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Slovenian Foreign Minister Moved by West Bank Wine at Embassy Opening
At the reopening of Israel's embassy in Slovenia, the head of the Samaria Regional Council presented the Slovenian Foreign Minister with wine from the region, framing it as a fulf…
Slovenian Officials Express Support for Israeli Sovereignty in West Bank
Slovenian officials, including the Prime Minister, Defense Minister, and Agriculture Minister, have expressed support for Israeli sovereignty in Judea and Samaria during meetings…
Israel Denies Plans for Palestinian Deportation from Gaza
Israeli Foreign Minister Gabi Ashkenazi has denied any plans for the deportation of Palestinians from Gaza, stating that while voluntary emigration would not be hindered, no one w…
Jerusalem Man Killed in Vietnam; French Consulate Opens for Case
David Ben Lulu, a 23-year-old Israeli-French citizen from Jerusalem, died in a motorcycle accident in Vietnam. ZAKA and the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs are working with Fr…
Israel Slams UK Foreign Minister Over Gaza Aid Claims, Accuses Government of Antisemitism
Israel's Foreign Ministry and U.S. Ambassador Mike Huckabee have strongly criticized British Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband over his statements on Gaza's humanitarian crisis, denyi…
Elderly Israeli Tourist Brutally Attacked in Paris Hotel Room
An 82-year-old Israeli tourist was severely beaten in her Paris hotel room by a drunken man who entered her room by mistake. Her relatives subdued the attacker, and Israeli offici…
Israel Faces Diplomatic Crisis, Lacks Ambassador to UK Amid Sanctions Threat
Israel is currently without an ambassador to the UK due to criminal suspicions against the nominee, Tzachi Braverman. This comes as the UK considers imposing sanctions on Israel…
Israel Seeks Missing Citizen in Nepal Flood Disaster
An Israeli woman, Katerina Sakovitz, is missing in Nepal following a flash flood disaster on August 26. Israel's Foreign Ministry is coordinating search efforts with local authori…
Israeli Man Missing After Nepal Floods, Rescue Team Deployed
An Israeli tourist in his 60s went missing in Nepal's Rasawa area after severe floods and mudslides. A specialized Israeli rescue team is en route to assist in the search amid blo…
Israeli Foreign Ministry Issues Travel Advisories for Nepal and China Amid Floods
The Israeli Foreign Ministry has advised travelers in Nepal and China to follow local flood warnings, avoid risky areas, and stay in contact with Israeli authorities for safety.
Massive Ice Collapse Triggers Deadly Floods in Nepal and Tibet, Israeli Tourist Missing
A massive ice collapse from a Himalayan glacier triggered deadly floods in Nepal and Tibet on August 26, killing at least 157 people and leaving hundreds missing, including an Isr…
Israeli Police Deploy Dozens to Secure Breslov Pilgrimage to Uman Amid Ukraine Conflict
Israeli police are deploying over 40 officers to secure and assist tens of thousands of Breslov Hasidim traveling to Uman, Ukraine, for Rosh Hashanah amid ongoing conflict. Due to…
Israeli Man Detained in Cyprus Airport Over Two Bullets Found in Backpack
An Israeli man was detained and fined in Cyprus after two bullets were found in his backpack at Paphos Airport. He was released after paying a 600-euro fine. The case underscores…
Israeli Woman Becomes Single Mother After Breast Cancer Recovery, Prepares Legal Guardianship for Daughter
Niva Yahyav Alon from Kfar Saba became a single mother after surviving breast cancer and freezing embryos with donor sperm. After years of treatment and personal loss, she gave bi…
Aymara Tribe Leader Prays for Israel’s Prosperity at Bolivia Support Rally
In La Paz, Bolivia, an Aymara tribe leader prayed in the indigenous language for Israel’s well-being during a pro-Israel event attended by local pastors and community leaders, hig…
Israel Sends Additional 5 Tons of Medical Aid to Colombia After Earthquake
Israel is sending an additional five tons of medical aid to Colombia to support emergency response efforts after a devastating earthquake, with ongoing Israeli rescue teams alread…
Israel Funds Security for Hasidic Pilgrims Traveling to Uman for Rosh Hashanah
Israel will fund 750,000 shekels for security to assist tens of thousands of Hasidic pilgrims traveling through Romania to Uman, Ukraine, for Rosh Hashanah amid the Russia-Ukraine…
Israeli Man Dies Under Mysterious Circumstances in Peruvian Prison After Three Years
Daniel Amona, a 62-year-old Israeli detained in Peru since January 2023 for drug smuggling, died in prison under unclear circumstances. Israeli authorities and ZAKA are working to…
Israeli Cyclist Found Dead in Finland After Week-Long Search
A 66-year-old Israeli cyclist from Tel Aviv was found dead in Finland a week after going missing during a solo ride, likely due to a vehicle accident. Israeli authorities and ZAKA…
Israeli Man Found Dead in Bangkok Hotel Room During Vacation
A 35-year-old Israeli man was found dead in his Bangkok hotel room during a vacation, with Israeli authorities coordinating his repatriation for burial.
IDF Home Front Command Assists Colombia After Devastating Earthquake
The IDF Home Front Command deployed a delegation to Colombia to assist earthquake rescue and recovery efforts, working closely with local authorities and Israeli diplomatic staff…
Israeli Man Dies in Motorcycle Accident in Western Thailand
A 26-year-old Israeli man died in a motorcycle collision with a pickup truck in Kanchanaburi, Thailand. The Israeli Foreign Ministry is supporting the family, and local police are…
Chabad House in Southern Sri Lanka Faces Protests and Threats from Local Residents
The Chabad House in southern Sri Lanka, serving Israeli tourists, faces protests and threats from local villagers and Buddhist monks over alleged unauthorized operations. Incident…
Israeli Military Plane Reroutes Over Morocco After Spain Denies Airspace Access
An Israeli military plane en route to Colombia was rerouted over Morocco after Spain denied it airspace access, involving the Home Front Command and Israeli defense and foreign mi…
Israel Seizes Diplomatic Opening in Latin America Amid Regional Political Shifts
Following devastating earthquakes, Israel sent aid to Venezuela, initiating limited diplomatic ties after 17 years. This reflects a broader regional shift as several Latin America…
Israel Sends Humanitarian and Rescue Mission to Colombia After Devastating Earthquake
Israel is sending an 80-member rescue and humanitarian team to Colombia after a 7.4 magnitude earthquake killed at least 254 people and injured thousands. The mission will conduct…
Israeli Mother and Daughter Disappear in Vienna Amid Ongoing Search and Investigation
Israeli mother Mali Yahalomi and her daughter Liel have been missing in Vienna since last Friday. The family and authorities are actively searching, with no evidence of foul play…
Israeli Authorities Investigate Disappearance of Israeli Women in Vienna with Local Police Support
Israeli officials are investigating the disappearance of Israeli women in Vienna, working closely with local police and security agencies while keeping all options open.
Israel and Venezuela Restore Consular Relations for First Time Since 2009
Israel and Venezuela have resumed consular relations for the first time since 2009, agreeing to coordinate consular services and continue cooperation on earthquake emergency and r…
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…
Grandson of Rabbi Arush Dies in Mexico, Body Returned to Israel for Burial
Four-year-old Shalom Seginer, grandson of Rabbi Shalom Arush, drowned in Mexico during a family vacation. Israeli authorities and ZAKA coordinated his body's return to Israel, whe…
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…
Israeli Man Drowns During Family Vacation in Limassol, Cyprus
Yaakov Israel Yedid Halevi, a 35-year-old Israeli man, drowned while swimming with his family in Limassol, Cyprus. His body was recovered after several hours, and Israeli authorit…
Israeli UN Ambassador Sparks Diplomatic Row Over Spain's African Enclaves Amid Migrant Crisis
Israeli UN Ambassador Danny Danon criticized Spain for holding African enclaves amid a migrant crisis in Ceuta, sparking diplomatic backlash. Spain and Israeli officials distanced…
Israel Repatriates Herzl's Grandparents' Remains for State Burial After 77 Years
Israel has repatriated the remains of Theodor Herzl's grandparents from Serbia for burial on Mount Herzl, fulfilling Herzl's will 77 years after his own burial there. The operatio…
Israeli Teens Trapped in Bulgarian Hotel After Violent Attack by British Group
A group of Israeli teenagers on a pre-army trip in Sunny Beach, Bulgaria, were violently attacked by British assailants and have since been trapped in their hotel rooms, fearing f…
Israeli Foreign Ministry Launches Paid Global Social Media Campaign to Boost Israel's Image
Israel’s Foreign Ministry has launched a paid social media campaign to recruit over 300,000 global activists, mainly from Jewish communities, to promote Israel’s image online. The…
Armed Men Search for Israelis at Popular Crete Resort Hotel, Prompting Police Intervention
Israeli youths at a hotel in Malia, Crete, were threatened by armed men searching for Jews, leading to police intervention and Israeli families seeking early flights home.
Israeli Foreign Ministry Reports Sharp Rise in Anti-Semitic Incidents Against Israelis Abroad
The Israeli Foreign Ministry reports a significant rise in anti-Semitic incidents against Israelis abroad from July 2025 to July 2026, with 45 cases requiring consular aid. The mi…
Israel Runs Influence Campaign Targeting Trump Supporters to Counter Iran Deal
Israel ran a digital influence campaign targeting young conservative Americans in Trump's base to oppose his Iran deal, led by Brad Parscale. The campaign aimed to maintain suppor…
Israeli Man Found Dead in Batumi Hotel Lobby During Vacation
A 66-year-old Israeli man was found dead in a Batumi hotel lobby while on vacation. ZAKA and Israeli officials are working to repatriate his body to Israel for burial.
Israeli Foreign Ministry Launches TravIL App Amid Surge in Emergency Calls from Abroad
The Israeli Foreign Ministry launched the TravIL app to support Israelis abroad amid rising emergency calls and consular incidents. The app offers direct contact with Israeli auth…
Jewish Antisemitism Fuels Deepening Divide Against Ultra-Orthodox in Israel
The article exposes a troubling rise of antisemitism within Israel targeting the ultra-Orthodox community, driven by political figures spreading hateful rhetoric. It warns this in…
Israeli Teen Critically Injured in Bulgarian Water Accident Involving Inflatable Banana Boat
A 17-year-old Israeli boy is critically injured after a banana boat capsized near Aheloy, Bulgaria, with local authorities investigating unlicensed operation of the water sports c…
Israel Prepares to Appoint Ambassador to Colombia After Diplomatic Break
After Colombia cut diplomatic ties with Israel in May 2024 over Gaza conflicts, Israel is preparing to appoint a new ambassador as Colombia's president changes. The incoming presi…
Funeral Held in Jerusalem for Rabbi Akiva Rand Killed in Moldova Car Accident
Rabbi Akiva Rand died in a car accident near Chisinau, Moldova, while visiting a holy site. After diplomatic efforts, his body was returned to Israel without autopsy. Hundreds att…
Israel Appoints First Resident Ambassador to Slovenia, Opening Embassy in Ljubljana
Israel has appointed Ruth Cohen-Dar as its first resident ambassador to Slovenia, establishing its first embassy in Ljubljana. This move aims to strengthen diplomatic ties followi…
