Never before in the history of our nation have our leaders had less latitude for decision-making. Israel’s victory in the Middle East war that followed the October 7 attack in 2023 was one of the greatest in modern history. Generals will study it for generations. But every victory exacts a price, and the price that…

Rabin’s life remains an example of Zionist courage and vision, and his death a warning of the depths to which our internal divisions can still drive us. It is difficult to believe that thirty years have passed since that dreadful night of Yitzhak Rabin’s assassination. Yet his life remains an example of Zionist courage and…

Would the phase one situation in Gaza, like the second phase of Oslo, serve Israel’s long-term interests? The answer, given the great difficulty in disarming the terrorists, could well be yes. These past days have witnessed a cavalcade of senior Trump administration officials to Israel. Their goal is to maintain the ceasefire in Gaza—phase one…

The NYC mayoral candidate’s constant condemnations of Israel are not merely dog whistles for Jew-haters but clarion calls to action. Though I have not lived in New York for many years, I have close family and friends there, and visit it regularly. And while I never interfere in internal American politics, I care far too…

Jewish history will not forget those who stood by Israel. Walking down 3rd Avenue and 85th Street during a recent visit to New York, I was approached by a young, professionally-dressed woman who recognized me from news interviews. “Thank you for everything you do for Israel,” she said, and held out her hand. I shook…

In diplomacy, as in construction projects, personal relations are paramount. How did a group of real-estate moguls bring peace to the Middle East? For generations, soldiers, lawmakers, and ambassadors have attempted to end conflict in the region. During the Six-Day War in June 1967, Israel conquered Arab territories, then tried to trade this land in…

Dear Clarity Reader, Normally I share written analysis with you here on Clarity. But with the latest developments around the peace deal—and after a comprehensive conversation I recently had on MSNBC’s Morning Joe—I thought it would be valuable to share the interview directly with you. You can watch the full video or, if you prefer,…

Wars are usually won on the battlefield, not around the negotiating table. But that is precisely what is likely to happen this week in talks between the US, Israel, and Hamas. Seldom does the outcome of a war depend on a few days of diplomacy. Wars are usually won on the battlefield, not around the…

What the Book of Jonah can teach us about grappling with this moment. Cities around the world have mascots. London and Jerusalem have a lion and Berlin has a bear. Baltimore’s mascot is an oriole or raven, depending on which team you’re rooting for. I am grateful to live in the State of Israel, and…

What the Witkoff Trump and the Huckabee Trump tell us about the President’s view on Israel. I’m often asked in Israeli news interviews about President Donald Trump’s worldview, interests, and plans. Unfortunately, the president does not call me daily to share his intentions. Nevertheless, even without that phone call, it is possible to understand the…