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Luxembourg Ends Support for Israeli Government Bond Issuance After One Year

Luxembourg will stop approving Israeli government bond prospectuses after August 31, 2026, creating uncertainty for Israel's bond issuance in Europe. The bonds, mainly sold to Jew…

European Countries Escalate Sanctions Over Israeli Settlements Amid E1 Construction Plans

European countries have intensified sanctions against Israeli settlements following Israel's plan to build 1,200 housing units in the sensitive E1 area of the West Bank. While the…

Netherlands Withdraws From Eurovision 2027 Over Israel's Participation Amid Gaza Conflict

The Dutch broadcaster AvroTros will boycott Eurovision 2027 due to Israel's participation amid the Gaza war, continuing its 2026 protest. Other countries have also withdrawn, and…

Israeli Football Referee Sapir Berman Fails Fitness Test, Misses Season Start

Israeli football referee Sapir Berman failed a fitness test and will miss the start of the Premier League season, pending further tests. She is a leading referee and the first tra…

Gett Relaunches International Ride-Booking Service Covering Over 70 Countries

Gett has relaunched its international ride-booking service through a partnership with HQ, enabling Israeli users to book rides in over 70 countries via the Gett app with prices in…

Northern Ireland Police Arrest Man for Assaulting Israeli TV Crew in Belfast

Northern Ireland police arrested a man for assaulting an Israeli TV crew in Belfast last week during filming on antisemitism. The attacker threw a glass at the cameraman, causing…

Israeli Forward Taayi Brivo Faces Club Resistance Ahead of Nations League Campaign

Israeli striker Taayi Brivo faces club refusal from D.C. United to join the national team early for the 2026/27 Nations League. Coaches seek early release for acclimation, while f…

Hungarian Runner-Up Ferencváros Draws 0-0 as Israeli Players Continue European Preseason

Ferencváros drew 0-0 in their second straight Hungarian league match without a win, while Israeli players featured in European preseason games. Stav Lemkin helped Twente beat Genk…

Man Arrested in Belfast for Assaulting Israeli TV Crew Filming Report on Antisemitism

A 30-year-old man was arrested in Belfast for assaulting an Israeli i24NEWS crew filming a report on antisemitism, injuring the cameraman. The suspect faces multiple charges, and…

Jewish Australian Tourists Face Antisemitic Attack in France During Vacation

A Jewish Australian couple was subjected to antisemitic threats by an Irish tourist in a French supermarket, including a reference to Hitler. The incident was recorded and widely…

Israeli Startup Decart AI Nears Billion-Dollar Exit with Anthropic Deal

Israeli AI startup Decart AI is nearing a $6 billion acquisition by US firm Anthropic, creating billionaire founders and bringing major AI R&D to Israel. The deal involves mostly…

Israeli Actress Shelly Ben Yosef Showcases Vintage Fashion Legacy of Her Grandmother

Israeli actress Shelly Ben Yosef, granddaughter of fashion pioneer Rozi Ben Yosef, shares her vintage wardrobe and the sentimental value of her grandmother's iconic designs, worn…

Islam Makhachev Defends UFC Lightweight Title Against Ian Machado Garry at UFC 330

Islam Makhachev will defend his UFC lightweight title against Ian Machado Garry in the main event of UFC 330 on August 18, 2026. Makhachev seeks a record 17th consecutive win, whi…

Lebanon Becomes First Arab Country to Abolish Death Penalty Amid Political Tensions

Lebanon's parliament formally abolished the death penalty, becoming the first Arab country to do so, amid political tensions with Hezbollah. The move replaces capital punishment w…

CSKA Sofia Ultras Punished for Nazi Salutes Ahead of Maccabi Tel Aviv Clash

Anthropic Moves to Acquire Israeli AI Startup Decart in Multi-Billion Dollar Deal

Israeli AI startup Decart is set to be acquired by Anthropic for $5-6 billion, marking Anthropic's first direct Israeli market entry. Decart’s graphical language models and optimi…

Jewish Australian Couple Faces Death Threats in Antisemitic Attack in French Supermarket

A Jewish Australian couple was verbally assaulted with antisemitic threats by an Irish man in a French supermarket, an incident recorded and widely shared online, prompting calls…

European Broadcasting Union Sets New Eurovision Rules Targeting Israel Amid Security Concerns

The European Broadcasting Union introduced new Eurovision rules barring countries in conflict, like Israel, from automatically hosting if they win. Security assessments will deter…

British Opposition to Immigration from Israel Rises Sharply, Matching Views on Pakistan and Russia

A YouGov survey shows 47% of Britons oppose immigration from Israel, a rise linked to the Gaza conflict and worsening global views of Israel. Israel ranks among the least favored…

Jewish Tourists Face Severe Antisemitic Attack in France by Irish Man

Two Australian Jewish tourists were verbally attacked with antisemitic threats by an Irish man in a French supermarket, with the incident captured on video and widely shared onlin…

LinkedIn Cuts Dozens of Jobs in Tel Aviv Office Amid Global Restructuring

LinkedIn is downsizing its Tel Aviv office, laying off dozens of employees mainly from its development center, but will maintain a local presence. This follows a global 5% workfor…

Senior Israeli Doctor Sues Dropbox After Account Blocked Over False Child Abuse Allegation

An Israeli senior doctor sued Dropbox after the company blocked his account in August 2025, falsely accusing him of child sexual exploitation content. The doctor was denied prior…

Sister Honors Kim Damati’s Life Through Glass Art After Her Tragic Death in Nova Festival Attack

Laura Damati honors her sister Kim, killed in the October 7 Nova Festival Hamas attack, through a glass art project at Bezalel Academy. The work reflects Kim’s life, passions, and…

Former Meta Executive Returns to Galilee, Leads International Investment Firm Amid Rising Regional Tensions

Bar Clara Mendes McConnon left a senior Meta role in Ireland after October 7, 2023, to return to Israel’s Galilee. She now leads Value Gateway, connecting international investors…

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…

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.

Ireland Rejects Israeli Landing System on New Government Aircraft Amid Fog Concerns

Ireland purchased a new Dassault Falcon 6X government aircraft but refused to install the Israeli FalconEye landing system due to political and contractual concerns. The system ai…

Irish Activists, Including President’s Sister, Call to Boycott Israel’s UEFA Nations League Matches

Irish social activist Margaret Connelly, sister of Ireland’s president, calls for boycotting Israel’s upcoming UEFA Nations League matches amid accusations of genocide. Ireland pl…

Israeli Reconciliation Cabinet Proposes National Body to Heal Social Divisions

In response to rising social divisions in Israel, a proposed national reconciliation cabinet would serve as a permanent, authoritative body to bridge societal gaps, promote dialog…

Ajax's Oscar Gloukh Faces Crucial Season Under Coach Michel's Tough Leadership

Israeli midfielder Oscar Gloukh faces a crucial season at Ajax under new coach Michel, who demands higher discipline and leadership. After a tough debut season, Gloukh has started…

Fattal Invests $275 Million to Expand Leasehold Rights and Renovate The Dilly Hotel in London

Fattal Hotels is investing approximately 275 million shekels to acquire primary leasehold rights of The Dilly hotel in London and plans to spend an additional 248 million shekels…

Shimi Lifshitz and Moti Wizel Revive Shlomo Carlebach's Classic 'Chanenu' with Modern Arrangement and AI Video

Shimi Lifshitz and Moti Wizel have released a modern rendition of Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach's classic "Chanenu," inspired by Rosh Hashanah prayers in Uman. The single features a new…

Ireland Calls for Boycott of Israel Football Matches Amid Gaza Conflict

Ireland is urging a boycott of upcoming football matches against Israel due to the Gaza conflict, with strong public and union support pressuring the Irish Football Association to…

Dr. Edi Cohen Warns Hamas Disarmament Deal Is a Trap, Demands Proof

Dr. Edi Cohen criticized former U.S. President Donald Trump's claim of a Hamas disarmament deal, calling it a trap to gain aid for Gaza without actual disarmament. Cohen demanded…

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…

Maccabi Tel Aviv Faces Bulgarian Powerhouse CSKA Sofia in Europa League Qualifiers

Maccabi Tel Aviv will face Bulgarian giants CSKA Sofia in the third qualifying round of the Europa League after defeating Sheriff Tiraspol. CSKA Sofia, with a strong European pedi…

Hapoel Be'er Sheva Secures European Group Stage, Eyes Higher Ambitions

Hapoel Be'er Sheva qualified for the UEFA Champions League third qualifying round by defeating Vikingur, ensuring a European group stage spot. They will face Red Star Belgrade nex…

Hapoel Be'er Sheva Faces Red Star Belgrade in Champions League Third Qualifying Round

Hapoel Be'er Sheva advanced to the third qualifying round of the UEFA Champions League and will face Red Star Belgrade in a two-legged tie next week. The Israeli champions won 2-0…

OpenAI Expands Israeli Market Presence Without Opening Local Office

OpenAI is expanding its presence in the Israeli market through European-based representatives without opening a local office. The company focuses on integrating its AI tools with…

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

The Netherlands has enacted a strict law banning trade with Israeli settlements, including the Golan Heights, effective September 22, with penalties up to six years in prison. The…

J7 Task Force Reports 2025 as Deadliest Year for Diaspora Jews Amid Rising Antisemitic Violence

The J7 Task Force reports 2025 as the deadliest year for Jews in the diaspora in over 30 years, with 20 antisemitic murders and a 136% rise in incidents across seven major countri…

Israeli Treasury Cancels NIS 1.3 Billion Intel Grant Amid Factory Expansion Freeze

Israel's Ministry of Finance cancels a NIS 1.3 billion grant to Intel due to a two-year freeze on expanding its Kiryat Gat chip factory amid company struggles and regional instabi…

Intel’s Strong Chip Sales Highlight Benefits of Trump-Era Investments and AI Demand

Intel’s stock has surged 326% since 2025, driven by strong sales of custom and standard chips amid AI demand. The company’s foundry and manufacturing divisions exceeded expectatio…

Zambian Star Kings Kangwa Set to Miss Red Star Belgrade Clash Amid Transfer to Panathinaikos

Kings Kangwa, a standout player for Hapoel Be'er Sheva, is transferring to Panathinaikos and will likely miss the Champions League qualifier against his former club Red Star Belgr…

Israeli Government Plans Regional Policies to Manage Server Farm Electricity Demand

Israel's government is formulating policies to manage the surge in server farm electricity demand after a temporary halt on new connections. They plan to prioritize farms by econo…

CSKA Sofia Fined for Nazi Salute and Antisemitic Acts Ahead of Potential Maccabi Tel Aviv Clash

CSKA Sofia was fined 50,000 euros and banned from selling tickets for an away European match after fans performed Nazi salutes and engaged in violent clashes during a game against…

Hapoel Be'er Sheva Star's Disallowed Goal Confuses Icelandic Opponent in Champions League Qualifier

Hapoel Be'er Sheva lost 2-1 to Iceland's Vikingur in the first leg of the Champions League second qualifying round, with a disputed disallowed goal by Niv Yehoshua. Vikingur's Gil…

Hapoel Be'er Sheva Star and Opponent Confused by Disallowed Goal in Champions League Qualifier

Hapoel Be'er Sheva lost 2-1 to Vikingur in the first leg of the Champions League qualifiers after a disputed disallowed goal. Vikingur's Gilfi Sigurdsson also expressed confusion…