preserve Jerusalem's important alliances
Coby Schoffman | 10:17 | 05.24.25
ירון לישינסקי ובת זוגתו שרה מילגרים נרצחו בפיגוע הירי בוושינגטון
A line drawn in blood: The deadly cost of Jewish leadership failure
Opinion: From BDS to Hamas, from campuses to Congress, a 20-year timeline of warnings ignored—ending in the murder of two young Israeli embassy workers in the US capital; it is high time to dismantle failed institutions and build a future rooted in strength and preparedness
Adam Scott Bellos | 21:01 | 05.23.25
ראש הממשלה נתניהו עם האלוף זיני, ראש השב"כ החדש
Netanyahu's Shin Bet chief pick undercuts legal system, further eroding trust
Opinion: Maj. Gen. David Zini brings little experience in intelligence or counterterrorism and would face a steep learning curve; with public trust in Shin Bet on the line, will his loyalty lie with the prime minister or the law?
Ron Ben-Yishai | 15:38 | 05.23.25
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IDF plans to confine Hamas control to small area in Khan Younis
Analysis: Senior commanders say Hamas must be pressured into a ceasefire, recognizing no other options; as the offensive continues, IDF officials warn that internal political strife could undermine battlefield gains
Yossi Yehoshua | 12:09 | 05.23.25
וושינגטון
The writing is on the wall, but no one is reading it
Opinion: Brutal killing of two Israeli embassy staff in Washington exposes pattern of ignored warnings and rising antisemitic incitement, requiring immediate action and dedicated body to monitor and combat global threats against Jews
Dr. Raheli Baratz | 17:53 | 05.22.25
העיר עזה
Time is running out, Israel must seek new paths to end war
Opinion: Arab mediators and US must step up pressure on both Israel and Hamas to make concessions, and push for an international commission to dismantle Gaza’s tunnel networks and heavy weapons, as was done in Lebanon
Ron Ben-Yishai | 14:46 | 05.22.25
ראש הממשלה נתניהו במסיבת עיתונאים
Mr. Prime Minister, this was no mob in flip-flops
Opinion: Testimonies from the October 7 massacre challenge Netanyahu’s portrayal of Hamas as disorganized, revealing a level of military planning, and a failure of Israeli preparedness
Nadav Eyal | 12:37 | 05.22.25
ראש הממשלה בנימין נתניהו מגיע לפגישתו עם דונלד טראמפ בבית הלבן
Israel faces strategic collapse amid Middle East reshuffle, US policy shifts
Opinion: A regional explosion is looming, a new Middle East is knocking at our door — yet Netanyahu’s government remains driven by a messianic, extremist vision that carries a heavy price
Avi Kalo | 09:59 | 05.21.25
Britain, France and Canada’s lifeline to Hamas is a dangerous blunder
Opinion: As terror group teeters on collapse, joint Western statement opposing Israel’s military operations offers them renewed hope—undermining Israeli security, encouraging jihadist violence and betraying the very cause of peace
Richard Kemp | 22:10 | 05.20.25
פעילות כוחות החטיבה הצפונית ברצועת עזה
A message to the troops in Gaza: Our sons did not fall in vain
Opinion: From within the grief, from the abyss that will never be filled, I write to you — members of the government, the chief of staff, and IDF soldiers — with a clear message: you must complete the mission
Yehoshua Shani | 10:18 | 05.19.25
הפגישה של נשיא ארה"ב דונלד טראמפ עם נשיא סוריה אחמד א-שרע ובן סלימאן
Trump's Gulf tour reshapes Middle East diplomatic map
Analysis: Trip signals dramatic realignment, elevating Sunni powers and sidelining Israel, as Netanyahu’s refusal to support a Gaza ceasefire and opposition to Iran talks strains ties with Washington        
Reuters | 19:56 | 05.18.25
יובל רפאל מישראל באירוויזיון, 2025
Eurovision vote reflects public’s growing disillusionment with Palestinian narrative
Opinion: Despite protests and officials' posturing, average person sees reality differently: violent, indiscriminate antisemitism against Jews and Israelis by radical Islamists and far left
Zeev Avrahami | 17:24 | 05.18.25
בנימין נתניהו ודונלד טראמפ בחדר הסגלגל
Israel can say thanks but no thanks to US if willing to pay the price
Opinion: Surprises are Trump's way of conducting policy, both domestic and foreign, but Israel must prepare diplomatic contingency plans for any sudden shift in American policy after US president's decision on Iran, Houthis, Saudis and Hamas 
Michael Oren | 12:48 | 05.18.25
אדריכלות
Solar Peace: Why UAE-Israel renewable alliance deserves strategic continuity
Opinion: In a region long shaped by oil and conflict, a different form of power is emerging — solar, not petroleum; cooperation, not confrontation
Amine Ayoub | 19:40 | 05.17.25
נשיא ארה"ב טראמפ במטוס אייר פורס 1 בתום ביקורו במזרח התיכון המראה מ אבו דאבי
Trump’s Middle East masterstroke: What Biden and Obama never dared to do
Analysis: There are moments in geopolitical history when the map gets redrawn not by war, but by willpower; Donald Trump’s whirlwind tour of the Middle East this week—spanning Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the unthinkable diplomatic resurrection of Syria—is one of those moments
Adam Scott Bellos | 23:07 | 05.16.25
הפגנה נגד המהפכה המשפטית בקפלן, תל אביב
Israel must again find unity in the division
Opinion: Current divisions are not new in Israel's short history but despite profound disagreements, we all work for the good of the country
Rabbi Daniel Rowe | 11:12 | 05.16.25
הפגנה פרו-פלסטינית לקראת ציון שנה למלחמה ב רומא איטליה
Oh, Italia amore mio—why are you letting me down?
Opinion: Since the Oct. 7 massacre, anti-Israel protests and antisemitism have surged, and although some claim they do not represent most Italians, the majority remains silent; the country I love leaves me looking on with growing concern
Daniel Bettini | 08:36 | 05.16.25
נשיא ארה"ב דונלד טראמפ
Israel is approaching the day when it can't say 'no' to the US
Opinion: U.S.-Israel relations fracture under Trump as diplomatic blows mount, forcing a crisis over lost leverage, fractured unity and a future where defiance of Washington is no longer an option
Akiva Lam | 22:42 | 05.15.25
רג'פ טראיפ ארדואן , הפגישה של נשיא ארה"ב דונלד טראמפ עם נשיא סוריה אחמד א-שרע ובן סלימאן
Trump’s gift to Erdoğan and the new demands on Syria’s president | Behind the historic meeting
Analysis: After the historic Riyadh summit, Turkey's Erdoğan emerges as the biggest winner from al-Sharaa's rise—poised to earn billions, repatriate refugees and expand military influence; Meanwhile, Trump hails the ex-jihadist wearing a suit and softens demands on Damascus—once again sidelining Israel from key decisions
Ron Ben-Yishai | 21:52 | 05.14.25
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What comes next in Gaza? Five key implications of Israel’s renewed offensive
Analysis: As Israel prepares for what could be its final ground operation against Hamas, five critical factors—military control, diplomatic fallout, hostage strategy, legal risks and the draft bill—will shape the outcome and aftermath of the war
Gadi Ezra | 13:48 | 05.14.25
מוחמד סינוואר
Eliminating the most dangerous man in Gaza is not the end of Hamas
Opinion: Even if Mohammed Sinwar was assassinated, it’s a moral blow at most; It may speed up talks, but dismantling Hamas’ military wing would take a years-long military campaign, as tactical kills alone won’t defeat the terror group
Avi Issacharoff | 07:23 | 05.14.25
נשיא ארה"ב דונלד טראמפ עם יורש העצר מוחמד בן סלמאן בסעודיה
Trump’s Middle East gamble: Why sidelining Israel empowers Iran and Hamas
Opinion: Lifting sanctions off Iran and making deal with Hamas would only cause more ruin and destruction in the world, spreading from the Middle East to the West
Ben Dror Yemini | 13:29 | 05.13.25
דונלד טראמפ מדבר בהצהרה שנתן על שחרורו של עידן אלכסנדר
The age of shortcut leadership: What Trump teaches us about power, influence—and the cost of performance
Opinion: In a world captivated by charisma and conflict, Trump and Churchill embody two clashing visions of leadership—one built on legacy, the other on spectacle
Lior Gross | 09:34 | 05.13.25
דונלד טראמפ ובינמין נתניהו
US determined to end Gaza War: 'Netanyahu cannot refuse Trump'
Analysis: Officials intensify efforts to bring fighting in the enclave to an end through hostage releases and a phased ceasefire framework, testing Hamas’ willingness to negotiate and PM’s political flexibility
Itamar Eichner, Idan Bloemhof | 08:10 | 05.13.25
מנהיג איראן עלי חמינאי נאום טהרן
Stopping Iran’s nuclear program: Negotiations or military action
Opinion: Israel must monitor both Iran’s formal talks and behind-the-scenes moves, press the US respectfully and professionally for a strong deal and keep military options ready in full coordination with Washington
Itay Medina | 21:23 | 05.12.25
US deal to release Edan Alexander without Israeli involvement could prove fruitful
Analysis: Trump’s decision to negotiate directly with Hamas for Edan Alexander's release risks granting the terror group diplomatic legitimacy while sidelining Israel’s government, but could also lead to renewed talks to end war
Ron Ben-Yishai | 13:52 | 05.12.25
ולדימיר פוטין
We've not yet reached rock bottom: Russia as a cautionary tale
Opinion: Under Putin's authoritarian rule, Russia adopted all that was wrong with its Soviet past, while losing its standing in the world, potential economic success and the best minds among its citizens
Nissim Douek | 08:58 | 05.12.25
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Morocco won the Sahara—So why is the UN still interfering?
Since 1991, the UN’s Western Sahara mission has overseen a frozen ceasefire with no referendum in sight; Morocco’s autonomy plan, backed by development in Laâyoune and Dakhla, offers a modern solution, shifting focus from outdated peacekeeping to tackling global security and humanitarian crises
Amine Ayoub | 09:41 | 05.10.25
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