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'No deal with mullahs': Trump must finish the job in Iran - opinion

One thing is for certain: The moment President Trump steps out of the White House, even the best deal will unravel.

|ByKHOSRO ISFAHANI
Donald Trump over a backdrop of an Iranian flag. (Illustrative)
US President Donald Trump gestures after returning early from the G7 Leaders' Summit in Canada, at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, US, June 17, 2025

Iran mirrors Trump’s playbook, sending mixed signals for nuclear talks - opinion

Iran has learned from Trump’s 2025 tactics, using contradictory signals to control nuclear talks and keep the US off balance.

|ByAVIRAM BELLAISHE
Participants hold up posters of hostages as thousands of people attend the March for Israel on the National Mall in November 2023 in Washington, DC. Following October 7, American Jews mobilized more than $1 billion for Israel’s relief and recovery.

From hostages to heritage: Defending Diaspora Judaism's modern world - opinion

Young Jews face a new kind of captivity: cognitive warfare eroding identity, purpose, and resilience across Israel and the Diaspora.

|ByJEFFREY KAHN
PRESIDENT OF CHINA Xi Jinping reviews troops during a military parade to mark the 80th anniversary of World War II’s end, in Beijing, Sept. 3, 2025.

China’s disappearing elite: The high-stakes gamble behind Xi’s crackdown - analysis

Empty seats define President Xi’s rule, as China’s political elite faces a relentless purge.

|ByAMICHAI STEIN

Israel’s Somaliland recognition shows the real purpose of the Abraham Accords - opinion

Israel’s recognition of Somaliland reflects the Abraham Accords’ focus on survival, stability, and strategic cooperation, not sentiment.

DECEMBER 30, 2025BySHMUEL LEGESSE
Shmuel Legesse at his wedding at The Sephardic Temple of Cedarhurst in Cedarhurst, NY, June 8, 2014.

Israel recognized Somaliland – African nations like Ethiopia, Kenya should be next - opinion

Israel recognized Somaliland after decades of patience and Africa can no longer afford to look away.

DECEMBER 29, 2025ByISMAIL SHIRWAC
Ismail Shirwac is seen holding a Somaliland flag and a Israeli flag.

When warnings are ignored: Bondi Beach paid the price for tolerated extremism - opinion

Unchecked hatred of Jews set the stage for the Bondi Beach mass shooting.

DECEMBER 29, 2025ByAMJAD TAHA
A homemade Islamic State flag located in the vehicle CN59DR, which, according to a court document, is believed to have been used by Sajid and Naveed Akram, suspects in the shooting during a Hanukkah celebration at Bondi Beach.

Somaliland’s democracy deserves recognition, and Israel is right to lead - opinion

In a region of chaos, Somaliland has built a functioning democracy, but it doesn't get the international recognition it deserves.

DECEMBER 29, 2025ByGREG MILLS, RAY HARTLEY
A woman dressed in Somaliland's flag colours parades to celebrate the 33rd anniversary of their Independence in Hargeisa, Somaliland, May 18, 2024.

Europe is drifting away from Israel, toward Iran’s worldview - opinion

As demographics and politics shift, Europe and the US are quietly rethinking their alliances, and Israel is paying the price.

DECEMBER 29, 2025ByMICAH HALPERN
US President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hold a joint press conference in the State Dining Room at the White House, in Washington, DC, US, September 29, 2025

Confronting antisemitism requires coordination, action, and Jewish unity - opinion

Israel and the Jewish Diaspora face a shared ongoing crisis as global antisemitism rises around the world.

DECEMBER 28, 2025ByWILLIAM DAROFF
Flowers and an Israeli flag lie on the ground in a makeshift memorial following the attack on a Jewish holiday celebration at Sydney's Bondi Beach, in Sydney, Australia, December 15, 2025.

My Word: 2025, in its own words - opinion

From AI slop to rage bait, 2025’s words reveal a world shaped by tech, outrage, and the human need to connect.

DECEMBER 26, 2025ByLIAT COLLINS
AI education illustrative

Gulf turns to Israel for security as Washington pivots inwards - opinion

The Gulf states must decide who protects their security interests as the US steps back.

DECEMBER 24, 2025BySALEM ALKETBI
Representatives of the UAE, US, Israel, Bahrain Morocco and Egypt at the Steering Committee of the Negev Forum, June 27, 2022.

The day everything changed for Jewish Australians - opinion

The Bondi Beach attack on December 14 changed everything for Jewish Australians, revealing hate, heroism, and choices that shape their future.

DECEMBER 23, 2025ByTAMMY REZNIK
An aerial view of emergency personnel working at the scene of a shooting incident at Bondi Beach in Sydney, Australia, December 14, 2025, in this screen grab from a video.

Iran’s operations in Venezuela and the looming threat to US security - opinion

The CIA faces a growing challenge as Iran’s deepening presence in Venezuela threatens US interests.

DECEMBER 23, 2025ByERFAN FARD
CIA Director John Ratcliffe receives updates in the Situation Room of the White House, in Washington, June 21, 2025.