Middle East
Israel’s quantum nightmare: Trump's Iran chaos brings physics into politics - opinion
While Trump does not deserve a Nobel Prize in Physics, he may deserve recognition for discovering something about the physics of political perception.
My Word: Mending fences in good faith - opinion
Why Israeli officials fear Iran-backed Hezbollah could still rearm despite Lebanon deal - exclusive
Games of chance and society in the Middle East
The strategic misjudgment of the Kurdish factor in Iran’s war - opinion
While Washington initially expressed rhetorical support for the Kurdish opposition, it later issued more cautious messages discouraging active Kurdish involvement in the conflict.
Israel is once again returning to the status of a 'mistress' in the Middle East - opinion
Israel has returned to the status of a “mistress” – a relationship acknowledged privately but concealed in public – that characterized its regional position before the Abraham Accords.
Middle East nears regional chaos again as Trump threatens Iran, Iraqi raids escalate tensions
The Jerusalem Post's must-listen news roundup with Shifra Jacobs—the top stories, clear and concise.
Two of CENTCOM's targets in weekend strikes in Hormuz were newly built by Iran, source tells 'Post'
Included in the targets were Iranian surveillance infrastructure, communications systems, air defense sites, drone storage facilities, and mine-laying capabilities.
Bahrain condemns Iran's 'systematic pattern of aggression,' calls on UN to hold Tehran accountable
The condemnation comes after Bahrain's Interior Ministry announced on X/Twitter that air raid sirens sounded across Bahrain for the second time in as many hours.
'Nothing has been canceled,' US senior official tells 'Post' over Iran talks
Tank incident that killed four soldiers was caused by explosive drone • Sources say next round of talks to be held in Doha • Lebanese President Aoun hopes US will push Israel to withdraw
Israel must seize the opportunities created by Japan's strategic awakening - opinion
Together, Japan and Israel can cooperate on issues that will define the 21st century.
JD Vance is wrong on US aid to Israel - here is what he failed to tell Americans - opinion
Vance should understand that military assistance to Israel is not a one-sided burden on the American taxpayer. He should also examine the cost of the American military presence in the Middle East.
My Word: Swiss cheese diplomacy leaves dangerous holes in Iran deal
It seems US Vice President JD Vance, the main name behind the deal, forgot that it is the loser who is meant to accept defeat, not the victor.
Gulf countries weigh next steps after Iran war amid Rubio visit to Bahrain, Kuwait, UAE
Rubio was in the UAE and then Kuwait. The visits to Kuwait, Bahrain, and the UAE are important, as these countries were attacked by Iran during the latest conflict.