FIFA World Cup
Voices from the Arab press: The Red Sea, redrawing the war map
A weekly selection of opinions and analyses from the Arab media around the world.
UEFA boycotts World Cup over FIFA plan to sell tournament stakes to investors
Antisemitism in UK soccer jumps 43% as total discrimination reports hit record high
When Arabs lose in the World Cup, the Jew is summoned as the hidden hand - opinion
Health Ministry investigates suspected Ebola case after traveler develops symptoms
Israel’s Health Ministry is investigating a suspected Ebola case after a traveler returning from the Democratic Republic of Congo developed fever and headache.
At the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Israeli security firms play defense against drone, cyber threats
CYBER AFFAIRS: One cybersecurity company, KELA Group, referred to the World Cup, which is ongoing in the US, Mexico, and Canada, as the “largest digital battlefield in history.”
Why during the World Cup do more heart attacks occur? Cardiologist explains and warns
An Israeli cardiologist shares that he treated several fans who suffered a myocardial infarction during matches, and explains how emotional stress affects the cardiovascular system.
Soccer fans flock to Mexico City cathedral to pray to 'Soccer baby Jesus' for World Cup victory
Fans from Argentina, Colombia, Spain, Mexico, and other countries posed in front of the figure for photos or to ask for victory for their national teams.
IDF soldier killed in Hezbollah IED explosion, Iran-US deal tensions continue
The Jerusalem Post's must-listen news roundup with Shifra Jacobs—the top stories, clear and concise.
Hind Rajab Foundation demands US arrests dual citizen IDF veteran at World Cup match
The Hind Rajab Foundation, whose director is affiliated with Hezbollah, filed a criminal complaint against a veteran while he was in Sri Lanka on vacation.
Israeli flag removed at World Cup match as Palestinian flags remain
An Israeli flag was reportedly removed from a fan at a World Cup match between Iran and New Zealand, while nearby Palestinian flags were left in place, Hebrew media reported.
Iranian football player's US visa expired after one World Cup game, Iran Football Federation says
The Iran Football Federation assured it was taking action to obtain a new visa for the team's winger, Mehdi Torabi, after his visa expired following a match against New Zealand in Los Angeles.
How not to reach 2,000 calories during an evening of watching the World Cup
Many days of football are ahead of us, and that means many hours of late–night television – and yes, also a lot of snacking. We have prepared a list for you that will help you not to overdo it.
Iran secures a 2-2 draw against New Zealand amid protests at an intense World Cup encounter
A goal was celebrated by some fans critical of the Iranian government, many of whom carried Iran's pre-revolutionary Lion and Sun flag. Some also booed Iran's national anthem before kickoff.