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 ... Read Morethe Middle East turmoil unfold. Their first hand encounters with world leaders have shaped their opinions and world views to be shared on this page. Less

 THE LATE Max Frankel sits front and center

Max Frankel: The New York Times' unflinching Jewish journalist

Journalism will never be perfect, but honest journalism is always worth fighting for.

By ALISON LEIGH COWAN
08/04/2025
 Avishai Moalem arrives to the Police Internal Investigations Department, in Jerusalem, February 4

Is the mask coming off? Shin Bet's political weaponization exposed

Israeli society can not allow a small elite to continue its abuse and hijacking of the legal system and law enforcement.

By AVI ABELOW
08/04/2025

The Passover seder is a model for healing democracies in peril

What the Exodus teaches us about democracy, power, and shared national purpose.

By RABBI MEESH HAMMER-KOSSOY
08/04/2025
  Israelis shoppers buy groceries in preparation for the holiday of Passover in Jerusalem, April 7,

Story of Passover proves that a brighter future awaits the Jewish nation

ABOVE THE FOLD: The story of Passover further proves that many years later, we are still a force to be reckoned with.

'Free Palestine'? Snow White should keep her poisoned apples to herself

We would like to believe that life is like Walt Disney film, where villains can suddenly disappear and good people live happily ever after. But we know the reality in the Middle East a bit better.

By ANAT VIDOR
08/04/2025
Protesters, mainly Houthi supporters, mark the annual al-Quds Day on the last Friday of Ramadan

Anti-reason in Israel’s defense policy: Addressing the Jihadist threat

To deal successfully with jihadist enemies that seek “power over death,” Israel’s only prudential strategy should be based on a deeper understanding of the enemy's anti-reason.

Is authenticity at risk in Canada? The struggle of Jewish identity in Montreal

Before, my identity comfortably combined being Jewish, queer, alternative, and a Montrealer; Now, those identities feel like they’re at odds.

By EDEN KOJDAN
08/04/2025

The Passover mindset: From chametz to freedom

Beyond the Headlines: A weekly glimpse into the Israel you won’t read about in the news

The IDF must be more transparent when innocent Gazans are killed

The IDF's zigzag on the killing of 14 Red Cross workers proves the need for transparency during the fog of the Israel-Hamas War.

Qatargate raises unsettling questions over Netanyahu’s close entourage

Although no claims have been made that Yonatan Urich or Eli Feldstein caused any security damage to Israel, the irregular nature of their employment and activities raises concerns.

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