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Obama gets 'detailed review' of Syria options, speaks with Britain's Cameron
By REUTERS \
8/25/2013 12:26:36 AM
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Mac TA up-and-running with easy win at Acre
Defending champs score two early goals to open with three points while Beersheba blanks Beitar.
By ALLON SINAI \
8/25/2013 12:35:38 AM
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Iran: Syria will allow UN to probe site of alleged chemical weapons strike
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
8/25/2013 12:57:45 AM
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Obama views options on Syria with security team
US president meets with top advisers to hash out responses on recent allegations of chemical weapons use in Syria; Obama speaks with British PM Cameron, spokesperson says both leaders see "increasing signs" of regime attack.
By REUTERS \
8/25/2013 1:13:57 AM
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Egyptian Brotherhood leaders to go on trial in Cairo
By REUTERS \
8/25/2013 1:34:32 AM
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Obama, Cameron see 'increasing signs' of Syrian chemical attack
By REUTERS \
8/25/2013 1:52:28 AM
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Israeli Glushko into US Open main draw once more
The 23-year-old Israeli beat Anastasia Rodionova to set up a prestigious meeting against world No. 22 Petrova.
By ALLON SINAI \
8/25/2013 2:06:07 AM
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Three Egyptian Brotherhood leaders to go on trial for inciting violence
Mohamed Badie, aides face charges relating to July 30 protest.
By REUTERS \
8/25/2013 2:08:01 AM
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France, UK have forces that could be mobilized for possible attack on Syria
By JPOST.COM STAFF, REUTERS \
8/25/2013 2:42:45 AM
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Report: Syrian FM says gov't will cooperate with UN on visit to chemical attack site
Walid Moualem says Syria, UN mission in talks for preparing visit.
By JPOST.COM STAFF, REUTERS \
8/25/2013 3:35:15 AM
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Poll: Americans cool to US intervention in Syria, despite reports of chemical attack
By REUTERS \
8/25/2013 3:37:57 AM
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Report: 31 Palestinians killed in alleged Syrian chemical strike
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
8/25/2013 4:06:52 AM
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Palestinian journalists to protest against assaults by PA security forces
Planned protest follows incident during which PA officers beat a number of journalists during rally in Ramallah last Friday.
By KHALED ABU TOAMEH \
8/25/2013 4:26:54 AM
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Report: Venezuela agrees to sell oil at 'fair price' to Palestinian Authority
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
8/25/2013 4:54:46 AM
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Jordan's FM: Next round of peace talk to take place in a few days
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
8/25/2013 5:19:56 AM
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Kerry to Syrian FM: UN inspectors should have had access to alleged gas attack site
By REUTERS \
8/25/2013 5:39:14 AM
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Jordanian FM: 'Serious, encouraging' elements exist in peace talks
Chief Palestinian negotiator briefs Nasser Judeh on talks with Israel; Jordanian FM expects next round of talks within days.
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
8/25/2013 6:01:05 AM
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Hagel: Pentagon prepared to carry out military options on Syria, if Obama chooses
By REUTERS \
8/25/2013 6:44:51 AM
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Hagel: Pentagon prepared to exercise military options on Syria, if Obama chooses
US defense secretary says DoD has "options for all contingencies" if president decides to exercise any on Syria.
By REUTERS \
8/25/2013 7:07:38 AM
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Report: Syrian rebel leader to visit UK, plea for Western military action against Assad
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
8/25/2013 7:53:38 AM
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Six killed in bomb attack on Yemen air force bus
By REUTERS \
8/25/2013 8:47:37 AM
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Code Red siren heard in Eskhol Regional Council
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
8/25/2013 8:59:53 AM
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UN envoy hints failure to strike peace deal would spell end for PA
UN's representative to the peace process says he believes a final status agreement can be reached within 6-9 months.
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
8/25/2013 9:23:46 AM
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Syria: us attack on Damascus will set region ablaze
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
8/25/2013 9:25:25 AM
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Palestinians, Israelis gather in Jerusalem to sign a people's peace treaty
Minds of Peace initiative brings citizens from both sides to the capital to talk to each about all of the core issues.
By DEBORAH DANAN \
8/25/2013 9:44:55 AM
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Rivlin: Netanyahu is not trying to stall for time with peace talks
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
8/25/2013 10:26:32 AM
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Syria, Iran warn US against military intervention
Syrian minister: US strike in Syria would set Middle East ablaze.
By JPOST.COM STAFF, REUTERS \
8/25/2013 10:44:23 AM
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Analysis: Despite criticism, Obama's cautious approach on Syria is justified
In Syria, there is no choice between “good” and “bad.”
By AVI ISSACHAROFF \
8/25/2013 10:49:35 AM
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Netanyahu on Syria: The most dangerous regime should not have the most dangerous weapons
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
8/25/2013 11:06:10 AM
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French FM: World leaders to decide in coming days on response to Syrian atrocities
In meeting with President Peres, Fabius says decision will be made when culprit of chemical weapons use is determined.
By GREER FAY CASHMAN \
8/25/2013 11:15:03 AM
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PM: Israel's 'finger on the pulse' of Syria developments, if necessary will also be 'on the trigger'
Netanyahu says situation in Syria is "horrible tragedy, crime"; political leaders meet with French FM, discuss Syria.
By HERB KEINON \
8/25/2013 10:02:22 PM
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Muslim Brotherhood leaders, Mubarak face trial in Egypt
Mohamed Badie, aides face charges relating to July 30 protest; Egyptian appeals court ordered Mubarak's retrial.
By REUTERS \
8/25/2013 4:15:17 PM
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US surveillance controversy underlines importance of corporate foreign policy
The Snowden revelations are by no means the first time that technology firms have been caught in controversies in recent years.
By ANDREW HAMMOND \
8/25/2013 12:12:36 PM
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Shas spiritual leader Rabbi Ovadia Yosef hospitalized again
By JUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH \
8/25/2013 4:16:51 PM
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Reuters/Ipsos poll: As Syria war escalates, Americans cool to US intervention
Polls indicate wrenching photos from alleged attack may actually be hardening many Americans' objection of strike.
By REUTERS \
8/25/2013 12:34:56 PM
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Palestinian possessing a knife arrested at Cave of the Patriarchs
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
8/25/2013 12:42:37 PM
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Two more Syrian injured taken to Ziv Hospital overnight
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
8/25/2013 12:44:52 PM
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Egyptian army kills four militants during clashes in Sinai
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
8/25/2013 12:47:50 PM
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Opposition: Major arms shipment reaches Syrian rebels
By REUTERS \
8/25/2013 12:53:59 PM
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Sid Bernstein, promoter of Beatles, other legends, dies at 95
Jewish music promoter worked with the likes of Judy Garland and Jimi Hendrix, orchestrated historic Beatles' concert.
By REUTERS \
8/25/2013 1:01:35 PM
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Wine Talk: Summer of Riesling
There’s nothing like a chilled glass of this wonderful wine, made from the
noblest of grapes, on a warm evening or at the holiday table.
By Adam Montefiore \
8/25/2013 1:08:32 PM
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Nusra threatens to rocket Alawite villages over alleged chemical attack
By REUTERS \
8/25/2013 1:41:27 PM
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Hollande: There's evidence indicating Assad regime was behind WMD attack
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
8/25/2013 2:14:21 PM
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Soldiers shot and burned in northern Iraq
By REUTERS \
8/25/2013 2:19:17 PM
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Settlements, BDS, and the White House incumbent
By IRA SHARKANSKY \
8/25/2013 2:38:00 PM
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Egypt arrests suspected Islamist militants
By REUTERS \
8/25/2013 2:43:16 PM
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Cabinet approves Cohen as National Security Advsior
By HERB KEINON \
8/25/2013 2:50:51 PM
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As Rosh Hashanah draws nigh, Western Wall gets traditional cleaning
Workers at Judaism's holiest site remove prayer notes.
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
8/25/2013 2:50:56 PM
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Syria's Nusra threatens to target Alawites over alleged chemical attack
Al-Qaida-affiliated rebel group threaten to fire off 1,000 rockets at Assad-connected community as revenge for Damascus attack.
By REUTERS \
8/25/2013 3:06:10 PM
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Analysis: US military action on Syria could put Israel in firing line
The strength of Israel's deterrence, based on its military prowess, will help decide whether Israel becomes the target of a retribution attack from Syria and its allies Iran and Hezbollah.
By YAAKOV LAPPIN \
8/25/2013 3:31:51 PM
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Syria says granted access to UN to chemical weapons site
By REUTERS \
8/25/2013 3:58:00 PM
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US has 'little doubt' chemical arms used in Syria
By REUTERS \
8/25/2013 4:34:57 PM
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Truck passenger killed in fatal crash along highway 4
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
8/25/2013 4:45:20 PM
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US has 'little doubt' chemical arms used in Syria
Senior US official says all witness accounts and other factors point to Assad regime using a chemical weapon against civilians; Syrian Foreign Ministry says will allow UN access to alleged site of attack.
By REUTERS \
8/25/2013 4:47:09 PM
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Australia's PM, FM tight-lipped on anti-settlement policy
Carr and Rudd have amazingly managed to alienate Jews, Moslems and other ethnic groups.
By DAVID SINGER \
8/25/2013 4:54:28 PM
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Typo briefly decimates 99.9% of Israel Corp stock value, halts Tel Aviv Stock Exchange trading
A TASE spokeswoman says the error occurred during a major transaction involving the exchange company, Israel Corporation.
By NIV ELIS \
8/25/2013 5:06:44 PM
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UN says experts to visit Syria poison gas site from Monday
By REUTERS \
8/25/2013 5:07:20 PM
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Honey, cake and everything in between
Mix things up a little this year by adding honey to all different kinds of cakes such as cupcakes and chocolate cake.
By ELIZABETH KURTZ/GOURMETKOSHERCOOKING.COM \
8/25/2013 5:16:00 PM
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Postal Service reports four-fold increase in gas mask inquiries among Syria attack talk
According to Home Front Command figures, only 60% of Israelis have gas masks, the rest are lining up as Syria heats up.
By BEN HARTMAN \
8/25/2013 5:27:03 PM
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Likelihood growing that Women of the Wall demands will not be met
Certain demands, such as raising Robinson’s Arch to the height of the Western Wall, may not be pushed through.
By JEREMY SHARON \
8/25/2013 5:42:13 PM
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Russia warns to assign blame too soon for Syrian chemical attack would be a "tragic mistake"
By REUTERS \
8/25/2013 5:47:51 PM
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Tune in to radio signals to measure climate change
Tel Aviv University researcher says cost-effective radio wave measurement can be a valuable contribution to the ongoing effort to track climate change.
By VIVA SARAH PRESS/ISRAEL21C \
8/25/2013 6:15:02 PM
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Top US official to 'Post': UN probe in Syria 'too late to be credible'
Syria approves UN probe on site of suspected chemical strike.
By MICHAEL WILNER \
8/25/2013 6:20:54 PM
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Senior Democrat: US response to Syria must be international action
By REUTERS \
8/25/2013 6:46:27 PM
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Herzog expected to announce Labor leadership bid Monday
By Gil Stern Stern HOFFMAN \
8/25/2013 6:53:11 PM
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Assaf Harofeh discovers mutant human gene that causes muscle weakness in Beduin babies
"Children who inherited the disease from their parents - healthy carriers who are first cousins - get better at around 14 and 15."
By JUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH \
8/25/2013 6:58:07 PM
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IEC reform c'tee launched
By SHARON UDASIN \
8/25/2013 8:35:51 PM
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Salif Keita: I canceled Israel show due to threats and intimidation
The management and agent for Afropop superstar Salif Keita canceled his appearance at the Jerusalem Sacred Music Festival.
By DAVID BRINN \
8/25/2013 8:47:02 PM
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FESTIVAL REVIEW
Red Sea Jazz Festival August 18-21.
By BARRY DAVIS \
8/25/2013 8:51:49 PM
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UK says Syria chemical attack evidence may already be destroyed
By REUTERS \
8/25/2013 8:54:30 PM
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Concert in Review: Skunk Anansie blurs distinction between performer and audience
Skunk Anansie Zappa Shuni Amphitheater, Binyamina August 20.
By DAVID BRINN \
8/25/2013 8:56:06 PM
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Judge closes IDB hearing without decision
Judge Eitan Orenstin wished everyone a "Happy New Year", and left the courtroom. He will apparently issue a ruling later today.
By EFRAT PERETZ \
8/25/2013 9:00:29 PM
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Tamar, Leviathan in talks with Egyptian customers
Delek Drilling has confirmed talks with Egyptian customers to sell gas to LNG facilities.
By AMIRAM BARKAT \
8/25/2013 9:02:35 PM
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Why inaction is the best response on Syria
Obama may care about the people of Syria, but in an era of declining American influence, he might not be in a position to help them.
By AARON MAGID \
8/25/2013 9:03:11 PM
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GM sells stake in Israeli importer UMI for NIS 68.5m.
Kardan Israel is considering merging UMI with its leasing business, Kardan Israel (Avis Israel).
By RON STEINBLATT \
8/25/2013 9:05:38 PM
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The perils of a quick transition to democracy
The West, led by the United States, is partly to blame for what is happening in Egypt.
By ALON BEN-MEIR \
8/25/2013 9:08:30 PM
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Think About It: Who’s afraid of Professor Ruth Gavison?
The Prime Minister’s Office has expressed displeasure regarding the appointment, but so far has not vetoed it.
By SUSAN HATTIS ROLEF \
8/25/2013 9:11:19 PM
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Attention on Syria
Has Assad come to view the international community as incapable of action, especially with his Russian and Chinese backers at the Security Council?
By JPOST EDITORIAL \
8/25/2013 9:14:15 PM
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Rediscovering the real Bar Kokhba
Yadin and his excavation team found letters in a canyon crevice signed by Simon Bar Kosiba.
By ELI KAVON \
8/25/2013 9:15:18 PM
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The Region: Communism and Islamism
In 1848, the new Communist movement issued a manifesto. It began with the opening line: “A specter is haunting Europe – the specter of Communism.”
By BARRY RUBIN \
8/25/2013 9:21:23 PM
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Reality check: Tennis observes Yom Kippur
There are few things that still unite Jewish Israelis and one of those rituals is the public observance of Yom Kippur
By JEFF BARAK \
8/25/2013 9:21:46 PM
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August 26: Blame it on Israel
Many thanks, Sir Erdogan, for restoring my faith in my clan, knowing that through deception, duplicity and sheer chutzpah we still rule the world.
By JERUSALEM POST READERS \
8/25/2013 9:30:02 PM
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From the Women of the Wall to the Sheikh of the Mount
By YISRAEL MEDAD \
8/25/2013 9:34:00 PM
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Bombs across Iraq kill at least 42 people
By REUTERS \
8/25/2013 9:36:13 PM
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Merkur awarded Better Place assets, Abramowitz to maintain IP
Operational assets,held by liquidators had a price tag of NIS 18 million, while the IP rights were registered in Switzerland.
By SHARON UDASIN AND NIV ELIS \
8/25/2013 9:42:22 PM
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French FM questions details of EU settlement guidelines
Laurent Fabius asserts text needs careful review, changes where needed without altering fundamental approach.
By HERB KEINON \
8/25/2013 9:51:00 PM
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Haredi girls are first to return to school
Haredim represent 18.5 percent of the total number of Israeli children in the national school system.
By JEREMY SHARON \
8/25/2013 10:04:15 PM
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French FM Fabius: 'No doubt' Assad used chemical weapons
By HERB KEINON \
8/25/2013 10:15:55 PM
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Michaeli: We can't afford to be skeptical about peace
Labor MK known for feminist views calls out haredi-free government for denying WoW right to pray at "everyone's national treasure."
By LAHAV HARKOV \
8/25/2013 10:26:26 PM
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Fears of food, water poisoning after Damascus chemical weapons attack
Residents of Syrian capital afraid poison gas from alleged strike is contaminating agricultural land supply.
By REUTERS \
8/25/2013 10:36:15 PM
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Analysis: How will the US and its allies strike Syria?
Strike would likely be in a limited, determined and surgical manner to destroy Assad gov't command and control centers, air strips, arms caches, fuel sources and other targets.
By MICHAEL WILNER, JERUSALEM POST CORRESPONDENT \
8/25/2013 10:44:25 PM
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National program to prevent air pollution approved
Environmental Protection Ministry says the new plan will save about 700 lives each year.
By SHARON UDASIN \
8/25/2013 11:01:44 PM
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Authorities considering ban on use of Taser guns
Justice Ministry indicts police officer, Sa’il Anaim, for shocking handcuffed man 24 times
By YONAH JEREMY BOB \
8/25/2013 11:06:51 PM
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Lapid unconcerned with shoe-throwing
Finance Minister calmly says "Young artists are supposed to be rejectionist and anti-establishment."
By Gil Stern Stern HOFFMAN \
8/25/2013 11:11:01 PM
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Police seeking parents of baby girl abandoned in Jerusalem
2-day-old left on doorstep with umbilical cord still attached.
By DANIEL K. EISENBUD \
8/25/2013 11:24:21 PM
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Government to infuse NIS 16 m. into east Jerusalem’s City of David park
National park in primarily Arab neighborhood of Silwan is owned by right-wing Jewish group aiming to strengthen Jewish ties to J'lem.
By DANIEL K. EISENBUD \
8/25/2013 11:30:02 PM
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Labor MKs set to challenge Yacimovich for party leadership
Isaac Herzog is expected to announce his bid to run against incumbent Labor leader; Cabel, Margalit silent on endorsements.
By Gil Stern Stern HOFFMAN \
8/25/2013 11:38:41 PM
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Liberman: Meretz providing the sheep’s clothing to cover Abbas the wolf
Knesset Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee chairman Avigdor Liberman attacks Meretz's meetings with PA head.
By LAHAV HARKOV \
8/25/2013 11:45:11 PM
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Success Group awarded Better Place assets, Green EV to keep intellectual property
Court agrees to sell the assets of the defunct Better Place electric car company to Tzahi Merkur’s Success Group for NIS 11 million.
By SHARON UDASIN AND NIV ELIS \
8/25/2013 11:48:06 PM
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Obama discusses Syria with France's Hollande
By REUTERS \
8/25/2013 11:56:30 PM