‘The Jerusalem Post’ deletes article claiming ‘God gave Israel Lebanon’

The Israeli broadsheet newspaper ‘The Jerusalem Post’ attracted controversy online on two fronts, first by publishing an article that entertained the idea of Lebanon being part of “Israel’s promised land”, and later by taking it down.

On September 25, 2024, the newspaper published an article titled “Is Lebanon part of Israel’s promised territory?” which sparked controversy online, particularly amid ongoing Israeli air strikes in Lebanon.

The strikes, which began the previous Monday, have resulted in over 900 killings, according to Lebanese officials.

Following backlash, The Jerusalem Post removed the article, prompting heated reactions across social media, with many accusing the outlet of promoting expansionist ideas under the guise of religious justification.

The article touched on the contentious notion of “Greater Israel”, a term associated with far-right elements of Israeli politics, which claim historical and religious rights to territories, including parts of Lebanon.

Though largely symbolic and not part of mainstream Israeli policy, this idea has resurfaced at times, fuelling fears of Israeli territorial ambitions.

A similar controversy arose recently when Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich displayed a map suggesting Israel’s borders should extend far beyond their current lines, further aggravating tensions.

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