Almost a meeting….

If anything demonstrates the totally dysfunctional nature of Israeli advocacy this incident proves it. Read more

Clueless politicians…writes Michael Kuttner

Some definitions of “clueless” according to the Webster and Oxford dictionaries are: ignorant, oblivious, unacquainted, hopelessly unaware, uninformed, unknowing, unmindful and unwitting. Read more

French (and other) follies…writes Michael Kuttner

From the country which falsely accused Alfred Dreyfus of treason and whose Vichy collaborationists enthusiastically rounded up and transported Jews to their deaths, we now await another Gallic gesture of ill will heading in our direction. Read more

Timing is indeed crucial…writes Michael Kuttner

Momentous events in our recent past and also today are more often than not determined by timing. Read more

Ignorance is not bliss…writes Michael Kuttner

Benjamin Franklin said it best when he stated: “We are all born ignorant but one must work hard to remain stupid.” Read more

Holocaust black holes…writes Michael Kuttner

As the number of Shoah survivors able to personally bear witness to the horrors they experienced decreases, the challenge is to ensure that future generations will be educated and informed of what happened during the years 1933 to 1945. Read more

Failing grades for dummies…writes Michael Kuttner

Way back in the 1940’s and 1950’s when I went to elementary and high school the punishment meted out to pupils who consistently failed to listen, learn and do their homework ranged from detention and lines to strapping (hands or bottom) and caning. Read more

Uncontrollable urges

This common medical condition seems to apparently afflict politicians, diplomats and media personalities alike especially when Israel is the object of their obsession…writes Michael Kuttner Read more

Netanyahu briefs the international media

Arranged by the Israeli Government Press Office, the annual briefing by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu provides an opportunity for members of the foreign press and diplomats to be updated on the Israel Government’s latest assessment of current developments. J-Wire’s Michael Kuttner reports. Read more

Birds of a feather

The company a person keeps is more often than not indicative of how they feel about certain things…writes Michael Kuttner. Read more

It’s indeed a small world…writes Michael Kuttner

Life is full of surprises and one never knows when a person or name from the past will suddenly re- appear. Read more

Portrait presentation sparks a myriad of memories

In a moving and memorable ceremony Sydney-based Johnny and Thea Weiss have presented a print portrait of Lotte Weiss to the Holocaust Museum in Jerusalem’s Yad Vashem. Read more

‘Tis that time of year again

It hardly seems like twelve months since 2015 commenced but here we are on the cusp of 2016 in the civil calendar…writes Michael Kuttner. Read more

May the force be with you…writes Michael Kuttner

This week has seen the release of the latest Star Wars movie in many countries, including Israel, where because of the time difference, fans were able to view it many hours ahead of its premiere in the USA. Read more

UNRWA unmasked

The Knesset (Israel’s Parliament) was the venue for an important forum held this week devoted to learning exactly what goes on behind the scenes at the UN agency tasked with looking after Palestinian Arab refugees. Read more

You couldn’t make this up…writes Michael Kuttner

Very often events occur which verge on or cross over into the unbelievable or the realm of apparent fiction. Read more

Radicalised by climate change?

What motivation lies behind the current wave of terror attacks? Read more

UNbridled, UNbelievable HYPOCRISY…writes Michael Kuttner

When it comes to Israel it seems that there are no depths to which the United Nations and its associated agencies will plummet. Read more

The Oracle keeps speaking

One of the definitions of an oracle is “someone who believes he is in communication with a deity and can accurately predict the future”…writes Michael Kuttner. Read more

The Jerusalem Post Diplomatic Conference

The conference was held this week and attended by the diplomatic corps as well as foreign and local media. J-Wire’s Michael Kuttner was there and has filed this report: Read more

Boker Tov, Eliyahu…writes Michael Kuttner

Literally, this is translated as “good morning” Eliyahu. However in colloquial Israeli usage it actually means “you were incredibly stupid but finally you get it!” Read more

What have gestures ever done for us?…asks Michael Kuttner

One of the unforgettable lines from the hit film, “The Life of Brian” had one of the characters demanding to know “what have the Romans ever done for us?” Read more

Taking a gamble

In recent weeks there has been a minor media frenzy surrounding Australian media and business mogul James Packer who has purchased a home in Israel and spends quite a bit of time there. Read more

New Zealand on show at Twickenham…and the United Nations

As far as New Zealanders and many Australians are concerned the rugby world cup competition every four years is the most looked forward to event on the sporting calendar…writes Michael Kuttner Read more

The Lone Ranger rides again

Most probably only those of a certain vintage will remember the exploits of the Lone Ranger and his faithful sidekick. Read more

Lord of the Lies…writes Michael Kuttner

The time has arrived, in fact it is long overdue, to bury the false notion that the President of the Palestinian Terrorist Authority is a partner for peace. Read more

War and Peace

Since 1948 we have experienced precious little peace. Instead, the declaration of war which our Arab neighbors initiated continues unabated…writes Michael Kuttner. Read more

Briefing the foreign media

Israel’s Government Press Office has briefed the foreign media on the current situation of ongoing violence. Michael Kuttner reports… Read more

Boundless double standards

The annual irrelevant circus at UN headquarters in New York has been taking place once again…writes Michael Kuttner. Read more

Pilgrims’ Progress

We are in the midst of Succoth commonly known in English as the Feast of Tabernacles…writes Michael Kuttner. Read more

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