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Herzog says he will recommend Israelis who aided in flydubai attack for medal for civilian heroism

Herzog spoke with Yaniv Hayoun, Dr. Shota Musayev, Tzvika Mans, and Asaf Rejwan, who took part in the response to the violent incident aboard flydubai flight FZ1073 on Wednesday.

Israel is set to ramp up security checks on pilots flying into the country, a spokesperson for the prime minister's office said, after it said a co-pilot on a flydubai flight to Tel Aviv had stabbed the pilot and attempted to crash the plane.  The dramatic incident was only defused after passengers
President Herzog at the Presidential Medal of Honor ceremony, on Sunday, September 6.

Herzog awards Israeli Presidential Medal of Honor to 11 distinguished figures

 Illustrative image of robots.

Israeli’s computer science olympiad gold medal revoked after displaying flag at awards ceremony

GASHAU AYALE celebrates while draped in the Israeli flag after winning the bronze medal in the marathon and helping Israel capture the European men’s team title.

A golden run, a bronze finish, and another proud day for Israeli long distancers


Nimrod Ryeder wins jiu-jitsu gold for Israel at World Games

Ryeder delivered a flawless tournament to retain the title he won at the 2022 World Games in Birmingham. A multiple-time European and world champion, Ryeder continues to dominate.

GOLD MEDALIST Nimrod Ryeder of Israel celebrates on the podium after winning the jiu-jitsu Men's -77kg Ne-Waza Finals at the World Games in Chengdu, China.

Israel's science teams conclude olympiad season with record 26 medals

The Education Ministry and the Maimonides Fund's Future Scientists Center proudly announced the final tally as the last three teams of the season returned.

Israel's science teams conclude olympiad season with record 26 medals

Israel grabs Invictus Games gold, bronze

Them Israel's 20 athletes, who have sustained injuries during IDF service, are set to compete in various disciplines, including swimming, cycling, archery, table tennis, and indoor rowing.

 Britain’s Prince Harry and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex attend the Whistler Welcome Celebration during the Invictus Games in Whistler, British Columbia, Canada February 10, 2025.

Holocaust survivor to return German award over far-right role in parliamentary vote

The AfD, which is under state surveillance on suspicion of being right-wing extremist, has come under fire in the past for criticizing Germany's culture of remembrance around the Holocaust.

 Maximilian Krah, Alternative for Germany (AfD) party member and member of the European Parliament of the Identity and Democracy (ID) group, speaks during the European election assembly 2023 of the Alternative for Germany (AfD) in Magdeburg, Germany, July 29, 2023.

Herzog to bestow prestigious medal on leaders aiding Israel and Jewish communities

Some have invested heavily in Israeli business enterprises and are also generous supporters of Israeli academic, medical, security, and cultural organizations, institutions, and projects.

 PRESIDENT ISAAC Herzog hosts the Presidential Medal of Honor Award Ceremony at the President’s Residence in Jerusalem, last week.

Israeli swimmer Ami Dadaon wins Paralympic bronze, his 4th Paris medal and Israel’s 10th

Israeli swimmer Ami Dadaon won bronze in the men’s 50-meter freestyle S4 at the 2024 Paris Paralympics, earning his fourth medal.

Israeli swimmer Ami Dadaon on the forefront of  Gold medalist Roman Zhdanov of the Russian Paralympic Committee celebrates on the podium next to silver medalist Ami Omer Dadaon of Israel and bronze medalist Takayuki Suzuki of Japan (illustrative)

Israelis desperately needed something to celebrate, and our Olympians gave us just that - editorial

Maybe it’s serendipity, or maybe it’s a much-needed act of mercy, but the fact that the Summer Olympics have been taking place during this time of anxiety and uncertainty has been a “godsend.”

 Paris 2024 Olympics - Rhythmic Gymnastics - Group All-Around Final - Porte de La Chapelle Arena, Paris, France - August 10, 2024. Team Israel celebrate winning silver.

US Olympic gold medalist Amit Elor confronts antisemitism after historic victory

Following her historic gold medal win, US wrestler Amit Elor speaks out against antisemitism, sharing her personal struggle and triumph in the face of hate.

 Amit Elor celebrates during the bronze medal match of the Wrestling Senior World Championships, Sept. 21, 2023, in Belgrade, Serbia.

Israeli athletes impress and strive for medals as Paris Olympics nears final stretch

As the Paris Olympics approach their final days, Israeli athletes display exciting performances that merit a place on the podium.

Daria Atamanov of Israel in action. August 8, 2024.

In times of war, Israel's Olympic glory carries deeper meaning - analysis

Peter Paltchik's Olympic bronze was more than a victory; it was a poignant tribute to his coach's fallen son and a symbol of national unity amid conflict.

 Peter Paltchik (inset) had gotten Israel on the Paris medal board earlier with a bronze in the -100kg category.