Croatia
Zagreb to Opatija: Discovering Croatia’s northern Adriatic treasures
Northern Croatia remains one of Europe’s underrated treasures, with Opatija offering an elegant gateway to the Adriatic and Istria.
Croatia wildfire forces hundreds to evacuate, 36 confirmed injured, seven critically
Byzantine gold artifacts help archaeologists uncover past of ship wrecked off Croatian coast
Loss to Croatia caps miserable qualifying window for Israel
Israeli men fall to Germany, U20 women edge Croatia
Madar led Israel with 31 points, Carrington added 21, and Ginat chipped in with 16. Dennis Schroder paced Germany with 21 points, while Christian Sengfelder scored 16 and Kay Bruhnke added 15.
Israir flight diverts to Croatia after being refused landing permission in Slovenia
The decision was reportedly made by Slovenian authorities, who the company claims were politically motivated in their decision.
Rare, intact ancient Roman burial unearthed during excavations in eastern Croatia - report
Previously, a total of 44 other Roman graves were discovered during excavations for the project, however the most recent find is the first to be fully undisturbed.
Croatian president not approving Israel’s proposed ambassador due to ‘policies of Israeli gov’t’
The official statement came after Israeli media reported that Croatian President Zoran Milanovic has been refusing for seven months to approve the appointment of Israel’s ambassador to the country.
Croatian police find bodies of four migrants near Slovene border, aid 15 others
The police determined that the migrants were taken in a cargo vehicle by an unknown driver and left at the Slovenian border after having been subject to "inhumane conditions" during the drive.
El Al to launch new Europe, Asia routes in first expansion since October 7
"The new routes will provide an optimal solution for business travelers," according to the company, "and will strengthen economic ties between Israel and Asia.”
Israel struggles in World Cup qualifiers, faces 'uphill battle' after disastrous opening window
Playing the “home” game in Riga is obviously not ideal for Israel, but the squad has faced this challenge since the outbreak of the war in October 2023.
Israel opens World Cup qualifying campaign with tough tests vs. Germany, Croatia
“We are about to launch the next campaign that is very significant for Israeli basketball and for all of us,” noted Beit Halachmi. “It’s a very big challenge, but also a huge opportunity."
Crossroads to comeback: Croatia’s Osijek leads minor Balkan Jewish cultural revival
DIASPORA AFFAIRS: This past month the Jewish community in Osijek hosted a whole slew of Jewish cultural activities for both the local Jewish and non-Jewish population.
2,000-year-old Roman cargo ship with olive and fruit remains found in Croatia's Barbir Bay
The 12.5 meter wreck, excavated over four years, will be digitally mapped with photogrammetry before being reburied in the sand that protected it for two millennia.
