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.

The Egyptian Gaza plan: A deadly trap for Israel and the US

The Egyptian plan is a dangerous scheme that threatens Israel’s security, strengthens Hamas, and undermines US strategic interests. 

By AMINE AYOUB
06/03/2025
 Abdullah Al-Yazouri, the son of a senior Hamas official, who narrated the BBC documentary.

Propaganda without boundaries: How Hamas exploits, abuses, weaponizes children

In an era where a single image can go viral within minutes and shape global public opinion, the exploitation of children by Hamas has become a strategic tool.

By AMOTZ EYAL
06/03/2025

The art of the raw deal: How Zelensky failed to learn how to deal with Trump's ego

US President Donald Trump gives his Ukrainain counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky an ultimatum: 'You’re either going to make a deal, or you’re out.'

Gaza and Abu Dhabi: Comparing a society of 'destroyers' to Emirati 'builders'

Gaza and Abu Dhabi could not be further apart, Hamas and the leadership of the UAE could not be more polar opposites. 

By DAN FEFERMAN
06/03/2025

Heideggerian philosophy, Identity Synthesis: The ideologies behind campus antisemitism

Ideologies rooted in victimhood, power politics, and identity exceptionalism create fertile ground for antisemitic views and fuel hateful behaviors threatening our communities

By SABRINA SOFFER
06/03/2025

Unpacking Germany’s election results and what they mean for Israel

With a new government, we can hope to limit the hate-filled pro-Hamas marches across Germany and go after the sources of incitement.

In No Other Land, the villain is always Israel

The jubilant roar of the Oscar crowd after No Other Land won Best Documentary wasn’t just applause – it was an overt declaration that Israel is the villain.

IDF’s social media ban is way overdue

The IDF’s new social media policy is a step in the right direction, but it must be part of a broader transformation in how Israel approaches digital security.

Women’s leadership: Key to addressing Israel’s crises

It’s time women have the authority to shape policies that prevent the next crisis before it’s too late.

By SIVAN KOREN
05/03/2025

Fearless Zionism: American Jews need to reshape their view of Israel

Even many who haven’t visited Israel – yet! – have been shaped by their Birthright buddies’ identity revelations.

05/03/2025
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