International

From Streicher to the 'genocide experts': Why Israel must start fighting defamation - opinion

History has warned what happens when propaganda cloaks itself in the language of law.

|ByELINA BARDACH-YALOV
A billboard in Times Square displays the message "Israel is committing genocide" as part of the campaign by Game Over Israel calling for a boycott of Israel by national soccer federations over the war in Gaza, in New York City, U.S., September 16, 2025.
IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir ahead of Israel's strike on Hamas leaders in Qatar, September 9, 2025.

IDF divided by disputes over legality of Gaza City invasion plan

Two key meetings of top IDF officials indicate that the military is going through with its Gaza City invasion plan without consensus on the legality or proper measures.

|ByYONAH JEREMY BOB
New York Times columnist, Thomas L. Friedman delivers his address after receiving his honorary doctorate from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. June 3 2007

Crying wolf: Thomas Friedman tries scaring the Jews that Israel will be isolated - again - opinion

Thomas Friedman’s predictions about Israel's global isolation long predate the war in Gaza.

|ByRAFAEL MEDOFF
CHINESE PRESIDENT Xi Jinping welcomes Russian President Vladimir Putin during a ceremony at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit in Tianjin, China, on Sunday. It is tempting to argue that fortune has been on China’s side, says the writer.

Xi’s SCO moment: Strategy or an accident of history? - opinion

Xi Jinping has sought to build an alternative pole of power by weaving together Russia’s desperation, India’s caution, and the Islamic world’s grievances.

|ByVAS SHENOY

Israel’s representation abroad: A vital use of national resources - opinion

Israel’s global relationships are an essential component of its national security.

AUGUST 27, 2025ByTOVA HERZL
ESTONIAN PRIME MINISTER Kristen Michal speaks to the media as he arrives for a NATO summit in The Hague in June. Opening an Israeli embassy in Estonia is an excellent use of money, especially now, the writer maintains.

Rafael to sell interceptors to Romania in deal worth $2.2 billion

The SPYDER system from Rafael is heading toward a €1.9 billion deal in Romania, after the Israeli company surpassed competitors from Germany and France.

JULY 6, 2025ByWALLA! MONEY
The SPYDER system

Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi to convene summit of ‘national cooperation’ on Iran

Pahlavi has been actively supporting Iranian dissidents, particularly since Israel conducted Operation Rising Lion, striking Iranian military and nuclear facilities.

JULY 2, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Reza Pahlavi, the exiled son of the last Shah of Iran, speaks during a press conference about the situation in Iran and the need to support Iranians, in Paris, France, June 23, 2025.

Iran FM Abbas Araghchi, China's ambassador discuss 25-year deal

The two officials spoke about developing relations and mutual understanding in implementing the agreement, which is several years old.

JUNE 10, 2025BySETH J. FRANTZMAN
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi speaks to the media at the UN headquarters in New York City, US, September 25, 2024

The US must halt its talks amid escalating labor strikes in Iran - opinion

Iranian domestic instability should be allowed to continue without interference from the US or rescue diplomacy.

MAY 28, 2025ByAIDIN PANAHI
MEMBERS OF Iran’s delegation leave Oman’s Embassy in Rome, where the fifth round of US-Iran talks took place last week. Engaging with the Iranian regime signals to Iranian citizens that Western governments prioritize short-term diplomatic optics over long-term political outcomes, the writer argues.

Misframing the Ethiopian crisis: A call for honest diplomacy - opinion

Comments by US Ambassador to Ethiopia Ervin Massinga reinforce dangerous narratives that fuel state-sponsored aggression.

MAY 28, 2025BySHLOMO MOLLA
Ethiopian Jews mark the Sigd holiday in Jerusalem. November 28, 2024.

Climate security: The world can’t turn inward - opinion

Inclusive dialogue and international cooperation are necessary for addressing global challenges such as climate change.

MAY 26, 2025ByZULFIYA SULEIMENOVA
KAZAKH PRESIDENT Kassym-Jomart Tokayev meets with French President Emmanuel Macron at the Élysée Palace in Paris last November. Tokayev and Macron – together with the World Bank and support from Saudi Arabia – hosted the One Water Summit last year, the writer notes.

Why Jerusalem Int'l Book Forum Prize winner Michel Houellebecq is drawn to Israel

Acclaimed French writer Michel Houellebecq accepts Jerusalem Prize at Mishkenot Sha’ananim days after visiting Kibbutz Be’eri.

MAY 20, 2025ByHANNAH BROWN
MICHEL HOUELLEBECQ at Kibbutz Be’eri last week.

Africa needs partners, not donors

Insights from the Israel-Africa Relations Institute show how strategic partnerships—not aid dependency—can unlock Africa’s vast potential.

MAY 1, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
U.S. President Donald Trump's Senior Advisor for Africa Massad Boulos addresses a press conference at the U.S. Embassy in Kigali, Rwanda April 8, 2025.

Elad Yanir wins International Bible Quiz for 2025

Israeli 10th grader Elad Yanir is a student at AMIT High School in Petah Tikva. His runner-up is Ilan Ram, who came from the Frish Yeshiva in the United States.

MAY 1, 2025ByAVIHAI CHIIM
Winner of the contest, Elad Yanir receiving his award from Israeli politicians

Pandora expands: New store opens at Gold Mall with NIS 1M investment

Pandora's 23rd store in Israel opens at Gold Mall, Rishon Lezion, featuring the new EVOKE concept. It will showcase the Spring 2025 collection alongside iconic pieces.

MARCH 15, 2025ByMEITAL SHARABI/MAARIV
Pandora Gold Mall