JPost Editorial

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Haredi men attend a protest against the jailing of yeshiva students who failed to comply with IDF draft orders in Mea She'arim, Jerusalem, October 22, 2025.

The haredi draft dodging farce to continue until we who pay the price say 'enough!' - editorial

 PRESIDENT ISAAC HERZOG addresses a gala event on August 29, 2022, on the occasion of the 125th anniversary of the First Zionist Congress, at the original venue, the Stadtcasino Basel, in Basel, Switzerland.

Ignoring the importance of the World Zionist Congress would be a mistake - editorial

 Iranian spy in intelligence agency control room uses military tech to identify threats during Arab Israeli conflict. Mossad secret agent uses software to do war covert operations

We have your back: Mossad’s expose of IRGC urges stronger action against Iranian terror - editorial


Hollowing out: Israeli emigration proves social, political cracks are widening - editorial

The emigration surge is a symptom and a warning of social fracture, demographic vulnerability, and spiritual drift.

 Travelers are seen at the departure hall of the Ben-Gurion Airport on April 4, 2023; illustrative

Israel’s frontline is not just at its borders, it’s in its emergency rooms - editorial

If leaders meet this moment with candor and investment, hospitals can return to being places of healing, not flash points of fear.

 A view shows damage in Soroka Medical Center, at an impact site following a missile strike from Iran on Israel, in Beersheba, June 19, 2025.

Israel cannot wait for state investigation into October 7 failures - editorial

National Security Council head Tzahi Hanegbi was ousted by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, stunning the country. Hanegbi demanded an investigation into October 7 in his resignation statement.

Outgoing supreme court justice Yosef Elron, president Yitzhak Amit and Supreme court justices a ceremony for outgoing Supreme Court judge Yosef Elron, at the Supreme Court in Jerusalem. September 18, 2025.

Israelis should welcome US engagement, but be wary of possible challenges - editorial

In Israel, JD Vance pressed for faith in Washington’s Gaza plan, arguing that Israel must trust US leadership if peace is to endure.

Deputy Prime Minister and Justice Minister Yariv Levin greets US Vice President JD Vance after the vice president lands in Israel. October 21, 2025.

Israel needs to take tough Gaza decisions which may test bonds of US relationship - editorial

The series of ceasefire setbacks that unfolded in the past week are putting the US and Israel's friendship to the test.

 The US-Israel rift: The American eagle and the lion of Zion (Illustrative).

Mamdani would disgrace NYC with refusal to condemn terror, only shows animus to Israel - editorial

Three weeks before the election, Mamdani’s true colors are there for everyone to see. His words reveal not nuance but animus toward the Jewish state.

Democratic candidate Zohran Mamdani speaks during a mayoral debate, in New York, US, October 16, 2025.

We must stand united demanding return of the hostages, war against Hamas is ongoing - editorial

Now is not the time for infighting and the polarization that characterized the pre-October 7 atmosphere and undoubtedly contributed to Hamas concluding that the country was weakened and vulnerable.

Celebrations at Hostage Square in Tel Aviv as a hostage release is announced. October 09, 2025.

Israel’s struggle to recover its fallen hostages from Gaza - editorial

Recovering the bodies of those hostages who died in Hamas captivity presents legal, logistical, moral, and diplomatic dilemmas that test Israel’s resolve and international standing.

Hundreds attend the funeral procession of slain Israeli hostage Idan Shtivi, September 1, 2025

Balancing joy with mourning: Simchat Torah is more complicated now - editorial

After two years of prayers, protests, and an unwavering determination that at times brought the country to a standstill, 20 families were made whole again.

Former hostage arrives in Sheba Medical Center, two years after being captured by Hamas,on October 13, 2025.

As the hostages return, what has Israel learned from the Gaza war? - editorial

After two long years of war, Israel is breathing a sigh of relief at the return of all of the hostages.

Celebrations at Hostage Square in Tel Aviv as a hostage release is announced. October 09, 2025.