Young Israeli and Arab soccer players from different religions joined together for an electrifying soccer event at the Jaffa Gate just outside Israel’s Old City.
For years, Israeli athletes have faced boycotts, snubs and logistical hurdles related to sporting events hosted by Arab and Muslim countries. Finally, the IJF put its foot down.
The Palestinian Olympic Committee harshly criticized the UAE and Bahrain for taking part in the opening of the Giro d’Italia cycling competition in Israel.
Seinfeld returned to Israel; January sees the first edition of African Film Festival in Tel Aviv; World champion Israeli boxer wins gold medal, and much more.