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Jewish Community in Baku Sees Growth, Prepares for Holiday Visitors
Baku's Jewish community is experiencing significant growth in its educational institutions and religious services, attracting both local residents and a rising number of tourists…
Israeli Tennis Player Wins Baku Tournament Singles Title
Israeli tennis player Amit Keinan won the singles title at the ITF J30 Baku tournament in Azerbaijan, defeating another Israeli, Yonatan Shagass, in the final. Israeli players als…
Raz Hershko Reclaims World No. 1 Ranking After Budapest Grand Slam Gold
Israeli judoka Raz Hershko regained the world number one ranking after winning gold at the Budapest Grand Slam. The Israeli team secured three medals in total, with Yitzhak Azrapo…
Israeli Judo Prodigy Ashpiz Eyes Olympic Gold
Israeli judoka Yitzhak Ashpiz, 18, has won gold at the Grand Slam in Budapest and aims for Olympic gold. He has achieved multiple historic firsts for Israeli judo at a young age.
Israeli Teen Yitzhak Azrapov Wins Gold at Budapest Grand Slam
Israeli judoka Yitzhak Azrapov, 18, won the gold medal at the Budapest Grand Slam in the under-60kg category, defeating France's Enzo Jean in the final. This is his first career g…
Hapoel Be'er Sheva's Setback Against Maccabi Tel Aviv Highlights Team's Decline
Hapoel Be'er Sheva's coach Ran Kozuch's somber reaction to a loss against Maccabi Tel Aviv contrasts with his previous expression of gratitude after another defeat, sparking debat…
Four Celtic Fans Arrested in Azerbaijan for Attempting to Smuggle PLO Flag
Four Celtic fans were arrested in Baku, Azerbaijan, for attempting to bring a PLO flag into a football match against Hapoel Be'er Sheva. Two were sentenced to one month in prison…
Azerbaijan Tourism Boom: Israeli Visitors Surge, Flights Increase
Tourism from Israel to Azerbaijan is rapidly increasing, with direct flights set to reach 30 per week by summer 2026. Israeli visitors have significantly boosted Azerbaijan's tour…
Maccabi Tel Aviv and Hapoel Be'er Sheva Clash in Key Israeli League Match
Maccabi Tel Aviv faces Hapoel Be'er Sheva in a key Israeli Premier League match, with both teams looking to assert dominance early in the season. New signings Gabi Kanyikovsky for…
Israelis Flock to Azerbaijan Amid Surge in Direct Flights
Azerbaijan is seeing a significant rise in Israeli tourists, with around 30 direct flights weekly. Israelis report feeling safe and welcome in the Muslim-majority country, especia…
Lawyer: Server Farms Are the New Avocado, Driving Real Estate Deals
Amir Chen, a real estate lawyer, stated that AI companies are increasing demand for office space, while server farms are becoming a major new driver of real estate deals. He also…
Hapoel Be'er Sheva Players Battle 'Emptiness' After Champions League Exit
Hapoel Be'er Sheva players are struggling with a sense of 'emptiness' after their Champions League exit. The team faces Maccabi Tel Aviv next, hoping the high-stakes match will he…
Israel's Security Agency Warns of Sinai, Baku as High-Risk Destinations
Israel's National Security Council has updated its travel warnings, designating Sinai and Baku as high-risk areas. The agency cited Iran and its proxies as the main drivers of ter…
Syria Strikes Risk Escalating Israel-Turkey Tensions
Informal security understandings between Israel and Turkey in Syria have collapsed after an Israeli strike on Abu al-Duhur airbase, leading to heightened tensions and a war of wor…
Vietnams Popularity Soars Among Israelis as Travel Trends Shift
Israeli travel searches have increased by 30% in 2026, with Vietnam seeing a 160% surge in popularity. Searches related to antisemitism and travel warnings have decreased, while A…
Hapoel Be'er Sheva to Sign Ghanaian Midfielder Amankwah Forson
Israeli football club Hapoel Be'er Sheva is finalizing the signing of 23-year-old Ghanaian midfielder Amankwah Forson from Norwich City. Forson's arrival will bring the club's for…
Yuli Mishiner Wins Bronze at Lausanne Grand Slam Judo Event
Israeli judoka Yuli Mishiner won a bronze medal at the Grand Slam in Lausanne, Switzerland. Other Israeli athletes also competed, with Gefen Primo having previously won gold.
Raz Hershko Defeats Olympic Rival Souza for First Time
Israeli judoka Raz Hershko defeated her rival Beatriz Souza for the first time in her career in a rematch of the Paris Olympics final. The victory came at the Spaten Fight Night e…
Hapoel Be'er Sheva Rallies for Dramatic Opening Win After European Disappointment
Hapoel Be'er Sheva achieved a dramatic 2-1 victory in their first league match of the season against Hapoel Ramat Gan, bouncing back from European disappointment with a depleted s…
Be'er Sheva Clinches Dramatic 2-1 Win Over Hapoel Ramat Gan After Champions League Disappointment
Hapoel Be'er Sheva overcame a Champions League playoff disappointment to win 2-1 against Hapoel Ramat Gan in their Israeli Premier League opener on August 29, 2026. Amit Ohana sco…
Hapoel Be’er Sheva Commemorates 19 Years Since Cheswa Anzofuah’s Tragic Death
Hapoel Be’er Sheva marks 19 years since striker Cheswa Anzofuah’s sudden death during a 2007 match, honoring his legacy while preparing for a key league game. Anzofuah collapsed f…
Hapoel Be'er Sheva Draws Eight Opponents for 2026-27 UEFA Europa League Group Stage
After being eliminated from the Champions League qualifiers, Hapoel Be'er Sheva has been drawn into a tough 2026-27 UEFA Europa League group with eight opponents including Juventu…
Hapoel Be'er Sheva's Dan Biton Begins Controlled Training to Return After Heart Inflammation
Dan Biton of Hapoel Be'er Sheva has started controlled gym training after six months off due to viral heart inflammation, aiming to return to football under medical supervision.
Real Madrid, PSG, and Sabah Among Teams Qualified for 2026/27 Champions League Group Stage
The 36 teams for the 2026/27 UEFA Champions League group stage are finalized, including historic first-time qualifier Sabah FC from Azerbaijan. Seven teams advanced through playof…
Hapoel Be'er Sheva Fan Reflects on Deepest Heartbreak Amid Club's Rollercoaster History
A devoted Hapoel Be'er Sheva fan in Tel Aviv shares his deepest heartbreak over the club's recent struggles, reflecting on decades of highs and lows. Despite the pain, he remains…
Hapoel Be'er Sheva Plans Two Foreign Signings After Champions League Playoff Loss
After a last-minute loss to Sabah in the Champions League playoff, Hapoel Be'er Sheva will compete in the Europa League and plans to sign two foreign players soon. The club seeks…
Hapoel Be'er Sheva Faces Harsh Reality After Early Champions League Hopes Shattered
Hapoel Be'er Sheva's early Champions League celebrations ended in a heavy 5-0 defeat to Sabah in Baku, leading to their elimination. The team now faces a challenging domestic matc…
Hapoel Be'er Sheva Coach Kozuch Rejects Excuses After European Exit
Hapoel Be'er Sheva coach Ran Kozuch rejects blaming luck after their European exit in Baku, defending his tactical choices and criticizing harsh fan reactions to player Jibril Dio…
Be'er Sheva's Diouf Defends Himself After Controversial Red Card in Baku
Hapoel Be'er Sheva defender Jibril Diouf defended himself against criticism after receiving two yellow cards and a red card in a match against Sabah in Baku. He disputed both caut…
Hapoel Be'er Sheva Suffers Injuries to Zlatanovic and Vitor in Champions League Playoff in Baku
Hapoel Be'er Sheva took an early lead against Sabah in Baku but faced injuries to Igor Zlatanovic and Miguel Vitor, who were substituted before halftime. The match ended 1-1, with…
Hapoel Be'er Sheva Takes Early Lead Against Sabah in Crucial Baku Match
Hapoel Be'er Sheva took a 1-0 lead against Sabah in Baku after a goalkeeper error led to a goal by Igor Zlatanovic. The win advances Be'er Sheva toward the cup semifinals and keep…
Azerbaijan Sues CNN Over Reports of Israeli Military Activity on Its Soil
Azerbaijan has sued CNN over reports alleging Israeli military use of its territory against Iran, hiring a prominent US lawyer to challenge the network. CNN stands by its reportin…
Brother Honors Fallen Soldier by Pursuing Champions League Dream with Hapoel Be'er Sheva
Dor Dayag honors his late brother Niv, who died in a military accident, by pursuing Hapoel Be'er Sheva's Champions League qualification. Before flying to Baku for a decisive match…
Dan Biton Encourages Hapoel Be'er Sheva Ahead of Champions League Playoff Return
Dan Biton, Hapoel Be'er Sheva's top scorer last season, remains out due to heart inflammation but supports his team ahead of a crucial Champions League playoff match. He hopes to…
Miguel Vitor Seeks Redemption in Champions League Return with Hapoel Be'er Sheva
Miguel Vitor, captain of Hapoel Be'er Sheva, aims to return to the Champions League nearly 20 years after his debut with Benfica against AC Milan. Now 37 and a local legend in Isr…
Hapoel Be'er Sheva Finalizes Lineup for Crucial Champions League Qualifier in Baku
Hapoel Be'er Sheva prepares to face Sabah FC in Baku for a historic Champions League qualification match after winning the first leg 2-1. The Israeli team will field the same line…
Mossad Chief Meets Syrian Foreign Minister to Ease Tensions After Israeli Airstrike
Following an Israeli airstrike on a Syrian airbase, Mossad Chief Ronen Gofman met with Syrian Foreign Minister Assad al-Sheibani to de-escalate tensions amid ongoing regional inst…
Azerbaijan Mediates to Ease Tensions Between Israel and Turkey
Azerbaijan is mediating between Israel and Turkey to reduce military tensions and restore a coordination mechanism in Syria, building on past diplomatic efforts led by President I…
Maccabi Haifa Makes Offer for Brazilian Midfielder Diego Rosa Amid Competition
Maccabi Haifa has offered a contract to Brazilian midfielder Diego Rosa, who is also sought by Azerbaijani clubs Neftchi Baku and Qarabag. The 23-year-old, currently with Apoel Ni…
Hapoel Be'er Sheva Nears Historic Champions League Qualification Ahead of Baku Clash
Hapoel Be'er Sheva holds a 2-1 aggregate lead over Sabah FK ahead of their Champions League playoff second leg in Baku, with nearly half the stadium tickets sold. Sabah aims for a…
Abner Biton Travels Europe for a Decade as Devoted Hapoel Be'er Sheva Fan
Abner Biton, a 67-year-old Israeli fan, has traveled across Europe for a decade to attend every Hapoel Be'er Sheva match, enduring challenges and adventures. His passion for the t…
Israeli Football Clubs Face Challenging European Playoff Matches with Varied Advancement Odds
Three Israeli football clubs, Hapoel Be'er Sheva, Hapoel Tel Aviv, and Maccabi Tel Aviv, are in European playoff rounds with varying chances to advance, according to Football Meet…
Ran Kozuch's Hapoel Be'er Sheva Machine Dominates Despite Key Player Departures
Hapoel Be'er Sheva, led by coach Ran Kozuch, secured a 2-0 win over Sabah, showcasing a strong, adaptable squad despite losing star player Kings Kangwa. The team is poised for a h…
Hapoel Be'er Sheva Flight Delayed in Romania Due to Ben Gurion Airport Disruptions
Hapoel Be'er Sheva's flight from Bucharest to Israel was delayed due to disruptions at Ben Gurion Airport, affecting the team's schedule ahead of their next match in Azerbaijan.
Hapoel Be'er Sheva Secures Crucial 2-1 Win Over Sabah in Champions League Playoff First Leg
Hapoel Be'er Sheva won 2-1 against Sabah in the first leg of the Champions League playoff in Bucharest, gaining an important advantage before the second leg in Baku. Aliel Peretz…
Hapoel Be'er Sheva Fans Receive 1,900 Tickets for Champions League Return Match in Baku
Hapoel Be'er Sheva won 2-1 against Sabah in the Champions League playoff first leg and will play the return match in Baku with 1,900 tickets allocated for their fans. The match wi…
Sabah Coach Praises Hapoel Be'er Sheva After Crucial Champions League Win
Hapoel Be'er Sheva defeated Sabah 2-1 in a Champions League qualifier, impressing Sabah's coach and moving closer to the group stage for the first time. Sabah's coach and players…
Hapoel Be'er Sheva Nears Historic Champions League Qualification With Veteran Miguel Vitor Leading
Hapoel Be'er Sheva is two matches away from qualifying for the UEFA Champions League group stage for the first time, facing Azerbaijani champions Sabah FK in a playoff starting Au…