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Netanyahu invokes 'Sparta' vision for Israel — but does history back the comparison?

The prime minister said at a Jerusalem conference that Israel must adapt to an almost autarkic (self-sufficient) economy, or 'Athens and super-Sparta'; Historians explain what Sparta really was, and whether the analogy holds for modern Israel

Yogev Israeli | 09.16.25

Israeli lightly injured in antisemitic Athens attack by three Palestinians with sticks

A 29-year-old Israeli man was lightly injured when three Palestinian youths wielding plastic sticks and Palestinian flags attacked him in Syntagma Square; Greek police arrested all five involved and are investigating the incident

Itamar Eichner | 09.14.25

Israel crashes out of EuroBasket after 84-79 loss to Greece in Giannis masterclass

Blue-and-White fall in round of 16 after pushing Greece but extending 32-year winless streak in matchup; Deni Avdija led Israel with 22 points, while Giannis Antetokounmpo dominated with 37 and 10 rebounds to send Greece to a quarterfinal clash with Lithuania

Efrat Amoraban, Latvia | 09.08.25

Rare gold coin of Queen Berenice II unearthed in Jerusalem

Dating to 246-221 BCE, it is the first of its kind found outside Egypt, offering new insight into Jerusalem’s revival under Ptolemaic rule

Yaron Drukman | 08.20.25

Pro-Palestinian tourist ship protests anger Greek government: 'Useful idiots damaged our image'

Athens has carefully tried to protect both relations during the war, accusing the left-wing opposition of undermining the strategic Israel alliance aimed at counterbalancing the influence of historic rival Turkey in the eastern Mediterranean

AFP | 08.14.25

Wizz Air expands Israel flights to Venice and Thessaloniki

Vacation airline group Kavei Hofsha receives approvals for 10 additional flights to Crete through Greek carrier Blue Bird Airways by the end of August; Israir announces the arrival of its ninth Airbus A320

Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 08.14.25

The 'Day of Rage' that wasn't: Greek protests against Israel in Gaza fall flat

After warnings from the Foreign and Diaspora ministries about high-risk hot spots, only hundreds participated in the main demonstration in Athens, others were attended by far fewer - and all ended without any unusual incidents

Itamar Eichner | 08.11.25

Greece braces for 'Day of Rage' demonstrations amid rising anti-Israel sentiment | These are the high-risk hotspots

'Day of Rage' campaign against Israel sparks protests across Greece, including popular tourist destinations frequented by Israelis; Ministry of Diaspora Affairs and Combating Antisemitism warns of potential clashes and advises travelers to avoid demonstrations and conceal identifying symbols

Itamar Eichner, Assad Kamar/Athens | 08.10.25

IDF coordinates Gaza aid drops with Greece, Italy for first time

Military reports six countries, including Greece and Italy for the first time, airdropped over 106 food packages into Gaza as part of a coordinated humanitarian effort

Ynetnews | 08.09.25

Hate posters and rising tensions: Israelis face hostility ahead of protest wave in Greece

As Greece braces for a wave of anti-Israel protests, Israeli tourists report alarming messages on hate posters and graffiti, some in Hebrew; Authorities urge caution but say there's no need to cancel travel plans

Sharon Kidon | 08.07.25

Anti-Israel activists plan 'Days of Rage' rallies across Greece

Demonstrations in Greece planned for the coming days raise concerns for Israeli tourists, prompting security alerts and diplomatic tensions, though authorities expect limited turnout and emphasize protection for visitors

Itamar Eichner | 08.06.25

כתובת גרפיטי אנטי־ישראלית ואנטישמית באתונה

Tensions flare over Israeli envoy’s claim Athens mayor ‘not cleaning’ antisemitic graffiti

Mayor Haris Doukas condemned ambassador’s remarks, stressing city’s commitment to democracy, free expression and opposition to racism; tensions come as Israeli tourism and protests linked to the Gaza conflict in Greece are rising

AFP | 08.03.25

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

Israeli tourist has part of ear bitten off in suspected antisemitic attack near Athens

Man hospitalized after Syrian migrant allegedly assaulted him on Greek beach shouting anti-Israel slogans; assailant arrested, Israeli embassy in contact with Greek authorities amid string of anti-Israeli incidents across Greece

Itamar Eichner | 07.26.25

Israeli teens chased, beaten in Rhodes by knife-wielding pro-Palestinian mob

Israelis had been vacationing on island when they were ambushed after leaving a nightclub; some hid behind walls and bushes to escape the assailants, who filmed the encounter; 'We just wanted to have fun — suddenly they were chasing us'

Nina Fox | 07.23.25

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