Switzerland

Maccabi Tel Aviv Prepares to Overcome Deficit Against Lugano in Crucial Europa Conference Playoff

Maccabi Tel Aviv prepares for a crucial second leg against Lugano tomorrow, trailing 2-1 from the first match. Coach Kenny Miller is confident despite injuries and a tight schedul…

Swiss Police Ban 'Death to Zionism' Protest Planned in Basel on Zionism Anniversary

Swiss police banned a "Death to Zionism" protest planned in Basel on August 29, coinciding with the 129th anniversary of the First Zionist Congress. The protest, linked to basel4p…

Nvidia Earnings Report to Shape Wall Street’s AI Market Debate

Nvidia’s earnings report for Q3 2026, expected Wednesday, is highly anticipated as a key indicator of AI market trends. Analysts forecast nearly $92 billion in revenue and $2.08 E…

US Launches Major Sanctions Campaign to Sever Iran's Financial and Trade Networks

The US launched its largest-ever sanctions campaign against Iran, targeting nearly 60 entities involved in smuggling and financial evasion. The move aims to sever Iran's economic…

Netanyahu Praises Trump’s Unprecedented Economic Sanctions Against Iran

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu thanked U.S. President Trump for imposing unprecedented economic sanctions on Iran, targeting key sectors and entities worldwide. The sanctions ai…

Trump Announces Major Economic Sanctions Against Iran to Intensify Pressure

On August 24, 2026, President Donald Trump announced expanded U.S. economic sanctions against Iran targeting key sectors and entities, aiming to intensify pressure and isolate Teh…

Alrov Reports 77 Million Shekel Loss in Q2 Amid Market Slowdown and Currency Declines

Alrov Properties reported a 77 million shekel loss in Q2 2026 due to a slowdown in stock market gains and currency depreciation, despite holding significant shares in Clal Insuran…

Jerusalem Family Court Rejects Woman's Claim to Cancel Divorce Agreement Citing Fear and Abuse

The Jerusalem Family Court rejected a woman's request to cancel her 2019 divorce agreement, ruling she failed to prove she signed it under fear or abuse. Despite claims of violenc…

Maccabi Tel Aviv's Said Abu Farhi Nears MLS Transfer Before Crucial European Match

Maccabi Tel Aviv's striker Said Abu Farhi is close to transferring to MLS's Colorado Rapids and may leave before the team's crucial European match against Lugano. The club praised…

Maccabi Tel Aviv Faces Crucial Week With Key Matches Against Hapoel Jerusalem and FC Lugano

Maccabi Tel Aviv faces a pivotal week starting with a league match against Hapoel Jerusalem and a crucial Conference League qualifier second leg against FC Lugano. Coach Robbie Mi…

Pro-Palestinian Protest Planned in Basel on Anniversary of First Zionist Congress

A pro-Palestinian protest calling for "Death to Zionism" is planned in Basel on August 29, marking 129 years since the First Zionist Congress. The event's permit is pending, and S…

Israeli Football Experts Urge Young Players to Avoid MLS and Focus on European Leagues

An opinion article argues that young Israeli footballers should avoid the MLS, seen as a weak league suited for aging stars, and instead develop in competitive European leagues to…

Georgians Lead Applause for Pilots as Cruise Lines Ban Rubber Duck Hiding Trend

Cruise line Marella has banned the popular trend of hiding rubber ducks on ships to reduce waste and ease cleaning. A Wizz Air survey shows Georgians lead in applauding pilots upo…

Maccabi Tel Aviv Faces Crisis After Conference League Playoff Loss to Lugano

Maccabi Tel Aviv suffered a 2-1 loss to Lugano in the Conference League playoffs, sparking player criticism of management's lack of summer signings and fears of a poor season. Des…

FC Lugano Defeats Maccabi Tel Aviv 2-1 in Conference League Playoff First Leg

Maccabi Tel Aviv lost 2-1 to FC Lugano in the first leg of the Conference League playoff in Switzerland, with Swiss media unimpressed by Maccabi's performance. Lugano fans are opt…

Hapoel Tel Aviv Holds Atalanta to Goalless Draw in Conference League Playoff

Hapoel Tel Aviv drew 0-0 with Atalanta in Italy in the first leg of their Conference League playoff, while Maccabi Tel Aviv lost 2-1 to Lugano in Switzerland and must overturn the…

Ajax Advances in Conference League Playoff with 4-2 Win Over Sion

Ajax defeated Sion 4-2 in Switzerland in the first leg of the Conference League playoff, with Israeli Oscar Gloukh playing 72 minutes. Tolu Arokodare scored and assisted late goal…

Maccabi Tel Aviv Goalkeeper Ofek Malika Blamed for Early Conference League Playoff Goal

Maccabi Tel Aviv goalkeeper Ofek Malika made a costly mistake in their Conference League playoff match against FC Lugano, leading to an early goal and sparking fan criticism. The…

Gabi Kanikovski Helps Ferencvaros Upset Trabzonspor in Turkey

Gabi Kanikovski came on as a substitute to help Ferencvaros defeat Trabzonspor 1-0 in Turkey during the Europa League playoffs, while Mohamed Salah started but failed to influence…

Maccabi and Hapoel Tel Aviv Battle for Conference League Spots Against Strong European Opponents

Maccabi Tel Aviv and Hapoel Tel Aviv face strong European teams in Conference League playoffs, while Hapoel Be'er Sheva edges closer to Champions League qualification after a home…

Body of Missing Man Katriel Nachman Keinan Found in Tiberias Forest

The body of missing Beit Shemesh resident Katriel Nachman Keinan was found in the Switzerland Forest near Tiberias after days of searching, with police confirming the discovery an…

Body of Missing 24-Year-Old Found in Tiberias' Switzerland Forest After Weeklong Search

After more than a week of searching, the body of 24-year-old Katriel Nachman Keinan was found in the Switzerland Forest near Tiberias. He had disappeared after being last seen nea…

Man's Body Found in Switzerland Forest Near Tiberias

A man's body was found Thursday in the Switzerland Forest near Tiberias and sent to Abu Kabir for identification.

European Athletics Championships Highlight Historic Jumps and Runs with Israeli Athlete Shining

At the European Athletics Championships, Italy's Andy Díaz achieved a historic triple jump, Sweden's Andreas Almgren broke a 48-year-old 10,000m record, Switzerland's Audrey Werro…

Israeli Entrepreneur Transforms Family Biscuit Business Into Iconic Brand with Global Reach

An Israeli businessman born in 1965 in Tel Aviv transformed his grandfather's family biscuit factory into a renowned brand with international markets. Starting work at 15, he mode…

WHO Study Ranks Israel Fourth in Europe for Teen Social Media Addiction

A WHO survey ranks Israel fourth in Europe for teenage social media addiction, with rates quadrupling since 2019. The study highlights increased screen time, sector disparities, a…

Joint List Unveils Candidates with Balad's Sami Abu Shahadeh Returning to Knesset

The Joint List revealed its 2026 Knesset election candidates, with Youssef Jabareen leading Hadash, Ahmad Tibi second, and Balad's Sami Abu Shahadeh returning to parliament. The l…

Hapoel Be'er Sheva Advances to Champions League Playoff Stage, Eyes Historic Group Stage Debut

Maccabi Tel Aviv Striker Sayed Abu Freih Travels to Switzerland Despite Colorado Rapids Transfer Deal

Maccabi Tel Aviv striker Sayed Abu Freih will join the team in Switzerland for a Conference League match despite his transfer to Colorado Rapids being finalized. He is expected to…

Maccabi Tel Aviv Ready for Lugano Clash with Key Players Fit

Maccabi Tel Aviv prepares for their UEFA Conference League playoff match against Lugano with key players Mohamed Ali Kamara and Issouf Sisoko fit to play, while planned protests i…

Rabbi Shaar Yashuv Cohen's Legacy Reflects Deep Bond With Rabbi Kook in Haifa Leadership

Rabbi Shaar Yashuv Cohen, who led Haifa's rabbinate for decades, was deeply influenced by his mentor Rabbi Abraham Isaac Kook. Their close relationship shaped Cohen's inclusive le…

Interest Rate Differentials Reshape Currency Market Outlook in 2026

Interest rate differences between central banks are set to influence currency markets in 2026, with the euro, yen, and some emerging market currencies expected to benefit. The U.S…

Kanye West Set to Perform in Russia This October Amid Controversy and Cancellations

Kanye West will perform two concerts in Saint Petersburg, Russia, in October, becoming the first major Western artist to do so since Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine. His shows f…

Maccabi Tel Aviv Deal for Gabi Kanichovsky Unlikely, Representatives Say

Despite rumors, Gabi Kanichovsky's representatives deny any negotiations with Maccabi Tel Aviv for his return from Ferencváros, citing high costs and no contact. Kanichovsky remai…

Israel Ranks Fourth in Europe for Teen Social Media Addiction Amid Rising Screen Time

A new WHO-backed study shows Israeli teens’ social media addiction has nearly quadrupled since 2019, placing Israel fourth in Europe. The rise is linked to pandemic effects and on…

Pro-Palestinian Groups Call for Protests Against Maccabi and Hapoel Tel Aviv in Europe

Pro-Palestinian groups in Switzerland and Italy are organizing protests against Israeli football clubs Maccabi Tel Aviv and Hapoel Tel Aviv ahead of their European matches, demand…

FC Lugano Prepares Extensive Security for Maccabi Tel Aviv Conference League Match

FC Lugano announced extensive security measures for their upcoming Conference League playoff match against Maccabi Tel Aviv, aiming to ensure a safe and respectful environment for…

New Jersey Rebbe Spotted with Followers in Country Hills Amid Major Hasidic Events

The Rebbe of Zvhil celebrated his son's brit milah in Beitar Illit with hundreds attending. The funeral of Rabbi Tzvi Ze'ev Berger was held in Monsey after arrival from Switzerlan…

Lebanese President Urges UNIFIL Mandate Extension Amid Israeli Pressure to Withdraw

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun called for extending the UNIFIL mandate in southern Lebanon, highlighting its role in stability amid Israeli pressure to withdraw. Negotiations medi…

Funeral Held for Rabbi Tzvi Zev Berger, Sanz-Kloiznburg Leader, After US Border Delay

Rabbi Tzvi Zev Berger, the Moetzes of the Sanz-Kloiznburg community, died suddenly in Zurich at 43. After US border delays, his funeral was held Friday night in Switzerland and co…

Maccabi Tel Aviv Nears Return of Midfielder Gabi Kanichovsky Amid Squad Updates

Maccabi Tel Aviv is close to re-signing midfielder Gabi Kanichovsky from Ferencváros after he agreed to terms, with only the clubs' agreement pending. The team recently won agains…

Maccabi Tel Aviv Ready to Offer Roy Revivo Lucrative Contract to Stay

Maccabi Tel Aviv is prepared to offer Roy Revivo a lucrative new contract to keep him at the club amid his desire to move to Europe. No formal offers have been received, and the c…

US Opens Secret Channel to Iran's Revolutionary Guards Amid Negotiation Doubts

In May 2026, the US secretly contacted Iran's Revolutionary Guards to verify their support for official negotiators amid doubts about their authority during peace talks.

Satmar Rebbe Inaugurates Expanded Halls in Kiryas Joel as Hasidic Communities Celebrate Major Events

The Satmar Rebbe inaugurated expanded celebration halls in Kiryas Joel, while major Hasidic communities in Israel and abroad marked significant religious events, leadership transi…

Israel Doubts US Plans to Disarm Hamas and Hezbollah, Insists IDF Must Lead Security Efforts

Israel expresses strong skepticism toward US-led plans to disarm Hamas and Hezbollah through international forces, emphasizing that only the IDF can effectively ensure security. D…

Israeli Midfielder Oriane Goren Earns High Praise at Barcelona Preseason

Israeli midfielder Oriane Goren has drawn exceptional praise from Spanish media during Barcelona's preseason, with comparisons to club legends and trust from coach Xavi Flick. Gor…

Jewish Community Begins Selichot Prayers with Calls for Spiritual Renewal in Elul

Jewish communities begin the Selichot prayers in Elul, emphasizing God's deep love and the call for spiritual renewal. Teachings from the Baal Shem Tov and other rabbis inspire be…

Supercomputer Predicts Tough European Challenges for Israeli Football Clubs

A supercomputer simulation predicts Israeli football clubs Be'er Sheva, Maccabi Tel Aviv, and Hapoel Tel Aviv face low chances of advancing in their upcoming European playoff matc…