Opinion
ירון לישינסקי ובת זוגתו שרה מילגרים נרצחו בפיגוע הירי בוושינגטון
A line drawn in blood: The deadly cost of Jewish leadership failure
Opinion: From BDS to Hamas, from campuses to Congress, a 20-year timeline of warnings ignored—ending in the murder of two young Israeli embassy workers in the US capital; it is high time to dismantle failed institutions and build a future rooted in strength and preparedness
Adam Scott Bellos | 21:01 | 05.23.25
ראש הממשלה נתניהו עם האלוף זיני, ראש השב"כ החדש
Netanyahu's Shin Bet chief pick undercuts legal system, further eroding trust
Opinion: Maj. Gen. David Zini brings little experience in intelligence or counterterrorism and would face a steep learning curve; with public trust in Shin Bet on the line, will his loyalty lie with the prime minister or the law?
Ron Ben-Yishai | 15:38 | 05.23.25
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IDF plans to confine Hamas control to small area in Khan Younis
Analysis: Senior commanders say Hamas must be pressured into a ceasefire, recognizing no other options; as the offensive continues, IDF officials warn that internal political strife could undermine battlefield gains
Yossi Yehoshua | 12:09 | 05.23.25
וושינגטון
The writing is on the wall, but no one is reading it
Opinion: Brutal killing of two Israeli embassy staff in Washington exposes pattern of ignored warnings and rising antisemitic incitement, requiring immediate action and dedicated body to monitor and combat global threats against Jews
Dr. Raheli Baratz | 17:53 | 05.22.25
העיר עזה
Time is running out, Israel must seek new paths to end war
Opinion: Arab mediators and US must step up pressure on both Israel and Hamas to make concessions, and push for an international commission to dismantle Gaza’s tunnel networks and heavy weapons, as was done in Lebanon
Ron Ben-Yishai | 14:46 | 05.22.25
ראש הממשלה נתניהו במסיבת עיתונאים
Mr. Prime Minister, this was no mob in flip-flops
Opinion: Testimonies from the October 7 massacre challenge Netanyahu’s portrayal of Hamas as disorganized, revealing a level of military planning, and a failure of Israeli preparedness
Nadav Eyal | 12:37 | 05.22.25
ראש הממשלה בנימין נתניהו מגיע לפגישתו עם דונלד טראמפ בבית הלבן
Israel faces strategic collapse amid Middle East reshuffle, US policy shifts
Opinion: A regional explosion is looming, a new Middle East is knocking at our door — yet Netanyahu’s government remains driven by a messianic, extremist vision that carries a heavy price
Avi Kalo | 09:59 | 05.21.25
Britain, France and Canada’s lifeline to Hamas is a dangerous blunder
Opinion: As terror group teeters on collapse, joint Western statement opposing Israel’s military operations offers them renewed hope—undermining Israeli security, encouraging jihadist violence and betraying the very cause of peace
Richard Kemp | 22:10 | 05.20.25
פעילות כוחות החטיבה הצפונית ברצועת עזה
A message to the troops in Gaza: Our sons did not fall in vain
Opinion: From within the grief, from the abyss that will never be filled, I write to you — members of the government, the chief of staff, and IDF soldiers — with a clear message: you must complete the mission
Yehoshua Shani | 10:18 | 05.19.25
הפגישה של נשיא ארה"ב דונלד טראמפ עם נשיא סוריה אחמד א-שרע ובן סלימאן
Trump's Gulf tour reshapes Middle East diplomatic map
Analysis: Trip signals dramatic realignment, elevating Sunni powers and sidelining Israel, as Netanyahu’s refusal to support a Gaza ceasefire and opposition to Iran talks strains ties with Washington        
Reuters | 19:56 | 05.18.25
יובל רפאל מישראל באירוויזיון, 2025
Eurovision vote reflects public’s growing disillusionment with Palestinian narrative
Opinion: Despite protests and officials' posturing, average person sees reality differently: violent, indiscriminate antisemitism against Jews and Israelis by radical Islamists and far left
Zeev Avrahami | 17:24 | 05.18.25
בנימין נתניהו ודונלד טראמפ בחדר הסגלגל
Israel can say thanks but no thanks to US if willing to pay the price
Opinion: Surprises are Trump's way of conducting policy, both domestic and foreign, but Israel must prepare diplomatic contingency plans for any sudden shift in American policy after US president's decision on Iran, Houthis, Saudis and Hamas 
Michael Oren | 12:48 | 05.18.25
אדריכלות
Solar Peace: Why UAE-Israel renewable alliance deserves strategic continuity
Opinion: In a region long shaped by oil and conflict, a different form of power is emerging — solar, not petroleum; cooperation, not confrontation
Amine Ayoub | 19:40 | 05.17.25
נשיא ארה"ב טראמפ במטוס אייר פורס 1 בתום ביקורו במזרח התיכון המראה מ אבו דאבי
Trump’s Middle East masterstroke: What Biden and Obama never dared to do
Analysis: There are moments in geopolitical history when the map gets redrawn not by war, but by willpower; Donald Trump’s whirlwind tour of the Middle East this week—spanning Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the unthinkable diplomatic resurrection of Syria—is one of those moments
Adam Scott Bellos | 23:07 | 05.16.25
הפגנה נגד המהפכה המשפטית בקפלן, תל אביב
Israel must again find unity in the division
Opinion: Current divisions are not new in Israel's short history but despite profound disagreements, we all work for the good of the country
Rabbi Daniel Rowe | 11:12 | 05.16.25
הפגנה פרו-פלסטינית לקראת ציון שנה למלחמה ב רומא איטליה
Oh, Italia amore mio—why are you letting me down?
Opinion: Since the Oct. 7 massacre, anti-Israel protests and antisemitism have surged, and although some claim they do not represent most Italians, the majority remains silent; the country I love leaves me looking on with growing concern
Daniel Bettini | 08:36 | 05.16.25
נשיא ארה"ב דונלד טראמפ
Israel is approaching the day when it can't say 'no' to the US
Opinion: U.S.-Israel relations fracture under Trump as diplomatic blows mount, forcing a crisis over lost leverage, fractured unity and a future where defiance of Washington is no longer an option
Akiva Lam | 22:42 | 05.15.25
רג'פ טראיפ ארדואן , הפגישה של נשיא ארה"ב דונלד טראמפ עם נשיא סוריה אחמד א-שרע ובן סלימאן
Trump’s gift to Erdoğan and the new demands on Syria’s president | Behind the historic meeting
Analysis: After the historic Riyadh summit, Turkey's Erdoğan emerges as the biggest winner from al-Sharaa's rise—poised to earn billions, repatriate refugees and expand military influence; Meanwhile, Trump hails the ex-jihadist wearing a suit and softens demands on Damascus—once again sidelining Israel from key decisions
Ron Ben-Yishai | 21:52 | 05.14.25
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What comes next in Gaza? Five key implications of Israel’s renewed offensive
Analysis: As Israel prepares for what could be its final ground operation against Hamas, five critical factors—military control, diplomatic fallout, hostage strategy, legal risks and the draft bill—will shape the outcome and aftermath of the war
Gadi Ezra | 13:48 | 05.14.25
מוחמד סינוואר
Eliminating the most dangerous man in Gaza is not the end of Hamas
Opinion: Even if Mohammed Sinwar was assassinated, it’s a moral blow at most; It may speed up talks, but dismantling Hamas’ military wing would take a years-long military campaign, as tactical kills alone won’t defeat the terror group
Avi Issacharoff | 07:23 | 05.14.25
נשיא ארה"ב דונלד טראמפ עם יורש העצר מוחמד בן סלמאן בסעודיה
Trump’s Middle East gamble: Why sidelining Israel empowers Iran and Hamas
Opinion: Lifting sanctions off Iran and making deal with Hamas would only cause more ruin and destruction in the world, spreading from the Middle East to the West
Ben Dror Yemini | 13:29 | 05.13.25
דונלד טראמפ מדבר בהצהרה שנתן על שחרורו של עידן אלכסנדר
The age of shortcut leadership: What Trump teaches us about power, influence—and the cost of performance
Opinion: In a world captivated by charisma and conflict, Trump and Churchill embody two clashing visions of leadership—one built on legacy, the other on spectacle
Lior Gross | 09:34 | 05.13.25
דונלד טראמפ ובינמין נתניהו
US determined to end Gaza War: 'Netanyahu cannot refuse Trump'
Analysis: Officials intensify efforts to bring fighting in the enclave to an end through hostage releases and a phased ceasefire framework, testing Hamas’ willingness to negotiate and PM’s political flexibility
Itamar Eichner, Idan Bloemhof | 08:10 | 05.13.25
מנהיג איראן עלי חמינאי נאום טהרן
Stopping Iran’s nuclear program: Negotiations or military action
Opinion: Israel must monitor both Iran’s formal talks and behind-the-scenes moves, press the US respectfully and professionally for a strong deal and keep military options ready in full coordination with Washington
Itay Medina | 21:23 | 05.12.25
US deal to release Edan Alexander without Israeli involvement could prove fruitful
Analysis: Trump’s decision to negotiate directly with Hamas for Edan Alexander's release risks granting the terror group diplomatic legitimacy while sidelining Israel’s government, but could also lead to renewed talks to end war
Ron Ben-Yishai | 13:52 | 05.12.25
ולדימיר פוטין
We've not yet reached rock bottom: Russia as a cautionary tale
Opinion: Under Putin's authoritarian rule, Russia adopted all that was wrong with its Soviet past, while losing its standing in the world, potential economic success and the best minds among its citizens
Nissim Douek | 08:58 | 05.12.25
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Morocco won the Sahara—So why is the UN still interfering?
Since 1991, the UN’s Western Sahara mission has overseen a frozen ceasefire with no referendum in sight; Morocco’s autonomy plan, backed by development in Laâyoune and Dakhla, offers a modern solution, shifting focus from outdated peacekeeping to tackling global security and humanitarian crises
Amine Ayoub | 09:41 | 05.10.25
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Crossing the Rubicon: Dave Portnoy, Barstool and the breaking point for antisemitism in America
Opinion: In a Philadelphia bar, a neon sign reading 'F*** the Jews' marked a chilling new low—until Barstool’s Dave Portnoy took a stand, offering a rare, unapologetic rebuke of antisemitism that could signal a cultural turning point
Adam Scott Bellos | 21:14 | 05.09.25
ראש הממשלה בנימין נתניהו מגיע לפגישתו עם דונלד טראמפ בבית הלבן
Trump’s quest for foreign policy wins could jeopardize Israel's security
Analysis: As Trump prepares for a high-stakes Middle East trip focused on arms deals and Saudi nuclear ambitions, Israeli officials fear being sidelined on Gaza, Iran and regional normalization efforts—with strategic consequences
Ron Ben-Yishai | 11:08 | 05.09.25
נשיא ארה"ב טראמפ אחרי שנחת בנמל תעופה ב ניוארק ניו ג'רזי 26 באפריל
Surprises, frustration and concern in Israel: Trump’s zigzagging policy — and what’s behind it
Analysis: Trump’s halt to strikes on the Houthis, which blindsided Israel, was a step too far; Talks with Iran, Saudi deals, Turkey ties and Gaza policy shifts all signal he's prioritizing US gain over Israel; thus, Jerusalem must ensure Israeli interests align with American ones
Itamar Eichner | 12:57 | 05.08.25
חיילים בניו יורק חוגגים בעקבות הידיעה על מותו של היטלר
80 years after VE-Day, the West still has not learned to pre-empt disaster
Opinion: VE-Day serves as both a moment of remembrance and a stark warning—highlighting how Western democracies’ failure to act decisively in the past continues to echo in today’s global crises
Dan Zamansky | 08:29 | 05.08.25
פעילות כוחות חטיבה 188 במרחב רפיח
Planned Gaza campaign stages, leverage points and Hamas' 'exit options' | Exclusive
Analysis: Israel's upcoming campaign in Gaza, dubbed Gideon's Chariots, aims to pressure Hamas to release hostages and dismantle its military and governing capabilities; The three-phase operation, already underway, leaves Hamas off-ramps after each stage
Ron Ben-Yishai | 07:33 | 05.07.25
U.S. President Donald Trump, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman
Trump's upcoming visit to Riyadh looks set to be another success story
Opinion: A US-Saudi axis appears to be springing up in place of Israel; US used to tie any Saudi progress toward civilian nuclear capabilities to normalization with Israel; the current trajectory seems to diverge, but now Trump – from a place of drive for immediate achievements while casting doubt on Israel’s intention to end the war – is striving to bypass Jerusalem
Avi Kalo | 01:57 | 05.07.25
תקיפות בצנעא, תימן
This is how Israel ‘suffocates’ the Houthis – and the reason for advance warning before IDF strike
Analysis: IDF strikes in Yemen have effectively placed the Houthis under both an aerial and maritime siege, as they rely on Iranian military aid and now are cut off from international transit; IDF warning came after WHO chief was present during a December strike on the same site
Ron Ben-Yishai | 21:07 | 05.06.25
ראש הממשלה בנימין נתניהו ונשיא ארה"ב דונלד טראמפ בחדר הסגול
Israel must only rely on itself, not on US, in fight against Houthis
Opinion: Once again, Israel is outsourcing fundamental security, expecting the United States to deter the Houthis and save the IDF from having to do that difficult job; Meanwhile. the US is bombing Yemen not to protect Israel but to shield international shipping
Michael Oren | 16:56 | 05.05.25
זירת הנפילה בנתב"ג
Hate-ridden Houthis: Why they're hard to hit, and what can deter them
Analysis: The missile that hit Ben Gurion Airport was a victory for the Houths and showed once again that our interception systems are not foolproof; Although the Americans are severely damaging Houthi capabilities, they are still able to launch missiles; An Israeli operation in Yemen would require complex coordination with Washington and could complicate matters in the international arena, and it might not even deter the Houthis 
Ron Ben-Yishai | 07:17 | 05.05.25
פעילות כוחות צה"ל ברצועת עזה
At a turning point? All eyes on Washington, feet still in Gaza
Analysis: Government balancing strategic shifts in aid delivery and covert operations with growing domestic unease over hostages, reservist deployments and war objectives
Yossi Yehoshua | 13:57 | 05.04.25
Mauritania
Defying extremism and backing democracy: The US is overlooking its strongest ally in West Africa
Analysis: As coups and jihadist violence destabilize the Sahel, Mauritania stands out as a rare beacon of stability; with strong counterterrorism reforms, a pro-Western stance and a bold commitment to press freedom, it may be the US’s last true ally in West Africa
Amine Ayoub | 20:25 | 05.03.25
ביג מיוחד נשיא ארה"ב דונלד טראמפ ו נשיא סין שי ג'ינפינג
China plays by its own rules — and the global economy pays the price
Opinion: This week, as yet another round of US-China trade talks collapsed into accusations, tariffs, and selective sanctions, I couldn't help but think: we are not just in a trade war; We are in a values war — and China is winning by not playing by the rules we thought everyone agreed to
Ilan Alon | 13:19 | 05.03.25
צנעא
Why Houthi missile attacks on Israel are intensifying
Analysis: The Houthis’ recent surge in missile launches reflects their desperation to deplete dwindling stockpiles amid a relentless US campaign targeting their capabilities
Ron Ben-Yishai | 11:45 | 05.03.25
Supporters of incumbent President Kais Saied take part in a demonstration
Tunisia’s silent rage: Are the streets waiting to erupt again?
Opinion: Once hailed as the Arab Spring’s success story, Tunisia now faces a new wave of discontent under an increasingly authoritarian regime
Amine Ayoub | 10:39 | 05.03.25
שריפה פרצה בספינה שניסתה להגיע לעזה לאחר שהותקפה על ידי ישראל ליד מלטה
Attack of Gaza aid ship near Malta is a warning sign
Analysis: The organizers of the Gaza-bound aid ship don’t know who struck it, but only a regional power can hit a vessel at sea with drones from such a range. The message was clear. The question is: was it received?
Ron Ben-Yishai | 23:50 | 05.02.25
הכותרת מוחמד בן סלמאן MBS
Builders vs. destroyers: Why the new Middle East rejected the apocalypse
Opinion: October 7 was meant to ignite chaos and destroy peace in the Middle East, but it failed; instead of derailing progress, the attack exposed the desperation of extremist ideologies, prompting unity to build a future based on partnership and shared survival
Adam Scott Bellos | 23:28 | 04.30.25
הצהרת נציגי משפחות החטופים לקראת יום הזיכרון
I cannot celebrate independence when my heart is with the hostages in Gaza
Opinion: Even today, as I sit at home on the eve of the 77th Independence Day of the country I so deeply love, I still have nothing to celebrate; I’m home—but my heart is still there
Omer Shem Tov | 10:03 | 04.30.25
Holiday Horror Story
How social media becomes a critical tool for preserving Israeli memory and spirit
Media platforms become battlefields of memory, narrative demanding a fight for the present and future of Israeli memory and heritage; we must craft a precise and consistent narrative, anchored in clear core values 
Nili Goldberg | 09:46 | 04.30.25
גרשוני וחיות
'They fell in battle and I honor them with every match, every step, every breath'
Opinion: I lost my cousin Yuval Yoffe and my friend Yiftah Yavetz in the war; I'm a Paralympic athlete, a former Maglan fighter, and every day I wake up, train, and try to live the life they no longer can—because I carry them with me always
Ilay Hayut | 08:46 | 04.30.25
הורדת דגלי הלאום לחצי התורן ברחבת הכנסת
Internal IDF rift echoes Israel’s broader societal schism
Opinion: As tensions rise between the Israeli Air Force and Southern Command over Gaza operations, deeper societal divides—ethnic, economic, and political—threaten national unity at a time when it’s needed most
Michael Oren | 21:29 | 04.29.25
נשיא ארה"ב טראמפ דונלד הלוויה אפיפיור האפיפיור פרנציסקוס ותיקן הוותיקן
Trump and the 100-day campaign against anti-Israel campus activism
Analysis: Within 100 days in office, Trump escalated the crackdown on US universities, tying federal funding to their handling of pro-Palestinian protests and raising concerns over free speech
Daniel Edelson, New York | 22:23 | 04.28.25
אבו מוחמד אל-ג'ולאני נשיא סוריה הזמני
Syria might join the Abraham Accords — that should make Iran very nervous
Opinion: Should Damascus agree to peace with Israel, it won’t just be another diplomatic deal, but a geopolitical earthquake that could redraw the entire regional map
Adam Scott Bellos | 23:08 | 04.27.25
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Qatar undermining hostage talks, Egypt should lead, senior Israeli officials say
Commentary: Officials say Qatar's role in hostage talks is emboldening Hamas to raise demands; as negotiations stall and IDF battles intensify, ministers, backed by the prime minister, shift blame toward the chief of staff
Yossi Yehoshua | 09:44 | 04.27.25
מחבלי נוח'בה במעצר
How the October 7 trials will impact Israel’s story
Opinion: The Nukhba terrorist trials will not just seek justice for the Nir Oz massacre but shape Israeli and global memory of October 7, echoing the historic impact of the Eichmann trial on truth, education and national identity
Gadi Ezra | 09:09 | 04.27.25
בנימין זאב הרצל
Zionism is the refusal to stop dreaming
Opinion: From Yosef to Herzl to Jabotinsky, Zionism teaches that survival is not enough—it demands strength, sovereignty and sacred dreaming
Adam Scott Bellos | 19:49 | 04.26.25
Avigdor Haselkorn
Israeli defense and national security expert Avigdor Haselkorn dies at 78
Haselkorn, a tank commander in the Six-Day War, coined the term 'bomb in the basement' for Israel’s nuclear deterrence policy and was an adviser to US officials and a frequent Ynetnews contributor
Ynetnews | 19:29 | 04.26.25
האקרים פורצים למחשבים
Cyberwar in the Sahara: How Morocco’s data breach exposes US vulnerabilities
Analysis: With US companies increasingly active in Morocco, the breach reveals critical gaps in cybersecurity that threaten American economic and strategic interests across the region
Amine Ayoub | 17:41 | 04.26.25
ישראל, ארה"ב, איראן
U.S. and Israel prepare for tough choices on Iran’s nuclear program as talks intensify
Analysis: As U.S.-Israel tensions rise over Iran’s nuclear program, Israeli leaders, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, are weighing military action, while diplomatic talks with the U.S. continue in Oman, with no resolution in sight
Ron Ben-Yishai | 15:32 | 04.25.25
יניב עשור, תומר בר
Report: Gaza war exposes rifts within IDF over civilian casualties
Air Force chief now personally approves all aerial attacks amid growing unease over collateral damage, breakdowns in coordination and concerns aggressive tactics may endanger hostages and undermine ethical and strategic goals
Nadav Eyal | 11:45 | 04.25.25
לוחמי צה"ל ברפיח
These are the options for the IDF in Gaza and this is the one it prefers
Analysis: Military presents strategic options for Gaza, ranging from a permanent ceasefire to a large-scale ground offensive, while warning of risks, humanitarian crises and potential for long-term instability in region
Ron Ben-Yishai | 01:30 | 04.25.25
זירת הטבח במסיבה ברעים
The intelligence failure to see gender-based violence as a weapon of war
Analysis: Israeli intelligence missed Hamas' use of sexual violence as a terror tactic on Oct. 7; military officials must rethink models to treat gender-based violence as strategic, not incidental—like a missile, but one that pierces not only walls, but identity
Lee Shpilrain Nahari | 15:11 | 04.24.25
תמונות AI שפורסמו בפייסבוק ועוררו מחלוקות קשות
Holocaust memory in the age of AI: Between digital archives and risky manipulation
Opinion: A fleeting clip of Anne Frank has captivated millions, highlighting society’s hunger for moving Holocaust documentation—yet AI’s ability to recreate her image raises urgent questions about authenticity, ethics and the future of historical memory
Keren Shahar | 23:39 | 04.23.25
מצעד החיים בפולין
Jewish strength through the ages: From Holocaust tragedy to modern challenges
Opinion: On Holocaust Remembrance Day, parallels emerge between past atrocities and October 7's horrors, survivors of which embody resilience, pledging to fight until all hostages return; Their message, echoing from Auschwitz, is a call for unity and revival 
Haim Taib | 18:55 | 04.23.25
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