Mediterranean Sea

Israeli, Greek, Cypriot, US gov't officials gather in Knesset as Turkish threat rises

The meeting, held in cooperation with the Middle East Forum, discussed several regional developments and urged greater cooperation against the Turkish threat.

MKs Alon Schuster and Ohad Tal, Middle East Forum’s Alex Selsky and Greg Roman, INSS senior reaserch fellow Galia Lindenstrauss, entrepreneur Yehonatan Adiri, security expert Yossi Kuperwasser, and strategic advisor Liane Polak-David host “The 3+1 Framework” security meeting on February 10, 2026.
Divers carrying amphorae from the fourth century AD Roman shipwreck discovered off the coast of Gallipoli, southern Italy in June 2025.

Authorities reveal discovery of fourth century Roman shipwreck off Italy’s southern coast

An aerial view of the Kinneret. To the casual observer, the lake, also known as the Sea of Galilee, appears to be a rare environmental success story in an era of climate uncertainty.

Kinneret remains below red line despite above average rainfall this winter

A MEDITERRANEAN view from the roof top bar of NYX Limassol.

How Cyprus quietly became Israel’s favorite island escape across the Mediterranean


An endangered seal became a celebrity on Israeli beach for 5 days, locals want her back

A rare 6-foot species of seal weighing hundreds of pounds who has traveled the eastern Mediterranean — waded into the water and swam away.

 A Mediterranean monk seal spotted on Israeli shores for the first time ever.

What will climate change do to the Mediterranean in the 21st century? - study

Increased salt input from the Mediterranean during the Younger Dryas was key to reactivating the Atlantic circulation that led to rapid warming in Europe.

 A UB-led study reconstructs the changes in the Mediterranean during the most intense climate change of the last 13,000 years

First sea turtle nest of the season spotted in Acre

Sea turtle nesting season begins around this time every year on Israel's Mediterranean coast and lasts until September.

 Sea turtle eggs, May 2023

Could road to Middle East peace run through Mediterranean Sea?

Gidon Bromberg explains how 30 years after he started EcoPeace, the organization is charting the course for a sustainable future in the region.

 Gidon Bromberg at the Waterkeeper Event in New York for the UN Water Conference, 2023

New approaches: Resolving energy-related conflicts in the Mediterranean - opinion

Energy can play a positive game-changing role in efforts to advance peace, regional cooperation and inclusivity in the Mediterranean.

 THEN-ENERGY Ministry director general Lior Schillat (center) and his delegation pose at a news conference on the Israel-Lebanon border following the signing of the maritime border deal

Israel, Cyprus and Greece's alliance is important against Iran - editorial

In the coming years we expect to see more partnerships with Greece and Cyprus.

 Defense Minister Yoav Gallant meets with Greek defense officials, May 2023

Ancient underwater temple found off coast of Naples - report

The Nabatean temple was dedicated to the god Dushara and is believed to date back to a time when Nabataean people lived in the Phlegrean Peninsula.

 Illustrative image of an underwater temple.

Sailing from Israel to Cyprus and back: A unique experience

There is something natural and ancient about using the wind, knowing you can go onto the water and go where you want.

 LEAVING ISRAEL behind, having just set sail from Tel Aviv Marina.

Planning your Independence Day? Here are some tips to stay safe during the holiday

If there are any emergencies happening, immediately call the EMS on the emergency number 101.

 Magen David Adom presents the complete guide for safety and caution on Independence Day.

First ever human depiction of lost Tartessos civilization uncovered in Spain

The Casas del Turuñuelo site is the best-preserved building on land in the western Mediterranean to date.

 Figured reliefs found at the Casas del Turuñuelo site (Badajoz)