Journalism

Israel's ban on unsupervised reporters in Gaza causes strategic harm to legitimacy - report

A new think tank report posits that "even extensive efforts to reduce collateral damage can lead to a loss of diplomatic support if the information environment is not actively managed."

Palestinians walk past the rubble of residential buildings destroyed during the war, in the northern Gaza Strip, January 6, 2026.
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Press watchdog: Israel still blocking independent foreign reporting in Gaza despite ceasefire

A supporter of Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro carry his portrait during a rally outside the National Assembly in Caracas on January 5, 2026.

Over a dozen media workers detained in Venezuela, national press association says

The Free Press' Honestly with Bari Weiss (L) hosts Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R) presented by Uber and X on January 17, 2025 in Washington, DC

'The New York Times' tried to cancel Bari Weiss. Now she's running CBS - comment


Ruth Marks Eglash: Unmatched storyteller with an international career in journalism

Behind the Bylines: Ruth has enjoyed an international career in journalism and is now the Editor-in-Chief of The Jerusalem Report, where she uses her unrivalled ability to engage audiences.

Ruth Marks Eglash is seen a Kibbutz Be'eri after the October 7 massacre.

David Brinn: Stepping back from the news after 30 years at 'The Jerusalem Post' - opinion

The Post has been my home for over three decades, and I’m immensely proud of the service that we provide and the dedication that the staff demonstrates on a daily basis.

Senior Editor David Brinn is seen in his office.

New judiciary procedure tightens rules on photography in court buildings

The procedure accompanies a recently passed amendment that restricts the photographing and publication of identifying images of suspects held in custody before an indictment is filed.

Lawyers and police investigators arrive for a court hearing in a major corruption case involving senior officials from the Histadrut at the Rishon Lezion Magistrate's Court November 3, 2025

‘The Jerusalem Post’: 93 years of influential journalism – Part 2

Members of our web team discuss the articles they believe have made the strongest impact on public conversation, policy, society, and more.

THE PHYSICAL and metaphorical heart of the newsroom, the Breaking News Desk works during a major news event. From left: Assistant Managing Editor Aaron Reich, Alex Winston, Shir Perets, and the back of intern Esther.

What to watch in Israel: Crime drama on Jewish-Arab life and a pop culture phenomenon

TV Time: More than just drama: "Jaffa" and "The Zaguris" dive into the heart of the Jewish-Arab conflict, bringing the friction of Israeli reality to the small screen.

NETA ROTH in ‘Jaffa.’

Media legend Avi Meller’s death dims lights of Israel’s sporting arenas

Avi’s on-screen eloquence, even in Hebrew, was clearly shaped by his affinity for British commentators and broadcasters, and Israeli sports viewers highly appreciated it.

THE WRITER (right) sharing a drink and a smile with Avi Meller in the UK ambassador’s residence in Ramat Gan in 2012 at an event to promote the London Olympics.

Israel must create a civilian public diplomacy corps now - comment

The IDF will keep doing what only it can do. But Israel needs civilians to do what only civilians can do: explain the country in a way that is believable and not based on a uniform.

An illustration of a spokesperson's stand with the Israel flag in the background.

'60 Minutes' segment on Trump's deportations, CEGOT mega-prison leaks after being pulled by CBS

CBS pulled a “60 Minutes” report on El Salvador’s mega-prison hours before air, sparking claims of political censorship and debate over government influence on journalism.

The CBS Broadcast Center stands in Manhattan on September 13, 2018 in New York City.

Israel's Army Radio was an exception to the global military broadcasting standard - comment

Many democracies do have military broadcasting, but it is typically aimed at serving troops, often overseas, not operating as a mainstream competitor in the domestic news ecosystem.

An Israeli soldier serving at Galei Tzahal (Army Radio) holds a microphone in Jerusalem, December 22, 2025.

FPA welcomes Israel's High Court move to curb delays on journalists' entry to Gaza

The FPA has repeatedly requested access to Gaza since June, but permission was denied by the state, citing security concerns.  

AL JAZEERA journalist Anas Al-Sharif, killed in an Israeli strike last week, reports in Gaza City in 2024.

'Not used to this': Sydney editor describes newsroom shock

Ben English, editor-in-chief of the Daily Telegraph, described a city and a staff running on adrenaline, confronting a type of violence many Australians never expected to see on their own shoreline.

RABBI LEVI WOLFF lights a menorah at Bondi Pavilion to honour the victims of a shooting during a Jewish holiday celebration at Bondi Beach, in Sydney, Australia, December 15, 2025.