The Jerusalem Post Archive

18 November 2022
Will 'quiet quitting' reach Israeli healthcare? -opinion

Workers understand the importance and significance of their jobs, and the need to dedicate themselves to helping patients in their hardest moments. But nothing lasts forever. 

Israel's US friends need to stop worrying about election results - opinion

Israel is in no great moral existential danger. We have not become a nation other than what you believe or aspire us to be.

Israel is increasingly concerned about Iran-Russia ties -opinion

What are the implications of strengthened ties between Russia and Iran for Israel?

Israel must reclaim its Arab citizens - opinion

Israeli-Arabs, who undeniably enjoy greater rights and freedoms in Israel than in any of the surrounding states, are drifting away from their Israeli identity.

Is it time for Italy to move its embassy to Jerusalem?

Moving Italy's embassy to Jerusalem - one of the only cities in the world that truly rivals ancient Rome - may have more implications than meet the eye.

Israel's center-left is in the opposition, and it is crumbling

INSIDE POLITICS: Once they were eight, sitting around the Bennett-Lapid cabinet table, all sharing one mutual achievement. Now they are five and sharing a defeat.

Will Netanyahu's coalition negotiations go down to the wire?

POLITICAL AFFAIRS: There is no set format or strategy for coalition negotiations, but Netanyahu over the years developed a clear modus operandi. This time, it might not be working.

Israelis head to Qatar by the thousands ahead of World Cup

WORLD CUP AFFAIRS: Israeli soccer fans are going global for sports’ biggest event.

Israel's war on the terrorism 'wave' is at a crossroads -analysis

MILITARY AFFAIRS: Despite the deadly Ariel attack, the IDF's campaign to stem the wave of terror is having an effect

Will incoming gov't ruin checks and balances in Israel's legal system?

LEGAL AFFAIRS: What would the court-override movement mean for the legal establishment?

3 Tayibe residents accused of cutting off man's ear over NIS 200 theft

A man who was staying in a cafe in Tayibe was attacked by three residents of the city in their 30s who claimed that they suspected him of stealing money from them.

The legacy of outgoing Maccabi Tel Aviv stalwart Nikola Vujcic

Nikola Vujcic, who won two EuroLeague titles with Maccabi Tel Aviv as a player, has stepped down from his role as general manager/sports director.

IDF Chief of Staff to visit US to discuss Iran threat

Lt.-Gen. Aviv Kohavi will meet with senior officials in the US Department of Defense as well as US military officials to strategize on strengthening stability in the Middle East

Azerbaijan to become first Shi'ite Muslim country with embassy in Israel

The new embassy will be in Tel Aviv, where Azerbaijan country already has a Tourism Office and a Trade Representative Office.

Ben-Gvir splits from Smotrich, calls on Netanyahu to give in to demands

Itamar Ben-Gvir beseeched Netanyahu to agree to Smotrich's "legitimate demands" as he announced the technical Knesset split.

Hakeem Jeffries launches bid to replace Nancy Pelosi as lead House Democrat

Jeffries, 52, satisfies the demand of many House Democrats that younger blood replaces the 82-year-old Nancy Pelosi.

Abraham Accords: Peace between people is more than just signing a paper

Netanyahu, when he forms his new government, will have an incredible opportunity to send a message to the Abraham Accord countries that has not yet been sent.

Qatar's World Cup is an Arab tragedy - opinion

MIDDLE ISRAEL: The first Middle Eastern World Cup is an international farce, a moral atrocity, and an Arab tragedy.

The US is focusing more on Iran’s attacks in the region -analysis

Iran and its proxies have also frequently targeted US forces in Syria, but the import of drones to Russia has put increased attention on Tehran.

Will Iran's regime mass execute arrested protestors? -analysis

As of Sunday, Iran’s judiciary sentenced five people to death in what human rights activists deem sham trials.

WATCH: Iranian protestors set regime founder Khomeini's former home ablaze

Although he died in 1989, Khomeini as a cultural figure is very much alive in the Islamic Republic.

Biden administration says Saudi prince has immunity in Khashoggi killing lawsuit

Khashoggi was brutally killed in 2018 in the Saudi consulate in Istanbul, an operation that US intelligence believed was ordered by Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

Lebanon's top judge decries political meddling, calls for 'revolution' in courts

Lebanon's 'chaotic situation' requires a "revolution in approaches" to resolve, Suhail Abboud, head of Lebanon's Supreme Judicial Council, said.

Israel to reopen investigation into deadly Tyre disaster, 40 years later

On the 40th anniversary of the disaster, the case was opened “out of respect for the fall and in the pursuit of the truth."

US General Mark Milley says invading Taiwan would be ‘very difficult’ for China

The issue of Taiwan has come to the forefront of global politics over the last year, with accusations of escalation on both the US and Chinese sides.

Democrats and Republicans largely distrust corporations, Pew survey finds

Along with large corporations, financial institutions and technology companies also saw a decrease in popular support.

From bat mitzvah guest to pro-Israel lawmaker: Nancy Pelosi’s Jewish journey

American Jews have been in the picture for Pelosi since she was born, when her father helped lead the movement in the US to garner government support for the establishment of a Jewish state.

Russia hopeful of US prisoner swap including 'Merchant of Death' Viktor Bout

Variously dubbed "the merchant of death" and "the sanctions buster" for his ability to get around arms embargoes, Bout was one of the world's most wanted men prior to his 2008 arrest.

Traces of explosives found at Nord Stream pipelines, Sweden says

Swedish and Danish authorities are investigating four holes in the Nord Stream 1 and 2 pipelines, which link Russia and Germany via the Baltic Sea and have become a flashpoint in the Ukraine crisis.

Russia ready for high-level talks with US if Washington willing -foreign ministry

Russian and US officials are expected to meet soon in the Egyptian capital of Cairo from Nov. 29 to Dec. 6 to discuss the New START nuclear arms reduction treaty.

Russia is coming up short on medical supplies - Ukraine intel

Ukrainian intelligence reports that the Russian Ministry of Health instructed all regions of the country to build up a stock of medicine and supplies to last at least four months.

Lithuanian farmer burns grain for heat, cheaper than burning wood

Since imports of wood products from Russia and its ally Belarus were banned due to sanctions, wood pellets used for heating have soared to 600 euros per ton.

How will winter impact the Russia-Ukraine War?

10 million people are currently without power, President Volodymyr Zelensky reported, in a country with a pre-war population of about 44 million.

Russia's Medvedev: Ukrainians deserve death penalty for execution of POWs

A video circulated on Russian social media which was said to show the execution of Russian prisoners of war.

Israeli gang leader begins extradition hearing in South Africa court

Yaniv Ben Simon will be back in a South African court next week where he faces charges of drug, unlicensed firearm and ammunition possession.

Donald Trump tweeted classified photos from Iran while president - report

In 2019, the then-president shared a photo on his Twitter that was classified information, and it has only now become declassified, three years later.

Russia: Not reviving nuclear deal will have 'irreversible consequences'

Russian officials optimistic on potential revival of the JCPOA • West 'hysterical' over drones because of nuke deal

US Justice Dept. names war crimes expert as special counsel for Trump probes

Justice Department officials have enlisted human rights experts in further Trump probes.

Parshat Hayei Sarah: Ketura, the figure & the kibbutz

Ramban claims Keturah was a Canaanite concubine, based on her description in the Book of Chronicles.

Parshat Hayei Sarah: Short, courageous and practical

The second story in this week's parsha is Abraham’s servant going to Haran in Aram Naharayim to search for a bride for Isaac.

Chayei Sarah: What is love?

This is the first time the Torah mentions anyone loving someone, and of course, we are now faced with the question: what is love?

Shabbat candle-lighting times for Israel and US

See Shabbat times for your area.

Rare flute carved from bone discovered in England

The flute, thought to be carved from a goat or sheep tibia resembles a modern recorder.

North Korea fires suspected intercontinental ballistic missile, S.Korea says
Palestinian gunmen fire at IDF troops near Tulkarm
US VP Harris to convene leaders meeting over N.Korea missile launch - White House official
Pope Francis says Vatican ready to mediate to end Ukraine conflict - paper
Attempted stabbing foiled near Kiryat Arba, no injuries
Rock-throwing in Abu Tor, two lightly injured
South Korea, US hold joint air force firing drills
Gantz: It is critical to stop the spread of Iranian influence and ambitions
US sanctions target Russian involvement in Guatemala's mining sector
Iran's IRGC arrests 'terrorist team' moving weapons to protesters
Suspect arrested after attempting to cross into Israel from Gaza Strip - report
Zelenskyy: Ukrainian forces repel 100 attacks in Donetsk region
Where are Palestinians getting M-16 rifles from? - analysis

It’s difficult to quantify how many illegal firearms there are in the West Bank or how prevalent they are with terror groups or other armed men.

Most energetic gamma-ray burst confirms Israeli researchers' predictions

Gamma-ray bursts are a phenomenon in which a massive amount of X-rays and gamma rays are emitted within seconds in a single pulse or in multiple subsequent pulses.

What happened to all of Elite's ‘red cow’ chocolate?

BUSINESS AFAIRS: Strauss’s Elite brand chocolate products have still not fully made their way back onto shelves. What are they planning, and what will they need to do to win back consumers?

After Elon Musk's ultimatum, Twitter employees start exiting

The company notified employees that it will close its offices and cut badge access until Monday, while Musk was meeting some top employees to try and convince them to stay.

IAI reports ‘most profitable period in history of aerospace industry’

Furthermore, the company noted it has the highest quarterly order backlog in its history, totaling about $15.8 billion compared to $13.4 billion at the end of last year.

Cypriot airline receives final green light for direct Israel-Qatar World Cup flights

In all, TUS will operate six flights between Tel Aviv and Doha, beginning on Sunday.

Qatar, FIFA backtrack on sale of alcohol during World Cup

The decision marks a last-minute reversal that raised questions among some supporters about the host country's ability to deliver on promises to fans.

Elon Musk encourages Twitter engineers to fly in for in-person meetings

The billionaire told employees in an email, "I would appreciate it if you could fly to San Francisco to be present in person."

Russia's Gazprom to ship 41.9 mcm of gas to Europe via Ukraine on Friday
Jon Stewart, other Jewish comedians weigh in on Dave Chappelle’s ‘SNL’ monologue

Comedian Dave Chappelle delivered a 15-minute set – one that many saw as antisemitic – to start last week's episode of SNL.

1,000 Israeli students call on Harvard Crimson to move office from ‘stolen lands’

The Harvard student newspaper editorial went further than most in its condemnation of Israel, garnering this reply from the SJA.

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