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.

An Arab shift on Gaza and Hamas

The Arab countries understand that for both Israel and the Trump administration, the removal of Hamas from power is a non-negotiable condition for moving forward. The onus is now on them.

09/03/2025

Breaking 'sumud': Palestinian society must free itself of this fantasy

For the sake of peace, Israel and the international community must embrace Trump’s plan for Gaza.

By AVRAHAM RUSSELL SHALEV
09/03/2025

Donald Trump's warning: Is World War III around the corner?

Let us hope that cooler heads will prevail – a real challenge in this perilous time – and that we will figure out how to retreat from the precipice of a war that could destroy most of humanity.

Peace, coexistence, and disillusionment: How do we move forward?

Our nation is hurting deeply. The road ahead is long, and we may never fully heal. But amid our collective trauma, one thing I know for certain is that our nation’s faith and spirit will prevail.

Turkey’s old trick: Keeping Kurds off the new Mideast map

Strengthening ties between the Kurds and Israel could counterbalance Turkish and Iranian ambitions, promote regional stability, and redefine power dynamics in the Middle East.

By LOQMAN RADPEY
09/03/2025

Those in the US who support a two-state solution, are no longer in line with Israel

The baseline qualifier for an American pro-Israel organization should be promoting policies that are in line with mainstream Israeli policy.

By ALIZA PILICHOWSKI
09/03/2025

Grapevine March 9, 2025: Ironic timing

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

The ADL’s Never is Now conference, a pivotal moment in fighting antisemitism

The Jewish community and its allies are standing firm, refusing to back down in the face of rising hatred.

By DANIEL ROSEN
09/03/2025

My first fentanyl: What it was like being sedated by the infamous narcotic

Fentanyl has long been used for pain reduction and sedation in medical settings.

08/03/2025
 France's President Emmanuel Macron, Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer and President Volodymyr Z

One standard for Ukraine, another for Israel

While European leaders rush to defend Ukraine against Russian aggression, they continue to lecture, condemn, and sanction Israel for defending itself against terrorist organizations.

By DAVID BEN-BASAT
08/03/2025
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