Zionism

Any solution but the obvious: Israel can't rely on aliyah to fill IDF manpower shortage - opinion

The Israeli government and the army should never look to aliyah and the military service of young olim as a solution to a numerical or political problem.

|ByYIZHAR HESS
AN IDF reserve soldier reports for a military drill along the border with Lebanon and Syria.
Nefesh B’Nefesh’s Zionist Education Initiative

Nefesh B’Nefesh launches ZEI Fellowship for Jewish High School Educators

New Israel curriculum and fellowship for North American Jewish educators aims to shape the next generation of informed Zionist educators and leaders.

|ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF, IN COLLABORATION WITH NEFESH B’NEFESH
Armenian Orthodox worshippers arrive at the Church of the Nativity, in the West Bank city of Bethlehem, to celebrate Christmas and Epiphany, January 18, 2026

Patriarchs’ statement on Christian Zionism lacked pastoral care - opinon

Church leaders’ January 17 message prioritizes jurisdiction and control over empathy, dialogue, and guidance for local believers.

|ByREV. DR. PETRA HELDT/THE MEDIA LINE
Diaspora Affairs and Combating Antisemitism Minister Amichai Chikli.

Israel’s outreach to far-right nationalists driven by necessity - opinion

Israel is walking a tightrope; engaging with far-right parties might be a short-term strategic necessity, but history says it's a long-term risk.

|ByDOV MAIMON

Reuven Milon: The photographer who captured Jerusalem’s soul, one ordinary moment at a time

From milkmen to movie houses, Reuven Milon captured Jerusalem as it lived and breathed; ordinary scenes turned lasting history.

JANUARY 24, 2026ByBARRY DAVIS
A rare shot of Reuven Milon at work.

Zionism is not collapsing - it is paying the price of long neglect - opinion

October 7 did not create the crisis: It removed the insulation. What Zionism needs now is not another campaign. It requires a re-founding.

JANUARY 24, 2026ByADAM SCOTT BELLOS
A silhouette of Theodor Herzl, the founder of modern Zionism, is displayed near a flag of the state of Israel on a building in Jerusalem.

Ghetto Fighters’ House: World's first Holocaust museum keeping memory, message alive

The Ghetto Fighters’ House brings rare archival artifacts and stories to Givatayim for International Holocaust Remembrance Day, linking past resilience to today’s changing world.

JANUARY 23, 2026ByBARRY DAVIS
Janusz Korczak motivated the children in his care by giving them jolly cards.

Tainted views, distorted teaching: Should Haaretz be banned from Israeli high schools? - opinion

Education Minister Yoav Kisch requested a professional oversight unit to review complaints that highly critical Haaretz content has been included in high school exams.

JANUARY 19, 2026ByYISRAEL MEDAD
A "Haaretz" newspaper being read in the middle of Times Square.

Good news for Israel is standing tip-toe on the misty mountain tops - opinion

A 'government of change' will 'rejig priorities: money will flow to security, education, academia, hi-tech, and health and shore up the values of Zionism that reflect Israel’s raison d’etre.'

JANUARY 18, 2026ByPAMELA PELED
MK Efrat Rayten at a July press conference in the Knesset.

Jerusalem's Armenian church leaders say Christian Zionism is 'damaging,' warn of harm to unity

The statement comes after a recent report by the Council of Patriarchs and Heads of Churches in Jerusalem found “threats to Christian heritage."

JANUARY 18, 2026ByDANIELLE GREYMAN-KENNARD
Armenian Orthodox worshippers arrive at the Church of the Nativity, in the West Bank city of Bethlehem, to celebrate Christmas and Epiphany, January 18, 2026

What is Zionism? World’s most misunderstood movement still matters - opinion

Zionism has faded into symbolism, and recovering its original purpose is essential for the Jewish future.

JANUARY 18, 2026ByADAM SCOTT BELLOS
A silhouette of Theodor Herzl, the founder of modern Zionism, is displayed near a flag of the state of Israel on a building in Jerusalem.

American Jewry must stop centering its identity on Israel’s critics - opinion

American Jewish leaders risk losing a generation by centering its identity on Israel’s critics.

JANUARY 17, 2026ByGIL TROY
American and Israeli Jews [Illustrative]

This week in Jewish history: Nobel prize winners, biochemists, and the Baba Sali

A highly abridged weekly version of Dust & Stars – Today in Jewish History.

JANUARY 17, 2026BySTEVEN DRUCKER
Baba Baruch, heir of Baba Sali, speaks to prime minister Yitzhak Shamir during traditional ceremonies in Netivot, 1988.

New Israel Fund's Gitzin: Defending democracy amid growing division

Mickey Gitzin takes the helm of NIF during a turbulent time in Israel, balancing the pursuit of democracy, equality, and a vision for a peaceful future amid rising political tension.

JANUARY 16, 2026ByANDREW SILOW-CARROLL/JTA
"We're there to push the mainstream, but in order to push the mainstream, you need to be in touch with the mainstream," said Mickey Gitzin, the interim CEO of the New Israel Fund.