Russia
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Russia, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Report: Russia Used Cellebrite Tools to Hack Dissident's iPhone
Citizen Lab says Russian authorities used Cellebrite tools to break into the iPhone of activist Andrey Pivovarov on or around June 17, 2021. The evidence came from Russian forensi…
Israel Aims to Build Offensive Military Capabilities in Space
Defense Minister Israel Katz said Israel is pursuing offensive military capabilities in space, beyond its current satellite use. He said the goal is to strengthen deterrence and g…
Iran, Russia and Yemen: The shipping chokepoint strategy that could shake the global economy
A Channel 14 report says Iran is preparing to weaponize the Strait of Hormuz and Bab al-Mandab if talks fail. It alleges Russia finances the system through Quds Force intermediari…
Ukraine protests Israeli tourism invitation to Russian rapper GeeGun
Ukraine’s embassy in Israel protested the Israeli Tourism Ministry’s invitation to Russian rapper GeeGun, accusing him of backing Russia’s war against Ukraine. Israel’s embassy in…
Polls, Diplomacy, and Military Moves Signal a Shifting Global Picture
A Reuters poll says Trump’s Iran war is deeply unpopular and may hurt Republicans before November’s midterm elections. Separately, the EU held controversial talks with the Taliban…
Trump’s F-35 Signal to Erdogan Could Undermine Israel’s Air Edge
A commentary says Trump’s possible F-35 sale to Turkey would erode Israel’s air superiority and create new regional risks. It warns of stealth threats, technology leakage, and hei…
Maccabi Tel Aviv Weighs Reunion With Eli Dasa
Maccabi Tel Aviv is seriously weighing a move to bring back Eli Dasa, who left the club in 2019. The 33-year-old Israel captain is now a free agent after a strong season with NEC…
French Navy Seizes Russian Oil Tanker Off Sicily in Anti-Sanctions Operation
France seized the Russian tanker Delivr off Sicily on Tuesday as part of a wider crackdown on Russia’s shadow fleet. President Emmanuel Macron said Europe will not let such ships…
El Al Suspends Tel Aviv-Moscow Flights Amid Drone Threats
El Al has suspended its Tel Aviv-Moscow flights because of Ukrainian drone attacks and the resulting risks in Russian airspace. The airline will review the situation next week bef…
Ukraine's Most Powerful Weapon Against Russia Is Its Battle-Hardened Soldiers
Ukrainian front-line soldiers say their real strength against Russia is human endurance, not drones or missiles. The article highlights Ihor Vizirenko of the 21st Mechanized Briga…
Russian Exile Journalist Who Exposed Putin’s Private Life Dies in Riga After Suspected Mushroom Poisoning
Gregory Nakhushev, a Russian exiled journalist who exposed details of Vladimir Putin’s private life, died at 69 in Riga. Reports say he may have died after eating poisonous mushro…
Massive Fire and Explosions Hit Oil Refinery in Krasnodar Region After Ukrainian Drone Strike
Ukraine launched a drone attack on an oil refinery in Russia’s Krasnodar region, causing explosions and a large fire. Thick smoke spread across the area, and additional reports me…
U.S. Weighs F-35 Return for Turkey as Trump Courts Erdogan
The Trump administration is reviewing a possible return of Turkey to the F-35 program and a separate engine sale for Turkey’s KAAN fighter. Trump linked the move to his close ties…
Mark Levin Slams Possible U.S. Military Tech Transfer to Turkey
Mark Levin sharply criticized reports that the Trump administration may sell advanced U.S. engine technology to Turkey. Reuters says the administration is preparing a $700 million…
Inside the Deadly Descent of Veryovkina Cave
Veryovkina Cave in Georgia is among the world’s deepest caves, and its dangerous conditions have repeatedly trapped explorers. In 2021, rescuers found the body of Russian amateur…
Russian Drones Destroy Ukrainian Robotic Supply Vehicles, Video Shows
Russian drone footage purportedly shows a precise attack on Ukrainian robotic supply vehicles used to support troops. The article says the vehicles were hit and destroyed, but giv…
World Cup Own-Goal Total Nears Unwanted Record
The 2026 World Cup has reached 10 own goals after 50 matches. Qatar's Sultan Al Braka scored the latest one against Bosnia and Herzegovina. The tournament is approaching the recor…
Yohan Manzambi's World Cup breakout lifts Switzerland and boosts his profile
Yohan Manzambi scored twice off the bench as Switzerland beat Bosnia 4:1 in Los Angeles, becoming the youngest player ever to score a World Cup substitute brace. The 20-year-old w…
Russia Furious Over Trump’s Shift as Pressure on Belarus Intensifies
Russia says Donald Trump is no longer acting as a neutral mediator on Ukraine, while Ukrainian officials report improved ties with him. At the same time, Moscow is reportedly pres…
Kim Jong Un commissions North Korea’s nuclear-capable destroyer after launch mishap
Kim Jong Un commissioned North Korea’s 5,000-ton nuclear-capable destroyer Choe Hyon in Nampo. He said the navy will expand rapidly, despite earlier launch trouble with a sister s…
Ukraine Deploys Protective Netting Over Key Roads to Stop Russian Drones
Ukraine is installing protective netting over major roads to stop Russian drones and UAVs from hitting troops and military vehicles. The report says the fast-built system also red…
Russia showcases Tu-160 strategic bomber in operational flight footage
Russian military footage released on June 24, 2026 shows a Tu-160 strategic bomber in an operational mission. The video captures takeoff, cockpit views, aerial refueling, and figh…
Kiryat Shmona Star Martins Earns World Cup Man of the Match Honor
Christian Martins of Hapoel Kiryat Shmona was named Man of the Match in Panama’s 1-0 World Cup loss to Croatia. His club praised him, set a minimum asking price of 1.5 million eur…
Powerful Tornado Leaves Extensive Damage in Central Russia
A powerful tornado struck a populated rural area in central Russia, leaving heavy damage. Video posted on social media showed the funnel passing close to homes.
Russia Presses Belarus to Deepen Role in War Against Ukraine
Russia is pressuring Belarus to expand military support for the war in Ukraine, including more launch sites, infrastructure, and troops. Zelensky warned Ukraine may strike Belarus…
Russia Says It Intercepted 323 Ukrainian Drones Overnight
Russia’s Defense Ministry said it intercepted 323 Ukrainian drones overnight. The statement gave no further details on locations, damage, or casualties.
Ukrainian Attack Cuts Power to Crimea’s Largest City, Russian-Appointed Governor Says
Russia-appointed Sevastopol governor Mikhail Razvozhaev said a Ukrainian attack cut power to the Crimean city. He earlier said air defenses intercepted nine drones over Sevastopol.
Ronaldo makes World Cup history with goals in six different tournaments
Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice for Portugal against Uzbekistan at the 2026 World Cup and became the first player to score in six different World Cups. The 41-year-old’s goals were…
England’s World Cup opener looks more like a club team under Thomas Tuchel
England beat Croatia 4-2 in their 2026 World Cup opener, with Thomas Tuchel credited for turning the team into a club-like side. The article highlights England’s tactical structur…
Russian Student Gets Five-Day Arrest for Using 'Adolf Hitler' as Pizza Name
An 18-year-old student in Nizhny Tagil was given five days of administrative arrest after ordering pizza under the name "Adolf Hitler" and allegedly displaying Nazi symbols online…
UAE in Early Talks to Buy Advanced Indian Weapons, Including BrahMos Missile
India and the United Arab Emirates are in early talks over a possible arms deal involving BrahMos missiles and Akash air defenses. Abu Dhabi is seeking to bolster security around…
U.S. Fighter Pilot Describes Unusual Drone Formation Over Iran
An American pilot shot down in fighting with Iran told U.S. intelligence he saw a strange, synchronized drone formation that looked like a jellyfish. Intelligence officials are de…
Ostroh Jews mark a special Purim for the day a Russian shell failed to explode
Jews descended from Ostroh’s former community mark 7 Tammuz as a local Purim, remembering how Russian shells hit the Maharshal synagogue in 1792 but did not explode. After a Jew e…
Viral Old World Cup Quote Resurfaces as Messi Keeps Defying Age
A viral old 2018 quote dismissing Lionel Messi’s World Cup future resurfaced after he scored twice for Argentina against Austria. The story highlights how Messi, now a World Cup w…
Red Skies in Russia Precede Severe Storm and Heavy Rain
Unusual red skies appeared over Chelyabinsk in southern Russia before a severe storm hit. The system brought heavy rain, thunderstorms and hail, after authorities warned residents…
Barakat Waits for the Right Offer as Kangwa’s Future Remains Open
Hapoel Be'er Sheva is preparing for the 2026/2027 season and expects Lucas Ventura and Kings Kangwa to arrive by the end of the week. Alona Barkat is waiting for the right offer f…
Teen researcher lands on Kremlin blacklist after exposing crypto network
Seventeen-year-old Alexander Browder says he was blacklisted by Russia after exposing a crypto network used to move about $100 billion and help fund the war in Ukraine. His work a…
Ukraine Opens Captured Russian Weapons Data to Western Experts
Ukraine has launched TROPHYLAB, a restricted digital platform that gives Western defense experts access to technical data on captured Russian weapons. Kyiv says the database alrea…
Messi Keeps Dominating at 39, While Ronaldo Struggles to Keep Up
Lionel Messi, about to turn 39, is leading the 2026 World Cup with five goals in two games and remains central to Argentina’s run. Olivier Giroud, Michael Caulfield, and Wayne Roo…
Messi’s 17 World Cup Goals, and the Road to the Record
Lionel Messi has become the all-time leading scorer in World Cup history with his 17th tournament goal. The article reviews every one of his World Cup goals from 2006 through his…
New Jersey ceremony marks first tefillin for governor's chief of staff’s husband and sons
A Torah dedication in New Jersey drew more than 30,000 letter buyers and included a first-time tefillin ceremony for the husband and sons of a senior New Jersey governor’s office…
Germany Deals with Schlotterbeck Blow After Ivory Coast Win
Germany lost Nico Schlotterbeck to a knee ligament tear after its 2-1 win over Ivory Coast at the 2026 World Cup. The Borussia Dortmund defender is out for the rest of the tournam…
Beersheba Rejects Large Russian Offer for Mohamed Abu Rumi
Hapoel Beersheba rejected a sizable offer from Russian side Akron for Mohamed Abu Rumi. The deal would have doubled his salary, but the club is not looking to sell him now. Abu Ru…
Zelensky Thanks Starmer for Strong Support of Ukraine
Volodymyr Zelensky thanked Keir Starmer on Monday after the British prime minister resigned. He praised Starmer as a major supporter of Ukraine and said he would always be welcome…
Video Captures Ukrainian Drone Explosion Over Moscow
Dozens of Ukrainian drones were launched toward Moscow in recent days, and videos shared on social media showed one being intercepted and exploding in the air. The attacks reporte…
India temporarily blocks Telegram over exam leak and fraud networks
India temporarily blocked Telegram nationwide after authorities linked the app to leaked medical entrance exam questions and fraud networks. Officials called it a last resort, whi…
Russia Accuses Germany of Discriminating in WWII Compensation for Leningrad Siege Survivors
Russia accused Germany of discriminatory compensation policies for survivors of the siege of Leningrad, saying Berlin favors Jewish survivors while excluding other civilians and d…
New book alleges Scott Bessent hurled insults at Zelensky and urged Trump to bar Oval Office meeting
A new book claims Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent privately insulted Volodymyr Zelensky and urged Donald Trump to block him from the Oval Office unless Ukraine accepted a mineral…