Mediterranean Sea

Climate cooperation as a cornerstone for peace

Shared environmental needs could succeed in creating stability in the Middle East, experts say

JANUARY 27, 2026|BySTEPHANIE L. FREID

An aerial view of the Jordan River flowing along the border between Israel and Jordan. Environmental experts are pushing for a plan that could build environmentally sustainable interdependence among countries in the region.

Migrants onboard a rubber boat wave and gesture as they wait to be rescued by crew members of the "Ocean Viking" rescue ship in the search-and-rescue zone off the international waters of Libya, on January 16, 2026.

Hundreds feared missing or dead trying to cross Mediterranean Sea, says UN migration agency

"The final toll may be significantly higher, a stark reminder that this route remains the deadliest migration corridor in the world," the UN migration agency stated.

JANUARY 27, 2026|ByREUTERS

Defense Minister Israel Katz and his Greek counterpart Nikos Dendias inspect the honour guard, prior to their meeting in Athens Greece, January 20, 2026

Iran, Turkey must forget 'dreams of empires,' Israel Katz warns at summit with Greek counterpart

Jerusalem is on high alert for a variety of imminent threat scenarios, the defense minister stressed, in a clear reference to the stand-off with Iran.

JANUARY 20, 2026|ByYONAH JEREMY BOB

View of floods in the central city of Yavne, as storm "Byron" hits Israel. December 11, 2025.

Israel braces for storm with wind gusts up to 110 km/h, red alert in Center, Northern Israel

The storm, described as unusually strong, is expected to bring westerly winds of around 50 km/h, with gusts up to 110 km/h along the coastal plain.

JANUARY 12, 2026|ByPESACH BENSON/TPS

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.

MAY 6, 2023ByNIMROD GOREN, CAMILLE LIMON, AHMET SOZEN

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.

MAY 5, 2023ByJPOST EDITORIAL

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.

APRIL 30, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

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.

APRIL 28, 2023BySETH J. FRANTZMAN

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.

APRIL 24, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

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.

APRIL 23, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

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

Over 400 migrants died crossing Mediterranean early in 2023 - UN agency

Thousands of mostly African migrants embark on the dangerous journey from the shores of Libya and Egypt, often in small, inflatable boats, in search of a better life in Europe.

APRIL 12, 2023ByREUTERS