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Maccabiah goes global with new interactive streaming channel

Israeli sports-tech company Pixellot renews partnership with the world’s largest Jewish sporting event, offering live coverage across sports, age groups and divisions for families and fans around the globe

ynet Global | 07.07.26

יוסי בסעד יועצם לשעבר של רה"מ נתניהו ורעייתו

Maccabiah VIP incident: Netanyahu adviser dispute erupts over whether he was fired or resigned

At the Maccabiah opening, adviser Yossi Basad was reported to have been fired after a VIP incident involving Sarah Netanyahu, though witnesses and officials dispute this; PMO says he resigned, while Basaad denies dismissal and says departure was planned

Itamar Eichner | 07.03.26

Born without arms, shaped by war: Ukrainian Paralympian's journey to Maccabiah

Paralympic swimmer Yaroslav Semenenko, who fled Ukraine after the outbreak of war and now lives in Finland, is competing in Israel’s Maccabiah Games; born without arms, the multiple medalist says sport is his purpose and his life’s driving force

Stav Ifergan | 07.02.26

Maccabiah Games 2026 kick off in Jerusalem with emotional opening ceremony

22nd Maccabiah opens at Jerusalem’s Teddy Stadium with 8,000 athletes from 45 countries ahead of July 13 games; Ceremony features performances by Israeli acts, torch lit by Inbar Lanir and Asaf Yasur, and honors wounded veterans and ex-hostages

Stav Ifergan | 07.02.26

תיעוד: שרה ובנימין נתניהו באירוע הפתיחה של המכביה

Watch: Heated scene at Maccabiah opening as Sara Netanyahu confronts PM

At the Maccabiah Games opening in Jerusalem, Sara Netanyahu shouted at PM Benjamin Netanyahu and staff, blaming him for clashes with attendees and demanding assistance

ynet Global | 07.02.26

Greatest Maccabiah moments: iconic athletes and Jewish sports history revisited

From emotional Olympic tribute to Munich victims to Holocaust survivor who made Israel her home, the Maccabiah Games have produced unforgettable moments ahead of the 2026 opening in Jerusalem with 8,000 athletes from 45 countries

Stav Ifargan | 06.25.26

Team USA gymnast heads to Israel for Maccabiah: ‘I’m excited to represent my Jewish community’

The 17-year-old New Jersey gymnast Sophie Knapp is saying goodbye to high school, preparing for Columbia and spending one last summer at home, but first she will represent Team USA at the 2026 Maccabiah Games in Israel

ynet | 06.22.26

נורית לאון והסיכה שעוצבה עם הציור שצייר בנה, עדי ז"ל

Maccabiah to honor 18 fallen soldiers with special pins

At next month’s Maccabiah, special memorial pins for fallen soldiers, designed with bereaved families, will be unveiled; one honoring Staff Sgt. Adi Leon features a drawing from a letter he wrote before entering Gaza

Gal Ganot | 06.20.26

Maccabiah torch relay to cross Israel in tribute to October 7 victims and heroes

Three-day motorcycle convoy will visit more than 30 local authorities before the July 1 opening ceremony in Jerusalem, honoring resilience, renewal and Israel’s shared story

Ilana Curiel | 06.09.26

Israel’s lost tourism summer: Jewish groups abroad cancel trips in droves

Taglit hoped to bring 20,000 young participants and the Maccabiah expected about 10,000 athletes and relatives, but war fears, travel warnings and limited flights are expected to cut arrivals by more than half

Navit Zomer | 06.03.26

Andi Murez celebrates gold at the 2017 Maccabiah Games

'My memories of the Maccabiah contributed to my decision to change the dream and come live in Israel'

They came for a few weeks of competitions, connected with the people and the culture and chose to stay in Israel; legendary basketball player Tal Brody and swimmer Andi Murez tell how the 'Jewish Olympics' changed the course of their lives

Stav Ifergan | 06.02.26

Maccabiah 2026 opening ceremony: tickets go on sale for major Teddy Stadium event

Tickets are now on sale for the Maccabiah 2026 opening ceremony, set for July 1 at Jerusalem’s Teddy Stadium, with major performances, an athletes’ parade and prices starting at 99 shekels

ynet Global | 05.25.26

Maccabiah 2025: Jewish Olympic spirit returns to Israel

The countdown to the 2025 Maccabiah Games in Israel is officially on—and ILTV is proud to be the exclusive English broadcaster delivering the action in real time

Shosh Bedrosian, ILTV | 06.11.25

From Nigeria to the Maccabiah: Nigeria's Jewish soccer team aiming to compete in Israel

The Igbo Jewish community, claiming to be descendants of a biblical Israelite clan, hope to play against other teams in Israel and cement their Jewish status in what's known as the 'Jewish Olympics'

Yair Kattan | 12.23.24

Alan and Israel Vasker drowned in a river near Mumbai

Jewish brothers who played cricket in Maccabiah Games drown in Mumbai

Alan and Israel Vasker reportedly swept by current during a swim while boating far out on a river in the Alibag area; 'This is a huge loss for the family, the community and all of us,' says Israeli consul general in Mumbai

Itamar Eichner | 07.17.23

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