Politics

The success of the Austrian far-right is a threat to the Jewish community

Austrian Jewish leader warns of far-right Freedom Party's election victory, citing Nazi sympathies and threats to Jewish life.

By ELDAD BECK
30/09/2024
 A peacock showing off its plumes at Sultanpur National Park in India.

A menagerie of metaphors: A history of animal phrases

Let’s venture into the animal kingdom and explore some of the terms and expressions that are derived from these denizens.

By RUTH BELOFF
29/09/2024

Austria's election - The shadows of the past as a promise for the future

Austria's far-right FPÖ leader Kickl invokes Haider's legacy before election, aiming to be first far-right chancellor despite opposition and coalition hurdles.

By ELDAD BECK
28/09/2024

Unsolicited editorial advice: Public opinion on Israel's complex challenges

Public opinion shared with political commentators reflects genuine care for Israel, even though the proposed solutions often oversimplify the nation's deep complexities.

 Palestinians walk next to a destroyed Mosque from an Israeli airstrike in the southern Gaza Strip

Israeli ministers call for relocation of northern Gaza civilians to combat Hamas

A group of 27 Israeli ministers and MKs urged Prime Minister Netanyahu to implement a plan relocating northern Gaza civilians to combat Hamas.

Jordan's King Abdullah appoints reformist government to advance IMF-backed reforms

Jordan's King Abdullah appointed a reformist government led by Jafar Hassan to advance IMF-backed reforms and modernization efforts amid economic challenges.

By REUTERS
18/09/2024

Could street protests prevent Netanyahu from firing Gallant?

Replacing Defense Minister Gallant with MK Sa'ar strengthens Netanyahu's position and benefits the haredi parties, but faces protest challenges.

Netanyahu’s possible cabinet shake-up drowns out unity government call - analysis

Netanyahu's potential cabinet changes spark debate, overshadowing calls for a national unity government amid rising tensions in Israel.

16/09/2024

Diving into the 'wokeness' of the political Right

The Western way of life is under threat. Liberal democracy is threatened by the undermining of trust in its institutions and its history.

Pakistan police detain several lawmakers of jailed Imran Khan's party

Pakistani police detained several lawmakers from Imran Khan's party after a major rally demanding his release led to clashes.

By REUTERS
10/09/2024
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