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Israeli’s computer science olympiad gold medal revoked after displaying flag at awards ceremony

Team leader Ryvchin Ryvchin said the competition “was really great,” despite the incident, with three Israeli students winning gold and one bronze.

 Illustrative image of robots.
GASHAU AYALE celebrates while draped in the Israeli flag after winning the bronze medal in the marathon and helping Israel capture the European men’s team title.

A golden run, a bronze finish, and another proud day for Israeli long distancers

 ISRAELI JIU-JITSU medalist Maya Bachar celebrates her successful World Championships campaign in Abu Dhabi, where the Israel delegation won medals across multiple age groups and weight categories.

Israel wraps up successful World Jiu-Jitsu Championships with multiple medals

Prof. Uriel Reichman, founding president and chairman of the Board of Reichman University

Prof. Uriel Reichman to receive the Israeli Presidential Medal of Honor


German Air Chief, Former IAF commander receive Ernst Cramer Medal

The award, which was also presented to former president Shimon Peres in 2014, is given to individuals who work to bring the two countries closer.

 German Air Chief Lt.-Gen. Ingo Gerhartz and outgoing IAF Commander Maj.-Gen. (ret.) Amikam Norkin.

Ukrainian Snake Island soldier released from Russian captivity, awarded medal

The soldier who uttered the famous "Russian warship, go f*** yourself" line was released from captivity and awarded a medal by the Ukraine Armed Forces.

 Snake Island (illustrative).

WWII veteran recognized as 'nazi fighter' by Justice Ministry

Giorgi Ginzburg, who came to Israel from Azerbaijan, fought for the Red Soviet Army during the war. He will now receive the acclaim and benefits that come with being a World War II hero.

 World War II veteran Giorgi Ginzburg

Gold medalist Linoy Ashram reflects on her Olympic whirlwind

This summer, Linoy Ashram became the first Israeli woman to win an Olympic gold medal, in any sport.

 LINOY ASHRAM brought home the gold in rhythmic gymnastics.

IDF, Germany exchange medals during Blue Flag exercise

IDF and German leaders exchanged medals as the two countries took part in the Blue Flag exercise in Israel.

 IDF Chief of Staff Aviv Kohavi presents Luftwaffe Inspector Lt.-Gen. Ingo Gerhartz with a Medal of Appreciation