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.

Israel’s insistence on holding Lebanese territory squanders its success

Israel should withdraw from disputed Lebanese positions and support a strengthened Lebanese army presence in the south.

20/05/2025

Operation Gideon’s Chariots: A powerful name for a powerful Gaza op.

Operation Gideon’s Chariots has biblical roots, invoking the biblical warrior Gideon.

From asset to liability: The strategic price of Israel’s messianic turn

Israel's renewed war in Gaza is a diplomatic liability that reduces Israeli influence over US foreign policy.

By GIL MURCIANO
20/05/2025

Peace with the entire Middle East is on the table now

US President Donald Trump’s efforts in the Middle East may be creating the conditions Israel needs to achieve peace.

By DANIEL M ROSEN
20/05/2025

Time for a new chapter: Israel needs new leadership

The government is dysfunctional on both the national and local level and must be replaced.

By MARC TOBIN
20/05/2025
 A justice at the opening of the Supreme Court of the United Kingdom in London, 2009

The UK dimension: What Israel can learn from Britain on judicial reforms

Opponents see the effort as a threat to judicial independence; supporters see it as restoring parliamentary supremacy. Compromise is not only desirable but possible and essential.

  Yuval Raphael, representing Israel, performs "New Day Will Rise," during the 2025 Eurovision

Yuval Raphael is a symbol of Israel's astonishing resilience

Maybe people were simply voting for the song and the performance, not expressing any deeper political sentiment. Either way, we have reason to feel proud.

Arab world must view Israel as strategic partner to advance development, stability

Recognizing Israel as a strategic partner – not an eternal enemy – is a necessity dictated by geography and mutual interest.

Trump's visit to Middle East leaves behind confusion for Israel

The generous offer of advanced American arms, which Trump made to Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, was undoubtedly an unpleasant shock to Netanyahu.

Israel must make its next choices regarding Gaza very carefully

If Israel chooses to pursue Hamas, there will inevitably be much collateral death and injury, and Israel’s international reputation will be further damaged.

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