Dr. Aaron Lerner

Why Smotrich is being so stubborn in coalition talks

Bezalel Smotrich is a seasoned politician. Why is he insisting on separating the Civil Administration from the Defense Ministry? Op-ed.

Smotrich, don't blink!

There is a triple bonus for Israel if Smotrich is Defense Minister. Op-ed.

Israeli civilians are better on strategic security than brass

Israel's history has shown that civilians in the government have often understood security needs better than former officers. Op-ed.

IDF Rules of Engagement gave terrorists time to murder a family

A terrorist shot into a Sukkah. IDF snipers saw him before he did so, so what kept them from shooting first? Op-ed.

Outcasting Ben-Gvir shields the truly dangerous

Ben Gvir plays by the rules and is staunchly Zionist. Branding him an extremist pariah blurs the danger from anti-Israel extremists.Op-ed.

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Judgment Day for Ra'am party

Today in the Knesset, it is Judgment Day for the controversial experiment coopting an Israeli Arab party into the coalition. Op-ed

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Blinken's scoreboard: 4 nays for Israel, 1 for Arab Palestinians

No mention of Palestinian Arab violence and a push for 2 states make Blinken's "actions that could raise tensions" irrelevant. Op-ed.

How Area C annexation was prevented during Netanyahu's watch

A phone call or two might have turned the tide.Op-ed.

Neutralize Hezbollah now, then turn to Iran

Hezbollah's destruction would be a game-changer in an Israeli attack on Iran. Opinion.

Hebron - Israel's National Heritage, model of joint access

Joint access works in Hebron, but not on the Temple Mount. The reason is clear.

Israel's three major security challenges

The threats from Gaza, South Lebanon, and Iran assessed individually. Op-ed.

Misunderstanding the word “effective” re a COVID treatment drug

The medical definition of “effective” prevents use of Israeli COVID-19 treatment drug, but it is not the layman's understanding. Op-ed.

A call to put a stop to Israeli failure in Area C

The EU has been funding illegal Arab construction in Area C in an attempt to choke existing Jewish communities and end road building. Op-ed.

Israeli and Russian versions of Bennett-Putin conversation

It is remarkable how different two versions of the same diplomatic event can be. Op-ed.

Palestinian Arab leaders sacrifice health for propaganda

Can Physicians for Human Rights, J Street et all stand by while Palestinian Arabs' health is endangered by its leadership? Op-ed.

The crucial issues for Israel's elections: Economy and Area C

Which candidates and parties are going to address the pressing issues facing Israel once, hopefully, the vaccine changes reality? Op-ed..

What wil happen in the sure to be chaotic post-Abbas period?

Their guns for the most part will be aimed at each other, but there will be enough bullets for us. Opinion.

Yom Kippur outdoors in Israel was fantastic

Yom Kippur succeeded in embroidering a tapestry of the Jewish people at outdoor prayer. Op-ed.

Hatred of Bennett assures sovereignty

Netanyahu will do his best to keep Bennett from becoming the voice of the Right while in the Opposition. Op-ed/

Thinking out of the box - Naftali Bennett for Health Minister

Success requires a leader to think out of the box, pick the best man for the job, and not be influenced by personal issues. Opinion.

Mr. Gantz, dont let your hysterical partners destroy Israel!

Benny Gantz's glass house

Is Benny Gantz a clueless Mr. Clean?

Clarification: The National Camp won

Netanyahu's rivals' smart move would be to support cameras at polls

The last thing Israel needs is Ehud Barak in a leadership role

Warning: Iran may actually seek mutual destruction

Elephant in the room - highlighting Gantz's military record

Self inflicted Palestinian humiliation is not Israel's problem

Israel is Allowed to Disagree

Peace Now - Disaster Later

CIA Straitjacket

Conspiracy Theory

What is the Goal?

Oslo Corrupts

Negotiations Under Fire