Czech Republic

Czech Embassy says diplomat killed in a traffic accident in Jerusalem, driver has been detained

The Czech Embassy issued a statement of mourning, describing Schneiderova as a valued friend and colleague, and an outstanding diplomat.

|ByAMIT AVITAN, JERUSALEM POST STAFF
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic Petr Macinka and Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar hold a joint press conference in Tel Aviv, Israel, July 14, 2026.
Dutch police in riot gear stand next to demonstrators including some with the Prince's Flag during a far-right rally named 'We Are The People' at the Malieveld in The Hague on September 19, 2026. (illistrative)

Antisemitism in Czech Republic surges over 400% since 2020, European human rights report finds

Antisemitic incidents in Czechia surged from 874 in 2020 to 4,694 in 2024, with a European human rights report highlighting escalating hatred following October 7.

|ByALEX CARSON
THE ELEGANT Hotel Elbresidenz in Bad Schandau, located in the heart of Saxon Switzerland.

Northern Czechia travel guide: Rock cities, forest trails, and Saxon Switzerland

TALY’S TRAVEL: Exploring northern Czechia and Germany’s Saxon Switzerland region.

|ByTALY SHARON
Czech Republic's Prime Minister Andrej Babis takes part in the leaders panel on the opening day of Bled Strategic Forum in Bled, Slovenia, August 31, 2026.

Czech Republic would be ready to respond if Russia attacks Baltic countries, Czech PM Babis says

Babis, whose government includes a pro-Russian party, has halted Czech contributions to military aid to Ukraine and also opted out of EU and NATO financing and military aid pledges for Kyiv.

|ByREUTERS

Czech President: Israel can rely on us in battling Hamas

JANUARY 15, 2024ByGREER FAY CASHMAN
President Herzog with his Czech counterpart, Petr Pavel in Jerusalem. January 15, 2024.

14 dead, 24 injured in Czech capital university shooting

Police said the father of the shooter - a student at the faculty - was found dead earlier on Thursday.

DECEMBER 21, 2023ByDANIELLE GREYMAN-KENNARD, REUTERS
A police officer secures the area following the shooting at one of the buildings of Charles University in Prague, Czech Republic, December 21, 2023.

Czech, Taiwanese kids send messages of support to Israel

A Jerusalem exhibit under the auspices of the embassies of Taiwan and the Czech Republic, features supportive paintings and drawings by children aged five to 12 from both countries

NOVEMBER 25, 2023ByBARRY DAVIS
TAIWANESE SCHOOLCHILDREN draw on biblical references to show their support for Israel.

Czech MPs seek global recognition for Jerusalem as Israel's capital

"At this time, Israel should feel the power of international solidarity in practical actions," said Israel Allies Foundation (IAF) Czech Republic Country Director Karel Sedláček.

NOVEMBER 21, 2023ByMAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMAN
The building that houses the Czech Senate.

Czech DM calls to exit UN for supporting Hamas, warns Holocaust is back

The Czech Republic's defense minister's move to call to leave the UN came after a resolution called on Israel to leave Gaza without condemning Hamas.

OCTOBER 29, 2023ByTOVAH LAZAROFF, JERUSALEM POST STAFF
The results of a vote to adopt a draft resolution are shown on a display during an emergency special session of the UN General Assembly on the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, at UN headquarters in New York City, US, October 27, 2023

Israel basketball moves in on Olympic pre-qualification

With victories over N. Macedonia and Czechs, Israel is close to advancing in Olympic qualification.

AUGUST 15, 2023ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN
ISRAEL’S ROMAN SORKIN has played a key role in both blue-and-white wins – over North Macedonia and the Czechs – at the Olympic Pre-Qualifying Tournament.

Israeli sprinters score a double victory in major cycling events

Two Israeli sprinters scored groundbreaking victories in two major international cycling events on Thursday.

AUGUST 2, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Israeli Champion Itamar einhorn winning in Ttge Czech tour.

5 lessons for Israel from the Czech struggle for democracy - opinion

If we learn lessons from the Czech case, it becomes clear that Israeli civil society must emphasize the righteousness of its cause beyond the borders of Tel Aviv.

MAY 8, 2023ByREEF ITZHAKI, AZRIEL BERMANT
FORMER CZECH prime minister Andrej Babis: Czech civil society conducted a determined and successful campaign against democratic backsliding.

'Rossini Cards': A visit to Israel from the Czech Republic - review

There was much to enjoy watching Rossini Cards and it could have been even better without the chatterbox comedian chatting in contrived fashion.

MAY 8, 2023ByORA BRAFMAN
THE OSTRAVA BALLET

Grapevine May 3, 2023: A different aspect of Liverpool

The coronation of King Charles and his Queen Consort Camilla is providing plenty of fodder for media outlets in Britain and around the world.

MAY 7, 2023ByGREER FAY CASHMAN
RUTH BONDY is congratulated by Amos Horev, president of the Technion-Israel Institute of Technology, in 1974, on her winning the Yitzhak Sadeh Prize for the book ‘The Emissary: The Life of Enzo Sereni.’