Haifa U researcher documents longest journey of sperm whale in Mediterranean Dr. Aviad Scheinin led an international team that documented a young sperm whale’s journey spanning approximately 1,740 miles from west to east. Aug. 27, 2024
South African Jews criticize Ramaphosa’s ‘river to the sea’ chant The South Africa Jewish Board of Deputies expressed its "revulsion" at "the introduction of a call to exterminate Jews" by the South African president. May 28, 2024
Assuring deterrence in the Mediterranean So, what will happen now that USS Eisenhower is headed back to the United States? Should we be worried about a spillover of violence in the Middle East to the Mediterranean theater? James Foggo May 16, 2024
Epidemic endangers Eilat reef The parasite is also wreaking damage in neighboring countries. May 24, 2023
In first, rare seal makes landfall on Israel’s shore: Watch A member of an endangered species, the seal is protected by Nature and Park Authority volunteers until it decides to return to sea. Eran Itzkovitch May 14, 2023
4.4 magnitude earthquake off Lebanese coast rattles Israel There were no reports of injuries or damage in the Jewish state. Feb. 22, 2023
The implications of Russia’s new maritime doctrine for Israel Russia intends to expand its footprint in the Mediterranean and the Middle East. Israel must tread carefully in response. Daniel Rakov Sept. 20, 2022
Biden’s tilt towards Iran involves more than nuclear talks A weak deal with Tehran will likely wait until after the midterms; at the same time, the administration’s push for a gas pact with Hezbollah-controlled Lebanon illustrates its misguided Mideast strategy. Jonathan S. Tobin Sept. 13, 2022
Deep-sea wonderland in Israel is declared a Hope Spot The Palmahim Slide off the Tel Aviv coast houses rare creatures in a delicate, rich habitat of coral gardens, methane seeps and brine pools. Abigail Klein Leichman July 28, 2022