The Jerusalem Post Archive

1 January 2016
Leiter’s blunt accuracy may be undiplomatic, but his criticism is valid - editorial

Israeli Ambassador Yechiel Leiter's words were harsh, certainly. But his criticism of J Street and Bernie Sanders is not unwarranted.

When anti-Zionism becomes the respectable language of antisemitism - opinion

The Bondi Commission matters beyond Australia because it exposes how ancient Jew-hatred now borrows the vocabulary of human rights, decolonization, and social justice.

Pompeii victim revealed to be a doctor fleeing Vesuvius’ eruption over 60 years after discovery

The doctor’s identity followed new analysis of archaeological finds kept in the park’s storage warehouses - including a small case hidden within the cast of one of the victims from the garden.

Neanderthal tooth from Siberian cave shows signs of earliest-known invasive dental surgery - study

The molar showed that the Neanderthal who underwent the dental procedure was an adult, though the researchers do not know the individual's gender.

Pelephone launches a dedicated plan for content creators

The cellular company is trying to solve the browsing problem in stadiums and at concerts with a new plan including an upgrade of upload speed and a significant data volume.

Airline to serve northern wine and cheeses to support businesses affected by war

The airline Israir is collaborating with the Teva Ez dairy and the Kishor winery in an effort to strengthen businesses from the conflict line that were harmed during the war.

Trump reveals new details of bunker-like ballroom with drone base

US President Donald Trump revealed details about his six-story bunker-like subterranean ballroom, arguing that it is necessary due to a recent assassination attempt at a Washington hotel.

Foreign Ministry denies claims of strikes against Gaza-bound flotilla

The Foreign Ministry clarified that videos showing soldiers firing shots at the boats were "non-lethal means" employed towards the vessels, adding that no protesters were injured in the incident.

UAE says drone that hit near its nuclear plant was launched from Iraq

The head of the UN's International Atomic Energy Agency, Raphael Grossi, warned that a direct hit on the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant would result in a "very high release of radioactivity."

US Senate advances measure curbing Trump's Iran war powers

The advancement on the resolution is a victory for lawmkaers who have been arguing that Congress, not the president, should have the power to send troops to war, as spelled out in the Constitution.

At least ten mines discovered in Strait of Hormuz, US intelligence says - CBS

The US Navy spent weeks clearing mines from a route in the Strait of Hormuz meant for the safe passage of commercial ships, warning that the normal route is "extremely hazardous."

Bessent urges more disruption to Iran's financing, will review US sanctions list

The US has recently stepped up sanctions on Iran through "Economic Fury," a program meant to disrupt Tehran's shadow banking networks and terrorist financing schemes.

US-Iran negotiations see little progress, Israel reportedly sought to reinstate Ahmadinejad in Iran

Israel, US sought to instate Ahmadinejad as Iran leader, NYT says • IRGC warns of broader attacks if war resumes • US-Saudi civil nuclear pact nears signing

'Not a forever war': Vance reassures Americans Trump’s Iran war will not drag on

JD Vance said during a White House briefing that although the war with Iran is not a "forever war," an escalation in the absence of a diplomatic solution would serve long-term US security interests.

Israel, US early war goals sought to reinstate Iran's Ahmadinejad as leader, NYT report says

An associate of Ahmadinejad told the NYT that the Americans viewed Mr. Ahmadinejad as someone who could lead Iran and manage “Iran’s political, social, and military situation.”

US, Iran exchanged 'formulas' for Iran's nuclear program for first time since start of negotiations

It was also reported that recently, coordination between the US military and the IDF has been extended, as part of preparations for the possibility of renewed fighting with Iran.

Two polls find growing split among Republicans over support for Israel

Nearly a third of potential Republican voters said they believed Trump had been “too supportive of Israel,” with 22% of MAGA voters saying Israel has too much influence on US foreign policy.

Sally Rooney to issue novel in Hebrew with Israeli publisher who complies with BDS

That move prompted backlash in Israel and beyond, including calls to boycott Rooney’s work, with Israeli bookstore chains reportedly removing some of her books from shelves.

With AOC backing and anti-Israel message, Chris Rabb vies for open House seat in Philadelphia

Rabb's opponents include Ala Stanford, a pediatric surgeon who has faced scrutiny for being boosted by a group that’s alleged to be a shell organization for AIPAC.

Jewish groups rally behind bipartisan Senate antisemitism bill with $1B security allocation

The bill follows several other recent attempts to advance antisemitism legislation in Congress.

Anti-Israel Republican Thomas Massie ousted from Congress as Trump endorsee wins primary

Massie's concession on Tuesday night included a dig at Gallrein’s purported relationship to Israel.

ICE will be at World Cup, but not to ‘round up’ migrants, DHS chief says

Mullin added that sometimes, law enforcement encounters major criminals at sporting events, such as suspects in murder cases or drug trafficking. In those cases, he said, arrests could be made.

US, Nigerian forces kill senior ISIS leader in strategic blow to terror group

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu said in a statement on Saturday that Abu-Bilal al-Minuki was killed “along with several of his lieutenants” in a joint strike with the US.

Slain security guard of California mosque engaged gunmen in shootout, hailed as hero

The security guard of the San Diego mosque, identified as Amin Abdullah, opened fire on the two gunmen before being fatally shot in the parking lot.

US plans to shrink forces available to NATO during crises, sources say

Trump's administration has repeatedly slammed European allies for not spending enough on their militaries and relying on the US for defense.

US pursuing second criminal probe into ousted Venezuelan leader Maduro

The New York indictment, originally filed in 2020, was cited as legal justification for the US special forces raid in Caracas that deposed Maduro as Venezuela's leader.

Trump administration fights Minnesota law outlawing Kalshi, Polymarket-style markets

The law was to go into effect Aug. 1, but CFTC chairman Michael Selig said in a statement that it "turns lawful operators and participants in prediction markets into felons overnight."

US-Saudi civil nuclear pact nears signing without toughest safeguards urged by Democrats

A State Department letter dated May 18 to Democratic Senator Edward Markey says the pact only requires Washington and Riyadh to forge a less onerous "bilateral safeguards agreement."

Trump approval falls to 35% as Iran war, gas prices cause Republican support to slip further - poll

The president's popularity has taken a hit this year as Americans suffer from surging gasoline prices since Trump ordered strikes on Iran in February alongside Israel.

Putin says Russia ready to work with US, has discussed this with Xi

"There is a point in comparing the content," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told state television Kremlin reporter Pavel Zarubin when asked about comparisons with the Trump visit.

South Korea’s Lee criticizes Israel detentions, says actions ‘way out of line’

In a cabinet meeting, Lee said the South Korean citizens had been detained for reasons not valid under international law, questioning whether such actions could be allowed to pass without protest.

Do you drink coffee as soon as you wake up? This is the recommended hour for maintaining energy

Many of us reach for a mug within the very first minutes of the morning, but it turns out that timing has a major impact on energy levels, concentration, and even sleep quality.

1% or 3% milk? Dr. Maya Rosman explains when it matters, if at all

Is there any significance to the fat percentage in the milk you drink? Has the myth that milk causes cancer been scientifically proven, and at what age should you reconsider your milk consumption?

Latest outbreak of Ebola in central Africa prompts global health emergency

DRC and WHO officials have identified over 500 cases in the DRC and recorded one confirmed death from the disease in neighboring Uganda as of Wednesday.

Promising hantavirus vaccine research stalled by funding gap before outbreak

Promising early results have been put on the back burner despite renewed global concern following a deadly cruise ship outbreak.

Israel's Negev officially recognized as international wine region 

The Negev joins major international wine regions such as Champagne, Chianti, Bordeaux, and Napa Valley, with the new status expected to strengthen Israel's wine industry's global position.

Wine accessories take center stage in Israeli homes despite global decline in consumption

The younger generation tends to drink more moderately, with their wine consumption a choice rather than just another drink.

Haifa Naval base suffers 'catastrophic' sanitary conditions, says source - N12

"Everything here is rotten and exposed," said the source, who alleged that the response from the military has been insufficient to control the rat manifestation seen daily at the base.

Former Civil Service Commissioner Hershkowitz withdraws from State Comptroller race

The race now pits Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's attorney Michael Rabilo against former Supreme Court Justice Yosef Elron.

Haymanut Kasau's family says they receive updates on investigation from media instead of police

"So far, we have not been given any information," the family stated. "It is appropriate that we receive the updates directly from the officers in charge. Haymanut must return home now."

IDF warns of urgent manpower shortage as haredi draft bill debates resume amid coalition crisis

The renewed dissensions came amid the crisis in Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s coalition with the ultra-Orthodox parties over the legislation.

Tair Rada's mother accuses police of 'dragging their feet' on reopening murder case - report

Ilana's lawyer, Tal Ben-Even, noted that last year the police had established a committee to assess whether to reopen Tair's case. "This is an unusual thing," Ben-Even stated.

Haifa court orders 11 Gaza flotilla boats from Oct. '25 fleet transferred to state ownership

The ruling comes as Israel again faces an international confrontation over Gaza-bound flotillas, after the Navy intercepted the latest Global Sumud Flotilla this week.

Hamas planned to spark wider war against Israel with October 7 massacre - study

The study, titled "The Strategic Origins of Hamas’s October 7 Attack," was authored by Dr. Daniel Sobelman and is based on top-secret Hamas documents seized by Israeli forces during the war.

Flotilla activists detained at Ashdod Port after Israeli Navy intercepts Gaza-bound vessels

“All 430 activists have been transferred to Israeli vessels and are making their way to Israel, where they will be able to meet with their consular representatives,” the Israeli Foreign Ministry said.

Daniel Peretz, Southampton soccer team thrown out of Championship playoff final over spying scandal

The club had made no statement by midnight, but multiple reports said they were planning to appeal the severity of the punishment.

Six Israeli hiking trails and natural sites to reconnect with nature this Shavuot

The KKL-JNF invites Israelis to experience some of its most beautiful water hiking trails across the country.

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