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Lebanon's president refuses talks, Iran stockpiles cause concern

The Jerusalem Post's must-listen news roundup with Shifra Jacobs—the top stories, clear and concise. 

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun attends a joint press conference with French President Emmanuel Macron, at the Elysee Palace in Paris, France, March 28, 2025.
PLO chairman Yasser Arafat (L) waves with prime minister Yitzhak Rabin (R) and US president Bill Clinton after the signing of the Israeli-PLO peace accord, at the White House in Washington, in 1993. Israel was forced into Oslo to reduce international isolation, and it backfired, the author notes.

Israel’s shift from seeking approval to shaping global narrative - opinion

Hezbollah terrorists march in the funeral of senior terrorist Haytham Ali Tabatabai, others killed in IDF airstrike, in Beirut, November 24, 2025; illustrative.

Why the US must prioritize Hezbollah in the Iran deal - opinion

As Israel resumes daily life, the threat of renewed conflict with Iran and Hezbollah grows

Are we going back to war? The shocking truth behind the fragile ceasefire


Dozens arrested in NYC during protests against US support for Israel

Dozens were detained in NYC on Monday during protests against US arms sales to Israel. Among those arrested was Chelsea Manning, calling for an end to US military support for Israel.

People march during a protest against US and Israel strikes against Iran, amid the US-Israel conflict with Iran, in New York City, US, March 7, 2026.

Turkish FM makes bold claims against Israel, Iran ceasefire hanging by a thread

The Jerusalem Post's must-listen news roundup with Shifra Jacobs—the top stories, clear and concise.

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan arrive for a joint press conference at the Presidential Palace in Ankara, Turkey, February 4, 2025.

Will the Israeli brain solve the energy crisis? New Israel–Japan tech collaboration

NetZero Ventures and NGLI are building a tech bridge to help Japanese corporations adopt Israeli energy and climate innovations, turning academic research into start-ups tailored to market needs.

From right to left – Shmuel Kedmi, CEO of NetZero Ventures, and Yoko Yamaguchi, Business Development Manager at NGLI.

Ben-Gvir expands gun access to Caesarea, home of Sara and Yair Netanyahu

Among the newly included locations are Caesarea, where members of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s family reside, as well as Arad, Rosh Pinna, and a series of communities in the Upper Galilee.

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, November 3, 2025.

Beersheba court sentences two caregivers for abuse of toddlers in daycare

Two caregivers in Beersheba were sentenced to prison after being convicted of repeatedly abusing toddlers, with the court stressing the betrayal of trust and lasting harm to the children.

Illustration photo of a toddler kindergarten.

High Court releases names of Israeli brothers indicted for selling AI-generated info. to Iran

The two brothers were charged last month with transferring mostly false, AI-generated information to Iranians in exchange for tens of thousands of shekels.

Meir Nahum, one of two brothers who were indicted for conducting espionage on behalf of Iranian agents.

What can the IDF learn from Ukraine about emerging Hezbollah FPV threat? - comment

Hezbollah is increasingly deploying FPV explosive drones against IDF forces, drawing on tactics seen in Ukraine, raising concerns over Israel’s preparedness for the evolving threat.

 A drone carries a Hezbollah flag, May 21, 2023

Hamas position on disarmament to be determined this week, source tells 'Post'

During a recent Israeli security cabinet meeting, several ministers called for military action against central Gaza camps if Hamas refuses to disarm.

Hamas terrorists gather during a public event in Khan Younis, Gaza, on February 1, 2025.

Approximately 120 Holocaust survivors made aliyah during Gaza war, but numbers dropping

According to the Aliyah Ministry, the decrease in immigration of Holocaust survivors is due to the increasing difficulty in moving to the country at an advanced age.

People visit at the Hall of Names at the Yad Vashem Holocaust Memorial museum in Jerusalem on April 12, 2026, ahead of Israeli Holocaust Remembrance Day.

Gov’t secretary claims chief of staff Zamir backs haredi draft bill at High Court, IDF denies

Despite Government Secretary Yossi Fuchs statement alleging Zamir’s support for Bismuth’s bill, IDF sources have made it clear that they deeply disapprove of the legislation.

Cabinet Secretary Yossi Fuchs seen at the Knesset, in Jerusalem, July 14, 2025