Opinion

Jerusalem Post's talented team of journalists provides insight into their work presented in the opinion section. This section highlights the beliefs and values that experienced writers who are witnessing the Middle East turmoil unfold. Their first hand encounters with world leaders have shaped their opinions and world views to be shared on this page.

Achieving a lasting victory: Israel must defeat Hamas and break free of their trap

Hamas’s strategic manipulation of the hostage situation reveals a disturbing truth: military superiority doesn’t guarantee strategic victory.

By MICHAEL J. SALAMON , LOUIS LIBIN
06/02/2025

Antisemites condemn Trump's relocation plan in refusal to accept the State of Israel

A comprehensive and unequivocal solution to the Gaza problem is tantamount to accepting the long-term existence of the State of Israel. 

By ANAT VIDOR
06/02/2025

The real threat to American Jewry is politicians, not activists

While most Jewish organizations found Musk’s salute offensive, they seemed anxious to move back to their usual agenda of Israel, Hamas, hostages, campus antisemitism, and Iran.

The hardest task post war: How to eliminate Hamas and rebuild Gaza

While no simple answers exist for Gaza’s current crisis, the lives of two million Palestinians demand this diplomatic work and humanitarian investment,

Trump hands Netanyahu a political lifeline, opponents should take note - opinion

Ultimately, without unnecessary cynicism or sarcasm, this night marked a profound shift—for Netanyahu, it was nothing less than a night of champagne.

By ATTILA SOMFALVI
05/02/2025

'Trying' is not enough; we must keep all eyes on the hostages prize

Declarations like Trump’s  - at this delicate stage – threaten to not only overturn the cart but smash it to smithereens.

05/02/2025

Trump’s Gaza plan isn’t meant to work, but that’s the point

On the face of it, Trump’s plan for the US to occupy Gaza is not remotely feasible, but that could all be part of the president’s scheme.

Hamas terrorists seen before a hostage release in Gaza City, February 1, 2025

Trump is right—Gaza's future depends on breaking the cycle of destruction

If Gaza is to have a future, it has to start with a change of mind. Trump's peace proposal has made the world look at Gaza not as a liability but as an opportunity.

05/02/2025

Hamas is about pure bloodshed, not resisting oppression

After Hamas terrorists conducted the October 7 massacre, their victims were not just Israelis. While the world focused on Israeli suffering, the suffering of foreign workers has been all but ignored.

President Isaac Herzog: The unifying hero Israel needs amid crisis

The polarization must end, realistic leadership is required, and the president of Israel can be the catalyst for change.

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