Israel Democracy Institute
Knesset's new law on religious courts and what it means for democracy - opinion
The bill in question would further expand their authority, allowing rabbinical courts and Sharia courts to rule as arbitrators on civil matters.
Majority of Israeli Jews and Arabs believe Trump prioritizes Israel’s security – IDI poll
Haredi boys schools lack enforcement of basic educational requirements, IDI study reveals
Mossad chief Barnea most trusted official among Arab Israelis, IDI poll reveals
Shas ministers will support any deal that will bring home hostages, Ben-Tzur says
The remarks were noteworthy, as they contradicted those of other ministers and of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who said that the ultimate goal of the war was victory over Hamas.
Israel not prioritizing Iran, beating Hamas won’t end Gaza extremism, former security advisor says
"The absolute damage Israel has caused and exacted from Hamas is unprecedented compared to any other enemy Israel has fought," said Dr. Eyal Hulata.
Bill proposing 80% tax on NGO foreign aid may harm Diaspora Jews, Kariv warns
The bill aims to prevent indirect influence by foreign governments by taxing donations to NGOs that serve as their "agents of change."
Nearly half of Israelis back Iran strike without US support – survey
Among Jewish Israelis, 52% support a strike compared to 34.5% who oppose it. In contrast, 76% of Arab Israelis oppose military action against Iran, with just 9% in support.
Letters to the editor, April 28, 2025: Judge and Jury
Readers of The Jerusalem Post have their say.
Almost half of Israelis do not think you can remove Hamas and release hostages - poll
Israel Democracy Institute found that 68% of respondents would prioritize returning the hostages, compared to 25% who would prioritize toppling Hamas.
'Loyalist’ Shin Bet head could dismantle democracy, says Israel Democracy Institute VP - interview
"This could have dramatic, far-reaching implications for the independence and professionalism of the entire public service,” Navot wrote.
Purim Shpiel: Itamar Ben-Gvir voted Israel's Sexiest Man Alive
Purim Shpiel: The following is a satirical article from The Jerusalem Post's annual parodic Purim page, The Jerusalem Roast. Enjoy!
Fifth of Israelis displaced by war out of work, survey shows
Around a third of Israeli households have reported a fall in their incomes since the start of the war, a proportion that reached as high as 44% among households in the north.
Significant number of voters undecided who to vote in next Israeli election, IDI report reveals
Approximately 26% of those who expressed that they would not be voting for Likud again declared that they were unsure who they would vote for or declined to respond entirely.
War results in 50% business decline for Israel's self-employed, survey finds
The survey—with 1,236 respondents—sought to assess the financial impact of the Israel-Hamas war on the Israeli workforce.
