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Ariel Sharfer

general reporter Jerusalem local reporter and columnist

Ariel sharfer (46), from Jerusalem Israel former news editor and anchorman at Kol-chi radio (14 years), settlements issues reporter (Kol-chi radio) "Mevaker Hamedina"- a social criticism column writer (kol-chI website, today called Emes) Srugim website- "oiber chochems" – podcast editor and host


IDF soldiers operating in the Gaza Strip
DEAL OR NO DEAL

Has Israel Forgotten About the Gaza Threat?

A withdrawal from Gaza without demilitarizing the Strip and disarming Hamas will be a historic mistake

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President Donald Trump and Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu

BEHIND CLOSED DOORS

Netanyahu-Trump Meeting Sidesteps Substantive Commitments on Regional Crises

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A marriage isn't always what it seems. Illustration.

DAY OF LOVE AND RECONCILIATION

Tu B'Av: From Ancient Unity and Modesty to Modern Consumerism

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Lindsey Graham with President Trump

A Titan's Last Farewell

Capitol Hill Bids Goodbye to  Senator Lindsey Graham

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April 7, 2025: United States President Donald Trump meets with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in the White House in Washington DC.

MISSION IMPOSSIBLE

Netanyahu’s Ultimate Battle: Persuading Trump That Iran's Deal Demands Absolute Surrender

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Bezalel Smotrich

POST PRIMARIS ANALYSIS

Religious Zionism Primary Results Highlight Broader Crisis of Representation

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Mojtaba Khamenei, President Trump

The Return of "TACO Trump"

Promised But Failed to Deliver Again: Trump’s Greatest Enemy Is Himself

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Houthi terrorists in Yemen

WIDESPREAD PANIC

Yemini Houthi Leadership Goes to Ground Following Wave of High-Profile Assassinations

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Maduro; Donald Trump

HIGH STAKES

Ousted Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro to Face Orthodox Jewish Judge Ahead of Tisha B'Av Fast

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Darline Graham

In my brother's way

Continuing his Legacy: Lindsey Graham's Sister Darline Announces Dramatic Senate Bid

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The Temple menorah

be Prepared

Restoring Past Glory: The Temple Institute's Researchers Have Already Prepared Keilim for the Third Temple

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Happy Dry Cleaners NY

Resounding Decision

After Decades of Shabbat Desecration: New Owners Astonish Crown Heights Chassidim

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Pecs, Hungary - Apr 11, 2025: Hungarian Prime Minister-elect Peter Magyar, then leader of the Hungarian opposition, and Tisza party giving a speech.

Political Upheaval in Budapest

Plot Twist: Jewish Chess Legend in Line for Hungarian Presidency

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FIFA World Cup 2026

The Day After 

Distractedly: A World Cup Final Summary from a Jewish Perspective

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Moshe Lion

jerusalem's green lung

“Reches Lavan” Saved: Jerusalem Mayor Cancels Massive Housing Project to Protect Nature

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Yeshiva students

Travel safely

Ultimate Vacation Blueprint: 10 Commandments for Yeshiva Students Heading into "Bein Hazmanim"

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Saronic Corsair

The Future is Already Here

Cheap, Stealthy, and Deadly: A Look Inside the World of USVs Completely Changing the Face of Warfare

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Tironut TV Series Logo Illustration

Cultural Revival

"Look at Them, and See Us": How a 28-Year-Old IDF Drama Became Accidentally Relevant Again

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FIFA World Cup trophy

Messi’s Ultimate Test

World Cup 2026: Will Messi Remove France's "Semifinal Curse"?

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META'S New Smart AI Sunglasses

META SURVEILLANCE TECHNOLOGY

The Emotional Data Trap: Meta’s New Patent Sparks Privacy Concerns

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