Jerusalem Post Review 2026: News Coverage, Credibility and Features

The Jerusalem Post is an English language newspaper and news website (with a very strong digital presence) covering Israel, the Middle East, the Jewish world and international news. It was founded in 1932 and has developed from a fairly standard newspaper into a major international news platform with a website that carries news, opinion, a digital edition, magazines and so on. The website covers a wide range of subjects from Israeli politics and world news through to business, archaeology and the region. Of course you can't just look at the history of a publication or the sheer volume of articles it produces to understand it. You have to look at its editorial stance, its way of reporting, its digital offerings and its subscription model as well. That's what this review is about in terms of The Jerusalem Post. We'll be looking at its key features, the nature of its news coverage, the issues of credibility, the subscription options and the opportunities for freelancers.

Where the paper came from, and who owns it now

Launched on 1 December 1932 as The Palestine Post (founded by Gershon Agron during the Mandate), it became The Jerusalem Post in 1950. Ownership has changed several times since then. It was sold by Hollinger on 16 November 2004 to Mirkaei Tikshoret, an Israeli media company owned by investor Eli Azur. Azur also acquired Maariv in 2014. The paper's own 'About' page states that Azur still owns it. The same page lists Zvika Klein as Editor-in-Chief.
I'm spelling this out because the ownership chart in a paper tells you far more about its tone than its slogan ever could.

The "centrist" label is not a guarantee of neutrality

A widely held view is that a paper with a fairly long running history and a fairly moderate self-image must be neutral. The Post describes itself as centrist with writers and columnists of all stripes. External assessments would place it further to the right. Its Wikipedia infobox rates it as centre-right. Media Bias/Fact Check rates it as right-centre and notes that it has moved to the right since Conrad Black acquired it and started to bring in a lot of conservative journalists and editors. Some people take it even further and claim the paper's political affiliations under the current ownership actually reduce the force of its criticism of right wing governments.

The paper's supporters will point to the range of columnists. You can certainly hold both views as you read. It doesn't mean the reporting is of no value at all. It simply means you should be aware of where the paper stands before you go on to rely on it.

For political or conflict-related stories, a few habits help:

• Is it a news report or an opinion piece? They're labelled as such.
• Look at who's quoted and who's not.
• Read the same story from at least one other credible outlet before you form an opinion.

What you actually get on the site

The homepage is structured by section so breaking news, politics and opinion are all easily delineated. The coverage is very much Israel/Middle East/international/international Jewish communities. There are articles, of course, but also newsletters, podcasts, magazines and premium content. There are both print and digital editions which is of course relevant if you're reading from outside of Israel.

Free reading versus a paid subscription

Some content is behind a premium subscription. I'm not quoting a price as that changes and you should just look at the price on the subscription page. The trade off is simple:

• If you're into Israeli affairs and you want the full archive and the premium pieces then paying is absolutely worth it.
• If you're just reading occasionally or just for the headlines then the free content plus a second source is quite sufficient.

Writing for The Jerusalem Post: What the Opinion Page Requires and Whether Writers Get Paid

The Jerusalem Post has an opportunity for writers to submit opinion pieces on all manner of topics. Before you go ahead and write one though, it's important to be aware of the submission guidelines, the editorial expectations and the pay policy.
The submission page has a number of useful details for writers to be aware of prior to submitting their work.

What does the Jerusalem Post require of its writers?

The publication is looking for articles of approximately 800 words, though they'll occasionally consider longer ones. You'll of course need to adhere to the instructions on the submission page.
Here are the main requirements:

• Article format: The complete article must be included in the body of the email rather than sent as an attachment.
• Author biography: Include a short bio of one or two sentences introducing yourself.
• Contact number: Give us a phone number that the editorial team can get through to.
• Writer's photograph: A clear headshot of yourself.
• Just submit your own work and adhere to the publication's editorial guidelines.

These details may seem trivial but the absence of basic submission info can make an otherwise good article less than ideal for consideration.

Does the Jerusalem Post pay its contributors?

This is one of the most crucial points to get to your head before you submit an opinion piece.
The Jerusalem Post makes it very clear that it doesn't pay contributors for opinion articles that are submitted. In other words, just because an article gets published doesn't mean you get paid for it.
This is important because there's a tendency for some people to think that if you're in a reputable international publication you get paid. You don't in this instance.
Before submitting, keep these points in mind:

• No payment is offered for opinion contributions.
• Article views don't earn the contributor anything.
• Publication is not to be seen as a means of regular income.
• Editorial acceptance and publication are by no means guaranteed.

My Experience: What I Noticed on the Submission Page

When I went to The Jerusalem Post's submission page I actually read the instructions very carefully rather than just looking at the opportunity to get published.
The first thing that struck me was the payment policy. It's very clear that contributors are not paid at all. I thought that was a good thing to know up front as writers have a right to know the financial terms before they invest any time in writing an article.
Another thing I noticed was the response time limitation. The site explains that they receive a huge number of submissions and it's not always possible to get back to people promptly.
This is definitely something to bear in mind particularly for the independent writer who will have spent hours on the research, the writing and the editing of their piece. You won't get a response to an article you send straight away so it's probably better not to structure your writing schedule around the expectation of a reply.
My overall view is that The Jerusalem Post would be a perfectly viable option if you're after a reputable publication to get your name out there and build up your CV. Just be realistic about what you're getting.
Before I submit I'd make sure the article was original, relevant to the intended readership and properly edited. I'd also make sure all the requested contact and author details were included rather than just sending an incomplete submission.
Most importantly I'd regard the opportunity as a potential route to exposure rather than a way of making money. That distinction should be very clear to any writer before they decide to submit.

Is submitting to The Jerusalem Post worth it?

The answer is it depends on what you're looking for in the experience.
If your aim is publication exposure, getting out to a wider audience, or simply adding a publication to your CV then submitting an original opinion piece may be worth it.
However if you're after any paid writing work then this publication probably won't suit you.
Consider your goal before submitting:

• For exposure: it could be an opportunity to get in front of the publication's readers if your piece is accepted.
• For a writing portfolio a published article would be a good example of your work.
• For immediate income it's not an option at all as the contributors aren't paid.
• For guaranteed publication: there is no guarantee that an article you submit will be published.

An Alternative for Writers Who Want to Earn
If your aim is to make money via writing then another option to consider is building your own website.
A site gives you more control over your articles, your publishing schedule and your potential monetisation routes. As your audience grows you can look at affiliate marketing, advertising and all the other ways you can make money.
However running a site does require regular content updates, maintenance and patience. Earnings aren't guaranteed, particularly with a new site.
Ultimately the right one is down to whether you're after the publication exposure or whether you're after building a platform that you can then go on to monetise over time.

So is the Jerusalem Post worth following?

After a look at The Jerusalem Post it's clear it's a broadsheet with a wide range of news, opinion pieces and international coverage. It would be a useful source for someone who wants to keep up with what's going on in Israel, the Middle East and the wider world.
My Take:
Having had a proper look at the site and gone through the various sections, I'd say The Jerusalem Post is the one to go to for international news and regular updates.
What I would absolutely not do is rely on a single publication for every single important story. Political developments and conflict reporting in particular will have a range of perspectives so it's absolutely essential to cross check with a number of reputable sources.
For anyone following international affairs, Middle East developments and opinion pieces The Jerusalem Post can be a useful publication to keep an eye on. I'd use it as one of my sources rather than my sole source.
My Working Rule
My approach would be to use The Jerusalem Post (alongside a number of other established newspapers). It's a well-established paper with a wide range of coverage and plenty of ways to keep up with it.
However I would check any important political stories (particularly Israel/Middle East stories) against other reputable news sources prior to forming an opinion.
Final verdict: The Jerusalem Post is probably worth keeping an eye on for international and regional news, as long as you don't go down the route of just relying on one source and have a balanced view.