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.

Human rights hypocrisy: 'Forced displacement' in, Hamas out

The combination of falsely accusing Israel of war crimes and ignoring the 1949 Geneva Convention’s prohibition on using civilians and civilian infrastructure for war highlights HRW’s hypocrisy.

By GERALD M. STEINBERG
21/11/2024

Trump is taking cue from Nixon’s Madman Theory in his Iran approach

Trump appears to be emulating the madman approach with Iran. It can be very risky because he lacks Nixon’s mental tools, and he has no Henry Kissinger or anyone even close.

Israel must start saying 'no' to most invidious issues that seek to delegitimize identity

The time has come, I suggest, to declare – in as straightforward a manner as possible – Israel’s fundamental positions that are at the core of the conflict that Arabs have with Zionism.

Druze society demands civil equality to match their heroes military sacrifice

The Druze community seeks recognition and equality amid their unmatched loyalty after October 7.

By AMIR KHNIFESS
21/11/2024

Overcoming the Trump divide: A Jewish call for unity and understanding

American Jews must bridge divides and fight Jew-hatred amid rising political polarization.

21/11/2024

Should Israel loosen immigration rules amid rising antisemitism?

Why Israel should expand its Law of Return for other Jews amid increasing antisemitism.

By COOKIE SCHWEBER-ISSAN
21/11/2024

Post-war Gaza: Can Hamas maintain its grip amid destruction?

Hamas’s fate in post-war Gaza hinges on military outcomes and governance plans.

The US and Middle East under Trump 2.0 must look better than under Trump 1.0

The Saudis are back and need to underline their role in the region by creating a conducive environment to make the wars in Gaza and Lebanon the last wars in the Middle East.

By ELIAS ZANANIRI/THE MEDIA LINE
20/11/2024

Oslo's environmental, feminine choice, 20 years later - opinion

Last weekend, the 14th conference by Democracy Today was held in Yerevan, Armenia, titled "From Global Insecurity to Common Security - Women's Role in Peacemaking." 

By CARMIT LUBANOV
20/11/2024

President-elect Donald Trump is poised to pick up where he left off

A strong US-Israel relationship benefits not only the Middle East but the world, and that will come when our enemies know messing with us is not worth the trouble. 

By JUDAH WAXELBAUM
20/11/2024
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