Op-eds/Essays

Barbara Opall-Rome’s commentaries have been published in Ha’aretz, Los Angeles Times, The New York Post, Times of Israel and other publications.

30 Years: Shimon Peres — Civilian Warrior and Visionary for Peace - October 25, 2016
30 Years: Saddam Hussein — Trigger for Enduring War - October 25, 2016
30 Years: How Times Have Changed — Reflecting on Decades at Defense News - October 25, 2016
30 Years: Covering the Nexus of Business and Politics in Defense - October 25, 2016
Jerusalem Post - Spies in space: The story of the Ofek satellite program - Septembers 23, 2016
How the successes of those who dare to dream can stagnate under those who fail to follow through
Haaretz - On U.S. military aid to Israel, don’t bite the hand that feeds you - July 13, 2016
Netanyahu is misreading the script of the ongoing saga regarding the U.S. military aid package to Israel. It's not Israel's birthright: it's a privilege that must be earned.
Haaretz - Pollard Still Toxic for Israel- American Relations - Nov 22, 2015
Those who consider Israel has a 'moral obligation' to former prisoner 09185-016 can get busy privately fundraising for him. But Israel's government should take no part in it.
Haaretz - American Military Aid to Israel Can't Be a Blank Check - Nov 08, 2015
Netanyahu may be convinced Israel will forever live by the sword, but that doesn’t mean that Washington must pay for it.
‘How fast can you run?’ A soldier remembers - 14 - January 14, 2014
Harretz - Israel can't muzzle the world's media not even CNN - Nov 07, 2013
Israel's security establishment and its servile defense reporters need a few lessons in quality journalism and the rights of a free media beyond its borders.
Harretz - Jonathan Pollard is no Prisoner of Zion - Mar 17, 2013
The 'Free Pollard' campaign ahead of Obama's visit is a disgrace to American Zionists and U.S.-Israel relations. The bare truth is that he committed espionage for financial gain and glory.
NEW YORK POST - Mar 7, 2008
Lawyer Attack
NEW YORK POST - Jan 31, 2008
Olmert's Shame
NEW YORK POST - Jan 11, 2008
Us-Israeli Fault Lines
NEW YORK POST - June 8, 2007
Israel’s Great Robot Hope
NEW YORK POST - May 25, 2007
Gaza: Israel’s Bad Choices
NEW YORK POST - May 9, 2007
Decade Of Failure
Los Angeles Times - A Defensive Posture - June 26, 2002
Walling off the palestinians may offer Israelis a false sense of security