Wayne Koestenbaum's new novel takes readers inside the head of a man's all-consuming steamy relationship with the local rabbi. But this isn't kosher smut – it's full of masterful prose and wit

The strategy of targeting senior officials in Iran promotes less competent individuals to leadership positions, making it harder for the regime to function normally. However, as past wars have shown, a regime cannot be toppled through targeted killings

If Israel's leadership misses the opportunity to make a deal for Hezbollah's disarmament and possible Lebanese recognition of Israel, it will be due to stupidity or hypocrisy