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The Balkans' Iron Wall: The untold story of Serb resilience, media bias, the Jewish bond - opinion
The geopolitical history of the Balkan Peninsula, and Serbia in particular, has been defined by its strategic role as a ruthless frontier against invading forces.
The West’s illusions about Erdogan’s denialism was outrageous. The reaction to it was revealing
The war against the Jewish state began long before Israel was established - opinion
Turkey’s neo-Ottoman ambitions: Erdogan, Hamas, and threats to Israel - opinion
Archaeological excavation in Migdal, Ashkelon reveals Black Gaza Ware, remains from Roman to Ottoma
"What makes this excavation particularly interesting is that we can trace the continuous development of urban life in this area from ancient times to the modern era."
We need truth, not narratives, now more than ever - opinion
"Palestine" was a poor backwater of little significance; Jerusalem was an old, decrepit city that no one (except Jews) cared very much about. There was no call for a "Palestinian State."
Last Mamluk sultan's helmet showcased at Diyarbakır museum
The leather helmet, decorated with bronze and Quranic verses, was a gift from sultan al-Ghuri to Diyarbakır.
Excavation in Assos uncovers early Ottoman bathhouse with underfloor heating
“This bathhouse is significant because it is an example that allows a very good understanding of all these technical issues such as underfloor heating systems, and the use of water."
Istanbul is seeing a revival of Hammam culture
Many hammams are being restored to revive this age-old practice, becoming favorites among both tourists and locals.
366-year-old castle bath built by Ottoman grand vizier uncovered in excavation
Köprülü Mehmed Pasha recaptured Bozcaada from the Venetians in 1658 after a one-year occupation.
It's time for Israel to get off zero and embrace Bitcoin - opinion
By embracing this digital currency, we can protect our economic future, enhance our financial independence, and ensure that we are not left behind in the global shift towards a new standard of money.
Commemorating ‘Sayfo’: The untold genocide of the Aramean Christians
“In my view, we must cultivate and strengthen our community’s sense of collective identity not to seclude ourselves, but to fit in and take part in our societies,” says Khalloul, Aramean activist.
1918: Returning Torah scrolls to Tel Aviv, Jaffa after WWI
The return of the Jews to their homes and religious sanctuaries after the exile forced upon them by the Turkish governor during World War I.
Grapevine August 24, 2023: Remembering Shimon Peres
Movers and shakers in Israeli society.