Opinion
מתקפת טרור מלון ב מוגדישו סומליה פיגוע
Why the US should recognize Somaliland: A game-changer for security and strategy
Somaliland’s Berbera port sits at the heart of a global power struggle; As China, Iran and Russia tighten their grip on vital waterways, the US risks losing a key ally in the Horn of Africa by clinging to outdated policies
Amine Ayoub | 21:30 | 04.04.25
תקיפות חיל האוויר האמריקני בסעדה, תימן
US airstrikes signal it’s time to eradicate the Houthi threat
Opinion: Israel must recognize Houthi attacks as part of Iran’s broader strategy to weaken it; to deter further aggression, it must strike preemptively, dismantle proxy networks and strengthen naval defenses before the threat escalates
Amine Ayoub | 10:38 | 04.04.25
נתניהו וארדואן על רקע המחאות בטורקיה
Erdogan’s embrace of Hamas and anti-Israel rhetoric fuel regional concerns
Opinion: Turkish president's rhetoric and crackdown on dissent deepen tensions with Israel; while ties remain frozen, US President Trump may eventually step in to revive the strained relationship
Smadar Perry | 13:21 | 04.03.25
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Algeria’s shadow war: How it funds and arms Africa's deadliest terror groups
Analysis: Mounting intelligence and evidence reveal how Algeria’s covert operations are destabilizing Africa, fueling insurgencies and reshaping geopolitical dynamics under the guise of diplomacy
Amine Ayoub | 10:12 | 04.03.25
רה"מ בנימין נתניהו נכנס לאולם הדיונים על מנת לתת את עדותו בתיקי אלפים
Security first? Netanyahu posts videos while intelligence agencies prevent catastrophe
Opinion: As Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar, alongside IDF and Mossad teams, work to thwart major terror plot, PM—who had just moved to dismiss Bar—focuses on posting videos, as if running a personal campaign on social media
Avi Issacharoff | 07:39 | 04.03.25
הפגנה נגד חמאס בעזה
Protests against Hamas in Gaza are no 'Arab Spring'—at least for now
Analysis: Demonstrations show rare public dissent, with calls to release hostages and end Hamas rule; though still unorganized and fading, unrest reflects deep frustration, and despite harsh crackdown, protest may erupt again in the future
Dr. Michael Milshtein | 23:03 | 04.02.25
צביקה קליין
'Defenders of democracy' mute while journalist under house arrest without explanation
Opinion: Journalist Zvika Klein's arrest without clear cause raises alarms over press freedom in Israel, while silence from democracy advocates and media peers exposes troubling double standards and deeper systemic issues
Einav Schiff | 20:55 | 04.02.25
נשיא טורקיה רג'פ טראיפ ארדואן
Israel should sever ties with Erdogan's Turkey
Opinion: It may be in Israel's interest to maintain its diplomatic relations with Ankara after Turkey's growing influence in the region and its importance to NATO, but Erdogan's growing hostility toward Israel should give officials in Jerusalem pause 
Alon Liel | 18:06 | 04.01.25
ביג גלילות
Shabbat wars: Inside the high-stakes culture war for the soul of Israeli retail
Opinion: As ultra-Orthodox boycotts target BIG’s Shabbat operations, a fiery clash over consumer freedom, religious tradition and corporate power could reshape Israel’s cultural and economic landscape
Dr. Amit Serusi | 11:31 | 04.01.25
הפגנה בסמוך לכנסת
Israel needs a constitution to prevent civil war
Opinion: Unlike the United States, Israeli institutions are weak and the product of laws and traditions that can easily be overturned or forgotten; a constitution would make clear the enduring nature of the state and the inalienable rights of its citizens
Michael Oren | 08:07 | 04.01.25
נשיא ארה"ב דונלד טראמפ
Trump is the entrepreneurial leader reshaping the world
Opinion: US president's firm stance on Israel and the Middle East exposes a clear divide between good and evil; his policies, free of progressive hypocrisy offer Israel a historic opportunity to correct past mistakes
Rami Simani | 15:03 | 03.31.25
נתניהו, טראמפ, חמינאי, נתנז איראן תקיפה באזור ביטחוני בסוריה
Trump, Khamenei face off as Iran’s nuclear deadline looms
Analysis:  With a two-month deadline to abandon its nuclear ambitions, Iran faces mounting pressure from President Trump; Strategic bombers, naval deployments and constant US-Israeli consultations signal possibility of military action if negotiations fail to yield results
Itamar Eichner | 09:57 | 03.31.25
ג'וזף עאון
It's time for some discreet dialogue with Lebanon
Opinion: As Beirut reels from economic crisis and Hezbollah’s grip, former Lebanese army chief  and now president, Joseph Aoun – no friend of Israel but no ally of its enemies—offers rare chance for true diplomacy; With cease-fire fraying, Jerusalem should act before that door closes
Smadar Perry | 23:23 | 03.30.25
Strategic escalation in the Indian Ocean signals US seriousness in Iran conflict
Analysis: US increases military deployment in Indian Ocean to pressure Iran into halting nuclear program, missile development and proxy activities; Bombers and carriers signal readiness, while diplomacy remains a priority amid escalating tensions
Ron Ben-Yishai | 21:37 | 03.30.25
נשיא טורקיה רג'פ טאיפ ארדואן
Israel must act now to prevent a future war with Turkey
Opinion: Turkey is not Iran—neither in isolation, economy nor influence; it is a dynamic regional power with one foot in the West, major leverage over Europe and a growing strategic footprint across the East
Jonathan Adiri | 14:38 | 03.29.25
פליטים עקורים חוזרים לצפון הרצועה
Young Evangelicals' connection to Israel has never been more urgent
Analysis: New survey reveals strong Israeli Jewish support for Trump's Palestinian relocation plan, but concerns are growing over waning evangelical backing for Israel, particularly among younger generations
Dov Maimon | 23:02 | 03.28.25
נושאת המטוסים נושאת מטוסים ג'רלד פורד שטה עם ספינות מלחמה ספינה שמלוות אותה באזור הים התיכון ב-31 בדצמבר בצל ההחלטה האמריקנית להוציא אותה מהאזור ולהחזירה ל ארה"ב
The US is making it clear: Iran is in its crosshairs
As Trump steps up threats against Iran and the US moves bombers and carriers to the Middle East, Israel weighs which front is most urgent; In Jerusalem, officials worry about intelligence leaks. In Gaza, the Israeli military advances slowly, capturing territory and targeting Hamas leaders
Yossi Yehoshua | 22:10 | 03.28.25
עובדי היי-טק
How Israeli high-tech continues to thrive amid political polarization
Opinion: Despite political upheaval and institutional distrust, Israeli high-tech’s collaborative ethos and grassroots problem-solving offer a roadmap for societal renewal
Ran Bronstein | 14:00 | 03.27.25
מחאה נגד חמאס בעזה
Gaza anti-Hamas protests should inspire hope — and strategic rethinking
Opinion: Demonstrations signal growing discontent and offer rare glimpse of hope for change; while not a revolution, they show carks in terror group's rule; Israel must pair military goals with clear vision for future to avoid endless war and defeat
Nadav Eyal | 08:19 | 03.27.25
מנחם בגין, ג'ימי קרטר, אנואר סאדאת
Israel and Egypt mark 46 years of cold, uneasy peace
Opinion: While peace accord signed by Menachem Begin and Anwar Sadat has proven bloodless, there is still mistrust, strained relations and a peace that feels more like an uneasy truce than the blossoming of a beautiful friendship
Smadar Perry | 20:04 | 03.26.25
אילון מאסק
Musk sets a new standard of progress and efficiency: will Israel dare to change?
Analysis: As Elon Musk’s DOGE program disrupts global job markets, Israel faces a critical choice: embrace radical efficiency with a strategic plan or risk falling further behind; Is Israel ready to embrace a mindset where efficiency is not a dirty word, but an engine for improvement and upgrade
Nili Goldberg | 11:23 | 03.25.25
נשיא אל סלבדור נאיב בוקלה
El Salvador’s Bitcoin reversal: A necessary retreat or a missed opportunity?
Opinion: El Salvador is pulling back from its Bitcoin experiment under IMF pressure in return for a $1.4B loan; the move highlights the challenges of financial sovereignty in a system still dominated by traditional global institutions
Prof. Ilan Alon | 10:33 | 03.25.25
ראש השב"כ רונן בר
In a true democracy Netanyahu has the right to remove the head of the Shin Bet
Opinion: Netanyahu’s dismissal of Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar reflects democratic accountability, and addresses politicization and security failures
Naveh Dromi | 00:24 | 03.25.25
אהרן ברק ובנימין נתניהו
No, this isn’t the fall of democracy in Israel
Opinion: In recent days, Israel’s top officials—among them the prime minister, a Supreme Court chief justice, a lawmaker and a former deputy IDF chief—have behaved less like statesmen and more like children, despite holding the nation’s most critical roles
Amichai Attali | 10:02 | 03.24.25
הפגנה פרו-פלסטינית בעד מחמוד חליל מנהיג המחאה ב אוניברסיטת קולומביה ב ניו יורק ארה"ב 11 במרץ
Columbia University caved to Trump because it never chose free speech on its own
Opinion: For 5 years, I led the pro-Israel organization at Columbia University and witnessed how it ignored reports of extreme antisemitic and anti-Zionist incidents. For Israel, this complete alignment with Trump may not be ideal—but there is no other choice
Ofir Dayan | 19:10 | 03.23.25
דונלד טראמפ
Trump’s foreign policy credibility problem resurfaces amid rising threats
Opinion: POTUS' rejection of Ukraine’s request for defense pact, offering economic ties instead, highlights past inaction after attacks on U.S. interests, raising doubts about willingness to use military force to defend allies like Israel
Avigdor Haselkorn | 18:27 | 03.22.25
צרפת בחירות ל פרלמנט האספה הלאומית קלפי ז'ורדן ברדלה מצביע
Israel may fuel antisemitism in embrace of France's far-right
Opinion: perception, accurate or not, of a rapprochement between Israel and the National Rally could fuel antisemitic narratives that falsely depict Jews as aligned with divisive political forces
Dov Maimon | 13:58 | 03.22.25
תימן צנעא הפגנת תמיכה ב חות'ים בעקבות מבצע ההפצצות של ארה"ב
Trump releases US restraint, empowers Israel to confront Iran
Opinion: POTUS's unprecedented threat to hold Tehran accountable for Houthi aggression marks a strategic shift, empowering Jerusalem to act against Iranian proxies amid renewed Gaza fighting
Michael Oren | 21:32 | 03.21.25
בנימין נתניהו
Time after time, Netanyahu’s opposition fails
Analysis: Netanyahu faces criticism amid the hostage crisis, as well as alleged personal motives; however, the opposition remains fragmented, leaving his power secure
Keren Setton/The Media Line | 13:37 | 03.21.25
מינוי מפקד צבא לבנון החדש רודולף היכל בארמון הנשיאותי בעבדא
Lebanese public yearns for calm amid growing calls for peace with Israel
Analysis: Lebanon-Israel peace hinges on resolving disputed border territories and Hezbollah’s refusal to disarm, despite U.S.-Saudi mediation and rising public support for normalized relations
Smadar Perry | 21:35 | 03.20.25
עבד אל-פתאח א-סיסי
Iranian subversion through the Houthis comes at Egypt's expense
Opinion: Cairo is quick to clarify that Egypt has no military action plan, the country has a long memory and does not intend to repeat the colossal mistake of the 1960s when more than 15,000 Egyptian soldiers lost their lives in the civil war between northern and southern Yemen
Smadar Perry | 10:54 | 03.20.25
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Wiz deal: A milestone for Israeli tech — or a missed opportunity in the making?
Opinion: Alphabet’s $32 billion acquisition of cybersecurity firm boosts Israel’s startup ecosystem—but will the tax windfall drive innovation or politics?
Sever Plocker | 02:12 | 03.20.25
תקיפות בשכונת תופאח בעיר עזה
There are 2 possible scenarios for Israel now that Gaza war has resumed
Analysis: Israel’s renewed Gaza offensive shifts focus to dismantling Hamas’ political and civil infrastructure, leveraging US support and halting humanitarian aid to weaken the terror group’s grip on power
Yossi Yehoshua | 13:53 | 03.19.25
ראש הממשלה בנימין נתניהו ונשיא ארה"ב דונלד טראמפ במסיבת העיתונאים בבית הלבן
'Pressure tactics': Israel plays part in Trump's 'gates of hell' threat
Analysis: IDF launches targeted airstrikes in Gaza to pressure Hamas on hostage releases, dismantle its governance structures and align with US efforts against Iran and Houthi threats, despite risks to captive Israelis
Ron Ben-Yishai | 12:00 | 03.18.25
Mahmoud Khalil
Let the US Jewish community address American antisemitism from both the right and left
Analysis: Arrest of Mahmoud Khalil, a pro-Palestinian student leader at Columbia University, has ignited controversy; Jewish organizations welcome the move, while progressive figures defend him, exposing divisions over rising antisemitism and free speech in the US
Dr. David Barak-Gorodetsky | 21:58 | 03.17.25
The confrontation between Netanyahu and Bar is pushing us toward a kind of civil war
Opinion: We have already reached the stage of eroded trust and defiance within the security agencies, and it will end with a different Shin Bet, a different prosecution and, eventually, a different Supreme Court and new Basic Laws; A prime minister who has lost all restraints will rule as he pleases, while an incompetent government trails behind him
Nahum Barnea | 18:49 | 03.17.25
כוחות הביטחון ב סוריה נפרסים במחוז טרטוס
Syria’s massacre of Alawites exposes the new Islamist regime's real intentions
Analysis: Ahmad Al-Sharaa was initially welcomed by the Arab world, Western capitals, and even some in Israel, projecting a polished, softer image; however, events of the past week raise critical questions on whether this misplaced Western optimism, again
Michael Milshtein | 12:31 | 03.17.25
ראש הממשלה בנימין נתניהו נפגש עם נשיא ארה"ב דונלד טראמפ בבית הלבן
Netanyahu, emboldened by Trump's 'deep state' purges, goes after Shin Bet head
Analysis: Although tensions between PM and Ronen Bar grew during the war, Netanyahu relied on allies to attack the security chief - until his meeting with U.S. president
Ynet | 11:58 | 03.17.25
Ronen Bar, Benjamin Netanyahu
Ronen Bar's successes and the failures around Oct. 7, profile
Analysis: Ronen Bar claims dismissal is politically motivated and that the prime minister was demanding personal loyalty while the Shin Bet's loyalty is to national security; Netanyahu’s allies defend the move
Ron Crissy, Yoav Zitun | 09:01 | 03.17.25
תקיפה בצנעא, תימן
After Biden's failure, Trump's Houthi offensive could reshape global power
Commentary: Biden's international coalition failed to stop Houthi attacks on maritime trade, now Trump says strikes against the rebel army will continue until they are defeated; This is a major test for his administration as China and Iran look on 
Nadav Eyal | 00:22 | 03.17.25
סוריה טבח עלווים ברחו ל בסיס רוסי
Israel has always been the 'convenient scapegoat'
Opinion: It's easier to protest against Israeli soldiers than against militias that are massacring civilians in Syria, Yemen, Iraq and around the world, because it's uncomfortable to deal with those who are truly dangerous
Lorina Khatib Kizel | 22:55 | 03.16.25
נדב ארגמן בכנס השנתי הבינלאומי ה-17 של INSS בסימן מלחמת חרבות ברזל
Ex-Shin Bet chief has to be investigated for threats against Netanyahu
Opinion: Nadav Argaman suggested in TV interview that he holds compromising information on Netanyahu and may reveal it if he deems the prime minister is acting unlawfully; this is clearly a threat or extortion and police must investigate
Netael Bandel | 09:55 | 03.16.25
תקיפה בצנעא, תימן
Unfazed by regional war, Trump challenges Iran as Houthis threaten Israel with retaliation
Commentary: Encouraged by Israel but with little intelligence support, Trump launches major offensive against Houthis, with 13 killed in Sana’a; unlike Biden, he’s unafraid of regional war; strikes, backed by Saudi Arabia, aim to secure shipping lanes and deter Iran
Ron Ben-Yishai | 23:55 | 03.15.25
רובה על דגל סודן שמחזיק איש מיליציית RSF באזור חרטום יוני קרבות
The silent genocide: Why the US must lead and Israel must act on Sudan’s crisis
Analysis: Sudan's civil war has led to ethnic genocide, mass killings and over 10 million displaced; despite clear atrocities, global powers remain largely disengaged; Sudan’s collapse threatens regional stability, fueling extremism and insecurity
Amine Ayoub | 17:37 | 03.15.25
נתניהו, ארדואן, ואבו מוחמד אל-ג'ולאני
Turkey and Israel face mounting tensions over future of post-Assad Syria
Analysis: Expert says Israel concerned about al-Sharaa and his Islamist ties and fears that his consolidated strength could pose a 'jihadist threat' along its northern border
Associated Press | 13:35 | 03.15.25
כוחות צה"ל בגבול עזה
Shall the sword devour forever? Israel’s eternal struggle for security
Opinion: Acknowledgment of Israel's need to defend against Islamic theological imperatives does not imply a rejection of diplomatic efforts or coexistence initiatives but rather a pragmatic understanding of the region’s dynamics
Dr. Jacob Rimer | 10:45 | 03.15.25
Former US President Barack Obama and Palestinian Authority Chairman Mahmoud Abbas
Concessions without talks: The risk of U.S.-Hamas engagement
Analysis: It wasn't all that long ago that the Obama administration pressured Israel into a 10-month settlement freeze, aiming to bring the Palestinian Authority to peace talks, but to no avail; Will history repeat itself?
Michael Oren | 17:20 | 03.14.25
Steve Witkoff, Benjamin Netanyahu, Khalil al-Hayya,
Netanyahu under pressure as Trump links hostage deal to his vision for a new Middle East
Analysis: Officials say Witkoff is committed to the release of all hostages but understands Netanyahu's political situation; the prime minister's refusal to proceed to phase 2 could disrupt the U.S. plan for the region that includes normalization with Saudi Arabia 
Itamar Eichner | 18:26 | 03.13.25
העדלאידע בירושלים
Joy from the darkness: How do we rejoice this year for Purim?
Opinion: Rejoicing during Purim does not mean ignoring the pain, it does not mean closing our eyes to the difficult sacrifices we make. On the contrary, it is a call to see even within the great darkness the spark of light that shines and rises 
Rabbi Shmuel Rabinowitz | 10:34 | 03.13.25
ג'וזף עאון, דונלד טראמפ, בנימין נתניהו
Weakening Hezbollah and pleasing Trump: Israel’s delicate balancing act on Lebanon border
Analysis: Talks with Beirut may lead to IDF withdrawal and border adjustments, raising security concerns; with Iranian proxy's position weakened and U.S. backing strong, Jerusalem weighs diplomacy, security guarantees and regional stability
Ron Ben-Yishai | 09:10 | 03.13.25
בית חאנון
Israel can no longer ignore Gaza’s future
Opinion: Seventeen months into war, Hamas still rules enclave, largely due to Netanyahu's refusal to discuss any realistic post-war plan; Egypt’s proposal of replacing terror group with PA-led government, is only viable path to stability and reconstruction
Ephraim Sneh | 21:12 | 03.12.25
מחזור ראשון של בוחנות תנועה סעודיות
From restrictions to reform: Women’s changing status in the Arab world
Analysis: The winds of change for women in the Gulf States and Saudi Arabia are undeniable, but there is a long way to go before there is equality in personal freedom, protection from predatory men and pay 
Smadar Perry | 18:54 | 03.12.25
ראש הממשלה בנימין נתניהו נפגש עם נשיא ארה"ב דונלד טראמפ בבית הלבן
Is Trump a partner or a landlord? The honeymoon that could still turn on Netanyahu
Analysis: As Trump pressures Israel on strategic decisions, Netanyahu finds himself increasingly subordinate to American demands, including negotiations with Lebanon and Hamas; While Trump supports Israeli interests, his dominance raises questions about whether he is a partner — or a remote shot caller 
Itamar Eichner | 11:09 | 03.12.25
כוחות הביטחון של סוריה מחסום ב לטקייה
Israel must confront the growing jihadist threat in Syria
Opinion: Despite claims of moderation, Syria’s new leadership is closely tied to extremist networks, making the country a potential springboard for attacks on Israel, region; If Israel does not take decisive action to safeguard its security, it will soon find itself facing a fortified terror network on both the Syrian and Lebanese fronts
Amine Ayoub | 01:13 | 03.12.25
צפייה משותפת בהלווייתם של שירי, אריאל וכפיר ביבס ז"ל, מכיכר החטופים
The nameless Palestinian woman: A reflection on gender and radical Islam
Hamas’ actions reveal a chilling truth: women’s bodies remain battlegrounds in their war; Shiri Bibas’ horrendous death highlights the dehumanization of women, reminding us that namelessness and disposability are still weapons of oppression
Hadar Galron | 19:38 | 03.11.25
The West Bank settlement of Itamar
West Bank annexation: Historic opportunity or a risky gamble?
Analysis: Politicians, settler leaders, and Christian advocates are calling for full sovereignty over Judea and Samaria, while critics warn of long-term political and economic consequences  
Maayan Hoffman, The Media Line | 09:29 | 03.11.25
חצי חצאים כוחות הביטחון של סוריה מחסום ב לטקייה, נשיא סוריה אבו מוחמד אל ג'ולאני
Amid serious threats, Israel is trying to shape a new reality in Syria
Analysis: Armed jihadist groups in Syria led by Ahmad al-Sharaa, Turkey's ambitions and Hamas and Islamic Jihad terrorists released from prisons threaten Israel; Israel’s three-zone strategy aims to secure the Golan Heights, deter hostile groups and establish long-term stability in the volatile region 
Ron Ben-Yishai | 00:59 | 03.11.25
הפגנה פרו פלסטינית מפגינים מחוץ ל אוניברסיטת קולומביה ב ניו יורק ארה"ב
Qatar could make up federal funds cut at Columbia U. Trump must act against foreign influence.
Qatar’s grip on the university could become even tighter, raising concerns about foreign influence in US education, particularly from a country with a track record of promoting anti-Western and anti-democratic ideologies
Amine Ayoub | 23:07 | 03.10.25
כינוס חירום של הליגה הערבית שהתקיים בקהיר, וזכה לשם "פסגת פלסטין"
Gaza’s post-war future includes Hamas, despite Israeli declarations
Analysis: US and Israel reject Arab states’ bid to revive Trump’s peace plan, as Palestinians speculate deeper Saudi-UAE ties and corporate engagement could sway Washington’s stance 
Dr. Michael Milshtein | 22:10 | 03.10.25
מחאות פרו-פלסטיניות בסידני, אוסטרליה
Is Israel ready for an immigration wave from the Land Down Under?
With rising antisemitism in Australia and a shrinking Jewish community, Israel faces a historic opportunity to welcome educated, motivated immigrants; But past failures beg the question whether Israel needs, or even wants, an immigration wave
Michael Oren | 19:55 | 03.10.25
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