After mini roadblock negotiations aimed at reviving the 2015 nuclear deal. Representatives from Iran, UK, France, Germany, China, Russia gathered in Vienna to discuss the unlikely salvaging of the nuclear pact.

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To keep a check on the spread of Omicron variant of coronavirus in the country, Israel has extended its tough travel restrictions for 10 days. It has imposed entry ban on all foreign nationals. &nbsp;&nbsp;

The restrictions, which have been imposed on passengers arriving at Israel's Ben-Gurion International Airport, will continue to be in place till at least December 22. &nbsp;

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The directive was given in a statement issued by Israel's Prime Minister Neftali Bennett and Health Minister Nitzan Horowitz on Thursday night. &nbsp;&nbsp;

In the current measures in place, Israelis, who are returning, must self-quarantine until they get a confirmed negative coronavirus PCR test result. &nbsp;

And the people, who are arriving from high-risk countries, need to isolate at a state-governed quarantine hotel until a negative PCR test result comes. &nbsp;

In coming days, additional restrictions and incentives for Covid vaccination may also be imposed, the statement added. &nbsp;

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Till now, at least 21 cases of the highly mutated Omicron coronavirus variant, which first detected in southern Africa, have been found in Israel. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Israel had earlier declared a 10-day quarantine for those hit by the Omicron variant, however, the number of days has been increased to 14 days. &nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

To keep a check on the spread of Omicron variant of coronavirus in the country, Israel has extended its tough travel restrictions for 10 days. It has imposed entry ban on all foreign nationals.

To keep a check on the spread of Omicron variant of coronavirus in the country, Israel has extended its tough travel restrictions for 10 days. It has imposed entry ban on all foreign nationals. The restrictions, which have been imposed on passengers arriving at Israel's Ben-Gurion International Airport, will continue to be in place till at least December 22. Also Read: Two people, who had taken booster shots test positive for Omicron, in Singapore The directive was given in a statement issued by Israel's Prime Minister Neftali Bennett and Health Minister Nitzan Horowitz on Thursday night. In the current measures in place, Israelis, who are returning, must self-quarantine until they get a confirmed negative coronavirus PCR test result. And the people, who are arriving from high-risk countries, need to isolate at a state-governed quarantine hotel until a negative PCR test result comes. In coming days, additional restrictions and incentives for Covid vaccination may also be imposed, the statement added. Also Read: WHO warns against vaccine hoarding as world is in a 'perilous situation' Till now, at least 21 cases of the highly mutated Omicron coronavirus variant, which first detected in southern Africa, have been found in Israel. Israel had earlier declared a 10-day quarantine for those hit by the Omicron variant, however, the number of days has been increased to 14 days. (With inputs from agencies)

With Omicron variant on mind, Israel extends travel restrictions for 10 days

Israel's Envoy to India, Naor Gilon offered condolences over the death of India's first Chief of Defence Staff General Bipin Rawat who died in a tragic chopper crash in Southern India's Coonoor.

Israel's Envoy to India on CDS General Bipin Rawat's death: India lost its best Hero

Watch Director of International Institute of counter-terrorism, Boaz Ganor analyzing Iran's ongoing effort to restore the 2015 Nuclear deal.

Top counter-terrorism expert speaks to WION on Iran seeking revival of 2015 Nuclear deal

US and Israeli defence cheifs are set to discuss possible military drills to practice destroying Iranian nuclear facilities in a potential worst-case scenario.

US, Israel to discuss military drills to prepare for worst-case Iran scenario

In a bid to counter threats from their mass militancy, Israel has completed a barrier along the Gaza border, Israel describes it as an iron wall.

Israel completes Gaza border fence which includes underground barrier with sensors

Israeli airstrikes struck the Syrian port of Latakia. Syria’s state media quoted that several missiles struck the containers area in the port setting some of them on fire.

Israeli warplanes struck Syria's Latakia port

As the Hanukkah holiday comes to an end and students in Israel head back to their classes. Young children are required to get tested for the COVID-19 before being allowed back to their school. WION's Jodie Cohen, brings you the details.

Israeli children return to schools after Hanukkah holidays

Israel has decided to discontinue the controversial practice of tracking the Omicron variant cases through mobiles which was developed by the country's intelligence agency.

PM Bennett had authorised the use of the technology after Omicron cases&nbsp;were&nbsp;detected in the country last week. However, it won't be renewed from Thursday and Friday after it lapses, the government said.

The country has reported three confirmed cases of the Omicron virus even as the country's health ministry said at least 30 more suspected cases are under observation.

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Israel's Supreme Court had earlier said it wasn't proven whether the technology "poses a disproportionate infringement on the right to privacy which would justify its striking down".

The measure was introduced for the first time by the previous Benjamin Netanyahu government.

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The rights groups had alleged&nbsp;the emergency measures violated the country's Supreme Court's earlier ruling. The Bennett government has sought the tracking&nbsp;"to locate verified Omicron cases and thereby cut the chains of infection" while restricting it only to the new strain.&nbsp;

Health minister Nitzan Horowitz had said the measure was brought in for a "limited and very brief" due to privacy and human rights concerns.

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However, the government added that the tracking system may be reintroduced if morbidity requires. The Israeli government had barred foreign travellers from entering the country. The entry of foreigners is set to be allowed only through a special committee.

The country has also put down strict coronavirus rules for its citizens requiring them to produce a negative PCR test and quarantine themselves&nbsp;for three days even if they are vaccinated.

(With inputs from Agencies)

Israel has decided to discontinue the controversial practice of tracking the Omicron variant cases through mobiles which was developed by the country's intelligence agency.

Israel has decided to discontinue the controversial practice of tracking the Omicron variant cases through mobiles which was developed by the country's intelligence agency. PM Bennett had authorised the use of the technology after Omicron cases were detected in the country last week. However, it won't be renewed from Thursday and Friday after it lapses, the government said. The country has reported three confirmed cases of the Omicron virus even as the country's health ministry said at least 30 more suspected cases are under observation. Also Read: Australia reports Omicron cases in school Israel's Supreme Court had earlier said it wasn't proven whether the technology "poses a disproportionate infringement on the right to privacy which would justify its striking down". The measure was introduced for the first time by the previous Benjamin Netanyahu government. Watch: South Africa reels under fourth COVID-19 wave The rights groups had alleged the emergency measures violated the country's Supreme Court's earlier ruling. The Bennett government has sought the tracking "to locate verified Omicron cases and thereby cut the chains of infection" while restricting it only to the new strain. Health minister Nitzan Horowitz had said the measure was brought in for a "limited and very brief" due to privacy and human rights concerns. Also Read: WHO warns Asia-Pacific to brace for Omicron, urges countries to speed up vaccination However, the government added that the tracking system may be reintroduced if morbidity requires. The Israeli government had barred foreign travellers from entering the country. The entry of foreigners is set to be allowed only through a special committee. The country has also put down strict coronavirus rules for its citizens requiring them to produce a negative PCR test and quarantine themselves for three days even if they are vaccinated. (With inputs from Agencies)

Israel halts virus phone tracker amid privacy concerns

Earlier this year, in April, Israel's intelligence agency Mossad recruited top Iranian scientists and tricked them to believe that they were working for international dissident groups, in order to carry a secret operation that involved blowing up their own nuclear plant. A report by the Jewish Chronicle reveals that up to ten scientists were hired to destroy the Natanz nuclear facility.

This revelation comes as one of three&nbsp;acts of sabotages which were allegedly linked with Mossad when the Natanz facility was first hit by explosives.

The operation resulted in the demolition of nearly 90 per cent of the centrifuges at the nuclear plant. This put up the key complex out of use for a period of nine months.

This was done by smuggling explosives into the compound using a drone. These drones were then collected by the scientists.&nbsp;Several explosives were also smuggled into the high-security facility through food boxes and lorries.&nbsp;

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Various other revelations by the Jewish Chronicle involves Mossad spies hiding explosives in building materials which were used in the construction of the Natanz centrifuge in 2019.

There are also report of agents seeking an armed quadcopter.&nbsp;

Reportedly, there was also a third operation in June. During this an explosion took place by a quadcopter drone on the Iran Centrifuge Technology Company.&nbsp;

The Jewish Chronicle claims that these three operations were planned in a time span of over 18 months. It involved a team of 1,000 technicians, spies and several agents on the ground.

Earlier this year, in April, Israel's intelligence agency Mossad recruited top Iranian scientists and tricked them to believe that they were working for international dissident groups, in order to carry a secret operation that involved blowing up their own nuclear plant.

Earlier this year, in April, Israel's intelligence agency Mossad recruited top Iranian scientists and tricked them to believe that they were working for international dissident groups, in order to carry a secret operation that involved blowing up their own nuclear plant. A report by the Jewish Chronicle reveals that up to ten scientists were hired to destroy the Natanz nuclear facility. This revelation comes as one of three acts of sabotages which were allegedly linked with Mossad when the Natanz facility was first hit by explosives. The operation resulted in the demolition of nearly 90 per cent of the centrifuges at the nuclear plant. This put up the key complex out of use for a period of nine months. This was done by smuggling explosives into the compound using a drone. These drones were then collected by the scientists. Several explosives were also smuggled into the high-security facility through food boxes and lorries. Also read | More frequent and destructive: Historical records show a surge in hurricanes over the last 150 years Various other revelations by the Jewish Chronicle involves Mossad spies hiding explosives in building materials which were used in the construction of the Natanz centrifuge in 2019. There are also report of agents seeking an armed quadcopter. Reportedly, there was also a third operation in June. During this an explosion took place by a quadcopter drone on the Iran Centrifuge Technology Company. The Jewish Chronicle claims that these three operations were planned in a time span of over 18 months. It involved a team of 1,000 technicians, spies and several agents on the ground.

A secret operation: Mossad tricked top Iranian scientists into blowing up their own nuclear plant

WION's Jodie Cohen speaks to Israel health care expert Professor Jonathan Halevy over the newly found Omicron COVID-19 variant.

Important to take the second jab within 2-3 months, says Prof Jonathan Halevy

This week in Israel and around the world, the festival of Hanukkah is being celebrated to mark the triumph of the Jewish people. Our correspondent Jodie Cohen brings you this report.

Israel celebrates Hanukkah with elaborate doughnuts

As the scare over the new COVID-19 variant has spread across the world, Israel has said that it will ban the entry of all foreign travellers to the country. This comes as the country has detected the second case of the newly found Omicron variant.

Israel tightens travel restrictions over new COVID-19 variant

Global authorities are taking precautions for curbing the spread of a new coronavirus variant, Omicron, detected in South Africa. Many countries have imposed a travel ban on South Africa and other Southern African countries.

Being the first country to shut all its borders, Israel has said that it would ban the entry of all foreigners into the country. It further mentioned that the nation will be using counter-terrorism phone-tracking technology to contain the spread of the Omicron variant.

"Our working hypotheses are that the variant is already in nearly every country," Interior Minister Ayelet Shaked said. He further added, "and that the vaccine is effective, although we don't yet know to what degree."

In a statement, Prime Minister Naftali Bennett said that the ban, pending government approval, would last 14 days.&nbsp; 
Officials have been hoping that within the same period there will be more information on how effective the vaccines are against Omicron.

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Israel, as of now, has reported one case of the new Covid-19 variant. The health ministry said, "The variant discovered in southern African states has been identified in Israel." &nbsp;

It was recorded "in a person who returned from Malawi," with "two more cases of people returning from abroad" having been placed in quarantine.

The WHO has designated Omicron as a "variant of concern". The WHO has clearly defined what a variant of concern (VOC) means. According to the UN health body, a variant of concern demonstrates an "increase in transmissibility" or "detrimental change in COVID-19 epidemiology".&nbsp;

The new COVID-19 variant dubbed Omicron has created panic as countries have banned flights from South Africa.

Apart from South Africa and Israel, the new variant was also discovered in Botswana and Hong Kong. Europe also recorded the first case of the new Omicron variant in Belgium after a traveller from Egypt was detected with the new strain. 
&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Global authorities are taking precautions for curbing the spread of a new coronavirus variant, Omicron, detected in South Africa. Many countries have imposed a travel ban on South Africa and other Southern African countries.

Global authorities are taking precautions for curbing the spread of a new coronavirus variant, Omicron, detected in South Africa. Many countries have imposed a travel ban on South Africa and other Southern African countries. Being the first country to shut all its borders, Israel has said that it would ban the entry of all foreigners into the country. It further mentioned that the nation will be using counter-terrorism phone-tracking technology to contain the spread of the Omicron variant. "Our working hypotheses are that the variant is already in nearly every country," Interior Minister Ayelet Shaked said. He further added, "and that the vaccine is effective, although we don't yet know to what degree." In a statement, Prime Minister Naftali Bennett said that the ban, pending government approval, would last 14 days. Officials have been hoping that within the same period there will be more information on how effective the vaccines are against Omicron. Also read As a 'precautionary measure', US to restrict travel over fears of new COVID-19 variant Israel, as of now, has reported one case of the new Covid-19 variant. The health ministry said, "The variant discovered in southern African states has been identified in Israel." It was recorded "in a person who returned from Malawi," with "two more cases of people returning from abroad" having been placed in quarantine. The WHO has designated Omicron as a "variant of concern". The WHO has clearly defined what a variant of concern (VOC) means. According to the UN health body, a variant of concern demonstrates an "increase in transmissibility" or "detrimental change in COVID-19 epidemiology". The new COVID-19 variant dubbed Omicron has created panic as countries have banned flights from South Africa. Apart from South Africa and Israel, the new variant was also discovered in Botswana and Hong Kong. Europe also recorded the first case of the new Omicron variant in Belgium after a traveller from Egypt was detected with the new strain. (With inputs from agencies)

Israel becomes the first country to shut all borders over fear of new variant

Israel and Morocco have signed a landmark defence agreement that aims to lay the foundation for security cooperation, intelligence sharing and arms sales in the future.

Israel and Morocco to deepen intelligence and military cooperation

As the world grapples with the emergence of new Covid variant, Israel has identified its case, the health ministry said on Friday.

The&nbsp;new variant, which has a large number of mutations, was first detected in South Africa. The health ministry said, "The variant discovered in southern African states has been identified in Israel." &nbsp;&nbsp;

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It was recorded "in a person who returned from Malawi," with "two more cases of people returning from abroad" have been placed in quarantine. &nbsp;

This comes as the scientists said they had detected a new Covid variant with a large number of mutations in South Africa. They have blamed it for a surge in infection numbers. &nbsp;

UK on Thursday banned flights from six African countries where the variant with multiple mutations was found, and the WHO is holding a meeting on Friday to decide whether to call B.1.1.529 a 'variant of concern'. &nbsp;

Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/highly-mutated-new-covid-variant-uk-bans-6-african-nations-flights-who-calls-special-meeting-432019" hreflang="en">New Covid variant: UK bans 6 African nations' flights, WHO calls special meet</a>

The World Health Organization is holding the special meeting to discuss the variant that has an unusually high number of mutations to its spike protein, up to 10 by some accounts. &nbsp;

The WHO meeting on Friday will discuss the impact of the new variant on the ongoing vaccines and treatments. &nbsp;

After the variant was detected in South Africa, the UK has suspended flights from six African countries: South Africa, Namibia, Lesotho, Eswatini, Zimbabwe and Botswana. &nbsp;&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

As the world grapples with the emergence of new Covid variant, Israel has identified its case, the health ministry said on Friday. The new variant, which has a large number of mutations, was first detected in South Africa.

As the world grapples with the emergence of new Covid variant, Israel has identified its case, the health ministry said on Friday. The new variant, which has a large number of mutations, was first detected in South Africa. The health ministry said, "The variant discovered in southern African states has been identified in Israel." Also Read: As new variant emerges, India to tighten Covid testing for international tourists It was recorded "in a person who returned from Malawi," with "two more cases of people returning from abroad" have been placed in quarantine. This comes as the scientists said they had detected a new Covid variant with a large number of mutations in South Africa. They have blamed it for a surge in infection numbers. UK on Thursday banned flights from six African countries where the variant with multiple mutations was found, and the WHO is holding a meeting on Friday to decide whether to call B.1.1.529 a 'variant of concern'. Also Read: New Covid variant: UK bans 6 African nations' flights, WHO calls special meet The World Health Organization is holding the special meeting to discuss the variant that has an unusually high number of mutations to its spike protein, up to 10 by some accounts. The WHO meeting on Friday will discuss the impact of the new variant on the ongoing vaccines and treatments. After the variant was detected in South Africa, the UK has suspended flights from six African countries: South Africa, Namibia, Lesotho, Eswatini, Zimbabwe and Botswana. (With inputs from agencies)

Israel identifies new Covid variant case first detected in South Africa  

Israel & Morocco sign defence pact, aims to deepen intel & military cooperation

Iran is five years away from developing a nuclear weapon, and international talks due to restart next week will do nothing to slow it down, Israel said on Tuesday, adding it reserved the right to act to protect itself.

Israel: Iran nuke program at the most advanced stage

Indian Army chief General MM Naravane recently concluded his first visit to Israel. The visit comes as India and Israel are set to celebrate 30 years of diplomatic ties on January 29 next year.

Indian Army chief visits Israel, discusses border security

Many contestants are pulling out of the 70th Miss Universe because the beauty pageant is being held in Israel. Activists say there is no beauty in occupation. Palki Sharma asks why don't we scrap these pageants altogether? Why do we need to sexualise women year after year?

Gravitas: Contestants pull out of 70th Miss Universe

Consul General of Israel to Mumbai Kobbi Shoshani has called India, Israel Free trade agreement "extremely important". During EAM Jaishankar's Israel visit, both countries agreed to start the free trade agreement negotiations from November. India is Israel's third-largest trade partner in Asia and seventh largest globally. Speaking to our Principal Diplomatic Correspondent, Sidhant Sibal, Shoshani said, "cooperation between India as Power of Production (6th in the world) along with Israeli Innovation can be very good".

WION Exclusive: FTA is extremely important, says Israel's Consulate General Kobbi Shoshani

In an interaction with WION's Diplomatic Correspondent Sidhant Sibal,&nbsp;Kobbi Shoshani, Consul General of Israel to Mumbai, shared his insights about the growing relationship between India and Israel. &nbsp; &nbsp;

&nbsp;

WION: How has been the Indo-Israel relationship? &nbsp;

Kobbi Shoshani: The relationship is extremely good. In 1992, we had a completely different relationship. Right now, the partnership is growing among the two nations. There is immense love between the two states and its people. We are strengthening the relations and will celebrate next year in January 2022, the completion of 30 years of full diplomatic relations. I saw the prowess during that time and a tremendous engagement between businesses, people, culture. &nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp;

WION: How has the progress been since 1992 in our relationship? &nbsp;

Kobbi Shoshani: Since PM Modi has come to power and as chief minister of Gujarat as well, the connection between India and Israel grew stronger and stronger. Leaders from both the countries have visited each other’s countries, giving boost to the bilateral relationship in every domain. For example, we have 40 centres of excellence in India. We would like to enlarge cooperation in many more fields. &nbsp;

WION: How has been the progress in trade and economy? &nbsp;

Kobbi Shoshani: India did a great job during pandemic as did Israel. The ability of India to vaccinate most of the population was amazing. To feed and give work to 1.4 billion people in India is not an easy task.&nbsp; &nbsp;he cooperation between states is also growing. India has a great Industry and Israel has a lot of innovation. Cooperation between India as power of production (6th in the world) along with Israeli innovation can bring hope and prosperity to the both countries as well as to the whole world. The Idea of Make in India is great. &nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp;WION: What about FTA? What is the role and importance of this relationship? &nbsp;

Kobbi Shoshani: We haven't signed it yet. We hope to sign it soon. May be during the bilateral visit of heads soon. The FTA is extremely important for the two countries as it will bring in a lot of prosperity to whole region. We should also incorporate UAE in FTA by enlarging it. We have signed Peace Agreement - 'Abraham Accords' and this straight between India, UAE, Israel &amp; USA will bring about tremendous prosperity. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

WION: What about West-Asian QUAD? &nbsp;

Kobbi Shoshani: Most of the people in Israel &amp; in India think that this is a great opportunity in order to bring the economic ties between the nations to such a level that businessmen from all over the world and these three states have incentives to make business. We have the ability, knowledge, power of producition. Together, sky is the limit. &nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp;WION: What are the commonalities between the two nations? &nbsp;

Kobbi Shoshani: The population of Israel is less than 10 million (lesser than Mumbai). The solutions to some problems applicable in Israel aren't applicable to India. This is the difference. &nbsp;

The similarities are ancient cultures, fantastic Industry, amazing young generation, political similarities, etc. Both the nations had got independence almost at the same time. We are just nine months younger to India. Both were under British Mandate and had to go through the split in the country. There are very old cultural and traditional values, which have become the identity of India and the same goes with Israel.&nbsp;

In an interaction with WION's Diplomatic Correspondent Sidhant Sibal, Kobbi Shoshani, Consul General of Israel to Mumbai, shared his insights about the growing relationship between India and Israel.

In an interaction with WION's Diplomatic Correspondent Sidhant Sibal, Kobbi Shoshani, Consul General of Israel to Mumbai, shared his insights about the growing relationship between India and Israel. WION: How has been the Indo-Israel relationship? Kobbi Shoshani: The relationship is extremely good. In 1992, we had a completely different relationship. Right now, the partnership is growing among the two nations. There is immense love between the two states and its people. We are strengthening the relations and will celebrate next year in January 2022, the completion of 30 years of full diplomatic relations. I saw the prowess during that time and a tremendous engagement between businesses, people, culture. WION: How has the progress been since 1992 in our relationship? Kobbi Shoshani: Since PM Modi has come to power and as chief minister of Gujarat as well, the connection between India and Israel grew stronger and stronger. Leaders from both the countries have visited each other’s countries, giving boost to the bilateral relationship in every domain. For example, we have 40 centres of excellence in India. We would like to enlarge cooperation in many more fields. WION: How has been the progress in trade and economy? Kobbi Shoshani: India did a great job during pandemic as did Israel. The ability of India to vaccinate most of the population was amazing. To feed and give work to 1.4 billion people in India is not an easy task. he cooperation between states is also growing. India has a great Industry and Israel has a lot of innovation. Cooperation between India as power of production (6th in the world) along with Israeli innovation can bring hope and prosperity to the both countries as well as to the whole world. The Idea of Make in India is great. WION: What about FTA? What is the role and importance of this relationship? Kobbi Shoshani: We haven't signed it yet. We hope to sign it soon. May be during the bilateral visit of heads soon. The FTA is extremely important for the two countries as it will bring in a lot of prosperity to whole region. We should also incorporate UAE in FTA by enlarging it. We have signed Peace Agreement - 'Abraham Accords' and this straight between India, UAE, Israel & USA will bring about tremendous prosperity. WION: What about West-Asian QUAD? Kobbi Shoshani: Most of the people in Israel & in India think that this is a great opportunity in order to bring the economic ties between the nations to such a level that businessmen from all over the world and these three states have incentives to make business. We have the ability, knowledge, power of producition. Together, sky is the limit. WION: What are the commonalities between the two nations? Kobbi Shoshani: The population of Israel is less than 10 million (lesser than Mumbai). The solutions to some problems applicable in Israel aren't applicable to India. This is the difference. The similarities are ancient cultures, fantastic Industry, amazing young generation, political similarities, etc. Both the nations had got independence almost at the same time. We are just nine months younger to India. Both were under British Mandate and had to go through the split in the country. There are very old cultural and traditional values, which have become the identity of India and the same goes with Israel.

Indo-Israel relationship growing strong, says Consul General of Israel Kobbi Shoshani

You may not know the name Aulcie Perry, but in Israel, the former basketball center is a legend — like “Michael Jordan and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar rolled into one,” as a sports journalist in the documentary “Aulcie” puts it. Through interviews, archival images and illustrated sequences, the movie, directed by Dani Menkin, offers a treacly biography of the overseas celebrity athlete whose career was ultimately derailed by an addiction to heroin.

Born in Newark, New Jersey, the 6-foot-10 Perry always saw basketball as his calling. Hoop dreams propelled him to the NBA, but after he was promptly cut from the New York Knicks, Perry took a chance: He accepted a spot with Maccabi Tel Aviv. The team proved a solid fit, and Perry led Maccabi to European Champions Cup victories in 1977 and 1981, before drug addiction and a trafficking charge forced him to shelf his remarkable career.

There is a contagious thrill to the movie’s portrait of its subject’s achievements, especially his whirlwind romance with Israeli supermodel Tami Ben Ami. But when it comes to Perry’s moments of struggle, “Aulcie” trips up. Schmaltzy music and fuzzy pictures give a hard tug at the heartstrings, and footage of Perry missing shots on an empty court is frequently deployed as a superficial visual metaphor for hardship. The movie also declines to engage with Israel’s evolving politics or culture and where Perry fit in, opting instead for a melodramatic portrait of a star that fell too soon.

'Aulcie'

Not rated. In English and Hebrew, with subtitles. Running time: 1 hour, 15 minutes. In theaters and on virtual cinemas.

You may not know the name Aulcie Perry, but in Israel, the former basketball center is a legend — like “Michael Jordan and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar rolled into one,” as a sports journalist in the documentary “Aulcie” puts it.

You may not know the name Aulcie Perry, but in Israel, the former basketball center is a legend — like “Michael Jordan and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar rolled into one,” as a sports journalist in the documentary “Aulcie” puts it. Through interviews, archival images and illustrated sequences, the movie, directed by Dani Menkin, offers a treacly biography of the overseas celebrity athlete whose career was ultimately derailed by an addiction to heroin. Born in Newark, New Jersey, the 6-foot-10 Perry always saw basketball as his calling. Hoop dreams propelled him to the NBA, but after he was promptly cut from the New York Knicks, Perry took a chance: He accepted a spot with Maccabi Tel Aviv. The team proved a solid fit, and Perry led Maccabi to European Champions Cup victories in 1977 and 1981, before drug addiction and a trafficking charge forced him to shelf his remarkable career. There is a contagious thrill to the movie’s portrait of its subject’s achievements, especially his whirlwind romance with Israeli supermodel Tami Ben Ami. But when it comes to Perry’s moments of struggle, “Aulcie” trips up. Schmaltzy music and fuzzy pictures give a hard tug at the heartstrings, and footage of Perry missing shots on an empty court is frequently deployed as a superficial visual metaphor for hardship. The movie also declines to engage with Israel’s evolving politics or culture and where Perry fit in, opting instead for a melodramatic portrait of a star that fell too soon. 'Aulcie' Not rated. In English and Hebrew, with subtitles. Running time: 1 hour, 15 minutes. In theaters and on virtual cinemas.

'Aulcie' review: Love and basketball, in Israel

Climate experts are warning of the potentially devastating fires in Israel as a result of global warming causing an increase in extreme temperatures. Of late, Israel has witnessed an increase in wildfires with high temperatures and strong easterly winds, a dangerous combination, our correspondent Jodie Cohen brings you more.

Israel witnesses rise in wildfires, climatologists issues red alert

Israel is working for the release of an Israeli couple being held in Turkey, denying allegations carried by Turkish media that the two were spies, says Israeli prime minister Naftali Bennett.

Israeli couple held on espionage charges in Turkey, PM Naftali Bennett refutes charges

Israel has approved cpvid-19 vaccines for children from the age of 5, the country's 9.4 million population is relatively young. Watch this report for more.

Covid Vaccine update: Israel approves covid-19 shots for kids

Israel has approved Covid-19 vaccines for children from the age of 5, the country's 9.4 million population is relatively young.

COVID-19 : Vaccine approved for children in Israel

Israel has approved Covid-19 vaccines for children from the age of five, the country's 9.4 million population is relatively young with around 1.2 million children in the age bracket of 5-11 years. Meanwhile, health officials have sounded an alarm and expressed concern as countries could reach the third wave without kids being vaccinated.

Israel approves covid shot for children, paves way for new inoculation drive

Gaza's fishermen struggle to earn as they are under Israel's blockade. Forced to stay close to shore due to Israeli restrictions on powerful engines, the men complain they must seek a catch from overfished shallow waters with declining stocks.

Gaza's fishermen struggle for a catch

Jerusalem's Santa Claus visited the Sea of Galilee where Jesus walked across the water, some 2,000 years ago to open the Christmas season in the Holy Land.

Jerusalem's Santa Claus brings Christmas cheer as festive season begins

A small group of Israelis and Palestinians in Jerusalem is trying to bridge a Hebrew-Arabic language gap through learning modelled on speed dating. WION's Jodie Cohen brings you this report.

Language 'speed dating' in Jerusalem is bridging the hebrew-arabic gap

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