Europe
Antisemitism in Czech Republic surges over 400% since 2020, European human rights report finds
Antisemitic incidents in Czechia surged from 874 in 2020 to 4,694 in 2024, with a European human rights report highlighting escalating hatred following October 7.
Israel elections: Can Europe respect the result without endorsing its policies? - opinion
At least 68 dead after two high-speed trains collide in Spain, causing derailment of two wagons
'If we burn, you burn with us!': Why a Gen Z youth wave of protest is sweeping Europe - analysis
Israeli embassy temporarily closed as Albanian protesters clash with police in Tirana
Demonstrations over corruption and a lack of jobs have begun spreading throughout Albania, with protesters smashing windows, setting alight government buildings, and clashing with police.
Pro-Palestinian protesters demand cancellation of Israeli dance performance at Madrid theater
The theater's director, Ruperto Merino, rejected demands to cancel the performances, saying decisions about the artistic program were based on professional, not political, considerations.
Defense firm Elbit Systems expands operations in Europe with new Swedish facility
Elbit Systems' new Swedish facility aims to expand its European presence, strengthen local manufacturing, shorten delivery times, and improve support for defense customers.
Europe distinguishes Iranians from Iran. Why not Israelis from Israel? - opinion
The Israeli government becomes Israel. Israel becomes its institutions. Its institutions become its citizens. Why can't Europe differentiate them?
Albanian Education Ministry set ablaze during anti-corruption student riot as protests spread
This has been the most violent outburst of anti-corruption protests, which started in May and have posed a growing challenge to Prime Minister Edi Rama's government.
Dublin hotel cancels 70 rooms booked for antisemitism conference delegates
Maurice Cohen said hotel management canceled after questioning whether the gathering was connected to the Israel Defense Forces, despite it being a civilian conference.
Hackers heat French supermarket fridges, sparking fires, spoiling food
Les Mousquetaires, owner of retailer Intermarché, said fridges at around 150 of its stores were heated to 50 degrees Celsius overnight for six hours.
Not Europe or skiing: Israelis prefer Asia this winter
21% of winter bookings are to Asia, Japan doubling. Tbilisi fares fell 22%, Hanukkah trips surged 2.7-fold but are shorter. Why aren't Asia fares falling?
EU establishes new support mission in Lebanon, advisory to military forces
The mission "will advise and assist the Lebanese Armed Forces and Internal Security Forces to strengthen territorial control, border security, and internal security."
FAA warns US airlines to exercise caution in Saudi Arabia flights
As Houthis target Saudi Arabia's airports, foreign aviation services and embassies warn airlines and travelers to exercise caution in Saudi Arabia.