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Israel's education system is failing its kids - editorial

BY JPOST EDITORIAL — Tue, 19 May 2026 06:00:44 GMT

Only 3% of ninth-grade students who took Israel’s national science exam reached the high standard set by the Education Ministry. More than half were reportedly at a low or medium-low.

Trump says ‘very good chance’ of Iran deal after postponing planned US strike

BY JAMES GENN AND SHOSHANA BAKER — Mon, 18 May 2026 22:20:03 GMT

"There seems to be a very good chance that they can work something out. If we can do that without bombing the hell out of them, I would be very happy," Trump told reporters.

Nearly 80% of Gazans open to emigrating from Strip, COGAT survey finds - exclusive

BY AMICHAI STEIN — Mon, 18 May 2026 20:28:52 GMT

Nearly 80% of respondents sought information on relocating through Rafah and Kerem Shalom crossings, according to findings presented to senior Israeli officials

Three killed in shooting at San Diego mosque, two teenage gunmen found dead

BY REUTERS AND JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Mon, 18 May 2026 22:43:58 GMT

Police say three men were shot dead outside San Diego’s largest mosque Monday before two teenage suspects were found dead from apparent self-inflicted gunshots.

Jewish man gang-beaten in antisemitic hate crime in Golders Green

BY MICHAEL STARR AND MATHILDA HELLER — Mon, 18 May 2026 21:45:18 GMT

The man, in his 20s, had to go to a hospital for injuries to his face and back.

WATCH: Israel boards Gaza-bound Turkish flotilla boats

BY MICHAEL STARR AND TOBIAS SIEGAL AND AMICHAI STEIN — Mon, 18 May 2026 10:57:06 GMT

The Foreign Ministry called the flotilla a “provocation for the sake of provocation,” saying Israel would not allow a breach of the naval blockade on Gaza.

Jewish, Arab Israeli activists launch 'Hasbara' flotilla opposing Gaza-bound Global Sumud Flotilla

BY SAM HALPERN — Mon, 18 May 2026 16:21:04 GMT

“We did our own flotilla,” said Arab-Israeli activist Yoseph Haddad. "We send a clear message to all the ‘terror flotilla’ activists. You are not welcome here."

Trump drops IRS lawsuit in exchange for DOJ ‘weaponization’ fund

BY REUTERS — Tue, 19 May 2026 03:38:08 GMT

The settlement creates a nearly $1.8 billion DOJ-controlled fund for alleged victims of political “weaponization,” drawing sharp criticism from legal experts and democrats.

Rashida Tlaib reintroduces resolution to recognize 'ongoing Palestinian Nakba'

BY MICHAEL STARR — Mon, 18 May 2026 19:06:13 GMT

The resolution, reintroduced into the House in time for Nakba Day, called for an official commemoration of the Nakba and for US legislators to denounce an "ongoing Nakba."

Hamas names former intelligence head Mohammed Ouda as new leader of military wing - report

BY SHIR PERETS — Mon, 18 May 2026 20:19:53 GMT

Ouda was reportedly offered the role of military head after the assassination of Mohammed Sinwar in May of 2025, but turned it down.

How Hamas’s internal cracks are becoming impossible for Gazans to ignore - opinion

BY MOHAMMED ALTOOLL — Tue, 19 May 2026 00:48:16 GMT

Questions are now growing inside Gaza about whether Hamas still possesses the same solid popular base that once gave the movement its legitimacy after taking control of the Strip in 2007.

Last Call: 'The Amechaye Health Retreat' begins in just two weeks

BY AMI PYKOVSKI — Tue, 05 May 2026 14:10:00 GMT

Registration is closing soon for the transformative five-day wellness experience designed to restore balance and strengthen your health.

'Over 90% of Iranians hate the regime,' INSS’s Beni Sabti reveals from leaked Iran survey

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Thu, 15 Jan 2026 11:42:41 GMT

“It was a secret poll which said that 92% of the Iranian people hate their regime,” Sabti said, according to a transcript provided to The Jerusalem Post.

Alshareef: Israel, Jews, should help Iranians seek liberty to ‘repay debt to Cyrus’

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 09:57:00 GMT

Speaking at the Jerusalem Post Miami Summit on Wednesday, Alshareef called on Israel and the Jewish people to back Iranians seeking freedom, as Netanyahu voiced solidarity with the protesters.

How TALMA turns English education into social mobility and a Zionist mission

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Thu, 15 Jan 2026 21:10:20 GMT

At the Jerusalem Post Miami Conference, TALMA CEO Ido Mahatzri showed how teachers, language and values reshape Israel’s periphery.

From the front lines to the future: Israeli society and the Jewish people in 2036

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Thu, 15 Jan 2026 23:48:03 GMT

Speaking at the Jerusalem Post Miami Conference, IDF veterans and civil-society leaders highlighted service, dignity, and Diaspora responsibility as pillars of Israel’s next chapter.

Watch: The Jerusalem Post Miami Summit

BY ALAN ROSENBAUM — Thu, 08 Jan 2026 14:27:15 GMT

Amid changing geopolitics and evolving Diaspora-Israel relations, the conference served as a platform for powerful ideas, bold discussions, and building bridges across continents.

Despite tense podium incident, Israeli fighter Yoav Manor wins bronze in Abu Dhabi

BY JERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF — Mon, 18 May 2026 23:01:09 GMT

Competing in the under-77 kilogram division, Manor completed an impressive day on the mats with three victories in four matches to secure a spot on the podium.

At least 11 injured after bus crashes into tree, electric pole on Tel Aviv’s Dizengoff Street

BY SHIR PERETS — Mon, 18 May 2026 20:56:05 GMT

Among those injured were an 11-year-old girl in critical condition, a woman and a man in serious condition, one man in moderate condition, and seven people in light condition.

Avi Maoz: Chief Rabbinate control over prayer is the only way to protect Western Wall - interview

BY KESHET NEEV — Mon, 18 May 2026 21:37:32 GMT

The bill seeks to grant the Rabbinate authority to determine prayer arrangements at the Western Wall. It also proposes that the Chief Rabbinate would be considered the representative of Judaism.

IDF kills Palestinian Islamic Jihad commander in targeted strike in Lebanon

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Mon, 18 May 2026 16:34:47 GMT

Halim spearheaded the integration of PIJ terrorists into Hezbollah's combat operations, according to the IDF.

Government exploring plans to seize Arab homes, public buildings in Jerusalem's Old City - report

BY MAYA ZANGER-NADIS — Mon, 18 May 2026 20:34:23 GMT

The government's investigation will focus on Chain Gate Street, a major commercial and tourist center on the border between the Jewish and Muslim quarters, and is very close to the Temple Mount.

Staged at sea: Activism for the algorithm - opinion

BY HALLEL ABRAMOWITZ-SILVERMAN — Mon, 18 May 2026 19:35:23 GMT

You can care about Palestinian civilians without empowering movements that excuse extremism. You can oppose suffering without turning it into spectacle.

The fascination with the haredi problem, and where it leads - analysis

BY HERB KEINON — Mon, 18 May 2026 20:29:54 GMT

Will the ultra-Orthodox allow Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu one last chance to push through the controversial haredi conscription law?

Israeli Navy seizes Gaza-bound flotilla as commandos board boats at sea

BY JERUSALEM POST PODCASTS — Mon, 18 May 2026 16:07:06 GMT

Israeli Navy commandos board Gaza-bound flotilla, seize vessels and detain activists, while Foreign Ministry links convoy to Hamas, Trump peace plan.

Noam Bettan meets with President Isaac Herzog after winning second place at Eurovision

BY GREER FAY CASHMAN — Mon, 18 May 2026 20:02:19 GMT

Bettan had won second place at Eurovision, despite demonstrations against Israel, boos, and pro-Palestinian placard and flag bearers, thus bringing pride and glory to Israel and a huge career boost.