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Tales of tumult: Israeli authors decode war
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One tree from Kibbutz Be'eri
Opinion: No words can describe the horror the sleepy farming community endured on October 7, but one tree bore witness
Orian Chaplin
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When the war started
Mayan Rogel
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Beyond the books: the practical lessons October 7 taught me
Omri Horesh
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Almost six months ago
Lee Maman
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I worry about a cat more than the hunger in Gaza
Raanan Shaked
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These are NOT freedom fighters: Hamas endangers you too
Sarit Flein
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The case against Israel in the Hague is the ultimate blood libel
Hadar Galron
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Life in Israel during war-time
Eshkol Nevo
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Shadows of children: Israeli youngsters who returned from Hamas' tunnels
Anat Lev Adler
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Opinion
Middle East threats endanger American democracy
Opinion: Antisemitism surge across West underscores Israel's fight for entire Western democratic world; under Biden's appeasement policies, Iran has become wealthier and more aggressive, posing increasing threat to both US and Europe
Emily Schrader
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22:16 | 07.26.24
No, we're not all hostages; there are only 115 of them
Opinion: Protest sign 'We are all hostages' is a selfish expression of political motives, exploiting personal and national trauma, implying everyone is a victim of something—anything the protester opposes, in this case, the government
Naveh Dromi
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19:28 | 07.26.24
Herzl envisioned a proud and strong Jewish State, home for all Jews
Opinion: on the 120th anniversary of his death his vision for the future Jewish state is somewhat fulfilled but also forced to alter; it is clearer than ever that our journey to full equality within the family of nations is still very long
Yaakov Hagoel, Chairman, World Zionist Organization
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14:32 | 07.25.24
Netanyahu's speech was masterful - and flawed
Opinion: The prime minister's catchy speech displayed Israel as a great empire but failed to touch on matters Israelis are still facing daily including to release of hostages
Nadav Eyal, Washington
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09:22 | 07.25.24
Wiz is betting on itself instead of Google
Analysis: Cyber firm needed a good reason to decline Google's $23 billion offer, but when looking at other case studies, like Palo Alto and Waze, things become clearer
Sever Plocker
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09:57 | 07.24.24
The Democrats have staged a coup against Biden
Opinion: The Democratic Party's frantic battle to replace Biden's candidacy was pathetic, and hope now rests on Kamala Harris to weather the storm
Nadav Eyal
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22:11 | 07.22.24
Biden is last president who openly declares: 'I am a Zionist'
Biden is not beyond reproach and has had a few missteps as of late, but he was also the first to stand by Israel after October 7, and delivered a whole plethora of weapons and ammunition Israel needed to sustain the war effort
Ben-Dror Yemini
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10:24 | 07.22.24
CrowdStrike's failure marks opportunity for Israel's cybersecurity market
Analysis: After American cybersecurity's product causes unprecedented computer shutdowns across the globe, Israeli companies now have a chance to offer alternative solutions
Sophie Shulman/Calcalist
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14:04 | 07.21.24
Israel showcases long-range strike capability, hits Houthi lifeline
Commentary: Gallant coordinated the strike in Yemen with the US secretary defense, which reportedly included civilian targets, following the attack on Tel Aviv; so, where do the Iranians fit into this?
Ron Ben-Yishai
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20:32 | 07.20.24
Palestinian Authority UNRWA schools are major cause of terror incitement
Opinion: Inaction against UNRWA-issued textbooks containing extremely violent and antisemitic content perpetuates education for hate and glorification of terror
Jennifer Teale
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19:43 | 07.20.24
Gaza's next battle is crafting a post-war reality
Analysis - Discussing how to return the hostages and Israel's post-war future became intertwined; Hamas has some conditions that will allow recuperation, but Israel has the duty to take advantage of the military pressure to impose its own security agenda before diverting its attention to Hezbollah in the north
Ron Ben-Yishai
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10:09 | 07.20.24
ICJ opinion was Israel's worse case scenario
Analysis: The court gives Palestinians all they were seeking, nullifying the Oslo Accords, making an Israeli-Palestinian agreement on ending the conflict, unnecessary; will Israel now punish the PA for starting the process?
Itamar Eichner
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20:51 | 07.19.24
Drone explosion over Tel Aviv exposes IDF's major security lapse
Analysis: In stark revelation of security shortcomings, Israel's air defense systems—including radars stationed in air, on land and at sea—failed to detect hostile drone approaching Tel Aviv, one of nation's most strategic targets
Yoav Zitun
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07:24 | 07.19.24
IDF wants to establish 'Philadelphi Brigade' to control post-war Gaza
Analysis: Military's southern command formulates several plans for post-war Gaza and emphasizes that control over the corridor connecting Gaza and Egypt is critical for Israel's future
Yossi Yehoshua
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18:34 | 07.18.24
UNRWA is a terrorist organization, replacement is needed
Opinion: The UN agency with the innocent appeal has been serving Hamas’ interests, becoming a well-defined political mechanism instead of a humanitarian entity and one of the single most important sources for prolonging the Arab-Israeli conflict
Jennifer Teale
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01:01 | 07.18.24
Don't you dare turn away from photos of hostage soldiers
Opinion: The field observers were ignored and insulted, left exposed, unarmed and lacking proper training; The State of Israel owes a huge debt to these soldiers and their families: the living and the murdered, but first and foremost the hostages
Chen Artzi Sror
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12:46 | 07.17.24
Israel government's irresponsible conduct will cost in credit scores
Opinion: Netanyahu convenes meeting on next budget leaving critical position holders out while credit rating firms keep a watchful eye on promises made by Israel, but not kept
Gad Lior
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08:11 | 07.17.24
The relationship of Theodor Herzl & Max Nordau
Opinion: Something happened to Nordau at that first Zionist Congress that caused him to understand that he had the privilege of standing alongside a unique figure in Herzl; in commemoration of 120 years since Herzl's death
Dr. Yizhar Hess
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10:49 | 07.16.24
Deif's assassination: a major milestone, but is it too late?
Analysis: Assassination of Hamas military chief Mohammed Deif would mark most significant achievement since war began; however, senior military and Shin Bet officials admit action long overdue and professional shortcoming
Yossi Yehoshua
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22:30 | 07.14.24
Trump shooting sign of US moral and cultural decline
Opinion - Conspiracy theories linking both President Biden and Jews to the shooting, are a clear indicator of the country's moral decline and rampant firearms culture; Left unchecked, it could bring about utter chaos, just months before a critical election
Tzippy Shmilovitz
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13:08 | 07.14.24
Deif's assassination would deal crushing blow to Hamas' military wing
Analysis: As supreme commander, Mohammed Deif transformed small terror group into trained army capable of capturing Israeli settlements and holding hundreds of hostages; even if replaced, impact on Hamas will be significant
Avi Issacharoff
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23:19 | 07.13.24
Navigating new waters: Israel-India relations deepen at sea
Analysis: Largest buyer of Israeli military hardware should enhance naval cooperation with Jerusalem as both nations face shared maritime threats, including recent Houthi attacks on sea trade
Martin Sherman
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18:30 | 07.13.24
Under the Taliban’s auspices: ISIS and al-Qaeda gain strength after US withdrawal
Opinion: American withdrawal from Afghanistan allows local terror groups to develop their manpower and abilities to extents never seen before, prompting dangerous cooperation
Eran Lahav
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23:09 | 07.12.24
The Palestinian theater of terror
Opinion: Hamas conceals terrorist activities under guise of legitimate civil organizations and agencies; members posing as journalists or humanitarian workers are part of efforts to obscure October 7 atrocities and engage in new form of Palestinian reverse advocacy
Eran Lahav
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10:05 | 07.12.24
Many Palestinians believe the 'day after' will look like the day before October 7
Analysis: Palestinians fall into two groups: those who hate Hamas but think that under the current circumstances it is impossible to remove it from power, and those who want Hamas to stay in power because they embrace it and its extremist ideology
Khaled Abu Toameh
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23:26 | 07.11.24
Hamas wants to threaten Israel's south like Hezbollah in north
Analysis: By agreeing to relinquish governance in Gaza, terror group avoids responsibility for civilians and can dedicate resources to military aims
Ron Ben-Yishai
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16:30 | 07.11.24
The silent guardians: why Israel's data centers are critical for national security
Opinion: As the country continues to advance its high-tech industry, it's required to maintain its vast amount of data safe and away from enemy hands
Gad Benett
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21:49 | 07.10.24
Iran's hidden hand in Lebanon: what does Hezbollah really want?
Analysis: When Israel-Hamas war began, Hezbollah planned to stay out, but Iran directed Nasrallah to open another front on October 8; Tehran now forbids Hezbollah from withdrawing beyond the Litani River, seeing attrition without full-scale war as ideal
Smadar Perry
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21:48 | 07.10.24
IDF cranks up pressure in Gaza to twist Hamas' arm in truce talks
Commentary: Israel convinced military pressure led Yahya Sinwar to agree to current cease-fire framework, an assessment reinforced by distress messages from operatives on the ground and a series of unusual statements from Hamas
Ron Ben-Yishai
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22:50 | 07.08.24
Boycotting Pink Floyd over Roger Waters' stupidity may be short-sighted
Opinion: Pink Floyd's music has delighted Israeli audiences for decades, with some of their hits remaining timeless; should the anti-Israel remarks of an incoherent octogenarian be reason enough to deprive ourselves of the joy of listening to their albums?
Amir Schwartz
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22:18 | 07.08.24
When Bibi meets Joe: Country is important to the leaders but ego even moreso
Opinion: In two weeks, Netanyahu will fly to Washington and meet Biden, and the distance between the two in their current political state is smaller than is commonly thought; Both cling to power as if the government could not do without them; Both are addicted to polls but internalize only what is convenient; Both do not meet the job requirement, though for different reasons
Nahum Barnea
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14:53 | 07.08.24
Where hostage negotiations stand and Israel's non-negotiables
Analysis: While ceasefire talks advancing, critical issues remain that could jeopardize any agreement, incluing end to war, potential presence of Israeli troops in Gaza and control over aid, which will determine governance in Gaza
Ron Ben-Yishai
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08:26 | 07.08.24
The Israeli spirit is unmatched anywhere
Opinion: So many people here are willing to put everything aside, sacrifice their businesses and livelihoods, their family lives, vacations and holidays; they are ready, without hesitation, to lay down their lives for others, and this means one thing: We have the best people in the world here
Amichai Attali
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00:05 | 07.08.24
No illusions about Hezbollah's response to high-ranking general's assassination
Opinion: Abu Neamah deserved to die long ago; IDF knew retaliation cost but is it worth 200 rockets and drones on north? A successor will rise; why not respond forcefully or target heavy rocket depots instead?
Yossi Yehoshua
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20:37 | 07.06.24
A gentle tap on the roof: addressing Israel's reliance on US military aid
Opinion: Overreliance could be traced back to policy decisions influenced by Obama administration's restrictions on spending US aid; Israel must adopt proactive problem-solving strategies to regain strategic independence and improve national security
Joel Fishman
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16:57 | 07.06.24
Israel's Generation Z is more than meets the eye
Opinion: While Gen Z social media antics might raise suspicions about Israel's upcoming generation, a closer look reveals children raised to believe in democracy, freedom, friendship and peace; there's more reason for hope than ever before
Oren Bar-Ner
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09:21 | 07.06.24
IDF prepares for new complex reality in Gaza
Analysis: Expected hostage release deal calls IDF's plan to continue fighting and hold Gaza perimeter into question; Israel fears goal of replacing Hamas will be derailed
Ron Ben-Yishai
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02:36 | 07.06.24
The NYT is applying pressure on Israel to agree to a cease-fire
Opinion: NYT article tries to pressure Israel into accepting cease-fire, similar to Israeli 'security officials' on Israeli media and American officials' interests
Atar Porat
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21:27 | 07.05.24
Shin Bet chief crossed the line into politics as he warned of an attack
Analysis: Bar believed Israel's enemies saw the societal fracture brought by Netanyahu's legislative push to overhaul the judiciary as an opportunity to strike; In a meeting with leaders from the left and the right he pushed for a unity government
Nir (Shoko) Cohen
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13:34 | 07.05.24
IDF must keep a permanent presence in the Gaza Strip
Opinion: Only a military occupation and sustained control of Hamas strongholds like Jabalia and Shejaiya, can prevent the terrorists from regrouping and lead to relative stability in the area
Dr. Omer Dostri
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09:55 | 07.05.24
Cutting through the noise, here are ground truths from Gaza
Analysis: Senior commanders and security officials assert view military achievements in Gaza as opportunity to secure hostage deal; contrary to New York Times claims, they don't support continuation of Hamas rule
Ron Ben-Yishai
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14:51 | 07.03.24
The disastrous idea of an omnipotent army
Opinion: The nation that defeated seven armies, reclaimed its holy sites in six days and boasts the Middle East's strongest military struggles to protect its citizens, hostages and soldiers; it's time to recognize the limits of power
Nissim Douek
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07:32 | 07.03.24
Internal Israel strife only boosts Hezbollah's morale
Opinion: Our enemies are watching us with great delight, relishing every moment of Israeli rift; they are waiting for the opportune moment, and it seems we have learned nothing at all
Nir (Shoko) Cohen
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17:56 | 07.02.24
Amid the rise of the French extreme left and right, Jews are the ones losing
Opinion: The pressing question now is, what do the Jews fear more—the far-left violence under Mélenchon or the far-right threat under Le Pen? Regardless of who triumphs in Sunday's runoff, the outcome spells troubling times for French Jews
Ben-Dror Yemini
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14:37 | 07.02.24
Israel's failure in October stems from reliance on technology
Opinion: Israeli leadership focused on immediate deterrence of Hamas through technological means instead of addressing the fundamental issues of the conflict
Eva Berger
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21:24 | 07.01.24
'We made a mistake by not including Lebanon in the war'
Analysis: Hezbollah and Lebanon are starting to realize a full-scale war against Israel would be devastating to the country, while the IDF regrets not acting against the threat sooner; A broad campaign will likely set off a regional war with Iran and its proxies, and needs US backing
Yossi Yehoshua
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12:43 | 06.30.24
Yes to life in spite of everything, and especially now
Opinion: Here’s a hopeful question everyone can ask themselves: What would you like to say about this period of time in 10 years? can we ask what small things can we do to build a better life?
Judith Katz
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08:46 | 06.29.24
We're fine with students shunning Google, Amazon over Israel ties
Opinion: While the campaign for Israel's reputation is crucial, anti-Israel students boycotting companies is not the most terrible outcome of antisemitism
Dr. Amit Serusi
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19:31 | 06.28.24
An opportunity for sustainable development in Israel
Opinion: adopting the financial model that was in use during Israel's first years could help fund sustainable development of the state's war-inflicted regions
Prof. Yehuda Kahana, Yael Ifargan Gini
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18:26 | 06.28.24
Israel's friend in the East: Taiwan has stepped up since October 7
Analysis: Israel and Taiwan share a deep bond, both steadfastly defending democracy and liberty despite being surrounded by authoritarian neighbors
Anna Mahjar-Barducci
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23:34 | 06.27.24
Reprimands make for poor foreign policy
Opinion: Israel would do well to consider the interests and sensitivities of countries like Armenia, whose support it expects; Jerusalem should show initiative and maintain good ties with the world rather than telling everyone off
Tova Herzl
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13:13 | 06.27.24
The ultra-Orthodox will not compromise on draft bill at the cost of leaving the coalition
Analysis: Knesset members and Haredi ministers do not decide anything on the issue of drafting the ultra-Orthodox; Those who decide whether the ultra-Orthodox will leave the coalition are the Haredi leaders who decide according to 'daat Torah'
Yanki Farber
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21:06 | 06.25.24
Biden aims to deter Hezbollah, supports Israel
Analysis: While Israel's War Cabinet hesitates on launching war against Hezbollah, the Biden administration in a clear message says it will support the IDF in Lebanon should aggressions continue
Ron Ben Yishai
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15:45 | 06.23.24
Security officials concerned over eruption of West Bank violence
Analysis: The IDF cracks down on refugee camps resulting in thousands of arrests and hundreds killed; Military hopes to keep flames contained so focus can remain on Israel's northern and Southern borders
Elisha Ben Kimon
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11:38 | 06.23.24
Four opportunities and one danger: insights after the Iranian attack
Opinion: While the Iranian attack against Israel failed, its implications could put the entire Middle East and the world in danger if left unanswered
Brigadier General (res) Amir Avivi
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17:19 | 06.22.24
Will AI be used by terrorists? The new rising threat of AI in conflict
Opinion: Jihadi terrorists were early adopters of such developing technologies from the very beginning – as part of their belief that they should use Western advancement to defeat the West
Eran Lahav
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13:01 | 06.22.24
Radical Islam will not stop with annihilation of Jews
Opinion: As the world buys into the false narrative spread about Israel's fight in Gaza, Jihadists set their eyes on the West buying influence in politics and universities while the IDF fights the murderous Hamas
Boaz Frenkel
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08:34 | 06.22.24
The Biden White House is gaslighting Israel into defeat
Opinion: Instead of standing by Israel and supporting its war objectives, the Biden administration sacrifices Israeli interests by gaslighting the Israeli people and leadership
Atar Porat
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22:43 | 06.21.24
While civilian death toll in Gaza high, Israel's war is for its very existence
Opinion: If there was ever a just war, it is bound up in Israel’s stated goal to dismantle Hamas’ military capability, a legitimate response to the wanton slaughter of more than 1,200 Israelis on October 7
Alfred H. Moses
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23:43 | 06.20.24
Israel trapped in severe crisis; only way out is decisive victory
Opinion: Israel's third-longest continuous war in history in Gaza means IDF fighting has become ineffective and inefficient; Israel's only chance to solve its current crisis is to land a decisive victory
Dan Zamansky
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20:15 | 06.20.24
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