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Israel hopes Omicron reached its peak, but is it just darkness before dawn?

Opinion: Country entered latest COVID infection wave with a lot of uncertainty but a lot of hope; hope, however, is not a policy, and although health experts warned us, government chose to ignore them and rushed to introduce populist and dangerous rules

Nadav Eyal , 00:02, 01.27.22

Israel must start preparing for 6th COVID wave

Opinion: The pandemic is not behind us, no matter how much the government would like us to believe its end is nigh; in order to go back to our daily routine, government must boost our health and education systems ahead of future virus waves

Sarit Rosenblum , 23:28, 01.24.22

Israelis still believe in IDF but criticism is mounting

Analysis: Public's level of trust in military has reached a record low of 78% in 2021, as residents worry whether ‘people’s army’ can remain example of nation’s melting pot where all social strata, ethnic and religious groups are mixed

The Media Line , 23:36, 01.22.22

Israel's alternative to two-state solution is apartheid regime

Opinion: Most Israelis don't understand true meaning of being an apartheid state, which Israel may become if it continues turning away from two-state solution and shunning Palestinian leadership, which is still committed to Oslo Accords

Michael Harari , 19:29, 01.22.22

Netanyahu plea agreement could lead to collapse of Israel’s government

Analysis: Current coalition made up of eight different parties from across political spectrum, and it derives its existence from Netanyahu's continued presence in opposition and political life, but this could end if a deal barring him from Knesset is reached

The Media Line , 09:18, 01.22.22

Israel must solve its mental health pandemic

Opinion: Psychologists and social workers report increasing number of people suffering from anxiety, depression, eating disorders and addiction caused by consequences of COVID pandemic; but they wait months and years to receive treatment

Hadar Gil-Ad , 23:27, 01.21.22

Why peace with Israel’s neighbors depends on cultural diplomacy

Opinion: Abraham Accords had an amazing impact on business and tourism, but UAE's Ras Al Khaimah Fine Arts Festival is a chance to showcase commonality between Jewish state and our neighbors through medium of art

The Media Line , 13:43, 01.21.22

Netanyahu's public legal fund should be used to help Israel's poor

Opinion: It's a disgrace Holocaust survivors are expected to survive on chicken feed and are unable to shield themselves from the cold while large sums are being collected for a former premier who is worth NIS 50 million

Limor Livnat , 23:55, 01.20.22

Use of NSO spyware proves Israeli democracy closer than ever to demise

Opinion: Police's alleged use of Pegasus malware against civilians is a nightmare come true - irresponsible corporate interests working hand in hand with a corrupt institution - proving Israel is much more like its neighbors than it seems

Einav Schiff , 23:29, 01.19.22

Israeli elites bartered Netanyahu's conviction for plea deal

Opinion: While a plea deal with former premier may serve to mend divide plaguing Israel's society and its political system, it will also set a dangerous precedent and deprive public of a resolution that would restore trust in justice system

Nadav Eyal , 23:41, 01.18.22

Netanyahu's potential plea deal is the lesser of two evils

Opinion: Former prime minister's corruption trial has eroded public's trust in the rule of law - perhaps irreversibly; so that is why a plea deal is almost a necessity if we wish to rebuild the broken trust and mend the rift in our society

Ben-Dror Yemini , 23:58, 01.17.22

Addressing the root causes behind Israel's COVID-19 crisis

Opinion: Israel has been handling COVID-19 like a disease rather than a full-blown national crisis, wasting precious time in doing so and once more proving — when you get the questions wrong, the answers are also irrelevant

Giora Eiland , 23:46, 01.15.22

Pandemic unmasks mental health issues plaguing Israeli public

Analysis: COVID crisis changed our perception on mental health and increased public awareness; still, most who report suffering from pandemic-induced mental problems don't treat it due to high cost or stigma

Dr. Hila Hadas , 13:55, 01.15.22

IDF's subpar equipment endangers soldiers' lives

Opinion: Series of recent purchasing deals show defense establishment has no clear plan for maintaining qualitative advantage and up to date machinery, with officials remaining mum on issue to save themselves from ire of public

Alex Fishman , 18:50, 01.14.22

Experts are confident Israel’s economy can endure Omicron onslaught

Analysis: Despite widespread optimism, government appears to have no plan of active if current COVID wave was to last longer than expected, and forecasts will remain uncertain until infection surge peaks

The Media Line , 13:46, 01.14.22

Israel once again leaves its elderly high and dry in the face of COVID

Opinion: Without any assistance against the Omicron variant, Israel condemns the weakest in society to a life of poverty and deprivation; It is time to admit it: senior citizens in this country are not allowed to live in dignity

Hadar Gil-Ad , 23:27, 01.13.22

Israeli public finds itself on its own in this virus wave - and it's okay

Opinion: Although the government instructed the public on what it can and cannot do during previous waves of coronavirus, Omicron brings different challenges and should keep Israelis at home on a voluntary basis

Yossi Erblich , 23:18, 01.12.22

Israel must shut down its schools now!

Opinion: Efforts to keep education system open at all cost have resulted in more and more students becoming infected with coronavirus; state must recognize reality and immediately send children home to study remotely, until a better solution is found

Moshe Bar Siman-Tov , 23:37, 01.11.22

Bennett's handling of COVID proves he's prime minister in title only

Opinion: Although he's not facing potential prison time like his predecessor, PM lacks political power over his coalition, to dictate tough policy needed to fight pandemic and calm Israeli public amid Omicron spread

Einav Schiff , 23:41, 01.10.22

Even with a mass COVID infection model, Israel still needs a plan

Opinion: Despite what some may think, government's current pandemic policies weren't reached without discussions, and are a result of a calculation of risks; but leaders must not relinquish responsibility for public's safety

Nadav Eyal , 23:38, 01.09.22

Israel lost a battle against Omicron, but may still win the war

Opinion: Current fight against infection wave of highly contagious strain of coronavirus should not be considered unwinnable; Israel can still fight back and regain control of pandemic with 3 easy steps

Sever Plocker , 23:32, 01.08.22

In hopes of postponing next war, Israel lets Gazans back in after 15 years

Analysis: When Second Intifada broke out in 2000, it resulted in a significant reduction in number of work permits issued to Gazans; as unemployment in Hamas-controlled enclave exceeds 50%, Jerusalem eases restrictions for Gazan merchants

The Media Line , 18:22, 01.08.22

Lebanon may be growing tired with Hezbollah

Analysis: With legislative elections coming up soon, experts say it's unlikely that political leaders will switch political alliances now, but they can't ignore that Lebanese public is tired of failing economy and endless inter-political fights

The Media Line , 18:13, 01.08.22

Israel's zigzagging pandemic policy is only causing more chaos

Opinion: It seems the government, which had so successfully dealt with the Delta variant and managed to hold off the Omicron strain for a while, is now failing to agree on a common plan, leaving the public to their own devices

Noam Barkan , 23:34, 01.07.22

Iranian attacks aim to challenge Israel’s cyber prowess

Analysis: Experts say while most cyberattacks emanating from Iran haven't been very damaging, they can't be ignored; in coming year more attacks targeting Israel’s critical infrastructure will likely be made as cyberwar intensifies

The Media Line , 19:16, 01.07.22

Ultra-Orthodox can't stay in denial over sex abuse in their community

Opinion: Rabbinical leaders who seek to whitewash crimes of sexual predator and popular author Haim Walder, claiming his accusers are responsible for his suicide, are committing a sin, which may bring an end to their hegemony

Yedidia Stern , 15:07, 01.07.22

Israel's current COVID policy will lead to more illness

Opinion: By promoting less reliable tests, lifting travel restrictions and adjusting quarantine regulations, ministers opt for a semblance of normality, while gambling with public health amid spread of highly contagious Omicron strain

Nadav Eyal , 23:10, 01.06.22

Israel shall not surrender and accept outcome of Omicron wave

Opinion: After stocking up on enough vaccines for entire population, government seems to believe its role in pandemic fight is over; however, other necessary steps to minimize potential damage must be made to avoid lethal end-result

Moshe Bar Siman Tov , 23:38, 01.05.22

In hunger-striking Palestinian, Islamic Jihad bent Israel to its whim

Analysis: Hisham Abu Hawash release after 140 days of fasting, following threats of violence by Gaza's terror factions, raises questions about long-term strategy and reexamination of administrative detentions all together

Elior Levy , 17:52, 01.05.22

Israel cannot wash its hands off responsibility for public health

Opinion: As the fast spreading Omicron threatens hospitals and previously unaffected children, ministers must decide on tougher policies, including lockdown with consequent financial compensation to businesses

Nadav Eyal , 23:35, 01.04.22