The story isn't Hamas, religion or terrorism. Rashid Khalidi, the preeminent Palestinian intellectual of our time, is convinced that the Israelis simply don't understand the conflict - living in a 'bubble of false consciousness'
The inhabitants of Nu'man, in southeast Jerusalem, are residents of the territories and as such are not allowed to enter the capital. Other residents of the territories are banned from visiting the village, which pays municipal taxes but receives nothing in return – except demolished homes
Air raid sirens, deafening fighter planes and explosions following the interception of missiles are making pets, and other animals, anxious – even to the point of needing psychiatric medication. Veterinarians recommend that owners project warmth and calm, or offer a treat, to help defuse fears
Bar Godard's parents were murdered on October 7 and her father's body taken to Gaza. She says that he would not want soldiers to die in an effort to return his remains. On a possible return to Be'eri she says: 'I need to know they won't come to abduct me or murder me or rape me'
The idea of the democratic state sought to offer a fair alternative to the one-way connection between humans and God. But similar to Russia, Venezuela and Syria, the Israeli state has now also turned against its citizens
Israel's flexibility in the cease-fire with Lebanon is irrelevant to Gaza, where keeping Hamas as a permanent enemy aligns with the vision of parts of its government and the survival goals of its leader
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to convene a meeting with defense officials to discuss rebel offensive and violations of the cease-fire agreement with Hezbollah
Ya'ara Saks is the first Israeli to serve in the Canadian government. In an interview, she talks antisemitism, arms embargos on Israel and how Canada's Jewish community reacted to her meeting with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas
Israel has a historic choice to make, and not for the first time. It's a choice between the approach of legendary political Zionists on one side, and Itamar Ben-Gvir and Benjamin Netanyahu on the other
In his first speech since the cease-fire with Israel, Hezbollah Secretary-General Nayim Qassem declared victory, asserting that Hezbollah had 'prevented Israel from weakening' the group and that 'the resistance remains operational, continuing to thwart Netanyahu's schemes'
A collection of stories now out in Hebrew will give Israelis a rare glimpse into the hearts of their northern neighbors. Also, Ethiopian Jews' Sigd holiday and the Pride Film Festival in Be'er Sheva bring good cheer
The assailant, who was imprisoned in 2003 for planting an explosive device targeting soldiers, opened fire on a bus traveling from Tel Aviv to Ariel in the West Bank, injuring nine people, one critically. Hamas later claimed responsibility for the attack
Dr. Ali Rashid Al Nuaimi, a senior representative of the United Arab Emirates authorities, arrived at the shiva (seven-day mourning period) in Jerusalem on Friday to express his sincere condolences to the family of Rabbi Tzvi Kogan, the Chabad emissary who was killed in Abu Dhabi last week, emphasizing the UAE's unwavering commitment to […]
Nine people were wounded Thursday in a shooting attack near the Giti junction when a gunman opened fire on a bus traveling from Tel Aviv to Ariel. One victim remains in critical condition. The assailant, who was previously detained for security offenses, was quickly neutralized by security forces at the scene. Hamas has claimed […]
It's surprising to see Palestinian security officials' near total lack of emotion regarding Hamas' travails in Gaza. When you talk to them, they're curious about Iran's meddling in the West Bank