Peled Arbeli

Peled Arbeli is a reporter for The Jerusalem Post's Hebrew-language sister publication Maariv.


 Hostage families and supporters rally, calling for the return of the remaining 50 hostages in Hamas captivity, June 28, 2025.

Israel's negotiation strategy has collapsed, expert warns after hostage talks reach deadlock

People ride on a motorcycle as a view shows the aftermath of an Israeli strike on Evin Prison that took place on June 23, after the ceasefire between Israel and Iran, in Tehran, Iran, June 29, 2025.

No cash to spare: Reconstructing Iran after Israel war could cost $500 b., Mideast expert says

 A rally calling for the release of Israelis held hostage by Hamas terrorists in Gaza, at "Hostage Square" in Tel Aviv, July 12, 2025.

Former senior Shin Bet official: 'This is the only way Israel can bring the hostages back'


Hamas's gains and Israel's strategic loss: What has the last ceasefire taught us? - interview

In the interview with Maariv, Ofer criticized Israel's approach since Operation Gideon’s Chariots, arguing that Hamas “gets everything it wants.”

Palestinians live among the ruins of homes destroyed during an Israeli military operation in the city of Khan Yunis, in the southern Gaza Strip, July 21, 2025.

Mideast security expert: Are the Abraham Accords still a win-win? - interview

"If we look deeper, we must ask: Are these truly agreements that benefit both sides, or is Israel facing the danger that what it gives is not always reciprocated?”

 Washington DC, USA - September 15, 2020: Benjamin Netanyahu, Donald Trump, Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, and Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan attend the Abraham Accords ceremony in The White House.

Hezbollah's Radwan Unit 'unfit' to carry out large-scale invasion into Israel - analysis

According to data collected by the Alma Center, the Radwan Unit was rendered unfit, at least temporarily, to launch a large-scale invasion into northern Israel.

 Hussein, son of Wissam Tawil, a commander of Hezbollah’s elite Radwan forces who, according to the group, was killed during an Israeli strike on south Lebanon, holds his picture at a memorial ceremony to mark one week since his killing, in Khirbet Silem, southern Lebanon, January 14, 2024.

Border Police officer among four indicted for ammunition theft and trade

Tal Joseph, a Border Police officer stationed at a base in the West Bank, exploited his access to weapons and stole large quantities of 5.56 mm ammunition.

 A Border Police officer conducting operations, May 2025.

'Lack of religious directive': Why didn't Hezbollah join Iran in the war against Israel?

Expert Tal Beeri discussed how it is unknown why the religious directive had not been given, but if it were, Hezbollah would have joined the war against Israel on Iran's side.

 A woman walks past a poster with an image of late Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah in Beirut's southern suburbs, Lebanon June 23, 2025.

'This Kibbutz will rise again': Netanyahu visits Nir Oz for first time since Oct. 7

Residents of the kibbutz expressed mixed feelings, as they've invited the prime minister to visit multiple times since the massacre.

 Protestors hold a banner near the entrance to Kibbutz Nir Oz, which is located near the Israel Gaza border and was attacked by Hamas on October 7, 2023, on the day Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to visit for the first time since the October 7, 2023 attack, in Nir Oz.

No imminent threat of attack from Iran despite belligerent rhetoric, Iran expert explains

“The Iranians are currently focused on damage control, hunting down collaborators with Israel – real or imagined,” Dr. Merhavi said.

 People attend the funeral procession of Iranian military commanders, nuclear scientists and others killed in Israeli strikes, in Tehran, Iran, June 28, 2025.

Assassinating Hamas leaders: A quick fix, but not long-term strategy, expert says

The expert said that targeted assassinations of senior terror leaders can bolster recruitment of new members to groups fighting Israel.

 Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar attends a rally marking the anniversary of Land Day, in Gaza City, March 30, 2022.

Two-woman team flew IAF jet for first time ever during Iran strikes

The pairing of a female pilot and navigator on this particular flight was not pre-determined, IAF noted.

 A female air force crew member preparing to strike Iran, June 2025.

'Unfolding before our eyes': Sharaa seeks strategic partnership with Israel in a new Middle East

A Middle East expert and former general believes that Iran's weakness after the war removes obstacles to normalization with Syria and further regional partnerships.

 Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, with a map of the Middle East (Illustrative).