Commentary

Israelis should trust Pompeo over the Jewish voices opposing him

Israelis should trust Pompeo over the Jewish voices opposing him

For too long, secretaries of state have demonstrated ambivalence toward the State of Israel in times of greatest need. Some Jewish groups have done the very same. Now comes a candidate steadfast in his friendship. He is the one to trust, not the Jewish voices who oppose him.

Popular resistance vs. Israeli independence

Popular resistance vs. Israeli independence

As Israel prepares to mark its 70th year of independence, Hamas, driven by its growing distress and its struggle with the Palestinian Authority (PA), is launching a new effort to create a narrative, which is designed to rob Israel of its ability to celebrate.

Settle the Golan Heights

Settle the Golan Heights

The situation in Syria continues to change rapidly as Iran, Hezbollah and the Assad regime seize increasing control of the country. The time is ripe for Israel to pursue a policy that is not just limited to the military world; namely the settling of the Golan Heights.

VIDEO: A Conversation with Brigadier General Amir Avivi (Ret.)

Brigadier General Amir Avivi (Res.) concluded an illustrious career in the Israel Defense Forces in 2016. Beginning as a young officer in the Combat Engineers, Avivi went on to become Aide-de-Camp for the Chief of Staff of the Israel Defense Forces, Lt. General Moshe 'Bogie' Yaalon.

The Polish Holocaust law- what next?

The Polish Holocaust law- what next?

The unnecessary ‘Holocaust law’ passed by the Polish Parliament and supported by its government and president has caused significant damage, placing a wedge between Poland and Israel and the Jewish people.

Irrespective of how often Polish leaders claim that the law is misunderstood, the damage has been done, and now, extra effort is needed to repair it.


All is not quiet on the Syrian front

All is not quiet on the Syrian front

The downing of an Israeli fighter aircraft by Syria’s air defense system represents an operational and propaganda success for the Assad regime. The wider picture, however, is much more complex. One take on the recent escalation is that the risk of full-scale conflict has risen significantly.