The best of the best. Characteristics of selected Israeli counterterrorist units

The creation of Israel aroused many negative emotions, which over time evolved into war and terrorist activities, the aim of which was to destroy this country and push it into the sea. Israel in response to numerous attacks was forced to develop an effective defense, and its basic element was well-trained special forces. Israeli services are considered brutal: they carry out daring operations, risking diplomatic crises, never negotiating with hijackers, and often killing potential terrorists, however, they cannot be denied their effectiveness. Israeli commandos are often recognized as the best in the world and their training is as demanding as the American Navy SEAL’s. In the era of growing number of terrorist attacks, it is worth taking a closer look at Israeli counterterrorism units, their experience and answer the question whether the methods, tactics and strategies used are appropriate and should be copied by special forces of other countries.

Israel and Azerbaijan in the 21st century – sincere cooperation or a marriage of convenience? Outline of the issues

Relations between Israel and Azerbaijan were established in 1991. Israel is now one of Azerbaijan’s key partners. Despite the difficult geopolitical situation of both countries, they are developing cooperation in the field of trade, military, technical and political matters. In view of the developing relations between Azerbaijan and Israel, both countries benefit from mutual economic benefits and have also become strategic partners. The alliance with Azerbaijan gives Israel the opportunity to improve relations with Turkey and counterbalance Iran’s influence in the region. Azerbaijan, on the other hand, is developing rapidly as a result of cooperation with Israel and is becoming a key player in the South Caucasus region.

The Jewish community in Chechnya and Dagestan. Historical view

The author proposed a text in which he showed the most important events of Jewish people in Dagestan and Chechnya. Author showed statistics the number of Jews in the late years too and problems between Jewish and Chechens, other citizens in Dagestan.

The Socio-Economic Situation in Palestine in the Face of the Conflict with Israel

This article analyses the socio-economic conditions of Palestine in the context of the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict, focusing on the period preceding and during the latest military confrontations. The research underscores the extensive impact of the conflict on Palestine’s economy and social fabric, highlighting the economic collapse caused by infrastructure destruction, trade restrictions, and an increasing unemployment rate, particularly among women and youth. A historical overview of the conflict is provided, with emphasis on key economic indicators such as GDP, inflation, and unemployment, drawing from both domestic and international sources. Despite brief periods of economic growth, Palestine remains heavily dependent on international aid and trade with Israel, creating significant vulnerabilities during conflict escalations. The study identifies critical social issues exacerbated by the conflict, including widespread poverty, deteriorating education, and inadequate healthcare. The analysis further points to the increasing humanitarian crisis in Gaza and the West Bank, where limited access to essential services and rising displacement are fueling radicalisation and social unrest. The paper concludes with a discussion on the necessity of international intervention and sustainable economic strategies to rebuild the Palestinian economy and mitigate the long-term social consequences of the conflict. This research fills a gap in the current geopolitical discourse by shifting focus from military strategies to the pressing socio-economic realities of Palestine, offering a comprehensive assessment of the conflict’s broader implications.

The Exhibitions Be’eri (Haifa City Museum) and This is Not an Exhibition (The Palestinian Museum) as First Museum Responses to the Suffering and Trauma of War in Israel and Palestine

The article analyzes two exhibitions that appeared in the offer of two museums in Israel and Palestine as a response to the tragic chain of events in the region initiated by the terrorist attacks on October 7, 2023. Be’eri at the Haifa City Museum and This is Not an Exhibition at The Palestinian Museum seem controversial due to the fact that they comment on the tragic and tense situation in the region practically on an ongoing basis. The exhibition in Haifa was an attempt to transfer the journalistic story of the massacre in Kibbutz Be’eri to the museum, where in addition to photos of the crime scene, an attempt was made to reconstruct it in the exhibition halls using objects brought from the destroyed settlement. The Palestinian exhibition, on the other hand, focused on showing the vast cultural heritage threatened by the war in Gaza. To this end, around 280 works were displayed in the exhibition hall, which was also intended to resemble the landscape of war-torn Gaza. The described exhibitions are analyzed in terms of three potential functions: informational, political and commemorative-therapeutic, the performance of which is not among the basic tasks of museums. The article indicates specific means used by the creators of the discussed exhibitions to educate their audience about current events, build and support a specific political narrative, and try to include a therapeutic element. The text also attempts to compare both projects in terms of building an emotional and substantive message. The article also examines the media reception of the exhibitions, analyzing reviews and press reports, trying to verify the implementation of specific functions.

The Literary Achievements of Israel in the 20th and 21st Centuries. Profiles of the Writers. Reconnaissance

This article is devoted to the brief history of Israeli literature and the outstanding representatives of this field over several decades. Mentioned here are selected authors of the 20th and 21st centuries, remembered as creators of contemporary Israeli literature, whose rich output covered important themes for their country. Each of them has won literary prizes for their work and made their mark in the history of world literature.