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Dutch Far-Right Leader Demands Expulsion Over Pro-Hamas 'October 7' Shirt in Amsterdam Supermarket

A pro-Palestinian man wore a shirt referencing the October 7 Hamas attack in an Amsterdam supermarket, prompting far-right leader Geert Wilders to demand his arrest and expulsion…

Foreign Airlines Return to Israel as Ben Gurion Airport Hits Summer Passenger Records

Ben Gurion Airport recorded its busiest summer day with 101,000 passengers as multiple foreign airlines resumed flights to Israel. Over 50 airlines will operate next month, easing…

Pro-Palestinian Group Plans Protest at Vienna Stadium Ahead of Beitar Jerusalem Match

A pro-Palestinian group in Vienna is organizing a protest with Palestinian flags outside the Generali Arena during Beitar Jerusalem's Conference League match against Austria Vienn…

Security Breach Forces Arkia Flight From Amsterdam to Return to Gate

An Arkia flight from Amsterdam to Israel was delayed after a passenger boarded without a valid ticket, prompting the plane to return to the gate and security to remove the individ…

Israeli Football Fans Face Wide Ticket Price Gaps Across Europe and US Matches

Julian Brandt Impresses in Ajax Debut, Casting Doubt on Oscar Gloukh's Role

Ajax began the 2026 Eredivisie season with a 2-0 win over Zwolle, but struggled despite the victory. New signing Julian Brandt impressed by scoring and creating chances after repl…

Professor Rafi Carasso Warns of Sophisticated Anti-Zionist Propaganda Threatening Israel and Jewish Communities Abroad

Professor Rafi Carasso warns of a sophisticated anti-Zionist propaganda network fueling global antisemitism and weakening Israel's international standing. He calls for urgent Isra…

Oscar Gloukh Emerges as Key Player for Ajax in 2026/27 Season

Oscar Gloukh has emerged as a key player for Ajax after scoring multiple goals in Conference League qualifiers. Ajax starts the new Eredivisie season aiming for the title under ne…

KLM Airlines Resumes Flights to Israel Starting August 25 with Stopover in Larnaca

Dutch airline KLM will restart flights between Amsterdam and Tel Aviv from August 25, with a stopover in Larnaca for crew rest, joining other international carriers resuming servi…

PSV Eyes Fourth Straight Eredivisie Title Amidst Ajax and Feyenoord Challenges

PSV Eindhoven aims for a fourth consecutive Eredivisie title with strong new signings and a 48.6% chance to win. Ajax, under new coach Mitchell and led by Oscar Gloukh, has a 10.2…

Financial Blogger Itzik Shiroki Reveals Identity After Achieving Economic Freedom

Itzik Shiroki, the anonymous financial blogger Zik, revealed his identity after achieving early retirement and discussed his journey and tips for new financial content creators in…

Ajax Beats Shelbourne 3-1 with Israeli Oscar Gloch Starting

Israeli midfielder Oscar Gloch started for Ajax in their 3-1 win over Shelbourne in Amsterdam, while Twente defeated Dunajska Streda 6-0 without injured Israeli Stav Lemkin.

Israeli Passengers Seize Blue Bird Plane Equipment in Dutch Court Over Flight Cancellation Dispute

Twenty-eight Israeli passengers sued Blue Bird Airways and Kavim Hofesh for compensation after a 2024 flight cancellation. They obtained a Dutch court order to seize Blue Bird's a…

Netherlands Classifies Israel Alongside Iran and Russia as Foreign Influence Threat

The Netherlands' security agency has classified Israel alongside Iran and Russia as a foreign influence threat, triggering a diplomatic crisis. The move follows Israeli actions du…

Flyers in Amsterdam Urge Reporting and Boycotting Israelis Ahead of Pride Parade

Flyers distributed in Amsterdam before the Pride Parade urged residents to boycott Israeli artists and report Israelis, labeling them as war criminals. The organization RITA denie…

Arkia Adds Boeing 787 Dreamliner to Boost Summer Flights to New York, Paris, Amsterdam

Arkia Airlines has introduced a Boeing 787 Dreamliner to increase summer flight capacity on routes to New York, Paris, and Amsterdam, responding to high passenger demand and limit…

Ajax Signing Julian Brandt Could Sideline Israeli Star Oscar Gloukh

Ajax's signing of Julian Brandt threatens to reduce Israeli midfielder Oscar Gloukh's playing time despite his strong start to the season. Analysts in the Netherlands suggest Glou…

Blue Bird Airlines Adds Weekly Flight Between Tel Aviv and Amsterdam for Summer

Blue Bird Airlines is increasing flights between Tel Aviv and Amsterdam from three to four weekly starting August 10, responding to growing summer demand and enhancing travel opti…

Former Barcelona Goalkeeper Marc-André ter Stegen Joins Ajax on Loan

Marc-André ter Stegen, former Barcelona goalkeeper, has joined Ajax on a one-year loan to regain fitness and playing time after injuries. He reunites with coach Mitchell and joins…

Tel Aviv Tops Employer Costs but Offers Low Net Pay for Employees Compared Globally

A Payoneer study finds Tel Aviv among the most expensive cities for employers but offers relatively low net salaries to employees, highlighting challenges for Israeli companies ex…

Dutch Law Banning Israeli Settlement Goods Signals Deep Political Shift

The Netherlands passed a law banning Israeli settlement goods, reflecting a broader political shift influenced by historical complexities and current demographic changes. This mov…

Rabbi Zev Krauker, Esteemed Amsterdam Scholar, Passes Away at 75 in Antwerp

Rabbi Zev Krauker, a prominent Torah scholar and community leader from Amsterdam, died at age 75 in Antwerp after a short illness. Known for his scholarship, integrity, and kindne…

Ajax Faces Criticism Over Handling of Israeli Midfielder Oscar Gloukh Despite Strong Season Start

Oscar Gloukh scored a hat-trick for Ajax in a Europa League qualifier, but Dutch media criticize Ajax's past mismanagement of him. Despite his strong start to the 2026/27 season…

Israeli Fighter Sagi Koren Wins Grappling Title in Amsterdam with Three Submission Victories

Israeli MMA fighter Sagi Koren won the Grappling Industries title in Amsterdam with three submission wins, maintaining his undefeated record and building on his status as the firs…

Oscar Gloukh Scores Hat-Trick to Lead Ajax to Conference League Next Round

Israeli midfielder Oscar Gloukh scored a hat-trick in Ajax's 4-1 win over Vojvodina, helping the team advance in the UEFA Conference League qualifiers. Praised by Dutch media and…

Netherlands Enacts Strict Ban on Trade with Israeli Settlements, Excludes Booking.com

The Netherlands has passed a strict law banning trade with Israeli settlements, including the Golan Heights, effective September 22. The law prohibits buying or selling goods from…

AEK Athens Signs Croatian Midfielder Mayr With Salary More Than Double Former Beitar Player

AEK Athens has signed Croatian midfielder Lovro Mayr from Wolfsburg for 6 million euros, offering him a net annual salary of 2 million euros, more than double the salary of Kings…

Oscar Gloukh Shines as Ajax Begins New Era with 4-1 Win Over Vojvodina

Oscar Gloukh scored as Ajax began the 2026/27 season with a 4-1 win over Vojvodina in Conference League qualifiers, showing promise under new coach Mitchell. The coaching change a…

Two Men Stabbed in Manhattan, Suspect Arrested Amid Hate Crime Investigation

Two men, one Jewish and one Asian, were stabbed in Manhattan's Upper West Side; a suspect was arrested and police are investigating a possible hate crime. Both victims are in stab…

Man Shouts 'Allahu Akbar' and Stabs Two Men in Manhattan, One Jewish Victim Near Synagogue

In Manhattan, a man shouting "Allahu Akbar" stabbed two men in separate attacks, including a Jewish man near a synagogue. Police arrested a suspect and are investigating possible…

Israeli Podcast 'To the Limit' Explores Society’s Deepest Issues in Four Must-Listen Episodes

Keren Neubach’s podcast "To the Limit" released four episodes this week exploring Israeli society’s emotional ties to football, U.S.-Israel relations, salary transparency, and reb…

Amsterdam Cookies Recipe Offers Perfect Sweet Treat to Break Fast

Amsterdam cookies, featuring rich chocolate dough and a white chocolate center, are recommended as a perfect dessert to break a fast. The recipe includes detailed preparation step…

Blue Bird Airlines Cuts Round-Trip Fares to Popular Summer Destinations from Israel

Blue Bird Airlines, owned by Israelis, is offering round-trip flights from Israel to several European destinations for as low as 125 euros, including Larnaca and Crete. The airlin…

New European Border System Causes Hours-Long Airport Queues Amid Tourism Surge

The European Entry/Exit System, launched in April 2024 to enhance border security across 29 Schengen airports, has caused extensive delays and long queues amid technical and staff…

Europe Faces Long Entry Delays as New Border Control System Struggles During Peak Tourism

Europe's new biometric border control system, EES, launched in April 2026, is causing long delays and technical problems at major airports during peak tourism. Despite calls to su…

Israeli Economic Commentator Explores Social Taboos Around Discussing Salaries

Shaul Amsterdamski investigates the social discomfort around discussing salaries in Israel by asking strangers about their income, exploring the reasons behind salary secrecy and…

New European Border Control System Causes Long Delays and Flight Misses Amid Technical Issues

The European Entry/Exit System, launched in April to enhance border security across 29 Schengen countries, has caused long delays and technical issues at major airports, frustrati…

Belgian Soldiers Stop Man Threatening Orthodox Jews with Emergency Hammer in Antwerp

Belgian soldiers in Antwerp stopped a man threatening Orthodox Jews with an emergency hammer and detained him until police arrived. The arrest follows increased security measures…

Netherlands Declares Water Shortage Emergency Amid Severe Drought and Heatwaves

The Netherlands declared a water shortage emergency on July 26 due to prolonged heatwaves and drought causing historic low river levels. The government prioritized water use for f…

Researchers Reveal How AI Bots Judge Human Trustworthiness and Biases

Researchers at Hebrew University studied how AI bots judge human trustworthiness, competence, and kindness, finding bots make consistent but culturally influenced and sometimes bi…

Europe Enforces Pay Transparency Laws While Israel Continues Debating the Issue

Europe has enacted a new directive requiring companies to disclose salaries and address gender pay gaps, with penalties for violations, while Israel continues debating pay transpa…

Kan 11 Unveils Diverse Summer Lineup Following Record-Breaking 2026 World Cup

Kan 11 launches its summer 2026 lineup with returning favorites and new shows across genres, following Israel's record World Cup viewership. Highlights include the 10th season of…

Monumental Raises $32M to Deploy Autonomous Bricklaying Robots in Construction

Amsterdam startup Monumental raised $32 million to expand its autonomous bricklaying robots amid a global construction labor shortage. The company plans to enter the U.S. market n…

Israel’s Major Public Transport Reform Faces Delay Amid Haredi Pressure

Israel’s key public transport reform law, designed to decentralize management to metropolitan authorities, faces delays amid Haredi political pressure and a crowded legislative sc…

Alfred Akirov Plans to Gain Control of Clal Insurance, Discusses Economy and Elections

Alfred Akirov plans to take control of Clal Insurance and supports Gadi Eisenkot in upcoming elections. He highlighted Israel's economic resilience, praised the Bank of Israel's r…

Israeli Guitar Legend Shimon Holly Dies Shortly After Documentary Spotlight

Israeli guitarist Shimon Holly died at 71 shortly after gaining recognition from the documentary "Searching for Haifa." Known for inspiring many musicians and playing with Peter G…

Israeli Midfielder Oscar Gloukh Commits to Ajax Despite Challenging Debut Season

Israeli midfielder Oscar Gloukh confirms he will stay at Ajax despite a challenging first season, aiming to become a regular starter under new coach Mitchell.

Innovative Gene Therapy Enables Kidney-Only Transplant for Israeli Toddler with Rare Genetic Disease

A three-year-old Israeli boy with a rare genetic disease avoided a risky liver transplant thanks to a novel gene therapy and received only a kidney transplant, dramatically improv…