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.

  MOSHE ARENS, in 2016: Even those who did not share his principles, respected his perseverance

Remembering Moshe Arens three years on: a politician and a mensch

Rest in peace, Misha. We, who are led by Israel’s longest-serving prime minister, have neither peace nor rest.

By TOVA HERZL
09/01/2025

We will dance again

We have the power to continue their legacy by remembering every name, by dancing for them, and by sharing their light. Because if we don’t – who else will?

Despite the Holocaust, haredi institutions are currently thriving and significant help from Israel

Secular and haredi Israelis must swim in the same waters

If we truly want a whole and united Israel, we’ll need everyone, haredi and secular alike, swimming together in the same waters. Yes, it’s risky. Yes, it’s scary. But it’s also the only way forward.

SECURITY FORCES are on the scene after a deadly Palestinian terrorist shooting attack near al-Funduq

The PA must stop 'pay for slay' to be a partner for peace

Israel needs to declare that until the PA takes concrete steps to dismantle its system of rewarding terrorism, any talk of its role in future governance arrangements are a non-starter.

By STEVEN BURG
09/01/2025
  An illustrative image reflecting how the events in Israel impacted Jewish education.

Empathy, resilience, and adaptation should drive education in a post-October 7 world

In a world that feels increasingly divided and fraught, we must offer not only knowledge but also healing, community, and hope.

By BARB SHIMANSKY
09/01/2025

Khamenei’s paper tiger is soaked and on the verge of collapse

Behind the propaganda machine of the regime and its Western-affiliated reformist lobby lies a truth contrary to its claims of strength and resilience.

08/01/2025

Israel must lessen dependence on foreign weaponry

No country, especially not one of Israel’s size, can attain full weapons independence. But at the same time, this dependence can be reduced.

What irks Israel’s right wing?

The shunning, turning the Zionist Right into the ultimate “other,” politically, socially, and economically, set in motion a psychological mindset among Israel’s cultural elite.

Strategic threats: Turkey rises in the Middle East, Israel-bashing rises in the West

The Western assault on Judaism is also a proxy for an assault on America and should be treated as a US national security issue.

08/01/2025
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