Government
Lessons from Israel’s decline in the Global Corruption Index - opinion
A decline in Israel’s ranking on the international corruption index carries tangible consequences.
'If this isn’t a massacre, what is?': Ex-hostage decries removal of 'massacre' from Oct. 7 bill
Israel legal gatekeepers must be careful not to overreach - opinion
Israel faces national test as Supreme Court blocks Army Radio closure - opinion
Syrian Kurds are fighting for survival – and Israel’s future is tied to theirs - opinion
Northern Syria is collapsing into chaos, and unless the West acts, the Kurds will pay the price.
Good news for Israel is standing tip-toe on the misty mountain tops - opinion
A 'government of change' will 'rejig priorities: money will flow to security, education, academia, hi-tech, and health and shore up the values of Zionism that reflect Israel’s raison d’etre.'
Iran is a large, silent prison – and federalism is the only way to break out - opinion
The future political system of Iran must consciously distribute power and sovereignty from the top down, in accordance with democratic constitutional principles and the interests of the regions.
The case for ending Israel's media monopoly protections - opinion
By loosening regulations and expanding competition, the broadcast reform weakens monopolies and reduces political leverage
Those who seek truth do not silence the press - opinion
In order to repair what has been broken here, we have to know, we have to ask, and we have to demand answers
When governments gag the press, democracies collapse - opinion
Why current government reforms threaten one of Israel’s last democratic safeguards – the media
Coalition leaders call on Netanyahu to disobey High Court, block Ben-Gvir firing
“Unfortunately, we are witnessing clear attempts at a coup carried out through the law enforcement systems. This is, quite simply, a coup against democracy," Ben-Gvir said Monday.
Israel is sliding toward authoritarianism, and elections won’t stop it - opinoin
Israel tiptoes on the edge of authoritarianism as Netanyahu’s government tightens its grip on power.
In the age of AI warfare, Israel’s strongest defense is its people - opinion
In an age of AI warfare and online manipulation, Israel’s next line of defense is a cyber-literate public.
From prevention to coercion: Israel’s failing response to crime in Arab society - opinion
Cutting social investment in the name of security creates a bad cycle that weakens trust and fuels long-term instability.