Red Sea discovery offers hope for world’s coral reefs
Scientists in Israel hope a discovery could offer a rare glimmer of hope for the world’s coral reefs.
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UK hopefuls for Eurovision announced
Former X Factor and Britain’s Got Talent hopefuls are vying to represent the UK in the Eurovision song contest.
Israel carries out strikes against Iranian military targets in Syria
The Israeli military said its jets have struck a series of Iranian military targets in Syria.
Israeli student killed in Melbourne street while on phone to sister
Australian police are looking for at least one attacker who killed an Israeli woman as she was walking on a city street speaking to her sister on the phone.
McJesus artwork sparks outrage among Israel’s Christians
An art exhibit in Israel featuring a crucified Ronald McDonald has sparked protests by the country’s Arab Christian minority.
Palestinian gets 18-year jail term for killing British student
A Palestinian man has been jailed for 18 years for stabbing a British student to death in Israel.
Ex-Israeli minister gets 11-year jail term after spying for Iran
A former Israeli government minister charged with spying for Iran is to serve 11 years in jail as part of a plea bargain with authorities.
Playtech to pay £25m to Israeli authorities
Playtech has agreed to pay Israeli tax authorities 28 million euros (£25 million) following an audit that probed 10 years of accounts.
Tributes to Israeli author Amos Oz after death aged 79
Tributes have been paid to Israeli author Amos Oz after his death from cancer at the age of 79.
Israeli parliament clears way for elections on April 9
The Israeli parliament has voted to dissolve the current legislature and scheduled new elections for April 9.
Two Israeli soldiers killed in gun attack near West Bank settlement
Two Israeli soldiers have been killed in a gun attack near a West Bank settlement.
Israel launches operation to thwart Hezbollah border tunnels
The Israeli military has launched an operation meant to “expose and thwart” tunnels built by the Hezbollah militant group and stretching from Lebanon into northern Israel.
George R Mitchell: I spy with my little eye…
I was part of an official foreign press tour of the Jewish communities on the Israeli side of the Gaza Strip.
Police recommend indicting Israeli PM Netanyahu in corruption case
Israeli police have recommended indicting Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on bribery charges related to a corruption case involving Israel’s telecom giant.
Relive Scotland’s best moments from their UEFA Nations League win over Israel
Scotland secured their spot in the UEFA Nations League Semi-finals thanks to a James Forrest hat-trick.
Scots close in on Euros after Hampden heroics
James Forrest’s hat-trick saw Scotland progress to the Euro 2020 play-offs in style, securing the 3-2 victory over Israel required to top their UEFA Nations League section.
James Forrest hat-trick gives Scotland victory over Israel and seals European Championship play-off spot
James Forrest’s sensational treble booked Scotland’s place in the European Championship play-offs as their 3-2 win over Israel saw them win their Nations League group.
Alex McLeish hints at same Scotland side for Israel match
Scotland manager Alex McLeish is likely to stick with the team that defeated Albania when his side hosts Israel in the UEFA Nations League tonight.
Israel can rewrite history books says head coach Herzog
Israel head coach Andi Herzog is determined to defy history by avoiding defeat against Scotland tonight to claim top spot in their UEFA Nations League section.
National team boss Alex McLeish lauds resilience of Scotland players
Strong characters are formed from adversity and Scotland manager Alex McLeish feels his players have shown impressive resilience ahead of tonight’s decisive UEFA Nations League match against Israel.
Beat the Monday blues and relive Scotland’s 4-0 win over Albania
'Make Monday great again' by looking back at Scotland's dominate UEFA Nations League win over Albania.
George R Mitchell: Entry to Gaza denied
Governed by Hamas, whose long-held aim is the destruction of Israel, the Gaza Strip is home to almost two million people. It has been under severe blockade by Israel for more than 10 years.
Sorry Scots outplayed, outgunned and outclassed
Scotland should count their blessings as they leave the Holy Land because this defeat could have been so much worse.
Israeli court orders New Zealand women to pay damages over axed Lorde show
Two New Zealand women have been ordered to pay more than $12,000 (£9,000) in damages for allegedly helping persuade the pop singer Lorde to cancel a performance in Israel.
Here is what happened the first time Scotland met Israel
Scotland look to extend their unbeaten run against Israel in the UEFA Nations League tonight.
O’Donnell wary of Forrest competition for Scots’ wide berth
Stephen O’Donnell’s long-held admiration for James Forrest is such he will bear no grudge if he pips him to Scotland’s right wing-back position for tomorrow’s UEFA Nations League match against Israel.
No time for Scots to relax if they win Nations League group, says McFadden
Scotland coach James McFadden insists the job of reaching EURO 2020 will be far from done if Alex McLeish’s men can win their UEFA Nations League group.
Mulgrew determined to prolong Scots career
Scotland defender Charlie Mulgrew insists the idea of opting out of international duty is one he has never considered.
Heroic McGinn can still be a dangerous Villan
Scotland midfielder John McGinn views the double-header against Israel and Portugal as ideal respite from the ongoing problems at his club Aston Villa.
Omer Meir Wellber takes up baton as BBC Philharmonic’s chief conductor
Omer Meir Wellber has been made chief conductor of the BBC Philharmonic orchestra.
BBC opens public song submissions for Eurovision 2019
The search for the UK’s entry for next year’s Eurovision Song Contest in Israel has begun with an official panel now ready to consider songs submitted by the public.
Tel Aviv chosen to host Eurovision Song Contest
The Eurovision Song Contest will be held in Tel Aviv next year, organisers have announced.