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Analysis: What does Angela Merkel’s election win mean for Israel?
Merkel has a good understanding of Israeli security interests.
By Benjamin Weinthal, Jerusalem Post correspondent \
9/23/2013 6:48:10 AM
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Kenya military says it has freed most hostages from mall siege
By REUTERS \
9/23/2013 12:37:40 AM
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Merkel wins German election but faces tough coalition choices
Incumbent is one of few EU leaders to survive debt crisis.
By REUTERS \
9/23/2013 12:48:43 AM
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Netanyahu: Jews can move into Hebron building near where IDF soldier killed
PM's decision comes hours after fatal W. Bank attack.
By TOVAH LAZAROFF \
9/23/2013 1:39:39 AM
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Maccabi Haifa, Maccabi Tel Aviv primed for tantalizing basketball showdown
A loss would see the Greens fall six points behind the reigning champion after just three matches.
By ALLON SINAI \
9/23/2013 1:46:12 AM
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Israeli driver lightly injured by stone thrower in W. Bank
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
9/23/2013 2:08:08 AM
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Israelis emerge from Nairobi mall hit by terror
Israeli survivor of siege tells "Post" he is unsure of his future in Nairobi and he is "very proud to be Israeli.”
By SHARON UDASIN \
9/23/2013 2:26:22 AM
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Al-Qaida-affiliated ISIS seeks to ‘cleanse’ Syrian town
Group announced this month a campaign of “cleansing evil” directed at moderate pro-Western opposition groups.
By Benjamin Weinthal, Jerusalem Post correspondent \
9/23/2013 2:43:47 AM
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Powerful typhoon kills 20 in southern China, swipes Hong Kong
By REUTERS \
9/23/2013 2:48:49 AM
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Analysis: The IDF and restraining orders against Israelis in the West Bank
Many settlers would not prefer a regime in which many of their legal issues were dealt with in the military justice system.
By YONAH JEREMY BOB \
9/23/2013 3:12:08 AM
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3 killed in multiple shooting in western Michigan
By REUTERS \
9/23/2013 5:22:09 AM
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Ailing Shas spiritual leader Yosef kept in dark on brother’s death
Ovadia Yosef's doctors and family fear that news of his brother's death will cause his health to deteriorate.
By Gil Stern Stern HOFFMAN \
9/23/2013 3:50:30 AM
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Beit Shemesh mayor Abutbol: ‘It is easier to manage Tel Aviv than this town’
In upcoming city election Abutbol representing Shas is facing off against Eli Cohen a traditionalist Sephardi.
By SAM SOKOL \
9/23/2013 4:15:47 AM
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US condemns killing of 2 slain IDF soldiers in West Bank
By REUTERS \
9/23/2013 4:53:11 AM
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Syria's Assad says not concerned about UN draft resolution
By REUTERS \
9/23/2013 5:27:29 AM
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Report: Netanyahu to compare Iran and North Korean nuclear 'ploys' in UN speech
Official involved in writing speech gives details to NYT.
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
9/23/2013 6:41:52 AM
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The Hebron hate
By YISRAEL MEDAD \
9/23/2013 6:55:00 AM
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Heavy and sustained gunfire from Kenyan mall under siege
By REUTERS \
9/23/2013 6:55:32 AM
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Venture to be Vulnerable!
By PROFESSOR BEN CORN \
9/23/2013 6:58:00 AM
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Analysis: UN General Assembly could see real Mideast breakthroughs
US is looking at the prospect of diplomatic advances on Israel-Palestinian talks, Iran and Syria.
By MICHAEL WILNER, JERUSALEM POST CORRESPONDENT \
9/23/2013 2:06:40 PM
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Analysis: Hamas has found itself isolated and alone
Egypt has turned against it, the PA is happy to pour fuel on the flames, and Israel has shown understanding for Egypt's security needs.
By Zvi Mazel \
9/23/2013 7:34:10 AM
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IDF: Deaths of two soldiers were isolated incidents, not Palestinian escalation
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
9/23/2013 10:36:30 AM
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Somali militants say Israeli forces attempted to enter besieged Nairobi mall
Gunfire, explosions heard inside mall as crisis enters 3rd day.
By REUTERS \
9/23/2013 9:47:47 AM
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Givati Brigade soldier killed in Hebron to be buried today at 4 p.m.
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
9/23/2013 9:03:24 AM
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Report: Suicide bomber in Russia's North Caucasus kills two, wounds 20
By REUTERS \
9/23/2013 9:29:36 AM
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Somali Islamist militants threaten to kill Kenya hostages
By REUTERS \
9/23/2013 9:30:32 AM
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Claire Danes grabs another Emmy for 'Homeland'
'Breaking Bad' finally makes good with best drama award; 'Modern Family' wins best comedy; Jeff Daniels takes best actor in a drama for 'The Newsroom.'
By REUTERS \
9/23/2013 9:52:01 AM
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Greek far-right party loses support after anti-racism rapper's death
By REUTERS \
9/23/2013 10:33:30 AM
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Palestinian FM: Hebron killing of IDF soldier no reason to give up on peace talks
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
9/23/2013 11:06:42 AM
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Sarona’s final reincarnation?
The stakes are high for Tel Aviv's Ganei Sarona project, not only for its aspired commercial success and its responsibility in preserving a heritage site; Sarona is a new district being born into a into a competitive city.
By ITAI PALTI \
9/23/2013 10:44:16 AM
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Al-Qaida-linked fighters killed in clash with Syria rebels
By REUTERS \
9/23/2013 10:56:45 AM
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Landau urges Israel to freeze peace talks until PA condemns killing of soldiers
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
9/23/2013 11:28:38 AM
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Calling sukka enthusiasts: Join Sukkathon for world's best tabernacle!
"In the spirit of inviting guests into one's sukka, The Jewish Agency for Israel would like you to open your sukka to other Jews from communities around the world," Agency says in call for submissions.
By TAMARA ZIEVE \
9/23/2013 11:32:31 AM
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Labor MK Bar-Lev condemns PM's decision to allow Jews to move into disputed Hebron house
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
9/23/2013 11:41:21 AM
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IN PICTURES: Up, up, and away at Israel's hot air balloon festival
28 leading hot-air balloon crews from around the world gather at largest ever such event held in the Gilboa.
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
9/23/2013 12:15:46 PM
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Assad says Syria will honor US-Russia deal on chemical weapons
Syrian president: US is looking for excuses to strike Syria.
By REUTERS \
9/23/2013 12:55:56 PM
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Gantz: Murders of two IDF soldiers were isolated incidents
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
9/23/2013 1:00:19 PM
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Police chief: Kenya forces are closing in on mall attackers
By REUTERS \
9/23/2013 1:08:59 PM
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IDF beefs up Hebron presence after soldier's death
By YAAKOV LAPPIN \
9/23/2013 1:44:34 PM
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Blast shakes Nairobi mall, smoke pours from building
By REUTERS \
9/23/2013 1:44:35 PM
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New Yorker: Hezbollah executed Burgas attack without Iran's knowledge
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
9/23/2013 2:01:06 PM
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IDF boosts Hebron presence, hunts for soldier's killer
IDF lifts curfew in city, narrows search to one neighborhood.
By YAAKOV LAPPIN \
9/23/2013 2:23:34 PM
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The court that cried wolf
Had the High Court not ruined its own credibility, migrant ruling might get the respect it merits.
By EVELYN GORDON \
9/23/2013 2:26:00 PM
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En route to New York, Rouhani urges world to engage in dialogue with Iran
Iranian president condemns sanctions imposed on Tehran over nuclear program, says Iran is a victim of WMDs.
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
9/23/2013 2:37:43 PM
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Kenya says killed two militants in Monday operations
By REUTERS \
9/23/2013 2:54:17 PM
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Egypt court bans all Muslim Brotherhood activities
By REUTERS \
9/23/2013 3:04:29 PM
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Wounded Syrian girl walks again, thanks to Israeli hospital
8-year-old had her right leg shattered by mortar attack on her home in Daraa region.
By JUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH \
9/23/2013 3:13:15 PM
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Report: Livni meets with PLO official Abed Rabbo in New York
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
9/23/2013 3:13:38 PM
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Reviving Jewish life in the Diaspora – if not now, never
Former Israeli diplomat and regional representative of Jewish education NGO says if we don't act now to connect Jews in the Diaspora to their roots, their children and grandchildren will be lost to the Jewish people.
By TAMARA ZIEVE \
9/23/2013 3:39:39 PM
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Egypt court bans all Muslim Brotherhood activities
Court orders seizure of the Brotherhoods's funds.
By REUTERS \
9/23/2013 3:39:43 PM
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Smoke billows from Nairobi mall as forces 'close in'
Interior minister says militants started fire, siege nears end; still unclear how many hostages remain in mall.
By REUTERS \
9/23/2013 4:12:15 PM
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Russia's Putin worries Syria violence may reach ex-Soviet bloc
By REUTERS \
9/23/2013 4:26:26 PM
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Slain Givati soldier buried in Haifa military cemetery
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
9/23/2013 5:48:57 PM
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Iranian FM set to partake in six-power talks at UN this week
By REUTERS \
9/23/2013 4:48:09 PM
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Israeli fugitive extradited from Switzerland
By BEN HARTMAN \
9/23/2013 5:12:09 PM
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Italian sporting hero posthumously honored as Righteous Gentile
Yad Vashem honors popular Italian public figure Gino Bartali, who risked his life to save Jews by transporting forged documents across the country.
By TAMARA ZIEVE \
9/23/2013 5:18:34 PM
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Russia's Putin warns of Islamic militant spillover from Syria into ex-Soviet bloc
Russian officials express fears of militants returning home.
By REUTERS \
9/23/2013 5:18:37 PM
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Iran frees 80 prisoners in token gesture ahead of Rouhani's visit to the UN
By REUTERS \
9/23/2013 5:21:30 PM
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Bennett challenges release of Palestinian prisoners in eulogy for slain soldier
Seven ministers send letter to prime minister asking him to reconsider the release of Palestinian prisoners from Israeli jails.
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
9/23/2013 8:36:59 PM
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US Secretary of State Kerry will join major powers' talks with Iran this week
By REUTERS \
9/23/2013 6:46:59 PM
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Dozens hike in memory of child terror victim
Over $5,000 raised during hike to support the Koby Mandell Foundation, which provides healing programs for families struck by terrorism.
By SHARON UDASIN \
9/23/2013 6:58:08 PM
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US senators tell Obama to 'stand tough' against Iran in upcoming UN speech
By REUTERS \
9/23/2013 7:05:47 PM
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India’s ‘leapfrogging’ mobile development, an opportunity for Israeli companies
Tel Aviv-based Ceragon to upgrade India’s third-largest mobile provider Idea Celluar in multi-million dollar deal.
By NIV ELIS \
9/23/2013 7:06:37 PM
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Attorney General axes aggressive police migrant detention policy for misdemeanors
Decision follows recent landmark High Court ruling on migrants.
By YONAH JEREMY BOB \
9/23/2013 7:24:48 PM
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Twin Baghdad blasts kill at least 16
By REUTERS \
9/23/2013 7:33:49 PM
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Kerry opens the door to talks with Iran
By REUTERS \
9/23/2013 7:54:40 PM
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Report: Shas spiritual leader Ovadia Yosef in dire health
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
9/23/2013 8:06:44 PM
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US Secretary of State Kerry and Iranian FM Zarif to meet at UN nuclear talks
Meeting to take place when Iran meets with 6 world powers.
By MAYA SHWAYDER AND MICHAEL WILNER \
9/23/2013 9:52:34 PM
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Rabbi Ovadia Yosef remains in serious condition on respirator
Family members angry over claims that Amar will succeed rabbi; "Shas will cease to exist after he passes," says source.
By JEREMY SHARON \
9/24/2013 4:59:02 PM
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BoI reduces interest rate to 1 percent
Seasonal unemployment down to 6.3%; shekel has hit its strongest levels in two years.
By NIV ELIS \
9/23/2013 9:06:30 PM
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A history of cooperation between Israel and Kenya
Israel is remaining silent about rescue involvement.
By YOSSI MELMAN \
9/23/2013 9:12:38 PM
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A mediocre and morbid Emmy Awards
‘Breaking Bad,’ ‘Modern Family’ earn the night’s biggest prizes, but an underlying theme of paying homage to deceased celebrities bogs down telecast.
By NOA AMOUYAL \
9/23/2013 9:28:22 PM
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Dance Review: Swan Lake on Ice TAPAC, September 17
The two entertainment producers who formed The Imperial Ice Stars group 10 years ago, hit a bonanza.
By ORA BRAFMAN \
9/23/2013 9:30:19 PM
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Fundamentally Freund: Putting God back into the IDF
On Wednesday morning of last week, just hours before the start of Succot, hundreds of young men in drab green uniforms mulled about at the foot of the Nahal Brigade memorial in Pardes Hanna.
By MICHAEL FREUND \
9/23/2013 9:35:01 PM
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Italian lawmaker Allam loves Israel despite death threats
Egypt-born member of European Parliament, lives under protection after writing article condemning Hamas.
By LAHAV HARKOV \
9/23/2013 9:50:06 PM
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No Holds Barred: The rabbi as a declining Jewish profession
I fear that money is becoming too important in our community, with the influence of rabbis being largely marginalized.
By SHMULEY BOTEACH \
9/23/2013 9:38:17 PM
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Hezbollah leader denies group received Syrian chemical weapons
By REUTERS \
9/23/2013 9:40:51 PM
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The Region: The ‘Iran is now moderate’ joke
I have never understood why anyone expected any US action on Iran’s nuclear program.
By BARRY RUBIN \
9/23/2013 9:41:20 PM
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Terra Incognita: It’s time to define Islamism as a crime against humanity
The attacks at Nairobi, Kenya’s Westgate shopping mall follow a familiar pattern to other attacks that occurred in the last few days: in Pakistan, where 81 were killed in the bombing of a church, and in Nigeria where 159 people were slaughtered by Islamists near Maiduguri.
By SETH J. FRANTZMAN \
9/23/2013 9:46:27 PM
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Syria: The history of a name
As Eyal Zisser rightly noted in a recent e-International Relations essay, all forecasts of an impending collapse of the Alawite order in Damascus seem to have been frustrated by Syrian realities that have befuddled and outwitted experts, diplomats and policymakers over the past few years.
By FRANCK SALAMEH \
9/23/2013 9:52:47 PM
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Borderline Views: Succot celebrations in the Jewish state
There is nothing more special in Israel than the festival period.
By DAVID NEWMAN \
9/23/2013 9:58:29 PM
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September 24: Basic groundwork
Rarely referred to in the media, but revealed in a Kol Israel radio interview in April 2009 by chief PA negotiator, Saeb Erekat, was a far-reaching, written peace proposal submitted by Abbas to the Israeli government during the final days of the Bush administration.
By JERUSALEM POST READERS \
9/23/2013 10:02:37 PM
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The burden of proof is on Iran
Iran’s new President Hassan Rouhani is clearly determined to get economic and financial sanctions on Iran lifted.
By EPHRAIM ASCULAI AND EMILY B. LANDAU \
9/23/2013 10:04:55 PM
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Is Tehran pursuing deception or diplomacy?
How should world leaders react to Rouhani’s apparent moderation and seemingly well-meaning words?
By BEN LEFVITAS \
9/23/2013 10:07:24 PM
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Dissolve the rabbinate
The chief rabbi of Israel – and any other rabbi, priest, sheikh or religious judge that receives a salary from the state of Israel – is forbidden to be involved in political activity.
By JPOST EDITORIAL \
9/23/2013 10:10:29 PM
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FIFA tackles travel restrictions for Palestinian footballers
Israeli Football Association head Avi Luzon, and his Palestinian counterpart, Jibril Rajoub meet in Zurich.
By REUTERS \
9/23/2013 10:32:47 PM
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France: UN Security Council will agree on resolution to enforce Syria chemical weapons deal
By REUTERS \
9/23/2013 10:37:11 PM
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Israelis, Palestinians trade barbs but peace talks are not derailed
Israel protests to US over "Palestinian Authority incitement," after 2 IDF soldiers murdered in separate terror attacks.
By TOVAH LAZAROFF AND KHALED ABU TOAMEH \
9/23/2013 11:12:20 PM
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Bakeries join up with NGO in Breast Cancer Awareness Month cookie campaign
All proceeds from the baking sale will go to the NGO One in Nine.
By DANIELLE ZIRI \
9/23/2013 11:03:07 PM
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Shoah survivors celebrate Succot in bomb-shelter community center
‘We’re the last generation, and this lets us be together to sing songs, listen to our music and speak to each other in Yiddish. This makes us happy.’
By DANIEL K. EISENBUD \
9/23/2013 11:09:31 PM
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Report: Iran denies involvement in Burgas attack
Expert: Tehran commissioned the attack in Burgas, but Hezbollah did it solo without any logistical support.
By BENJAMIN WEINTHAL JERUSALEM POST CORRESPONDENT \
9/23/2013 11:16:10 PM
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Britain's Hague: Time for Iran statements to be matched with action
By REUTERS \
9/23/2013 11:17:47 PM
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Mac TA makes emphatic statement in Haifa
Itzhaki’s opener, Prica’s pair propel first-place yellow-and-blue to rare road rout of Greens.
By ALLON SINAI \
9/23/2013 11:31:15 PM
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Elbit Systems boosts market again
Elbit Systems' rose strongly for the second straight day, as the Tel Aviv 25 Index moved within 6% of its all-time high.
By AVIV LEVY \
9/23/2013 11:37:43 PM
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Your Taxes: Tax ruling requests go online
In Israel, it has long been standard practice to obtain advance-tax rulings before completing a big deal – they are sometimes referred to as “pre-rulings.”
By LEON HARRIS \
9/23/2013 11:40:59 PM
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Tov party election HQ vandalized in Beit Shemesh
A party spokesman accused the “local haredi political machine” in Beit Shemesh of engaging in verbal incitement.
By SAM SOKOL \
9/23/2013 11:57:32 PM