Israel

UEFA Announces Israel as U-19 Championship Host In a milestone achievement for Israeli football, the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) has announced that Israel will be hosting the prestigious European Championship for players under 19 in 2027. This will be a historic first for the country in hosting this particular tournament, despite having been the venue for the Under-21 competition back in 2013. The chairman of the Israel Football Association, Oren Hasson, expressed considerable excitement and gratitude for this opportunity. He attributed this significant achievement to the immense love for football among the Israeli public. Hasson highlighted the role of Israeli crowds, known for attending games in large numbers, in securing the hosting rights. Their passionate support for the national team and the indelible experiences they create for all participants played a crucial part in this success. Hasson p...

Amidst the increasing tension on the Gaza border, Israel has communicated a stern message to Hamas via United Nations envoy, Tor Wennesland. Israel has stated that it will reopen the Erez Crossing only when the violent protests near the border and the launching of incendiary balloons cease. This stand has tied the economic and civil evolution in Gaza to the stability of Israel's security. However, there are currently no plans to enhance the situation in Gaza from Israel's end, which Gaza perceives as an Israeli interest. Economic Pressure on Gaza The Erez Crossing, a significant economic lifeline for Gaza, was shut down last week following border riots. This closure has exerted substantial economic strain on Gaza. On an everyday basis, the shutdown bars access to their jobs in Israel for 18,500 Gazan workers, causing Gaza to suffer an economic loss of over $2.6 million per day. This amount is almost equivalent to the monthly...