Israel’s airport closure: Drastic but understandable
It is impossible to hermetically seal the country – but that doesn’t mean that an effort shouldn’t be made to stop the spread of the… Read More ›
It is impossible to hermetically seal the country – but that doesn’t mean that an effort shouldn’t be made to stop the spread of the… Read More ›
Analysis: The new U.S. administration is nothing like its predecessor and Netanyahu’s insistence on sidelining the defense establishment could leave Jerusalem with little to no… Read More ›
Following outcry, Rabbi Yisroel Hager, leader of the Vizhnitz sect, says all must follow the health rules, opposes violence against police The head of… Read More ›
In-depth: Unlike his predecessor, Joe Biden will not interfere in Israel’s Knesset elections, something that could pose a problem for a prime minister used to… Read More ›
Ministers set to approve the establishment of ties with Rabat; separately, Netanyahu pushing to halt flights for 2 weeks to prevent import of coronavirus mutations… Read More ›
Analysis: Jerusalem must accept that the new occupant of the White House won’t have long, unscheduled telephone calls with Netanyahu and the Mideast conflict will… Read More ›
PM says ‘we will act with a heavy hand’ after policewoman hurt in Bnei Brak; incident comes amid near-daily clashes over enforcement of virus rules… Read More ›
Preliminary DNA sequencing of samples shows presence of mutation; meanwhile, healthcare providers to expand national vaccination drive soon to include pregnant women as coronavirus hospitalizations… Read More ›
Tony Blinken says in confirmation hearing that US commitment to Israel’s security is ‘sacrosanct,’ backs two-state solution but doubts it will happen in near future… Read More ›
Opinion: The deal between the two nations has already halted annexation and can further strengthen the position of Palestinians, foster an atmosphere of peace and… Read More ›
PM reportedly favors extending lockdown by 10-14 days; official overseeing outbreak in Haredi community says it accounts for 30% of all cases Prime Minister… Read More ›
Opinion: Normalization with Israel will advance because it responds to Arab state interests; Palestinians have already seen they cannot stop it, and it presents both… Read More ›
Health experts reported to tell cabinet infections rates will stay high even after another week of lockdown; cabinet orders all arrivals from UAE to quarantine… Read More ›
Opinion: Despite optimism over successful vaccine roll out and hopes that seriously ill cases would decline, there is much that is unknown about vaccine’s ability… Read More ›
President-elect Joe Biden wants to rejoin the deal if Tehran – which denies seeking the bomb – returns to strict compliance. Israel is revising… Read More ›
Opinion: While Israel’s nationwide vaccination campaign is a monumental success, the government’s willingness to provide U.S. drugmaker with personal data on Israelis violates its obligation… Read More ›
Towards a new era of growth, peace and stability HEAR FROM THE LEADERS OF TWO OF THE WORLD’S MOST PROGRESSIVE NATIONS Wednesday, January 13, 2021… Read More ›
New data shows 10.5% of Jerusalem residents have received the vaccine, while in Tel Aviv 19.8%; southern town of Omer takes the lead with 40%… Read More ›
According to SANA, the damages caused by the airstrike are being evaluated. Alleged Israeli airstrikes targeted sites in the Deir Ezzor region of eastern… Read More ›
Opinion: The coronavirus does not care about borders and national identities, and with both populations mingling for work or commerce, Jerusalem must make sure out… Read More ›