Sam Halpern

Sam is a breaking news desk manager at The Jerusalem Post where he has worked since June 2023. He is a James Madison University alumnus where he graduated cum-laude with a degree in English and minors in Creative Writing and Environmental Studies.


Inbar Hayman and Muhammad al-Atarash

Israel identifies remains of slain hostages Inbar Hayman, Muhammad al-Atarash

Hamas police officers stand guard, amid a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, in Gaza City, October 11, 2025.

Explosions in Gaza City area as Hamas clashes with ‘collaborators with Israel’

US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, along with CENTCOM chief Brad Cooper, attend a field tour in Gaza conducted by IDF chief Eyal Zamir. October 11, 2025.

WATCH: US envoy Witkoff, Kushner, CENTCOM chief visit IDF base in Gaza to confirm withdrawal


Donald Trump, Qatar's Emir Al Thani talk Gaza deal as Israel awaits Hamas's response

Earlier on Wednesday, a senior official of Hamas told the BBC the terrorist organization will likely reject US President Donald Trump's 20-point peace plan.

 US President Donald Trump is escorted by Qatar's Emir Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani towards Air Force One, as he departs Al Udeid Air Base, en-route to Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, in Doha, Qatar, May 15, 2025.

Hamas likely to reject Trump's peace plan for Gaza, terror group official tells BBC

The British public-service broadcaster cited the official saying that the plan "serves Israel's interests" and "ignores those of the Palestinian people."

US PRESIDENT Donald Trump over a background of Hamas members.

Qatar: Israel undermining Middle East peace with 'aggressive' policies

“The State of Qatar affirmed that the Israeli occupation is seeking to undermine peace prospects and de-escalation efforts in the region," Muftah said.

The empty seats of the United States delegation are seen at the Human Rights Council at the United Nations European headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland, September 8, 2025.

WATCH: IDF footage exposes terrorists firing from Gaza’s Shifa Hospital

In using the hospital in this way, Hamas is intentionally putting at risk the lives of civilians, including hospital patients and staff, the military stated.

 Smoke rises as displaced Palestinians take shelter at Al Shifa hospital, amid the ongoing conflict between Hamas and Israel, in Gaza City, November 8, 2023.

‘The beginning of a process’: Western countries recognize Palestinian state at UNGA

Luc Frieden framed his country’s planned recognition of a Palestinian state as a step toward achieving a two-state solution.

Luxembourg's Prime Minister Luc Frieden addresses delegates during a high-level meeting of heads of state on a two-state solution between Israel and the Palestinians at United Nations headquarters in New York City, U.S., September 22, 2025.

Israeli-Syrian security pact expected to be signed by end of year - report

"There is progress in the talks with Israel" and “by the end of the year,” the two countries are expected to sign several agreements,  the official said.

 Illustrative of an Israel flag and Syria flag, with soldiers and weapons.

Hamas officials scramble to flee Gaza while forcing civilians to remain in harms way - COGAT

"While Hamas calls the residents of Gaza City NOT to move south, its operatives fear for their own lives and are seeking to leave the Gaza Strip," COGAT wrote.

Smoke rises from an Israeli strike, as displaced Palestinians, fleeing northern Gaza due to an Israeli military operation, move southward after Israeli forces ordered residents of Gaza City to evacuate to the south, in the central Gaza Strip September 14, 2025.

‘Understanding Hamas’: LSE to host launch of book claiming Hamas ‘demonized,’ ‘vilified’

The writers of the book have featured anti-Israel sentiments on their social media pages, including the celebration of terrorists.

 Pro Palestine students and protesters demonstrate inside the London School of Economics campus before ending their protest camp inside the University on June 17, 2024 in London, England.

Oklahoma advances two bills that would solidify IHRA antisemitism definition into state law

The bills were backed by the Combat Antisemitism Movement, an international network of 850 groups dedicated to combating antisemitism.

Oklahoma Senate Majority Floor Leader Julie Daniels, CAM Founder Adam Beren, State Senator Kristen Thompson, CAM CEO Sacha Roytman, and State Representative Emily Gise stand for a group photo inside the Oklahoma State Capitol, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Feb. 19, 2025.

Antisemitism Awareness Act revived after failing to appear before Senate, due to political disputes

Combat Antisemitism Movement, a leading NGO and international network of 850 groups dedicated to combating antisemitism, applauded the reintroduction of the bill.

 U.S. Senate and the House of Representatives members attend a joint session of Congress to certify Donald Trump's election, at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, U.S. January 6, 2025.