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IDF troops arrest 5 armed Palestinians near Kibbutz Migdal Oz
JPOST.COM STAFF \
2/2/2009 12:22:52 AM
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'Veteran Israelis, not just olim, lift Lieberman in polls'
Pollster Rafi Smith says Israel Beiteinu could be 'the biggest election surprise.'
ABE SELIG \
2/2/2009 1:17:01 AM
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The man who bugs Israel and Hamas by unraveling their claims
Probing human rights breaches, Fred Abrahams makes foes on both sides.
REBECCA ANNA STOIL \
2/2/2009 1:18:49 AM
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FARC rebels unilaterally free 4 Colombian hostages
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Initiative seeks to forestall tender on Channel 10
Communications Minister Ariel Attias has drawn up a plan to save the financially-strapped channel.
SHELLY PAZ \
2/2/2009 2:12:33 AM
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Sneh helped cafe owner resist mob takeover
Police tells 'Post' no new developments in probe of torching of Yisrael Hazaka party chairman's car.
YAAKOV LAPPIN \
2/2/2009 2:14:04 AM
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Gaydamak adviser posts bail after arrest for tax evasion
Milshtein tells reporters outside court "mistakes were made" but "things would be straightened out.
YAAKOV LAPPIN \
2/2/2009 2:14:56 AM
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Olmert calls opponents of IDF legal expert's posting 'hypocrites'
Col. Pnina Sharvit-Baruch, who gave green light to army's actions in Gaza Strip, will be appointed to TAU faculty despite protests .
Haviv Rettig Gur \
2/2/2009 2:16:57 AM
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Chavez condemns attack on Venezuela synagogue, blames political foes
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Chavez condemns synagogue attack
In televised speech, Venezuelan president suggests his political foes responsible for the vandalism.
AP and Haviv Rettig Gur \
2/2/2009 3:12:35 AM
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Sudan asks UN peacekeepers to leave Darfur town ahead of offensive
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Greek police seize 57kg heroin stash at Turkish border
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SPNI report finds open spaces threatened
Government, private development initiatives could turn Israel's open spaces to built-up areas.
EHUD ZION WALDOKS \
2/2/2009 4:59:00 AM
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Australian Open: Ram/Dechy come up short in mixed doubles final
The Israeli/French duo led 3-2 in the first set before losing 10 of the next 11 games and crashing to the defeat after just 55 minutes.
ALLON SINAI \
2/2/2009 5:00:15 AM
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Local Hoops: Maccabi TA rolls over Galil Elyon
Maccabi faces Hapoel Jerusalem next week, but Pini Gershon focuses on big Euroleague game in Barcelona.
ALLON SINAI \
2/2/2009 5:01:29 AM
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Local Soccer: Tel Aviv derby highlights 9th round State Cup draw
"This is a very interesting and challenging draw," Maccabi chairman Aviv Bushinsky says.
ALLON SINAI \
2/2/2009 5:02:47 AM
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Israel kicks off London 2012 campaign
OCI announces targets for the 2012 Games: break through glass ceiling and claim more medals than ever before.
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Volcano erupts near Tokyo raining ash down on city; none injured
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Obama: Iraq's peaceful elections aid substantial US troop pullout
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Obama: Iraq's peaceful elections aid US troop pullout
US president: We're in a position to start putting more responsibility on the Iraqis, substantial number of US soldiers will return home.
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Steelers win record sixth Super Bowl
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Sri Lankan hospital hit by shelling, 9 killed
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Marzel to serve as chief observer at Umm el-Fahm ballot box
JPOST.COM STAFF \
2/2/2009 7:48:59 AM
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Police: Suicide bomber kills 18 Afghan policemen
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Police: Suicide bomber kills 18 Afghan policemen
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Indian arrested for threatening to hijack plane
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Kassam hits Sha'ar Hanegev kibbutz
None hurt; earlier, IAF kills Gaza terrorist involved in mortar shell strike on Eshkol region.
JPOST.COM STAFF \
2/2/2009 9:44:08 AM
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Marzel made chief monitor at Umm El-Fahm polling station
Right-wing activist to represent National Union party as head ballot box observer in Arab town.
BRENDA GAZZAR \
2/2/2009 10:08:32 AM
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IDF troops kill Palestinian gunman at checkpoint in South Hebron Hills
JPOST.COM STAFF \
2/2/2009 10:09:31 AM
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The soul sideman
Formerly James Brown's bandleader, Fred Wesley coming here for 4 shows.
David Brinn \
2/2/2009 10:25:02 AM
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Qatar's mood swings: Pro-Iran or pro-West?
First it hosted a conference with Iran's president and Hamas' leader; 3 days later, Qatari leaders had lunch with Saudi King Abdullah and gushed about unity with US's top Arab partners.
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No answer at Davos forum to global meltdown
US blamed for starting the financial crisis now turning into a global recession.
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Dubai court fines man for cross-dressing
Indian national also given six-month suspended jail sentence for wearing glittering outfit, bra, perfume, wig, and mascara.
The Media Line News Agency \
2/2/2009 11:02:30 AM
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Hamas leader praises Iran for help in Gaza fight
Iran's state TV reports Mashaal told Ahmadinejad Iran played a role in what he called "victory of Gaza's people" in the war with Israel.
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Investigation: US banks sought foreign workers for high-paying jobs
The dozen banks now receiving the biggest rescue packages requested visas for more than 21,800 foreign workers over the past six years.
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Hamas leader praises Iran for help in Gaza fight
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IDF troops foil West Bank terror attack
Palestinian gunman shot dead after opening fire on army checkpoint in Hebron Hills; sappers check car.
Yaakov Katz \
2/2/2009 11:31:21 AM
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Volcano erupts near Tokyo raining ash down on city
Chunks of rock from the explosion were found about 3,300 feet (1,000 meters) away from the volcano.
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Mortar shell lands in open area in Eshkol region; none wounded
JPOST.COM STAFF \
2/2/2009 11:55:38 AM
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Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi chosen as African Union head
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A flamenco storm
Keren and Avner Pesach are debuting 'Remangar2 Live,' which combines traditional Spanish dance and music with contemporary emotions.
HELEN KAYE \
2/2/2009 12:55:23 PM
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'Waltz With Bashir' gets another top prize
Ari Folman's Waltz With Bashir won the documentary award from the Directors Guild of America.
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Meretz candidate Sasson receives phone threat
Party No.7 compiled report advocating dismantling of illegal settlement outposts.
YAAKOV LAPPIN \
2/2/2009 1:18:49 PM
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Tmuna offers works-in-progress
Filmmaker Ram Levi's Just Don't Think Twice revisits a TV documentary he made in 1972 about theater great Nissim Aloni.
JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
2/2/2009 1:20:06 PM
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Abbas, US envoy in Paris for Mideast talks
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Police arrest two people suspected of breaking into Haifa apartments
JPOST.COM STAFF \
2/2/2009 1:58:43 PM
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Livni: Israel must put forward a peace plan
Kadima head tells Herzliya Conference: If we don't initiate plan in Hebrew, "we'll get one in Arabic and French."
HAVIV RETTIG GUR, Gil Stern Stern HOFFMAN and greer fay cashman \
2/2/2009 2:04:42 PM
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Mashaal thanks Iran for help in Gaza
Hamas leader: Teheran played a "big role" in the "victory;" Ahmadinejad: Israel planning another op.
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Lieberman: There's 'unholy alliance' among my critics
"We are not against the Left or against the Arabs... we're for the State of Israel," says Israel Beiteinu leader.
ABE SELIG \
2/2/2009 2:36:33 PM
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Kenya declares weeklong mourning for fire victims
Two massive fires in the past two weeks killed more than 140 people.
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Dalai Lama in hospital for test for arm discomfort
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Court stops order blocking Egyptian gas to Israel
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ElBaradei: Ample time to engage Iran on nukes
Israeli experts say IAEA head lacks reliable intelligence information.
Haviv Rettig Gur \
2/2/2009 4:29:24 PM
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Barak: Gaza, West Bank can be connected by 48-kilometer tunnel
JPOST.COM STAFF \
2/2/2009 4:31:53 PM
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Bibi: 'A sane country doesn't give its capital to its enemies'
Gil Stern Stern HOFFMAN \
2/2/2009 4:53:10 PM
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Netanyahu: My gov't will keep J'lem united
During tour on Mount of Olives, Likud chairman says, "We didn't return to Jerusalem only to give it up."
Gil Stern Stern HOFFMAN \
2/2/2009 4:59:48 PM
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Hamas official to 'Post': Deal likely this week
EU envoy says Israel and the Palestinian Authority are ready to reopen the Rafah crossing.
BRENDA GAZZAR, TOVAH LAZAROFF and YAAKOV KATZ \
2/2/2009 5:03:01 PM
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Israel slams UN 'provocation' at Erez
Trucks arrive at Gaza crossing without receiving OK; UNRWA to improve aid audits over Israeli fears.
Yaakov Katz \
2/2/2009 5:47:42 PM
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State Prosecutor briefs 'war crimes' suspects
Justice Ministry scrambles to prevent possible trial of top officials involved in 2002 assassination of Hamas operative.
REBECCA ANNA STOIL \
2/2/2009 6:00:08 PM
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India and IAEA sign nuclear inspections deal
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High-ranking officer arrested for links with criminal, fraud
YAAKOV LAPPIN \
2/2/2009 6:22:15 PM
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Le Hamas remercie l'Iran
Teheran a jou? un "grand r?le dans la victoire de Gaza".
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Police search for rock throwers who smashed Haifa bus window
YAAKOV LAPPIN \
2/2/2009 6:33:23 PM
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65-year-old found dead in Ramat Gan apartment; police suspect murder
YAAKOV LAPPIN \
2/2/2009 6:42:45 PM
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Court stops order halting Egyptian gas to Israel
Demonstrators gather outside court holding up pictures of Nasrallah, and signs reading, "Stop the bleeding of natural resources."
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'Erdogan's stint as mediator is over'
Gov't official: Turkish PM "won't be accepted as an honest broker by Israel" after recent Gaza comments.
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Assad urges active European role in Middle East
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Barak: Link Gaza, W. Bank with tunnel
Defense minister says 48km. tunnel would assure free movement; stresses need for two-state solution.
JPOST.COM STAFF \
2/2/2009 7:19:35 PM
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'Gaza, West Bank can be linked by tunnel'
Barak says that 48-km. tunnel will assure undisturbed movement; stresses need for two-state solution.
JPOST.COM STAFF \
2/2/2009 7:24:22 PM
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Meretz, Likud both express doubt Livni can bring peace
Gil Stern Stern HOFFMAN \
2/2/2009 7:44:25 PM
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Syria: Decision on talks after elections
Country's FM says Damascus will decide on whether to renew indirect talks with Israel after Feb. 10.
JPOST.COM STAFF AND AP \
2/2/2009 8:13:57 PM
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'Guard sexually harassed by her commander in the Knesset'
JPOST.COM STAFF \
2/2/2009 8:15:27 PM
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European, Asian stock markets fall on poor earnings, banking woes
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IDF confiscates two rifles northeast of Ramallah
JPOST.COM STAFF \
2/2/2009 8:57:05 PM
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Lieberman: Israel Beiteinu 'is not against the Left or against the Arabs'
ABE SELIG \
2/2/2009 9:00:02 PM
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Gaza cease-fire talk
It's time for the Arab world and the international community to lean on Hamas.
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Truly, a good Jew
In over 60 years at the Joint, Abramovitch has helped Jews in DP camps, Morocco, the FSU and Iran.
Ruth Eglash \
2/2/2009 9:07:51 PM
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February 3: No more Mr. Nice
The recent spate of anti-Semitic manifestations was predictable, and Israel shares the blame for it.
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You've got (hate) mail
Forget love letters. In war, all e-mails are considered fair.
Liat Collins \
2/2/2009 9:16:06 PM
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Why I'm heading back to the US
I've looked for over 5 years for jobs that match my skills but to no avail.
DAVID TEICH \
2/2/2009 9:18:47 PM
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A lesser economic evil
To enhance economic productivity and competitiveness, Israel must engage in basic reforms.
Daniel Doron \
2/2/2009 9:20:05 PM
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Why apologize?
Over past 20 years, US has done more for oppressed Muslims than any nation.
CHARLES KRAUTHAMMER \
2/2/2009 9:22:02 PM
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Our World: The Israeli solution
The best way to move forward is to reject the calls for a solution and concentrate instead on stabilization.
Caroline Glick \
2/2/2009 9:23:39 PM
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The Palestinian revolution of rising expectations
When the material and educational standards rise, the people develop expectations.
ELLIS WEINTRAUB \
2/2/2009 9:25:03 PM
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Police nab suspects in baker kidnapping
Man abducted for ransom, family receives continuous telephone threats to his life and demands for money.
YAAKOV LAPPIN \
2/2/2009 9:47:57 PM
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Energy chief urges Dutch government to use more nuclear power
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Yishai unwilling to commit Shas to prisoner swap
Rabbi Ovadia Yosef meets Schalit's father and grandfather and prays for Gilad's safe return.
Matthew Wagner \
2/2/2009 9:50:15 PM
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Third sector looks to gov't for financial relief
Some 30 non-profit organizations call for emergency plan to help keep hundreds of local charities and grass-roots organizations from closing down.
Ruth Eglash \
2/2/2009 9:57:43 PM
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Environment fails to challenge security, economy for voter interest
Green issues appear to be receding following the Gaza conflict and a looming recession, pollsters tell Post.
EHUD ZION WALDOKS \
2/2/2009 9:59:58 PM
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Analysis: How green are the parties?
Almost all parties address environment in their platforms, but how important do they really think it is?
EHUD ZION WALDOKS \
2/2/2009 10:02:27 PM
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Cyclists to show support for quality of life-oriented parties
Hundreds of bicycle and rollerblade enthusiasts will get on their wheels to persuade voters to back parties committed to health and the environment.
JUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH \
2/2/2009 10:04:36 PM
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US sending badminton team to Teheran in bid to engage Iranian people
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2 women lightly hurt in stone-throwing northeast of Kalkilya
JPOST.COM STAFF \
2/2/2009 10:42:03 PM
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Saudi issues list of wanted suspects abroad
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Abbas: Israeli strikes endanger truce
PA president calls for "solution with Hamas" in framework of national unity government.
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Obama plans to set up stimulus oversight board
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Labor: Netanyahu's 'total capitalism' will deepen economic crisis
Presentation of Labor's social platform brings claims and counterclaims.
SHELLY PAZ \
2/2/2009 11:23:35 PM
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IDF colonel leaves speaking tour of UK for fear of arrest
Col. (res.) Geva Rapp told to return home after pro-Palestinian protesters try to interrupt appearance.
JONNY PAUL, JPost correspondent in LONDON \
2/2/2009 11:25:53 PM
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Spain may amend war crimes law
Following probe of Israeli security officials, diplomat says universal jurisdiction has been "abused."
Etgar Lefkovits \
2/2/2009 11:33:11 PM