SHIR PERETS
Shir Perets is a Breaking News Desk Manager at The Jerusalem Post. She grew up in central Israel and is a graduate of Bar-Ilan University, where she studied English literature and communications.
When she isn’t writing, Shir can be found painting, building Legos, feeding stray cats, or singing along to Taylor Swift.
Five soldiers, add'l civilians arrested for involvement in Israeli-Syrian weapons smuggling network
Border Police officer, civilians indicted for smuggling illegal residents, bribery, impersonation
WATCH: Hilltop Youth, security forces clash during demolition of illegal settlement extension
HER’s expansion to Jerusalem offers a much-needed network for ‘olot’
By launching a Jerusalem chapter, HER demonstrates how grassroots, women-focused networks are adapting to the evolving needs of immigrant communities in Israel.
Security forces block left-wing activists' entry into West Bank for Palestinian olive harvest
In a brief but disruptive demonstration, the protesters exited the buses and blocked the main road through the Shomron Junction, creating a safety hazard by impeding traffic.
Army Radio's shutdown is due to a Netanyahu government policy of intimidation - comment
For 75 years, Israel has considered journalism a legitimate way to serve the country, so what message is being sent to the public with its closure?
Israel Katz's closure of Army Radio an 'attack on free press,' journalists and opposition say
"It would not be surprising if the station’s broadcasting frequencies are soon handed over to wealthy figures affiliated with the corrupt and degenerate Likud Party,” MK Gilad Kariv stated.
Who was Ofir Tzarfati, the hostage who will be reburied for the third time? - explainer
Tzarfati, of Kiryat Ata, attended the Nova festival alongside his partner, Shoval, and other close friends, to celebrate his 27th birthday.
Netanyahu dismisses national security chief over disputes on Qatar strike, Gaza operations
Tzachi Hanegbi: Tenure as National Security Council head will end today, October 7 failures demand investigation • PM appoints NSC deputy as acting chief
Taylor Swift 101: A pop culture masterclass - explainer
I’m not here to preach the word of Swift. This is a lesson in pop culture, and class is officially in session.
'Thank you, Trump!': Hostage families, Israel welcomes Gaza deal agreement
The forum also called on the Israeli government to convene immediately to approve the agreement.
Netanyahu: It was a 'complete lie' that Hamas was ready to release the hostages a year ago
Prior to the address, Netanyahu met with National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich
Netanyahu says 'nothing finalized' on Trump's ceasefire plan, denies Gaza starvation
Netanyahu and Trump are scheduled to meet at the White House on Monday.