Israel’s population has exceeded the 10-million mark for the first time at the end of the year, continuing a long-term demographic growth trend.

The annual figures released by Israel’s Tourism Ministry show signs of recovery following the October ceasefire.

“Blessed are the peacemakers”

Do you know what continually amazes me? That for centuries so many people, groups and religions have tried to present themselves as biblical Israel.

At first glance, you might think that Zionism is doomed. But the dire warnings are a false alarm.

In view of ongoing security threats, Israel plans to introduce new nationwide technical and construction standards for private shelters in residential buildings in order to further improve the safety of the civilian population.

The juxtaposition: Some in the Jewish state fantasize about leaving the stresses of the Mideast, as North Americans and Europeans look for a safer address from antisemitism.

Have you ever tried to convince someone to adopt your opinion? Were you absolutely certain that option A was better than option B and did your best to persuade the other person?

Far-reaching global developments—many with direct implications for Israel—are unfolding largely beyond the country’s field of view.