Yaakov Katz

Did the strikes in Qatar move the country closer toward ending the war and bringing the hostages home, or did it push both goals further away?

As Israel approaches the end of the war, true victory hinges on securing the release of hostages and dismantling Hamas, not just military success on the battlefield.

“Bring them home” sounds like it is directed at the Israeli government when, really, the call should be directed at Hamas, which should “release” the hostages immediately. 

If the government pressure finally pushes Eyal Zamir to quit, it will just be another victory in the October 7 coalition’s campaign to deflect blame.

Arye Deri's return to politics, despite multiple convictions, highlights the deep divisions within Israel and threatens the unity needed during wartime.

No one could have known for certain back in 2005 what would happen next, how just two years later, Hamas would violently seize control of Gaza and that it would lead to the October 7 massacre.

Instead of showing leadership, Netanyahu spent Monday night pacing the Knesset, pleading with United Torah Judaism’s Moshe Gafni to retract his resignation.

Israelis of Ethiopian origin enlist in higher numbers than the national average, despite facing institutional neglect, racism, and economic hardship.

Hamas will not disappear overnight, but the territory in Gaza can be stabilized to secure a victory over Iran.

Victory in Iran showed what can be achieved when Israel acts with vision, coordination, and courage.