Minus eighteen and darkness: how Israeli diplomats endure the winter of war in Kyiv
Massive strikes by Russia on civilian infrastructure in recent days have sharply worsened the situation in Kyiv. The capital of Ukraine has been left without stable electricity, heating, and water amid severe frosts. The temperature drops to −18 degrees, and for hundreds of thousands of residents, this is no longer a temporary inconvenience but a […]
Shield for Ayatollahs: How Moscow Helps Tehran Hold On Amid Protests and What Israel Should Already Be Thinking About
In Israel, the events in Iran are not viewed as an abstract “foreign revolution.” Here, there is a clear understanding of what happens when a regime decides to hold on at any cost. Israelis see in the Iranian protests not only a fight for freedom of speech or economic demands — they recognize familiar signs: […]
Samovar under sanctions: Israeli tourist turned back at EU border
At the border crossing in Narva, an Israeli found himself at the center of an unexpected incident: a regular souvenir from Russia — a samovar — became the reason for his detention. The story happened in early January and quickly spread through Estonian media because it clearly demonstrated how European Union sanctions work in practice. […]
Israel Railways: Trains will be reinforced and road closures prepared for the “Maccabi Haifa” vs “Maccabi Tel Aviv” match
In Israel, preparations are underway for one of the most massive football evenings this winter: on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at the “Sami Ofer” Stadium in Haifa, a match between “Maccabi Haifa” and “Maccabi Tel Aviv” will take place. Due to the expected influx of fans, state services are pre-adjusting the transport scheme: some roads […]
Light against darkness: how the “Mitzvah Tanks” of the Chief Rabbi of Ukraine operate amidst Russia’s energy terror
Winter in Ukraine is once again becoming a test not only for infrastructure but also for human endurance. Massive Russian strikes on the energy system have led to prolonged power and heat outages in dozens of cities and regions. Against this backdrop, government structures are operating in emergency mode, and civil society is in a […]
Idan Amedi returns to the stage: a comeback awaited in Israel
The return of Idan Amedi became one of the most discussed cultural news stories in Israel in January 2026. After almost a two-year hiatus, the artist announced the resumption of concert activities — a step awaited not only by fans but also by the broader Israeli public. The pause in his career was forced. In […]
Pause before the strike: why Trump is in no hurry to start a war with Iran
The President of the USA, Donald Trump, changed his mind — or at least stated that he changed his mind — about striking Iran. At least, at this stage. The formal explanation sounds simple: the killings of protesters have “ceased,” and executions have been canceled. The problem is that this version directly contradicts the data […]
Iran under street pressure: Lindsey Graham’s statement and new signals from Washington
American Senator Lindsey Graham made a strong statement on the situation in Iran, noting that protest activity in the country continues despite official authorities’ claims of “stabilization.” According to him, reports of deaths and injuries among demonstrators are of particular concern. Graham emphasized that violence against protest participants does not cease. In his view, the […]