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.

Hostages deserve unconditional freedom, not political negotiations

Hostage freedom must be unconditional—using them as bargaining chips is immoral.

By ALIZA PILICHOWSKI
08/09/2024

Can you still feel joy? Trying to enjoy vacation as sad news from Israel comes in

I find myself ping-ponging, one moment wanting to stay on top of every nugget of news, the next fantasizing about disassociating from anything Jewish or Israeli.

07/09/2024
 ‘THE EVACUATION Scheme in Britain, 1940’: London schoolchildren off to England’s West Country.

My war years: A British Jew remembers living during World War II

No one had the slightest premonition that within less than a year, Hitler’s forces would have conquered three-quarters of Europe, including France, and that Britain faced the risk of invasion.

Yariv Levin and his judicial reform have failed. Here's why

With the justice minister blocking Supreme Court appointments and ministers defying the attorney general, Israel's democracy faces a critical test.

Protesters and counter-protesters in Israel are acting like children

A dual UK-Israeli citizen grapples with anger, pain, and disbelief in the wake of recent hostage killings.

By JONATHAN LIEBERMAN
07/09/2024
 RACHEL GOLDBERG-POLIN interviews in Jerusalem, May 29.

Dear Rachel: A bereaved mother's letter to the mother of Hersh Goldberg-Polin

Grief has its own pace; it can’t be rushed. It leaves its concealed mark on all; the bruises of having loved. Eventually, the purples give way to yellows and fade until unnoticeable.

By HEDDY BREUER ABRAMOWITZ
07/09/2024

Jewish students deserve protection

Antisemitism surges on college campuses with over 1,800 incidents since October. How can universities protect Jewish students and preserve academic integrity in these challenging times?

By WILLIAM C. DAROFF
07/09/2024

The IDF reflects Israeli society: Ethical through and through

Ancient Torah laws of war resonate in modern Israel, linking ethical society to military strength.

Unity isn't the priority. Balanced, truthful reporting is

Journalism's role in wartime sparks debate: Should media portray national unity or reflect societal divisions? Truth-telling and accountability remain crucial, even in crisis.

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