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Fenerbahce Returns to Champions League, Viking Makes Historic Debut

Fenerbahce defeated Lyon 2-1 to return to the Champions League group stage for the first time since 2008/09. Viking FK made history by qualifying for the Champions League for the…

Greek Police Arrest Taxi Driver for Overcharging and Threatening Israeli Tourists in Athens

A taxi driver in Athens was arrested for allegedly overcharging and threatening an Israeli family, demanding 600 euros for a ride from the airport. Police are investigating additi…

Tyrese Rice Returns to EuroLeague as Bayern Munich Player Development Coach

Tyrese Rice, famed for leading Maccabi Tel Aviv to the 2014 EuroLeague title, returns to the EuroLeague as Bayern Munich's player development coach, joining their professional sta…

Champions League Draw Set Without Hapoel Be'er Sheva as 32 Teams Qualify

The 2026-27 UEFA Champions League draw will proceed without Israeli club Hapoel Be'er Sheva, with 32 teams qualified and four spots pending. The group stage starts September 8, an…

Israeli Tourism to Greece Hits Record Nearly 750,000 Visitors in Past Year

In 2025, nearly 750,000 Israelis visited Greece, setting a new record and confirming Greece as their top vacation spot. Israeli tourism to Greece rose nearly 20 percent from the p…

Israeli Journalist and Political Advisor Orit Galili-Zucker Dies at 70 After Cancer Battle

Orit Galili-Zucker, an Israeli journalist and political advisor, died at 70 after a two-year cancer battle, expressing wishes to see her family milestones before passing.

Israeli Man Claims He Was Ejected From Athens Event Over Jewish and Israeli Identity

Rafi Rom, an Israeli living in Athens, says he was removed from a social event after security labeled him a "security risk" due to his Jewish and Israeli identity. The incident to…

New Loutraki Project Offers Vacation Apartments for 350,000 Shekels Amid Israel Housing Crisis

A new project in Loutraki, Greece, offers vacation apartments starting at 100,000 euros (350,000 shekels), attracting Israeli buyers amid high local housing costs. The development…

Israel Expands Direct Flights to Unexpected European and Central Asian Cities

Israel is expanding its direct flight options to less typical destinations such as Malaga, Bologna, Vilnius, Tivat, Copenhagen, Tashkent, and Riga, offering travelers authentic cu…

Cameri Theater Updates Agamemnon as a Modern Political Thriller Amid Nolan's Odyssey Release

The Cameri Theater's new adaptation of "Agamemnon" sets the ancient Greek tragedy in 2026 as a political thriller, drawing parallels to Israeli and American leaders. The play coin…

Philosophical and Logical Paradoxes Reveal Deeper Insights Into Knowledge and Reality

Ancient and modern paradoxes, from Socrates’ intellectual humility to Zeno’s and Theseus’ puzzles, challenge logic and stimulate deeper thinking. They appear in philosophy, mathem…

Greece’s Air Traffic Congestion Creates Major Delays for Middle East Flights Including Israel

Greece’s overloaded airspace is causing significant flight delays affecting Europe and Israel, driven by record tourism and air traffic control issues. Israel’s Ben Gurion Airport…

Top Seven Scenic Hotels to Visit After the Summer Vacation Rush

Travel expert Merav Talmor-Kashi recommends seven scenic hotels worldwide for trips after the summer vacation rush, offering fewer tourists and pleasant weather. Destinations incl…

West Nile Virus Outbreak in Greece Infects Dozens Amid Rising Cases

Greece reports a significant rise in West Nile virus cases, with 157 infections and 13 deaths mainly around Athens, reflecting a broader Southern European trend.

Ben Gurion Airport Closes Amid Chaos, Hundreds of Flights Delayed or Canceled

Ben Gurion Airport closed on Thursday, halting all landings and causing delays or cancellations for over 600 flights and 100,000 passengers. Arkia Airlines reported multiple fligh…

Arkia Airlines Reports Flight Delays Amid Ben Gurion Airport Strike Disruptions

Arkia Airlines reports delays on several flights due to a strike at Ben Gurion Airport, affecting routes to major European and regional destinations. Some flights continue as sche…

Strike Halts Landings at Ben Gurion Airport, Causing Major Delays and Traffic Jams

Ben Gurion Airport briefly halted landings on Thursday due to a strike by airport workers, causing major flight delays and traffic jams. The airport resumed landings gradually fro…

Greece Deepens Security Ties with Israel Despite Turkish-Qatari Media Criticism

Turkish and Qatari media criticize Greece's alliance with Israel as burdensome amid protests, but Greece strengthens military ties and defense purchases from Israel. Israeli real…

Greek Tourism Minister Assures Israelis of Safety Amid Rising Anti-Israel Incidents

Greek Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni assured Israeli tourists that Greece remains safe despite recent anti-Israel incidents. The Central Board of Jewish Communities in Greece…

New Study Reveals 79 Men Found Bound Near Athens Were Local to Attica

Israeli Passengers Face Hours-Long Delays Waiting on Planes Before Takeoff at Ben Gurion Airport

Passengers at Ben Gurion Airport have faced hours-long waits inside planes before takeoff due to air traffic congestion and strict takeoff slot rules. Recent delays on flights to…

Lisbon Surpasses Tel Aviv as Europe’s Most Expensive City to Buy a Home

Lisbon has overtaken Tel Aviv as the most expensive European city to buy a home, requiring over 31 years of gross salaries for a 100-square-meter apartment. Tel Aviv now ranks fou…

Former Maccabi Tel Aviv Forward Derek Williams Signs One-Year Deal with AEK Athens

Derek Williams, former Maccabi Tel Aviv forward, returns to European basketball by signing a one-year deal with AEK Athens after a year off. He last played in Europe in 2022/23 wi…

Amar'e Stoudemire Inducted Into Basketball Hall of Fame, Reflects on Spiritual Journey in Israel

Amar'e Stoudemire was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame in August 2026, reflecting on his 20-year private study of Torah and his impactful basketball career in Israel. He…

Israeli Families Face Mixed Reception After Relocating to Greece Amid Rising Tensions

Since late 2022, many Israeli families have moved to Greece seeking stability amid Israel's turmoil, integrating into local communities but facing rising local resentment over hou…

Israeli Couple Attacked During Pro-Palestinian Protest in Athens

An Israeli couple was attacked during a pro-Palestinian protest in Athens on Sunday, prompting Israeli authorities to issue a caution advisory for citizens in Greece. The incident…

Anti-IDF Graffiti Sparks Concern Amid Rising Pro-Palestinian Protests in Popular Greek Tourist Spot

Anti-IDF graffiti appeared in Heraklion, Crete, amid widespread pro-Palestinian protests in Greece, raising safety concerns for Israeli tourists. The Combat Antisemitism Movement…

El Al and Isracard Launch FLY CARD to Turn Everyday Spending into Flight Rewards

El Al and Isracard's FLY CARD lets users convert everyday spending into frequent flyer points redeemable for flights and travel perks. Over one million tickets were bought with po…

Foreign Airlines Gradually Resume Flights to Israel's Ben Gurion Airport

Foreign airlines are gradually resuming flights to Israel's Ben Gurion Airport after a long reduction, with many carriers returning since April and more scheduled for September, i…

Serbian Guard Nemanja Nedovic Recalls Late-Night Clash With Coach Sasha Djordjevic in Tel Aviv

Serbian basketball guard Nemanja Nedovic recalled a 2015 late-night incident in Tel Aviv where he clashed with coach Sasha Djordjevic after returning early from a team outing. Djo…

Former Foreign Footballers Eye Return to Israeli Premier League Amid Transfer Challenges

Several former foreign footballers who played in Israel are currently available or likely to leave their clubs abroad, presenting Israeli Premier League teams with potential mid-s…

Tourism Official Warns Israelis to Avoid Provocations Amid Greek 'Day of Rage' Protests

A tourism official in Athens reports that the upcoming Greek "Day of Rage" protests are minor and pose minimal risk to Israeli tourists, who number around 200,000 in Greece. While…

Emily Damari Defies Pro-Palestinian 'Day of Rage' Warnings During Mykonos Vacation

Emily Damari, vacationing in Mykonos, openly defied Israeli government warnings to hide Jewish identity during pro-Palestinian "Day of Rage" protests across Greece targeting Israe…

Raz Oded and Bank Hapoalim Acquire Fourth Hotel in Greece on Evia Island

Raz Oded and Bank Hapoalim's ORC LAND have acquired the Evia Riviera Resort on Greece's Evia Island, their fourth hotel in the country, with plans to invest 15 million shekels in…

Three Greek Clubs Show Interest in Maccabi Tel Aviv's Helio Vieira Amid Transfer Talks

Three Greek clubs have shown serious interest in Maccabi Tel Aviv winger Helio Vieira, with transfer talks expected soon. Maccabi demands 4.5 million euros, above current offers…

Pro-Palestinian Groups Stage Widespread Anti-Israel Protests Across Popular Greek Islands

Pro-Palestinian groups in Greece are organizing widespread protests across the country, including popular tourist islands, demanding sanctions and an arms embargo on Israel. The d…

Pro-Palestinian 'Day of Rage' Planned Across Greece Targeting Israeli Tourists

A pro-Palestinian "Day of Rage" is planned for Sunday across Greece, targeting Israeli tourists with protests in major cities and islands, aiming to disrupt their vacations and ca…

El Al's FLY CARD Turns Everyday Spending Into Real Flights for Members

El Al and Isracard's FLY CARD credit card converts everyday spending into frequent flyer points redeemable for flights, with over one million tickets bought using points last year…

Levavi Garcia Returns to Greek League with Panathinaikos After Difficult Season in Russia

Levavi Garcia, former Beitar Jerusalem forward, is loaned from Spartak Moscow to Panathinaikos in Greece after a tough season in Russia, agreeing to a salary cut and aiming to rev…

Israeli Real Estate Investors Shift Focus to Piraeus Amid Urban Renewal

Israeli real estate investors are increasingly targeting Piraeus, Greece, due to its urban renewal, tourism, academic presence, and affordable prices. Developer Palmo highlights s…

Israeli System Could Have Prevented Deadly Firefighting Helicopter Crash in Greece

Two firefighting helicopters collided in Greece, killing two crew members. An Israeli-developed collision avoidance system, tested by the Israeli Air Force, could prevent such acc…

Be'er Sheva Attempts Last-Minute Deal to Retain Kangwa Before Panathinaikos Transfer

Hapoel Be'er Sheva tried to keep Kings Kangwa for Champions League qualifiers by negotiating with Panathinaikos, but the transfer proceeded immediately. Kangwa moved to Panathinai…

Trump’s Fluctuating Iran Policy Fuels Uncertainty in Israel, Impacting Travel and Daily Life

President Trump's shifting statements on Iran have created uncertainty in Israel, leading many Israelis to alter travel plans and impacting tourism, especially in the north. While…

Former Beitar Jerusalem Midfielder Livai Garcia Linked to Greek Clubs Including Panathinaikos

Livai Garcia, ex-Beitar Jerusalem midfielder now at Spartak Moscow, seeks a transfer amid limited playing time, with Greek clubs Panathinaikos and Olympiakos interested, Panathina…

Hapoel Be'er Sheva Star Kings Kangwa Signs with Greek Club Panathinaikos

Kings Kangwa, a key player for Hapoel Be'er Sheva, has signed with Greek club Panathinaikos after two successful seasons in Israel, where he won multiple titles and individual hon…

Israelis Favor Mediterranean and European Destinations for Sukkot Holiday Travel

Ahead of the Sukkot holidays in early September, around two million Israelis are expected to travel abroad, favoring Mediterranean beach resorts and European cities due to favorab…

British Airways Extends Suspension of Flights to Israel Until October 2026

British Airways will keep suspending flights to Tel Aviv until October 2026, resuming with limited service and fewer direct flights to London. Passengers can reroute or get refund…

Hapoel Be'er Sheva Star Kings Kangwa Departs for Panathinaikos After Champions League Win

Kings Kangwa bid farewell to Hapoel Be'er Sheva after their Champions League qualifier win and is transferring to Panathinaikos for around 3.8 million euros. He thanked the club a…