The Question that Reveals the Antisemite
When someone criticizes Israel, we need only ask: “Are they OK with killing Jews?”
No Pals of Ours: Undiplomatic Palestinian Diplomats
Many of the Palestinian Authority’s most sophisticated officials, stationed around the world, have lauded the mass murder, gang rapes and baby-burnings of Oct. 7.
Born on October 7 (and Yom Kippur)
I cannot celebrate my 70th birthday either on Yom Kippur, because of the issur on cake, or on October 7, because my country is in tears, and that's it.
Limited Nuclear War and Israel’s National Strategy
Israel will need to find the best way of communicating a credible threat of limited nuclear war such that Iran and its proxies are deterred from continuing to escalate their aggression.
Commemorating Oct. 7: ‘Above all, we must not lose hope’
Some 200 cyclists gathered in southern Israel to honor the victims of Hamas's Oct. 7 massacre.
IDF’s Ground Op in Lebanon Aims to Prevent Another Oct. 7th
The targeted maneuvers follow months of special forces ops that uncovered staggering quantities of weapons meant for an invasion of the Galilee.
US Needs to Hear THIS Year’s Shofar
This year it would be wise for even those outside of the synagogue’s walls to accept the shofar’s invitation to wake up and reassess.
‘Irving Bunim: A Fire in His Soul: Part I
Irving Bunim, a key leader and builder of the Young Israel movement
Iran Hates and Fears the Baloch Minority More than It Does Israel
After Iran attacked Israel with over 200 ballistic missiles, it would behoove Israel to support Iran’s ethnic groups in an uprising aimed at toppling the mullahs in Tehran.
How Long Until Israel’s Foreign Aid Consists of Rewards for Dead Terrorists?
There’s a $10 million reward on his head. Or at least there was.
The Secret of Bibi’s Unacknowledged and Historic Popularity
To a large degree, the international narrative regarding the prime minister is shaped by media coverage in Israel. But the Israeli public isn’t buying it.
How Douglas Murray Became The Most Persuasive Pro-Israel Voice On The Planet
Murray, who is not Jewish, has become known as a fearless and masterful debater who has a penchant for slicing through nonsense and leaving oratory opponents sitting in a pound of their own flesh.
HIGH HOLIDAYS 2024: Take the 5785 Jewish Pundit QUIZ
Crystal Ball Time! Join Jonathan Tobin in guessing what will happen in the New Year.
When Iran Intervenes in US Elections
In the past four years, significant funds, nearly $60 billion, have effectively been given to Iran's mullahs by the Biden-Harris administration.
Israel Versus Hezbollah: Don’t Miss The Forest For The Trees
Interestingly, The New York Times reports that four Iranian officials told them in telephone interviews that news of Mr. Nasrallah’s death cast a pall of shock and anxiety over senior officials who wondered in private calls and during emergency meetings if Israel would strike Iran next, and if Mr. Khamenei would be its next target.
Israel Derangement Syndrome
As is well known, last week, pagers used by Hezbollah terrorists exploded, killing a handful of them and wounding hundreds more. Amazingly accurate, the exploding pagers killed very few noncombatants.
Hope’s Feathers Since October 7
While there is a growing shelf of books and memoirs in Israel on the horrors of the war and its politics by Nova survivors, released hostages, soldiers, politicians, and journalists, outside of Israel, there are relatively few books – though there will be a burgeoning literature in the years to come.
From Pagers To Nasrallah, Complain All You Want; This Is War
Interestingly, except for the usual suspects who deny Israel’s right to self-defense in the face of thousands of rocket, missile and drone attacks from Hezbollah, I have to admit to being a bit surprised by U.S. comments on Nasrallah’s assassination.
‘Mafia Tactics’: How Hezbollah Intimidates Christians, Steals Southern Lebanese Property
“We’re talking about extortion, forcing Christians to pay protection money, burning houses and cars and kidnapping businessmen. Those are the tactics they use. The Lebanese government doesn’t do anything. It’s dominated by Hezbollah.”
Judges Express Doubts About NY AG’s Case Against Trump
Some of the judges also focused on the enormity of the penalties, noting that since there was no harm to anyone, it was hard to reconcile the size of the penalties which are typically tied to the size of the harm claimed.
A War of Choice and a War of Necessity
'Once you have let it out, it It is impossible to put the genie back into the bottle'
Eye-witness to Atrocity at Supernova
A vital, heart-breaking film stands against the insanity over Israel that has consumed the West.
Signs Point to Imminent Ground Offensive in Lebanon
Israel’s war goals include securely returning northern residents to their homes.
Zion: A Place Worth Defending
Jews have historically defended liberty against tyranny and moral confusion...
Why Didn’t the US Do This?
In Six Weeks, Israel Has Eliminated As Many Wanted Terrorists as the US Has Done in the Last 20 Years
Irangate: Trump and Elect Kamala
Unlike Russiagate, Irangate is real and has roots in the White House.
The Illusionary ‘Two-State Solution’
Every time one hears American and European political leaders insist that Israel embrace a two-state solution, a number of questions come to mind. Is...
Fight Hezbollah Like a State Army, NOT Like a Terror Group
Years spent fighting the war on terror and the “war between the wars” have influenced Israeli strategic thinking. Hezbollah is a military force, but the war is still being conducted as a series of counter-terrorism operations.