More Stories

Hamas terrorists against the backdrop of destruction in Gaza

How Hamas is trying to rebuild after 1,000 days of war

Is the terrorist organization quietly recovering? From Jabaliya to Khan Younis, almost nothing remains, 92% of the tunnels have been destroyed and the rest are on the way. That may be why Hamas recently agreed to wording that includes giving up production sites and weapons depots. Still, one critical detail remains unresolved.

France is melting, but air conditioning is a culture war

France is melting, but air conditioning is a culture war

France's heat wave is claiming lives, disrupting daily life and exposing social tensions. Temperatures are climbing and sweat is pouring, but the standard solution used around the world is stuck between regulation and political opposition from the Left. Some are even proposing "climate leave," meaning staying home and roasting.

Exclusive: The hidden writings of Elie Wiesel come to light

Exclusive: The hidden writings of Elie Wiesel come to light

Dr. Yoel Rappel, who founded and directed the Elie Wiesel Archive at Boston University, reveals three works by one of the greatest Jewish writers, 10 years after Wiesel’s death. 

Something deep is changing on the Haredi street. The real conflagration lies ahead

Something deep is changing on the Haredi street. The real conflagration lies ahead

The draft crisis is pushing the integration of Haredi Israelis into broader Israeli society further away and radicalizing the discourse. How did things move from the historic agreement with Ben-Gurion, which granted a small group of Torah scholars an exemption from military service, to cries of “War!” and the demonization of the State of Israel? 

Secret annex to Israel-Lebanon agreement revealed

Secret annex to Israel-Lebanon agreement revealed

According to the Saudi Asharq Bloomberg, the security annex to the trilateral framework agreement between Israel, Lebanon and the US sets out a phased model for disarming Hezbollah, international verification and a redeployment of IDF forces. First step: pilot zones south of the Litani River. Lebanon’s commitment: The Lebanese Army will have exclusive operational control, and Hezbollah will be left with no military role in the country.

Under threat of civil war: This is Lebanon's balance of power

Under threat of civil war: This is Lebanon's balance of power

The new framework agreement with Israel is reawakening Lebanon’s internal demons. Between threats from Hezbollah and the Amal Movement, and the push by President Aoun and the Christian-Sunni camp to dismantle the militias, this is the picture of a country on its last legs.

What you still haven't been told about the Iran deal

What you still haven't been told about the Iran deal

A very well-informed source, well-versed in Israel-US relations, is looking at the developments of recent weeks with eyes wide open, and with less concern than most of us. Now he explains how two election campaigns caused the clash between Netanyahu and Trump, and points to a hidden clause in the agreement that will not please the Iranians.

Israel-Lebanon agreement may turn into strategic trap

Why Israel and the US agreed to keep the IDF in southern Lebanon, for now

Despite the pressure surrounding negotiations with Iran, Israel and the US have reached understandings under which there will be no withdrawal from southern Lebanon for now. The IDF will continue to act against threats and terrorist infrastructure under closer coordination with Washington. At the same time, intelligence passed to the Americans indicates that the directives to escalate Hezbollah activity are coming directly from Tehran.

The Gulf states have moved on, leaving Israel behind

The Gulf states have moved on, leaving Israel behind

The signing of the memorandum of understanding between Washington and Tehran marks the beginning of a new regional order. While the Gulf states are returning to dialogue with Iran and focusing on economic stability, Israel is still talking about continuing the struggle. Riyadh, Abu Dhabi and Doha have internalized that Tehran remains a major player in the region, and that it is better to learn to live alongside it than to try to subdue it.

The one thing Trump did not forgive Netanyahu for

The one thing Trump did not forgive Netanyahu for

Jerusalem was not surprised by the self-styled master negotiator’s capitulation itself, only by its scope.

You could have been the greatest president of all, but you failed

You could have been the greatest president of all, but you failed

Mr. President, you have gravely harmed the human interests of the enlightened world, and you may be remembered forever as the president who brought about America’s humiliation. You betrayed us, the Israelis. And in a single moment, the contempt you once faced suddenly seems so justified and logical. Danny Zaken writes to the US president.

Opinions

Israel

Middle East

United States

World News

Jewish World

Travel & Lifestyle

Culture & Entertainment

Economy, Business & Finance

Science & Technology

Tech Bits

Startup Nation

Sponsored Content

Blogspot