Occupation

How democratic Israelis can win the war against the messianic settler Right - opinion

It is time to wake up and acknowledge that there is no democracy with occupation.

JEWISH SETTLERS are seen at the unauthorized Beit Anot outpost in the Gush Etzion area of the West Bank after being informed of an expected evacuation, June 1, 2026.
 Demonstrators hold signs against what they describe as international silence over sexual violence perpetrated against Israeli women during the attack by Hamas on southern Israel on October 7, at a protest in Jerusalem, November 27, 2023.

Breaking the individual to break the collective - opinion

JEWS AND Arabs take part in a demonstration against Israeli settlements in the West Bank and to mark the anniversary of the Six-Day War in Haifa, northern Israel, June 6, 2026.

Man arrested for waving Palestine flag at joint Jewish-Arab anti-government protest

Exterior view of the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague, Netherlands, Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2025.

The EU-ICC assault - opinion


Occupying Gaza comes with economic consequences - opinion

A proper assessment of the consequences of occupying Gaza requires a comprehensive analysis of the interconnections between security, political, social, and economic dimensions.

IDF SOLDIERS gather on the Israeli side of the Gaza border last week. A proper assessment of the consequences of occupying Gaza requires a comprehensive analysis of the security, political, social, and economic dimensions, say the writers.

IDF Chief Zamir calls on 'everyone' to enlist, 'contribute their share equally'

Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir's comments came amid ongoing discussions regarding how to prevent draft-dodging in Israel's haredi (ultra-Orthodox) communities.

IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen Eyal Zamir (C), Southern Command Chief Maj.-Gen. Yaniv Asor (R), and Gaza Division Chief Brig.-Gen. Barak Hiram (L), in the Gaza Strip, August 27, 2025.

Media's Gaza reports should focus more on Hamas abuses than wider humanitarian picture - editorial

Coverage must stop treating Hamas only as a combatant against Israel. It is also an authoritarian force over Palestinians today. Videos of beatings should not be dismissed as propaganda.

Hamas terrorists carrying clubs and firearms secure humanitarian aid trucks in the northern Gaza area of Jabaliya on June 25, 2025.

Gaza ceasefire talks mirror Witkoff plan, but deadlock persists over hostages, Gaza Strip control

Talks in Cairo and Doha revive ceasefire hopes, but Israel focuses on hostages and security, while Palestinians stress political unity.

An illustrative photo of Hamas terrorists with hostage demonstrations in the background.

As Netanyahu decides between war and a deal, IDF prepares for Gaza City invasion - analysis

It is still far from clear when and if Netanyahu will finally give the order to move the operation forward on a large scale.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu oversees the IDF strikes on Yemen's Sanaa, August 24, 2025

Egypt to reinforce military forces along Gaza border, Arab media reports

This includes approximately 40,000 soldiers, air defense systems, and tanks being deployed to the area, according to the report.

Trucks carrying humanitarian aid line up near the Rafah border crossing between Egypt and the Gaza Strip, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, in Rafah, Egypt, August 13, 2025.

Continuing to let Hamas terrorists flee from their Gaza positions is no longer an option - analysis

The IDF's plans to invade Gaza City are not about reservist numbers, but whether the IDF can prevent Hamas from fleeing again, hidden among civilians.

IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir visits troops in Gaza, planning for Gaza City invasion, August 21, 2025.

Two Israelis attacked in the Netherlands, False reports of terror cause chaos at Jerusalem shuk

Netanyahu approves Gaza City takeover • Arab-Israeli citizen returns to Israel after imprisonment in Lebanese jail • Lebanon begins disarming Palestinian factions

 The Israeli police pointing towards the inside of a car.

Palestinian terrorists considering moving hostages to Gaza City to deter IDF offensive - report

Saudi-owned, London-based outlet Asharq al-Awsat's report is based on sources from the terrorist groups.

A Palestinian Islamic Jihad terrorist during a hostage release ceremony in Khan Yunis, southern Gaza Strip, January 30, 2025; illustrative.

IDF operates on outskirts of Gaza City ahead of occupation plans

The Israeli Air Force is also operating in the area in coordination with the troops in the field, striking military targets and terrorists, the military added.

IDF soldiers operate in Beit Hanun.