Dubai
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Dubai, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Dubai Launches Interest-Free Rent Payment Plan to Address Housing Crisis
Dubai will launch a "Rent Now, Pay Later" program allowing tenants to pay annual rent in 12 interest-free monthly installments, aiming to ease the city's housing crisis. The plan…
Hapoel Tel Aviv Blocks Vasilije Micić From Joining Serbian National Team Without Explanation
Hapoel Tel Aviv has refused to release star player Vasilije Micić for Serbia's upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Iceland and Italy, with no explanation given. Coach Dušan Alim…
Flight Delays Nearly Double at Tel Aviv Airport Amid Peak August Travel Surge
Ben Gurion Airport faces severe flight delays and cancellations amid August travel peak, with average delays nearly doubling to 74 minutes. Congestion over Greek airspace and incr…
Greek Blue Bird Airways Rises to Fourth Largest Carrier at Tel Aviv Airport in July
Greek-owned Blue Bird Airways, with strong Israeli ties, became the fourth largest airline at Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion Airport in July 2026, flying 7.5% of passengers amid Israeli ca…
Israeli Real Estate Couple Faces Armed Robbery in Bali Villa
Israeli real estate couple Mira and Jamie Dorenbosh were robbed at gunpoint in their Bali villa, with the intruder demanding a Rolex watch before fleeing with a Hermes bag. The co…
Hapoel Tel Aviv Advances Talks to Sign NBA Star Russell Westbrook
Hapoel Tel Aviv is in advanced talks to sign NBA star Russell Westbrook, who is considering his first move outside the NBA. If completed, this would be a landmark signing for Euro…
Jetex Opens New Premium Lounge at Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion Airport Amid Summer Rush
Jetex and LAYAM have opened a new premium lounge at Ben Gurion Airport’s Terminal 3, offering paid and complimentary access to travelers during the busy summer and holiday season…
Hapoel and Maccabi Tel Aviv Join Forces to Bring EuroLeague Games Back to Israel
Hapoel Tel Aviv and Maccabi Tel Aviv have jointly approached EuroLeague CEO Jordi Bertomeu to request the return of EuroLeague home games to Israel. They provided security guarant…
Maccabi Tel Aviv Ownership Dispute Hinges on Shimon Mizrahi's Decisive Role
Shimon Mizrahi holds a pivotal role in deciding Maccabi Tel Aviv's ownership after the Recanati family sold 29% to an American firm. Mizrahi can block or enable new owners by exer…
Centro Launches First Kosher Branch Offering Indulgent Cheeseburgers in Hadera
Centro has opened its first kosher branch in Hadera, offering its signature indulgent cheeseburgers with kosher adaptations including vegan cheeses and sauces. The menu features A…
Dubai Plans To Host EuroLeague Home Games Locally Despite Regional Conflicts
Dubai's basketball club will host its 2026/27 EuroLeague home games at the Coca-Cola Arena, returning after last season's relocation due to Middle East conflict. Meanwhile, Israel…
Air Canada Delays Return to Israel Until January 2027, Cancels Direct Flights
Air Canada delays resumption of flights to Israel until January 2027, extending cancellations amid ongoing airline suspensions despite improved security. Meanwhile, United and Del…
Dimitris Itoudis and Oded Katash Ranked Among Top EuroLeague Coaches Ahead of New Season
Ahead of the 2026 EuroLeague season, Dimitris Itoudis of Hapoel Tel Aviv ranks fourth and Oded Katash of Maccabi Tel Aviv eighth among Europe's top 20 coaches, reflecting their re…
EuroLeague Power Rankings Place Hapoel Tel Aviv Fifth, Maccabi Tel Aviv Fourteenth for 2026/27 Season
The EuroLeague's initial 2026/27 power rankings place Hapoel Tel Aviv fifth and Maccabi Tel Aviv 14th, reflecting their current roster strengths and offseason progress. Panathinai…
Global Media Highlights Iran’s Strategic Moves and Regional Tensions Amid Middle East Conflict
International media reveal Iran’s controlled escalation strategy in the Middle East, Dubai’s financial sector coping with missile threats, and the profile of Iran’s Chief Rabbi ma…
Tamir Blatt Joins Hapoel Tel Aviv Amid Rival Basketball Projects in Rome
Israeli player Tamir Blatt signed with Hapoel Tel Aviv but is also sought by two new ambitious basketball clubs in Rome, SPQR Roma and Massima Roma. Both teams aim to elevate Rome…
UAE Balances Renewed Iran Ties with Deepening Security Alliance with Israel
The UAE is cautiously restoring ties with Iran while deepening security cooperation with Israel and the US following recent regional conflicts. Despite resumed economic exchanges…
Maccabi Tel Aviv Nears Roster Finalization Amid Key Scorer Uncertainty
Maccabi Tel Aviv is close to completing its roster ahead of training camp but faces uncertainty over scorer Loni Walker's future, who may leave for another EuroLeague team. The cl…
Israeli Billionaire Teddy Sagi and Ex-Yael Nazari Celebrate Daughter's Bat Mitzvah in Mykonos
Israeli billionaire Teddy Sagi and ex-wife Yael Nazari jointly celebrated their daughter Leah's bat mitzvah in Mykonos, showcasing amicable relations despite their recent divorce…
Transport Minister Miri Regev Faces Setbacks as Key Promises Stall Amid Political Challenges
During Miri Regev's term as Israel's Transport Minister, several major initiatives including Uber legalization, a foreign airline hub, and stricter driving fines stalled due to po…
Erdogan Seeks to Deploy Turkish Troops in South Lebanon to Replace UNIFIL Peacekeepers
Turkish President Erdogan plans to send troops to southern Lebanon to replace the UNIFIL peacekeeping force after its mandate ends this year. This follows Lebanese President Aoun'…
Iran's Revolutionary Guards Use Illegal Gambling Network to Launder Billions via Dubai Crypto Exchange
Reuters exposes Iran's Revolutionary Guards using a Dubai-based illegal crypto gambling network to launder $4 billion and bypass sanctions.
Tiv Taam Eliminates All Checkout Counters Amid Labor Shortage; Israel's Diamond Industry Hits Historic Low
Tiv Taam is removing all checkout counters due to a cashier shortage, shifting to self-scanning payment. Israel's diamond exports hit historic lows amid global competition and tar…
Avivit Bar-Zohar Opens Up About Love, Career, and Personal Struggles in Candid Interview
Avivit Bar-Zohar, Israeli entrepreneur and reality star, candidly discusses her recent breakup, career, motherhood struggles, and public criticism. She affirms her financial indep…
Israeli Celebrities Reflect on Famous Friendships That Have Faded Over Time
Several prominent Israeli celebrity friendships have faded or ended due to personal conflicts, professional tensions, and changing life circumstances, as revealed on International…
Bruno Caboclo Considers Leaving Europe to Return to Brazil Basketball
Bruno Caboclo, former Hapoel Tel Aviv player, is considering leaving Europe to join Flamengo in Brazil, aiming to reunite with teammate Yago dos Santos. Despite his agent's prefer…
Real Madrid Blocks Mario Hezonja From Joining Another EuroLeague Team Without Consent
Mario Hezonja's move from Real Madrid to the NBA's Cleveland Cavaliers is stalled over a disputed buyout payment. Real Madrid seeks to retain first rights to Hezonja's return to E…
Barcelona Prioritizes Hapoel Over Maccabi in Season Ticket Sales for EuroLeague
Barcelona has structured its EuroLeague season tickets into three tiers, ranking Hapoel Tel Aviv above Maccabi Tel Aviv among rivals for the second year. The 'Top 9' ticket, inclu…
Israel's Diamond Industry Faces Historic Collapse Amid US Tariffs and Government Inaction
Israel's diamond industry is in historic decline due to a 12.5% US tariff and government inaction, with exports dropping to $2.4 billion in 2026. The outgoing diamond exchange pre…
Russell Westbrook Considers EuroLeague as Realistic Option Amid NBA Free Agency Uncertainty
Russell Westbrook, now a free agent after leaving the Sacramento Kings, is reportedly considering a move to the EuroLeague, with teams like Hapoel Tel Aviv expressing interest. De…
Jerusalem District Court Allows Advancement of 'Jerusalem Burj Khalifa' Tower Project
The Jerusalem District Court rejected a petition against the "Jerusalem Burj Khalifa" tower project, allowing its advancement after confirming the planning process was thorough an…
UAE Balances Iran Rapprochement with Security Ties to Israel Amid Gulf Tensions
The UAE is easing tensions with Iran and restoring ties while simultaneously strengthening security cooperation with Israel and the US amid ongoing regional instability. It is pre…
Israel and UAE Forge Unprecedented Strategic Alliance Amid Iran Conflict
Amid ongoing conflict with Iran, Israel and the UAE have forged an unprecedented strategic alliance, with Israel providing advanced defense systems to the UAE. While political ten…
Record Flight Delays Hit Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion Airport Amid Multiple Operational Challenges
Ben Gurion Airport faced record flight delays last week due to US military aircraft presence, European air traffic control failures, and peak summer passenger volumes. Average dep…
Panathinaikos Leads EuroLeague Title Odds as Maccabi Tel Aviv Trails Hapoel Tel Aviv
For the 2026/27 EuroLeague season, Panathinaikos leads title odds, with Hapoel Tel Aviv favored over Maccabi Tel Aviv, which ranks much lower.
Israeli Families Can Now Invest in Dubai Property Without New Cash for Children’s Weddings
Clarity CEO Yehoshua Rubinstein presents a new investment model enabling Israeli homeowners with partial mortgages to buy Dubai apartments without new cash, using rental income to…
Avivit Bar Zohar Declares Independence and Reveals Luxurious Tel Aviv Home
Avivit Bar Zohar, Israeli reality star and entrepreneur, declared she will no longer perform traditional domestic roles for a partner, calling herself a "queen." She showcased her…
Israeli Diamond Industry Hits Historic Low as Export President Resigns
Israel's diamond industry faces a historic low in exports and trade volume, driven by global market shifts, U.S. tariffs, and competition from Dubai and lab-grown diamonds. The pr…
Panathinaikos Likely to Release Guard Jerian Grant Amid Backcourt Reinforcements
Jerian Grant is expected to leave Panathinaikos as the club plans to add new guards, reducing his playing time. Hapoel Tel Aviv and a Dubai team have shown interest, though no off…
Three Airlines Expand Flight Services to Israel Amid Limited Foreign Carrier Returns
Three international airlines, Flydubai, Etihad Airways, and Ethiopian Airlines, are expanding flights to Israel's Ben Gurion Airport, adding dozens of weekly flights and increasin…
Mario Hezonja's Complex Exit from Real Madrid Sparks Summer Drama
Mario Hezonja's exit from Real Madrid is complicated by unpaid release fees and uncertain NBA offers, leaving his future in limbo between the NBA and EuroLeague teams.
Zurich Tops Global Cost Charts, Surpassing Tel Aviv on Everyday Expenses
A Deutsche Bank study finds Zurich and Geneva as the most expensive cities globally, surpassing Tel Aviv in daily costs, while Tokyo remains notably affordable. The report highlig…
Hapoel Tel Aviv Remains Hopeful to Sign Mario Hezonja Despite NBA Uncertainty
Mario Hezonja activated his NBA exit clause from Real Madrid but has no guaranteed NBA contract yet. Hapoel Tel Aviv remains optimistic he will join them during the season after a…
Israeli Footballers Turn Restaurateurs as Dining Evolves Into Nightlife Experience
Israeli footballers Maor Buzaglo and Manor Solomon are entering the restaurant business as local dining evolves into a combined food and nightlife experience. This trend, populari…
Israelis Continue Flying to Dubai Despite Iranian Threats Against Gulf Airports
Despite Iranian threats to Gulf airports, Israelis continue traveling to Dubai, maintaining flights amid regional tensions and security concerns.
Mario Hezonja's NBA Release Clause Expires Without Concrete Offers, Future Uncertain
Mario Hezonja's NBA release clause expires Monday without any confirmed offers, leaving his future uncertain between staying at Real Madrid or moving to the NBA.
Iran Fires Missiles at Jordan; Interceptions Cause Debris North of Eilat
Iran fired four missiles at Jordan's Aqaba on Sunday, intercepted by the U.S., with debris falling near Eilat, Israel. Jordan's air defenses shot down most missiles, and no casual…
El Al and Arkia Lead Israeli Airlines in Consumer Trust Amid Conflict
Israeli consumers favor airlines like El Al and Arkia that maintained operations and quickly resumed flights during recent conflicts, rewarding commitment over price. Despite fine…
