Moldova

Israel Funds Security for Breslov Pilgrims Traveling to Uman Amid Ukraine Conflict

Israel is funding 750,000 shekels for security as thousands of Breslov Hasidim travel through Romania to Uman for Rosh Hashanah amid the Ukraine war, with Israeli police assisting…

Investment Firm Pestrank Reveals Highest-Paid Executive and Bonuses Ahead of IPO

Pestrank Investment House revealed in its IPO prospectus that chief investment officer Ariel Moldovan earned the highest compensation in 2025, totaling about 2.1 million shekels…

Rabbi Menachem Mendel Axelrod Becomes Chief Rabbi of Moldova, Honored by President

Rabbi Menachem Mendel Axelrod, grandson of a pioneering emissary, was appointed Chief Rabbi of Moldova at age 36, receiving praise from President Maia Sandu. His leadership aims t…

Golan Community Gathers in Katzrin to Honor Teen Yonatan 'Tony' Klimian

Hundreds gathered in Katzrin at the Bnei Akiva Ulpana to commemorate 16-year-old Yonatan Klimian, who died in a rappelling accident in Keshet Cave. The community held a memorial e…

Israeli Officials Coordinate With Military Ahead of Large Pilgrim Airlift to Uman Amid War Restrictions

Over 45,000 Israeli pilgrims are expected to travel to Uman this year despite military restrictions due to the Ukraine-Russia war, with officials coordinating security and enforci…

Israeli Oligarch Linked to Russian Operation Destabilizing Moldova

Russia has launched a major covert operation to destabilize Moldova, involving military training, bribery, and propaganda funded by Israeli-Moldovan oligarch Ilan Shor. Despite at…

Putin's Covert Campaign Targets Moldova to Destabilize NATO and EU

Russian intelligence has trained operatives to destabilize Moldova through election interference, propaganda, and infrastructure attacks, aiming to weaken NATO and the EU. An Isra…

Hundreds Gather in Katzrin for Memorial Evening Honoring Teen Who Died in Caving Accident

Hundreds gathered at the Bnei Akiva Golan Ulpana in Katzrin to honor Yehonatan Klimian, a 16-year-old who died in a rappelling accident in Keshet Cave. The memorial included Torah…

Maccabi Haifa Adjusts Youth Integration Strategy Ahead of New Season

Maccabi Haifa's plan to heavily integrate youth players into the first team has been tempered ahead of the new season. While several young talents remain in the squad or on loan…

Jewish Identity and Resilience Explored Through Moldova Visit and Personal Struggles

Vanilia Launches Matcha Ice Cream Line in Collaboration with British Brand PerfectTed

Vanilia ice cream chain teams up with British matcha brand PerfectTed to launch matcha-based ice cream products across Israel. Urbanitope begins a major residential project in Bne…

Chief Rabbi of Israel Meets Moldovan Jewish Leader Amid Community Revival

Israel's Chief Rabbi Kalman Bar met with Moldova's Jewish community leader Alex Blitsky in Chișinău, celebrating the community's revival and plans for a Jewish museum. The Moldova…

Anan Khalaily Helps Union Saint-Gilloise Win Belgian Super Cup

Anan Khalaily contributed to Union Saint-Gilloise's Belgian Super Cup victory on July 31, scoring in the penalty shootout after entering as a substitute. His planned transfer to I…

Maccabi Tel Aviv Suspends Ticket Sales for Europa League Match After Pyrotechnics Incident

Maccabi Tel Aviv stopped ticket sales for their Europa League match in Batumi due to a UEFA investigation into fan pyrotechnics used in their previous game against Sheriff Tiraspo…

Beitar Jerusalem, Hapoel, and Maccabi Tel Aviv Advance in European Football Qualifiers

On July 30, 2026, Israeli football clubs Beitar Jerusalem, Hapoel Tel Aviv, and Maccabi Tel Aviv all advanced in European competition qualifiers, with Beitar winning a penalty sho…

Maccabi Tel Aviv Nears European Season After Dominant Win Over Sheriff Tiraspol

Maccabi Tel Aviv advanced closer to the Europa League group stage after defeating Sheriff Tiraspol 1-0 in the second leg, securing a 6-0 aggregate win. They will face the winner o…

Police Investigate Discovery of Man's Body on Negev Street in Tel Aviv

Israeli police are investigating the discovery of a man's body on Negev Street in Tel Aviv, with no criminal suspicion yet. This follows a recent drowning death of a Moldovan man…

Moldovan Fighter Maximus Bezanuta Caught Stealing at Tel Aviv's Carmel Market

Moldovan fighter Maximus Bezanuta, who lost to Ruach Hashem Gordon at a Tel Aviv fight event, was caught stealing from shops at Carmel Market before the match. The incident was re…

Gordon Brothers Draw 11,000 Fans to Packed MMA Event at Menora Arena

The Gordon brothers headlined a sold-out MMA event at Tel Aviv's Menora Arena, drawing 11,000 fans and securing three wins. Ahavat Hashem Gordon defeated UFC veteran John Lineker…

Serie A Scouts Target Maccabi Tel Aviv's Said Abu Farhi in Champions League Clash

Maccabi Tel Aviv's young striker Said Abu Farhi is drawing interest from Serie A clubs Genoa and Torino, who will scout him in the Champions League match against Sheriff Tiraspol…

Gordon Brothers Celebrate Wins at GFN 1, Eye MMA and UFC Titles

The Gordon brothers won their fights at the GFN 1 event, with Ahavat Hashem targeting a UTMA title and a future UFC career, Ruh Hashem building momentum for a possible title shot…

Gordon Brothers Celebrate Wins at GFN 1, Eye MMA and UFC Titles

The Gordon brothers each won their fights at the GFN 1 event on July 27, 2026, boosting their prospects in MMA and related combat sports. Ahavat Hashem aims for the UTMA champions…

Ruach Hashem Gordon Wins Tough Decision at GFN Event After Challenging Year

Israeli fighter Ruach Hashem Gordon won a close decision against Maximus Bzhanotas at the GFN event on July 27, 2026, overcoming a tough year with few fights. This victory follows…

Maccabi Tel Aviv Officially Signs Slovenian Striker Aster Sokler

Maccabi Tel Aviv signed Slovenian striker Aster Sokler to a two-year deal with an option for two more years, paying about one million euros to Radnički Niš. Sokler, who scored 16…

Moldovan Chief Rabbi Linked to Investigation of Weapons Smuggling from Ukraine to Israel

In November 2025, Moldovan customs seized a truck carrying advanced weapons allegedly destined for Israel. Rabbi Pinchas Zaltsman, claiming to be Moldova's chief rabbi, was implic…

Maccabi Tel Aviv's Christian Blitz Uses Crutches After Ankle Injury in Moldova

Maccabi Tel Aviv returned to Israel after a strong win in Moldova but faced concern as Christian Blitz used crutches due to an ankle injury. The severity is unknown pending medica…

Israeli Ambassador Michael Brodsky Honored at Farewell Event in Uman

Michael Brodsky concluded his term as Israel's ambassador to Ukraine with a farewell event in Uman, attended by Jewish community leaders and Israeli officials. He was praised for…

Maccabi Tel Aviv Praises Coach Kenny Miller After 5-0 Win Over Sheriff Tiraspol

Maccabi Tel Aviv defeated Sheriff Tiraspol 5-0 in the Europa League qualifiers, earning praise for coach Kenny Miller and standout players like Said Abu Farhi. The team plans to s…

Maccabi Tel Aviv Dominates Sheriff Tiraspol with 5-0 Win in Europa League Qualifiers

Maccabi Tel Aviv crushed Sheriff Tiraspol 5-0 in the Europa League qualifiers on July 23, 2026, showcasing their best European form in years and moving closer to the third qualify…

Only One of Three Israeli Teams Expected to Advance in European Football Qualifiers

Three Israeli football teams start European qualifiers with low chances of advancing; Maccabi Tel Aviv has the best odds, while Beitar Jerusalem and Hapoel Tel Aviv face tough cha…

Maccabi Tel Aviv Includes Asante and Blitz in Squad for Europa League Qualifier

Maccabi Tel Aviv includes Tyrese Asante and Christian Blitz in its squad for the Europa League qualifier against Sheriff Tiraspol, with both players expected to come off the bench…

Maccabi Tel Aviv's Roy Revivo Stays as European Transfer Remains Uncertain

Roy Revivo remains with Maccabi Tel Aviv as no European transfer offers have emerged due to passport issues, nationality concerns, and high transfer fees. His agent continues to s…

Israel Holds Farewell Ceremony for Ambassador Michael Brodsky in Uman

Israel held a farewell ceremony in Uman for Ambassador Michael Brodsky, recognizing his efforts to strengthen Israel-Ukraine relations and support the Jewish community during his…

Israeli Midfielder Liam Harush Signs with Austrian Top League Club GAK

Israeli midfielder Liam Harush has joined Austrian top-tier club GAK on a contract until 2029 after a successful season with Sheriff Tiraspol in Moldova, where he won the national…

Maccabi Tel Aviv Draws Favorable Opponents in UEFA Europa League Qualifiers

Maccabi Tel Aviv will face Sheriff Tiraspol in the Europa League third qualifying round, with the winner set to meet either Qarabağ FK or CSKA Sofia. The Israeli club aims to adva…

Maccabi Tel Aviv's Helio Varela Returns Amid Transfer Interest from European Clubs

Helio Varela of Maccabi Tel Aviv returns to Israel to resume training amid interest from several European clubs, though no official transfer offers have been made yet.

Maccabi Tel Aviv Wins Champion of Champions Title, Promises New Signings Soon

Maccabi Tel Aviv began their season by winning the Champion of Champions title with a 3-1 victory over Hapoel Be'er Sheva, despite missing key players. The club is actively pursui…

Maccabi Tel Aviv Draws Sheriff Tiraspol in Second Qualifying Round of Europa League

Maccabi Tel Aviv will face Moldovan club Sheriff Tiraspol in the second qualifying round of the UEFA Europa League starting July 23, 2026. Sheriff advanced after beating Alumni, a…

Two-Year-Old Girl Drowns at Hotel Pool in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt

A two-year-old Israeli girl drowned in a hotel pool in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, and her body is being repatriated by ZAKA. The organization is coordinating with authorities to supp…

Israeli Premier League Teams Face Varied Odds in 2026/27 European Football Qualifiers

Ahead of the 2026/27 European football season, Israel's four Premier League teams prepare for qualifiers with Hapoel Be'er Sheva favored to reach Europa League group stages, Macca…

Sheriff Tiraspol Draws Alumini, Next Maccabi Tel Aviv Rival Decided in Slovenia

Sheriff Tiraspol and Alumini drew 0-0 in Moldova, with the second leg in Slovenia deciding who faces Maccabi Tel Aviv next. Ferencváros beat Vojvodina 2-1 in Serbia to advance in…

Maccabi Tel Aviv Wins 1-0 Against Alashkert in First Preseason Friendly

Maccabi Tel Aviv defeated Armenian club Alashkert 1-0 in their first preseason match, with captain Dor Peretz scoring the winning goal. The team continues training in Serbia befor…

Senior Belz Leader Sparks Global Effort to Preserve Rabbi Akiva Rand's Dignity After Moldova Accident

After Rabbi Akiva Rand's fatal car accident in Moldova, a global diplomatic and grassroots campaign led by senior Belz leader Rabbi Elyakim Stark prevented a forced autopsy and en…

Maccabi Tel Aviv Extends Oshae Brissett's Contract for Two More Years

Maccabi Tel Aviv has extended forward Oshae Brissett's contract by two years with a significant salary increase, matching new signing Bonzie Colson's terms. The club also aims to…

Israeli Man Killed in Moldova Road Accident Repatriated After Complex Bureaucratic Effort

Akiva Rand, an Israeli Haredi man killed in a car accident near Chisinau, Moldova, was repatriated to Israel after a complex legal and bureaucratic process. Moldovan law required…

Maccabi Tel Aviv Aims for More Aggressive Play Under Steven Vanharan Ahead of New Season

Maccabi Tel Aviv has started its preseason training camp in Serbia, focusing on becoming a more aggressive team under sporting director Steven Vanharan. The club is seeking to tra…

Maccabi Tel Aviv Heads to Training Camp in Belgrade Ahead of Key Matches

Maccabi Tel Aviv is traveling to Belgrade for a training camp to prepare for upcoming domestic and European matches, with Ori Azou and Anis Porat Ayash joining the squad, while Ro…

Moldovan authorities release body of Jerusalem rabbi killed in crash without autopsy

Rabbi Akiva Rand, a Jerusalem resident in his 30s, was killed in a fatal car crash in Chisinau on Wednesday. After two days of diplomatic and legal efforts, Moldova agreed to rele…