The Jerusalem Post Archive

23 June 2026
Iran disputes Trump's claim it will buy food exclusively from US with unfrozen funds

Trump also addressed Prime Minister Netanyahu's statement regarding the IDF remaining in Lebanon. "I'm a problem solver. I get problems solved real fast, including with Bibi," Trump said. 

What to watch in Tuesday’s NY elections: Israel, AIPAC and genocide front and center

In New York City, several congressional seats are up for grabs, including the most Jewish district in the country, NY-12.

Clive Davis, influential Jewish rock-and-roll executive, dies at 94

He signed Bruce Springsteen and Aretha Franklin – and allegedly used company money to pay for his son’s bar mitzvah.

North Korea's Kim says country will exercise its position as nuclear state, KCNA reports​​

"Unimaginable, astonishing incidents and events" are occurring because of the "gangster-like" greed of hegemonic forces, making confrontations around the world more violent, Kim said.

UK weighs forcing social media firms to boost trusted news

The UK is weighing new rules that would require Meta, TikTok and YouTube to prioritize trusted news content in feeds and search results.

France reports 40 drowning deaths during severe heatwave

A deadly heatwave in France has led to around 40 drowning deaths as people seek relief in unsafe swimming spots, officials said on Tuesday.

Russia, Ukraine may hold new prisoner exchange after Ukranian strike damages school - report

A new Russia-Ukraine prisoner swap could take place in the near future, Russian human rights commissioner Yana Lantratova said, according to TASS.

Lebanon will offer 'golden visa' for six-figure investors, amid economic crisis

In addition to the half a million dollars injected into the Lebanese economy, the process would also require prospective visa recipients to pay a $50,000 fee to the government.

Following spat with Trump, Marjorie Taylor Greene says she is 'done' with GOP

Both Greene and Carlson have been vocal critics of the Trump administration’s handling of the economy, the Epstein files, and the Iran war since he took office in 2025. 

'Only Iran will control its unfrozen assets,' Iranian envoy says

Iran is the only country to control its own assets when unfrozen, and any claim of influence by another is flatly rejected, Ali Bahreini, Iran's ambassador to the UN in Geneva, said on Tuesday

Nancy Guthrie died shortly after kidnapping, note sent days later reportedly confirmed

CBS reported that law enforcement asked media outlets to refrain from publishing details of the notes while officials investigated Guthrie’s disappearance.

'Unconscionable': Human rights activist decry EU visas for Taliban officials

Since its return to power in Afghanistan, the Taliban has steadily rolled back on women’s rights, banning girls from age 13 from attending school, legalizing domestic violence and child marriage.

No 'Hamas' textbooks: Activist urges Texas not to let CAIR influence curriculum

“CAIR is the US arm of the Muslim Brotherhood, an Islamist anti-American organization bent on using the political system to destroy it from within,” Cardoza-Moore said.

Israel looks east as India and Greece partnerships gain importance

While many public meetings have been on a kind hiatus in terms of the Abraham Accords, India, Israel, Greece and Cyprus have continued to hold key engagements.

Pentagon seeks $80B from Congress for Iran war costs amid budget debate

The additional $80 billion request from Congress for the Iran war comes as officials lobby lawmakers and debate intensifies over defense spending, military readiness, and the impact on US households.

United Hatzalah expands amidst crisis

Their Psychotrauma & Crisis Response Unit stands as a testament to the power of committed volunteerism to bolster national emergency response infrastructure

Haifa man sentenced to over eight years in prison for providing information to foreign agent

Dimitri Cohen was convicted of making contact with a foreign agent and attempting to provide information that could be used by Iran and its terrorist proxies during wartime.

Hezbollah launches night operations to locate IDF senior command in southern Lebanon

An analysis conducted by the 146th Division found that Hezbollah is collecting intelligence on the location of IDF senior command in southern Lebanon through observation and radio activity.

IDF expands control to approx. 70% of Gaza Strip as Southern Command prepares for next steps

Military officials say operational control could expand further while forces strengthen defenses and prepare for possible renewed fighting.

Resurrecting Herodium: A royal desert fortress awakens After 2,000 years
Netanyahu pushes to reserve seats for Sa'ar, Kahlon in top ten Likud slots - report

The Likud is set to meet on Wednesday to discuss the party's future and to debate replacing the primaries with a “selection committee” system.

Fatal shooting near Acre follows reported threats around major crime case

Media reports said the victim was the father of a state witness in a major organized crime case, though authorities have not confirmed the alleged connection.

Netanyahu defends relationship with Milchan during final phase of testimony

Netanyahu returned to court on Tuesday, arguing that his relationship with Arnon Milchan was based on genuine friendship rather than personal benefit.

Pitchon Lev receives Knesset Speaker’s Award

The Petah Tikva-based charity received the award for supporting vulnerable populations

Netanyahu warns he would leave Likud if 10-seat demand not accepted, party sources say

According to the sources, Likud's Central Committee Chairman Haim Katz believes that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's demand could "crush the Likud."

'We are being abandoned': Northern Israel emergency response squads denounce reduced mobilization

The IDF Home Front Command will reduce standby emergency squads in northern Israel from Sunday, citing the Hezbollah ceasefire, while keeping forces on alert amid warnings of potential escalation.

Haredi leaders say they will support Knesset dissolution if no progress made on draft bills

According to their statement, Netanyahu "made it clear at the meeting that he is committed to approving the laws and will work to advance them quickly."

'New Covenant': Bennett outlines plan to 'build Israel from scratch' in every major area of life

Bennett said that he has spent the past two years working with professionals in various aspects to build plans addressing the core problems facing the country.

New identification technique pushes back timeline of fire use to over a million years ago - study

Researchers explained that when bones exposed to high levels of heat are illuminated with specific light wavelengths, they light up with a distinctive glow.

Trump tells Netanyahu not to 'overreact,' while threatening to level Iran

After the war, the missiles, the shelters- what did Israel actually get? Calev Ben-David and Ruth Marks Eglash on the US–Iran deal Jerusalem didn't want.

Regional security fears escalate in Canada as US–Iran talks conclude in Switzerland

The Jerusalem Post's must-listen news roundup with Shifra Jacobs—the top stories, clear and concise. 

Noshing and nightcaps in South Tel Aviv

Step into the flavors, stories, and nightlife of south Tel Aviv as Mark and David explore the vibrant Levinsky Market by day before heading out for a lively pub crawl after dark.

Hamas held 'top secret' meeting with French officials, discussed return to '1967 borders' - report

The meeting was reportedly the first since October 7 and came a few weeks after the French National Anti-Terror office announced that it had opened a preliminary investigation against Israel.

Israel-Lebanon talks open in DC, Trump, Iran butt heads over nuclear inspections

Vance, Rubio discuss ceasefire with Aoun • Majority of Israelis see MoU as win for Iran, loss for Israel's security • Lebanon ceasefire shows need for IDF rethink on slow war doctrine

UN: No progress on Sweida peace plan as Syria’s Druze tensions persist

Ongoing rivalries, kidnappings and political disputes have derailed efforts to rebuild trust in Syria’s Sweida province, a UN official warned.

Rubio heads to Gulf to sell Iran deal amid regional concerns

Gulf Arab leaders are expected to press Marco Rubio over a draft Iran agreement they fear could reshape regional security and boost Tehran’s power.

US, Iranian delegations express optimism as technical talks in Switzerland conclude

“When implementing a ceasefire and ending the war becomes difficult, we can resolve it either through missiles or through negotiations,” Ghalibaf told reporters while leaving Switzerland.

'A Call to Save Lebanon': Lebanese leaders urge action against Iranian interference

Over 400 Lebanese politicians and religious leaders have signed a declaration urging an end to Iranian interference and support for state sovereignty.

F-15 pilot saw Iran's 'jellyfish' drone formation when jet was shot down during Epic Fury - report

A US F-15 pilot who was shot down over Iran in April described observing a coordinated formation of Iranian drones resembling a “jellyfish,” according to multiple sources cited in a CNN report.

Israel smuggled Starlink systems into Iran, former PM Bennett says

Former prime minister Naftali Bennett said Israel smuggled Starlink internet receivers into Iran to help anti-government protesters, but claimed the effort was later halted by the current government.

Israel-Lebanon negotiations resume in Washington after Hezbollah claims IDF violated ceasefire

Hezbollah claimed that the IDF "violated" the ceasefire, saying that soldiers opened fire with "automatic weapons towards a group of civilians" near Nabatiya at approximately 11:30 a.m.

Trump says Iran agreed to nuclear inspections, Tehran denies deal

US President Donald Trump said Iran has agreed to allow long-term nuclear inspections, a claim Tehran has rejected, as he also addressed US naval positioning near the Strait of Hormuz.

'Cold cost-benefit calculation': Washington greenlights Tehran’s oil transactions under MoU

Washington has issued a 60-day license allowing Iran to resume oil transactions, a step linked to diplomatic talks and already impacting global crude prices.

Return of Ron Arad's remains could be discussed in Israel-Lebanon DC talks - report

Arad was an Israeli pilot captured by the Lebanese Shi’ite group Amal in 1986, with Israel losing track of his whereabouts in 1988.

Morocco, Albania, and Greece join Gaza International Stabilization Force for Phase II peacekeeping

A small number of Moroccan planning officers have already arrived to take part in discussions related to the future International Stabilization Force for Gaza (ISF).

Israel targeted Gaza children, resulting in genocide, UN inquiry claims

A UN-backed commission report accuses Israel of severe violations against Palestinian children in Gaza and the West Bank, prompting a strong Israeli rebuttal.

Will Iraq finally help protect Kurdistan's oil fields from drone attacks? - analysis

For Iraq, it doesn’t seem to matter if the Kurdistan Region is attacked, because then the region can’t sell oil or provide itself with gas for electricity.

Iran regime targets grave of protest victim in ongoing effort to erase evidence of crackdown

Human rights groups claim that Layqpour’s body was returned to his family after four days on the condition that they declare his cause of death a heart attack.

IAEA inspections in Iran need to be fundamentally different after Iran was bombed - analysis

It will probably take weeks if not months of using special engineering machines as well as special protective suits to retrieve and dispose of the 60% enriched uranium.

New kind of school: China's dog owners splurge on preschools to pamper beloved pets

As declining birth rates alter lifestyles, pets are increasingly treated as members of the family, driving growth in higher-value services such as daycare, grooming, and training.

Lionel Messi sets new World Cup goal record as Argentina wins against Austria

Lionel Messi became the World Cup’s all-time leading scorer after netting a brace in Argentina’s win, surpassing Germany legend Miroslav Klose.

Aliyah org. challenges Trump, Ivanka, Kushner: Move to Israel, show Iran deal worth it - exclusive

The message of the video is clear: Will Trump be willing to put his money where his mouth is, and is the agreement with Iran still worth it when it's his own family’s safety on the line?

Bublil family unveils ‘The Living Light’ in memory of Club Hotel founder Moshe Bublil

The artwork was dedicated on June 20, which would have been Bublil’s 72nd birthday, and uses the number 18, or “chai,” as a central design motif.

Inside the IDF push to deploy smarter, faster robots across the frontlines

From robotic bulldozers to hybrid drone‑rovers, the IDF is rapidly expanding its autonomous ground fleet.

Anduril eyes former air force chief to head Israel operations

The innovative US military technology company wants Maj.-Gen. (res.) Amiram Norkin to lead local operations

Trump, Iran, and the dilemma facing today’s lovers of Zion - opinion

As Trump pursues an Iran deal, concerns are growing among Israel’s supporters, but the reality could be more complicated.

Jewish groups should condemn JD Vance’s remarks on Israel - opinion

What Vance said should still be slammed by every Jewish organization, or he will believe he can get away with his antisemitism.

The cost of Jewish life is pushing families into debt - opinion

The Jewish community needs to have an honest, nationwide conversation about whether Jewish life is worth the cost and how we can fix this issue.

Europe condemns settlements, but ignores Zionism’s deeper roots - opinion

Zionism is the belief that the Jewish people’s religion and culture, its national soul, cannot be complete without a national territory and is some 4,000 years old.

Escalation must cost: Current Switzerland talks leave Iran stronger, Israel exposed - editorial

The talks in Switzerland may have calmed markets and lowered the volume for a day. They have not answered the question that matters: Is Iran being forced to retreat or merely being paid to pause?

Trump’s cabinet may go down as the worst in American history - opinion

It doesn’t take much to figure out that Trump's cabinet does not have the best people in the US; not the best conservatives, not the best Trump supporters, not the best MAGA believers.

They build where it’s easy, not where it’s needed: That’s where the housing crisis begins - opinion

Top-tier planning isn’t just measured by the sheer volume of approved housing units, but by its ability to meet actual demand in high-interest areas, alongside the necessary needs for daily life.

From Trump’s strength to Vance’s retreat: Regime change is the only path to peace - opinion

The deal with Ghalibaf does not represent a transformation away from the regime. His function is precisely to offer Washington a “rational” interlocutor through whom the system can rebrand itself

Jew-hatred drove the Montreal violence, even if it didn’t trigger it - opinion

When societies tolerate hatred of Jews and Zionists, they create conditions where political violence can thrive.

Israel gave up Gush Katif and got Oct. 7. Why does Trump think Iran will be different? - opinion

America doesn't have to agree with every Israeli assessment. But it should be careful about dismissing the judgment of a nation that has repeatedly tested the very theories now being applied to Iran.

A house is not a home: The real test of new homes North and South - opinion

Will government ministries and local authorities treat this as a purely engineering project, or as a broader social-national mission?

Newsrooms are not courtrooms: New Yorkers must reject media presumption of Israel's guilt - opinion

Genocide is a legal term, and whether a state committed it must be proved in court, not in the newsroom.

Grapevine, June 24, 2026: Reliving the nightmare - opinion

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

¿Quién es Andy Burnham? Postura del posible futuro primer ministro del Reino Unido sobre Israel

Después de la renuncia del primer ministro del Reino Unido, Keir Starmer, el lunes, el diputado laborista Andy Burnham anunció su intención de postularse para reemplazarlo.

Las FDI deben reconsiderar la doctrina de guerra lenta en Líbano - análisis

La guerra lenta en Líbano, basada en una doctrina de Gaza, ha resultado en dejar a Hezbolá en el campo a solo millas de la frontera norte de Israel.

Tres muertos en un tiroteo en Montreal cerca de lugares judíos

Michael Moshe Mizrahi, un local judío y miembro del centro Chabad local, fue declarado muerto en el hospital después de una cirugía de emergencia.

Gofman arrasa con el Mossad, mientras la organización intensifica planes para derrocar al régimen

El nuevo director del Mossad, Roman Gofman, el primer extranjero en liderar la agencia de espionaje desde 2011, está explorando nuevos métodos para derrocar el régimen islámico de Irán.

Hamas tuvo una reunión altamente confidencial con delegación francesa

Altos líderes del buró político de Hamas sostuvieron una reunión altamente confidencial con una delegación francesa, según un informe del diario saudita Asharq Al-Awsat el lunes.

Israel y Líbano se reunirán en Washington para discutir el desarme de Hezbolá

Delegaciones de Israel y Líbano se reunirán en Washington el martes para otra ronda de conversaciones centradas en el desarme de Hezbolá en el sur de Líbano.

Las actuales negociaciones fortalecen a Irán y dejan a Israel en una situación vulnerable

Las conversaciones en Suiza pueden haber calmado los mercados por un día. No han respondido a la pregunta: ¿Irán está siendo obligado a retroceder o simplemente se le está pagando para que pare?

Las FDI amplían su control a aproximadamente el 70% de la Franja de Gaza

Las FDI han ampliado su control operativo a aproximadamente el 70% de la Franja de Gaza, y los funcionarios de defensa creen que el área bajo control israelí podría crecer en los próximos meses.

Judíos españoles defienden a Pilar Rahola en medio de una denuncia por discurso de odio

Las organizaciones judías en España han apoyado a la periodista Pilar Rahola después de que los fiscales abrieran diligencias preliminares por una denuncia relacionada con sus opiniones pro-Israel.

Africa Israel Hotels launches summer 2026 discount campaign

The hotel chain’s summer campaign includes discounts of up to 20%, second-night reductions, third-night stays free, attractions, show tickets, and free stays for first children at selected hotels.

'Unique self-driving': Israel's Autobrains launches robotaxi pilot in Munich with Uber and Nvidia

"We created a unique system for autonomous driving through agentic artificial intelligence, which breaks down the reasoning into small tasks," Igal Raichelgauz, Autobrains CEO, told the Post.

The nightmare of the Prinok affair: This is how the compensation amount will be determined

Sedatives have already been detected in five products. A tort law expert explains: What is the amount of compensation, and how will it be determined?

Beijing's revenge: China turns off the tap for the American defense industry

The trade war escalates: China imposes severe sanctions on rare earth giants and defense companies from the US.

The video settled it: The children lost the inheritance to the nephew

The court rejected a request to cancel a succession order filed by two sons of a deceased man, ruling that the apartment and funds will remain with the nephew who cared for him for many long years.

At just 9 years old: The son of the late pop star will inherit tens of millions of dollars

In accordance with British inheritance laws, the only son of singer Liam Payne is the sole heir to a vast fortune estimated at over 32 million dollars net.

The $820 billion report: Why the S&P 500 is going to break a record?

Investment bank UBS estimates that $820 billion in artificial intelligence investments will expand the market rally and push the S&P 500 index to a new record.

The Rat Race 2.0: The less glamorous side of the AI revolution

AI was supposed to ease the burden on employees, but many workers are learning to work with it outside of office hours. This is how the technology meant to save time turned into an extra shift.

Hundreds of shekels a year: The increase that will affect the pocket of every worker in Israel

After two years of freezes and cuts in the shadow of the war, an agreement was signed to update convalescence pay in the private sector to NIS 451.5 per day. How much will you gain from the move?

Unremitting fatigue: Seven medical reasons most people miss

Fatigue is one of the most common complaints in medicine, but the good news is that in most cases, a basic evaluation by a family doctor will uncover the cause of the problem.

What energy drinks really do to the body

They look like just another soft drink, and promise immediate alertness. But behind the bright colors and sweet taste of energy drinks hides a combination that could be dangerous.

Not necessarily every three hours: The truth parents must know about baby feeding

Many parents still hear that a baby must eat every 3 hours. In practice, the current recommendations in pediatrics and breastfeeding speak of responsive feeding.

Dr. Maya Rosman with the summer fruit that is excellent for weight loss

In the summer everyone gets excited about grapes and watermelon – but the truth is that plums are not only no less tasty – but they are also very healthy for you.

Canadian PM Carney ‘horrified’ by Montreal shooting near Jewish sites

Quebec Province Premier Christine Fréchette condemned the attack as an act that has “no place” in Canadian society and stated that she was “deeply shaken” by the shooting.

Mamdani’s Jewish allies criticize use of ‘monsters’ to describe AIPAC

Mamdani insisted he was referring to “not solely AIPAC,” but he singled out AIPAC again in his Monday remarks to reporters, saying the lobbying group was backing “a status quo for immorality."

UK PM Starmer leaves behind mixed record on antisemitism

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced that he was stepping down outside 10 Downing Street on Monday and will remain in the position until a successor is chosen.

New York coffee shop bars Jewish Congressman, 'we don't serve genocide enablers'

Poetica Coffee posted on Instagram saying "We issued [Dan Goldman] a refund - we don't need your money (it's probably coming from AIPAC anyways)." Their account has since been taken down.

DOJ probes coffee shop chain in New York after it bars pro-Israel US lawmaker

Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon stated that the US Department of Justice's Civil Rights Division has opened an investigation and will bring an enforcement action if warranted.

Supreme Court restores murder conviction in 1979 Etan Patz case

In a 6-3 decision, the Supreme Court reinstated the conviction in the 1979 Etan Patz killing, reversing a ruling that had ordered a retrial.

Boston principal apologizes to Muslim, Arab students who felt 'unsafe' after Holocaust lesson

Jewish groups are condemning a Boston middle school principal after he apologized in an email for the impact of a mandatory Holocaust lesson on some students.

Ramat Hasharon Municipality committed to fine businesses in the BIG complex that open on Shabbat

Business owners who open their doors on Saturdays face a fine of NIS 730.

Spanish Jewish groups defend journalist Pilar Rahola amid hate speech complaint

Jewish organizations in Spain have rallied behind journalist Pilar Rahola after prosecutors opened preliminary proceedings over a complaint tied to her pro-Israel views.

UK MPs dismiss petition targeting Israeli control over politics as rooted in antisemitic tropes

UK MPs rejected an e-petition calling for an inquiry into alleged “pro-Israel influence” on British politics, warning it echoed antisemitic conspiracy theories.

vLine Random Video Chat: WebRTC OmeTV & Omegle Alternatives in 2026

For users looking beyond older chat platforms, vLine offers browser-based random video chat with fast access, WebRTC technology, and clear rules.

Only Jewish Board member of CMHR resigns over 'one-sided' upcoming Nakba exhibition

Mark Berlin stepped down from the Canadian Museum for Human Rights, citing concerns that its upcoming Nakba exhibit lacks historical balance.

Australian judge excludes video of nurses threatening Israeli patients from case

The video at the center of the Sydney nurses case has been ruled inadmissible after a judge found it was obtained in breach of state laws.

New York’s Jewish leadership turns out in force for United Hatzalah

More than 1,300 community leaders, philanthropists and supporters gathered in Lower Manhattan for their annual New York Gala

Israeli success in France: Tel Aviv AI firm sold to French giant media group Netgem

BARY, which says its technology cuts translation and subtitling costs by 50%, has been acquired by Netgem, which will integrate its AI-based localization platform into its film and TV services.

A personal injury guide for Israeli-Americans in California: Auto accidents and insurance
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