The Jerusalem Post Archive

25 September 2025
With an investment of NIS 1.5 million: Dreame’s fifth concept store in Israel

The global brand for robotic and cordless vacuum cleaners continues to expand its presence in Israel, reaching the Ofer Grand Haifa Mall.

The rabbinical courts: Sick system at the heart of society - opinion

The courts are staffed by judges who rule on momentous matters within a system that lacks proper training, transparency, and oversight.

Opening the gates of tears: Finding hope and strength in Jewish tradition - opinion

Prayer becomes more than words to God. It becomes the opening of our hearts so that we may feel the suffering of others.

Iran sanctions snapback: Enforcement is the only way to curb Tehran’s threats - opinion

The only question is whether governments will translate the legal mechanism into enforcement or allow it to fade into symbolism.

October 7 shattered our sense of safety but not our capacity for resilience - opinion

Resilience is not about snapping back to what was before but about taking pain and integrating it into a story that creates strength.

The soundtrack of a nation: how Israeli composers responded to war

Twelve different Israeli composers react to the war and the events of October 7.

Israel’s strike on Hamas failed tactically but sends strategic regional messages - opinion

The Israeli strike's main achievements lie in the messages it conveyed.

European leaders mimic the Arab playbook to shift blame onto Israel - opinion

Opening Egypt’s gates to the masses of Gazans seeking safe haven, even temporarily, could be the most realistic and immediate solution. 

Grapevine, September 25, 2025: Not exactly alone

The generosity of Diaspora Jews.

An essential defeat: Why Israel must destroy Hamas in Gaza City - opinion

A victory of Israel will inject encouragement to the conservatives and the nationalists in the free world, who mostly view Israel as a Western nationalist bastion in a rough neighborhood.

A Holocaust survivor's aliyah story: Survival, rebuilding and healing

How can a 96-year-old who has been through so much leave his comfortable home to completely start over? It’s astounding to think of him beginning afresh at this point in his life.

The West's lesson to Hamas: Terror pays - editorial

To UN delegates who say recognition is about “reviving hope,” the answer is simple: tie hope to behavior.

Israel's Foreign Ministry slams Abbas following UN speech

The ministry highlighted the pin he wore, which is an "unmistakable symbol of his goal of erasing Israel." 

'Israel's policy runs counter to the world, we are committed to dialogue,' Syria's Sharaa at UNGA

Sharaa, who became the first Syrian leader to go on the podium of the UNGA since 1967, reiterated his pleas for the lifting of sanctions on Syria.

Ukraine restores diplomatic relations with Syria, Zelensky says

Ukraine broke off relations with Syria in 2022 after the ousted Syrian leader, Bashar al-Assad's government, recognized swathes of Russian-occupied Ukraine as "independent" Russian-backed areas.

Police close Denmark's Aalborg Airport, shut down airspace due to drone sightings

"Drones have been observed near Aalborg Airport, and the airspace is closed. The police are present and investigating further," read the official statement.

American Jewish summer camps offer Israeli teens a break from pressures at home

770 teens from the Gaza Envelope attended camp this past summer as part of Campers2Gether, a Jewish Agency initiative that began in 2024.

WHO: No evidence linking paracetamol use during pregnancy to autism

The clarification followed remarks by US President Donald Trump, who had claimed such a connection existed at a press conference earlier that day.

Rabbi Jonathan Sacks's new Torah commentary is making waves in Israel five years after his death

Sacks, the chief rabbi of Great Britain, is the author of a posthumous volume that is challenging Israel’s top-selling Koren Tanakh.

Spain sends vessels to assist Sumud Flotilla, says they are ready to 'perform rescue operations'

"Spain's government demands that international law be complied with and the right of its citizens to navigate the Mediterranean under safe conditions," said Spanish President Sanchez.

An open letter to Western leaders who recognize a Palestinian state - opinion

Western leaders' recognition of a Palestinian state seems more like a punishment for Bibi and his reckless actions than anything else.

Macron, Pezeshkian discuss French prisoners, Iranian nuclear program at UNGA

"An agreement remains possible. Only a few hours are left. It is up to Iran to respond to the legitimate conditions we have set," Macron concluded.

'Those are not Alon's eyes': Family of hostage Alon Ohel responds to Hamas video

The family is only allowing the publication of one photo, which was taken from the video published by the terrorist group on Monday. 

IDF announces name of soldier killed in Gaza, Tayibe resident accused of plan to kidnap IDF soldier

Syria, Israel near 'de-escalation' pact • Milei calls for return of Gaza hostages at UNGA • Spain, Italy send naval vessels to assist Global Sumud Flotilla.

IDF announces name of soldier killed in Gaza City

Staff-Sergeant Chalachew Shimon Demalash was killed in battle while fighting in the Gaza Strip, the IDF announced on Thursday.

Anti-Israel arsonist Casey Goonan gets 20 years for Berkeley and Oakland firebombings

The 35-year-old Oakland and Pleasant Hill resident received 235 months in prison and was ordered to pay over $94,000 in restitution.

Officials recommend sanctions on PA leadership after Palestinian state recognition - report

Israeli security officials urge restricting PA leaders' movement and income sources but warn against harming civilians, Army Radio reported.

Milei to UN: Free Gaza hostages now, remember AMIA and embassy bombings

Argentine president at UNGA 80 urges immediate release of Hamas-held captives, invokes the 1992 Israeli Embassy and 1994 AMIA attacks, and calls on the UN to refocus on peace and security.

False Antisemitic Claims Target Jews, Israel over Charlie Kirk Assassination

Anti-Semites are exploiting Kirk’s death to advance a hateful agenda, asserting without evidence that the State of Israel was responsible for Kirk’s murder

Justin Alintoff leads Team Israel to 9-1 win, quarterfinals berth at Euro Baseball

“Today was Alintoff’s show,” said Israel manager Nate Fish. “But everyone rose to the occasion with an offense that put the game out of reach early."

Anti-Israel activism has produced the next generation of violent far Left icons - analysis

From alleged Washington shooter Elias Rodriguez to serial arsonist Casey Goonan, a new generation of far Left activists is canonizing violent criminals as heroes of the anti-Israel cause.

Drones, systems hack test Europe's aviation security defenses

In Denmark, drones halted flights at Copenhagen's main airport on Monday for several hours.

Man killed by train at Holon's Wolfson station, MDA confirms

A man was killed after being trapped under a train car at Holon’s Wolfson Station, halting service and causing delays on Thursday morning.

'The detector went crazy': Hoard found in Byzantine Christian center near Sea of Galilee

Dr. Michael Eisenberg said this is one of Israel’s main Byzantine treasures, unique for its mix of jewelry and gold coins from various emperors.

Kafr Kara shooting kills 29-year-old amid rising Arab sector homicide wave

According to the Abraham Initiatives, 187 Arab-Israelis have been murdered in 2025.

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