Peter Beinart’s shift to overt anti-Zionism in “Being Jewish After the Destruction of Gaza” is more reflective of his intensified desire for validation from critics of Israel’s right to exist more than of fundamental changes in the Israel–Palestine conflict
Alexander RaikinApril 27, 2026
A Christian realist approach to Israel rejects both sentimental Zionism and abolitionist moralism. The Jewish state may be criticized, restrained, and judged, but not denied the ordinary legitimacy granted to other nations.
Emir PhillipsApril 21, 2026
With the return of the last hostage from Gaza, Israel reckons with a profound psychological and spiritual shift whose consequences will not be confined to the Jewish state.
Robert NicholsonJanuary 28, 2026
While the recently-brokered peace deal between Hamas and Israel is a laudable achievement, only the permanent disarmament and replacement of Hamas as the governing authority of Gaza can ensure lasting peace
Michael SinghDecember 18, 2025
In order to secure a lasting peace, Hamas and other terror groups in the West Bank must be subject to the same disarmament stipulations as those in Gaza
Aaron Goren & Joe TruzmanNovember 18, 2025
Despite efforts over the last two years to render Israel a global pariah, the Abraham Accords look set to move forward
Mike NelsonOctober 29, 2025
Israel has skillfully navigated the threats from Hezbollah, Hamas and Iran the last couple of years, but its greatest threat may yet come from Turkey under Erdoğan
Shay KhatiriOctober 28, 2025
After two years of intense conflict, Israel is substantially better off than on Oct. 6, 2023, and the chances for a more peaceful Middle East are better than in decades
Robert G. KaufmanOctober 27, 2025
Sovereign nation-states are not only granted rights, but acknowledge responsibilities. Palestine wants the former without the latter.
Mike CotéOctober 14, 2025