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El Al to launch new Europe, Asia routes in first expansion since October 7
"The new routes will provide an optimal solution for business travelers," according to the company, "and will strengthen economic ties between Israel and Asia.”
US athlete Lindsey Vonn crashes in Olympic downhill skiing
Elephant bone found at Spanish archaeological site may have marched on Rome with Hannibal - study
Olympic torch carried by leading ballet dancer arrives in Milan to cheers, protests
Israel’s Olympic delegation embrace winter challenge
In Milano Cortina, Israel’s winter athletes will aim to leave a lasting impression – one run, skate, and slide at a time with nine Olympians and one Paralympian competing.
Italian Senate advances bill to codify IHRA definition, ban antisemitic rallies
Italy’s Senate approved the base text of a bill that would allow bans on antisemitic rallies and codify the IHRA definition into law, sparking debate over free speech and protest.
Over half of Europeans believe antisemitism is a problem in their country - poll
The Eurobarometer survey was published on International Holocaust Remembrance Day, asking each country in the European Union on their levels of perceived antisemitism.
Italian rapper Ghali’s planned Winter Olympics set draws backlash over his Gaza advocacy
This year, nine Israelis will compete, including the national bobsled team for the first time.
US to send ICE agents to support security at Winter Olympics, stirring anger in Italy
The left-leaning mayor of Milan, one of the cities co-hosting the Olympics, called ICE "a militia that kills."
Italy's FM demands EU include IRGC in terror group list in response to Iran's protests crackdown
"The losses suffered by the civilian population during the protests demand a clear response," Italian FM Antonio Tajani wrote on X.
Two Italian policemen in West Bank held up by settler, forced to kneel at gunpoint
The two military policemen were stopped on Sunday by an armed Israeli while they were carrying out a site inspection ahead of a planned visit by EU ambassadors to a village near Ramallah.
Italian broadcast reps. urge inclusion of Palestine in Eurovision
Only countries with a public broadcaster that is a member of the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) participate in Eurovision, and Palestine does not have a public broadcaster.
Ancient Roman tombs, shrine to Hercules discovered in Rome suburb dig
While the tombs and the shrine were found within the modern city's boundaries, they would have been situated outside the ancient walls of Rome.
Trump invites Italy to join Gaza ISF as founding member, would not require boots on ground - report
The move comes as the Trump administration seeks to bolster the credibility of its Gaza initiative after delays and difficulties in securing troop contributions, Bloomberg said.
