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דגל ישראל וכתובת נגד חמאס בקיר ג'ון לנון בפראג

Spike in Czech antisemitism: 'Despite the report, we still feel safe here'

Chabad emissary to Prague tells ynet about the alarming report chronicling a surge in antisemitism there: 'There are immigrants here ... this may have an impact to some extent'; 'ordinary Czech residents remain loving and respectful, and they are definitely on our side'

Alexandra Lukash | 11.26.25

Czech Republic sees sharp rise in antisemitism, report finds

A report by the Federation of Jewish Communities in the Czech Republic says most antisemitic incidents in 2023 and 2024 occurred on social media, mainly on digital platforms, but also included physical attacks, attempted arson at synagogues and vandalism of cemeteries and other Jewish sites

AP | 11.22.25

IDF reservist detained in Prague over ‘criminal’ alert from France, forced to return to Israel

An Israeli who fought in Gaza and Lebanon was detained for hours at Prague airport and denied entry after French authorities issued a 'criminal alert' against him — though he’s never been to France; The Foreign Ministry says reason remains unclear

Yair Kraus, Itamar Eichner | 10.29.25

After six year, police capture elusive ‘ghost driver' in Formula 1 gear

Years of high-speed escapes come to an end as the Czech 'ghost driver' is finally caught—unmasked in his garage, still clad in racing gear

Ynet | 09.09.25

פסל המהר"ל מפראג בחנות מזכרות בפראג. מוכר גם בפולקלור הצ'כי

Scholar or sorcerer? The enduring mystery of the Maharal of Prague

A statue at Prague’s city hall depicts the Maharal as a mystic or alchemist, yet beyond the legend of the Golem, a painting by a Dutch artist may offer a truer glimpse of how one of Judaism’s greatest rabbis, who died over four centuries ago, really looked

Dor Ben-Ari | 09.08.25

‘Holocaust 2025’: Antisemitic graffiti sprayed on Jewish shop in Prague

Vandal spray painted 'Holocaust 2025' and 'Fascists' in third attack on the store within a month; Jewish community condemns incident as police investigate

Ynet | 09.07.25

שחזור תלת-ממדי (מימין) של שבר השריון (במרכז) המבוסס על דוגמה מצרפת (משמאל)

Rare Bronze Age armor linked to Trojan War found in Czech Republic

Archaeologists unveil 3,200-year-old bronze armor fragments from the Late Bronze Age, likely worn by a warrior during the Trojan War era, marking a rare discovery that links Central Europe to ancient Mediterranean military traditions

Yogev Israeli | 07.27.25

Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic

Czech Republic may follow U.S. lead with bold Jerusalem embassy move

If it proceeds, the Czech Republic would become the first European country to take this step

Sivan Raviv, ILTV | 04.07.25

Czech Republic to become first EU state to relocate embassy to Jerusalem

Country's decision to relocate its embassy to capital marks a historic break from EU policy, reportedly fueled by Trump's direct push

Itamar Eichner | 04.05.25

Brain drain: Israel’s future doctors look overseas

Gaza war drives more young Israelis to seek opportunities abroad, with Czech Republic becoming hub for medical studies; Prof. Martin Vokurka of Charles University in Prague says nearly 200 Israeli students enrolled, forming thriving community

Sharon Kidon | 01.22.25

Eastern Europe’s gold rush: Central banks hoarding gold amid growing instability

Eastern Europe’s central banks ramping up gold reserves at unprecedented pace, driven by geopolitical tensions and quest for economic security; led Poland, Hungary and Czech Republic, region betting on gold as hedge against inflation, war and global market volatility

Lital Samet, Calcalist | 11.29.24

רומניה הצפות שיטפונות ה סופה בוריס מכה ב מזרח ו מרכז אירופה

Storm Boris hits Eastern Europe with severe and unusual floods

Austria, the Czech Republic, Romania, Slovakia and Poland experience heavy rains and floods and suffer damage; Romania reports four casualties in severe storm

Ynet, News Agencies | 09.15.24

Massage with a view: what to do in Karlovy Vary

Beyond soaking in the pools and enjoying the spa treatments, Czech resort town offers fine dining, stunning architecture, thrilling viewpoints, shopping and a film festival every July; and don't forget to savor the city's unique round waffle

Amir Kaminer, Karlovy Vary | 06.28.24

Over 15 dead in downtown Prague shooting, Czech police say

Dozens more wounded; gunman jumps off roof to his death; eyewitnesses say bodies in street, women shot in their legs , Czech public broadcaster reports, citing law enforcement

Associated Press | 12.21.23

הפגנות תמיכה בעד ישראל לשחרור החטופים בפראג, צ'כיה

Czech Republic stands by Israel during war with Hamas

While Jerusalem faces severe international criticism for the Gaza war, the government of the Czech Republic, its local parliament, and the general public are offering unwavering, unequivocal support for actions against Hamas

Itamar Eichner | 11.10.23