Opinion

Jerusalem Post's talented team of journalists provides insight into their work presented in the opinion section. This section highlights the beliefs and values that experienced writers who are witnessing the Middle East turmoil unfold. Their first hand encounters with world leaders have shaped their opinions and world views to be shared on this page.

Israel should support the South Azerbaijan's independence from Iran

Since we assume that Iran fears the independence of Southern Azerbaijan and given the strong ties between Northern Azerbaijan and Israel, why shouldn't Israel have ties with Southern Azerbaijan?

Israel's overlooked front line: Daycare centers emotionally supporting toddlers, infants

Daycare centers serve as a crucial setting for providing emotional and therapeutic support to toddlers.

By RUTH STERN-KATRY
25/03/2025
 (L-R) Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and Benjamin Netanyahu seen over flags of Turkey and Israel

Turkey’s NATO veto against Israel undermines global security against Russia, Iran

Ankara’s veto signals that its geopolitical priorities increasingly diverge from those of the alliance, providing NATO’s adversaries – particularly Russia and Iran – opportunities to exploit.

By SHAY GAL
25/03/2025

'Fratricidal discourse': The Shin Bet standoff puts Israel's democracy in a bind

How Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's firing of Shin Bet (Israel Security Agency) head Ronen Bar kicked off a clash between Israel's security and political spheres.

Settler leader to 'Post': Gush Etzion is a critical asset for Israel’s future

Gush Etzion is not just another region – it is a cornerstone of our national story. The time to strengthen it is now. Now is the time for Gush Etzion. Let’s seize it.

By YARON ROSENTHAL
25/03/2025
 Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Construction and Housing Minister Yitzhak Goldknopf

A gov't of desecration: Goldknopf’s dance shows Israelis who is really to blame

How in the world can self-identifying Zionist Knesset members in the coalition participate in this injustice?

By MATAN KAHANA
24/03/2025

How American college campuses became the Islamo-leftists' playground - opinion

Progressive movements in the United States have formed a dangerous alliance with radical Muslim groups, using victimhood to create an anti-American coalition.

 A woman poses next to an Iranian flag and photo of the Persian Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, during a

Why Iranians embrace Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi: Nowruz vs Ramadan, Pahlavi vs Khamenei

During the New Year celebration Nowruz, Iranians chose their old traditions, while the regime imposed mourning for Imam Ali. More and more, slogans for Reza Pahlavi as leader of a secular Iran.

By AFSHIN ELLIAN
24/03/2025
 Israeli attorney general Gali Baharav-Miara attends the funeral of former Judge Elisheva Barak-Usso

Government vs attorney-general: Vendetta or necessity?

Israel needs reform to balance legal oversight with democratic accountability, not politically driven purges. Now is the time for responsibility, not another showdown between branches of government.

Building a circular economy: What Israel can learn from the US West Coast

By combining cross-border expertise, research capabilities, and new technologies, companies can advance a bottom-up approach.

By ANAT E. BUJANOVER
24/03/2025
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