Since Oct. 7, increasing numbers of Israelis have packed up and moved to Greece – some for good. But hostile graffiti, anger over the war in Gaza and a feeling of alienation have cast a pall over their lives. A Haaretz reporter set out to explore the encounter between locals, Greek Jews and the new arrivals
Israel aims to bounce back with tough, smart defense after struggling against top players as they face a historic challenge, not having beaten Greece in 32 years
Pictures shared on social media showed beaches, ports, and cultural sites flooded with activists rallying against Greece's relations with Israel and the presence of Israeli tourists.
The Israeli Foreign Ministry recommended Israelis living in and traveling to Greece stay away from protests, avoid public debates, and take other measures to hide their nationality in anticipation of pro-Palestinian protests across the country
The mayor of the Greek capital slammed the Israeli ambassador, who said the mayor isn't doing enough to protect the city from 'organized fringe groups,' making Israeli tourists uncomfortable. Greece is traditionally considered a close ally of Israel
Greece is keen to invest in its defenses to keep up with its NATO ally and historic rival Turkey, which is also developing its own air defenses, despite some improvement in relations.
Israeli Transportation Minister Miri Regev's private visit to Greece comes after she sparked outrage in February for traveling to India and Sri Lanka for a vacation totaling some $120,000