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Israel-Czech relations are strong, have been so for decades, Prague's ambassador tells 'Post'

Prague will continue blocking anti-Israel measures inside the European Union and opposes publicly setting “red lines” for allies, Czech Ambassador Veronika Kuchynova Smigolova told the 'Post.'

Czech Ambassador to Israel, Veronika Kuchynova Smigolova.
PETR MACINKA receives a certificate of appointment as Czech Foreign Minister from President Petr Pavel during the cabinet's inauguration ceremony at Prague Castle in Prague, December 15, 2025.

New Czech foreign minister announces intention to move embassy to Jerusalem

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Israeli defense firm to help shield Czech skies from drones

 ‘I am the only one in Europe today dealing in military munitions with Israel, and that is why I am often criticized by colleagues,’ Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said a few months ago.

Actions, not words: The three European countries that came to Israel's aid after Oct. 7 - analysis


Czech FM to 'Post': Israel will always be our most important Mideast ally - opinion

Czechia stands with Israel. Our support is, and will remain, resolute. Together, we hope to bring an end to a tragic war, bring all hostages home, and end all hostilities.

 THE WRITER (left) welcomes his Israeli counterpart Gideon Sa’ar in Prague in November.

Antisemitic incidents rise in Czech Republic in 2023 by 90% -report

The federation emphasized that no anti-Jewish physical violence occurred in 2023, and that the Czech Republic remained a safe country for Jews.

Soccer Football - Europa Conference League - Final - Fiorentina v West Ham United - Prague, Czech Republic - June 7, 2023 Police officers are seen in the Old Town ahead of the match

Kindertransport hero: Nicholas Winton’s extraordinary effort to save Jewish children in WWII

Winton was subsequently acclaimed as 'one of the righteous of the world,' even though he did not wish to receive this accolade.

 KINDERTRANSPORT MEMORIAL ‘Fur Das Kind’ by Flor Kent, inside London’s Liverpool Street Station, where sponsors and foster families met Kindertransport children as they arrived.

Czech MPs seek global recognition for Jerusalem as Israel's capital

"At this time, Israel should feel the power of international solidarity in practical actions," said Israel Allies Foundation (IAF) Czech Republic Country Director Karel Sedláček.

 The building that houses the Czech Senate.

Bratislava eyes energy sources during Herzog’s visit to Slovakia

Herzog emphasized that the Jewish people have deep roots in Slovakia – a place where Jewish culture and religion flourished.

 President Herzog addresses a joint meeting of Congress on July 19.

Herzog presents Czech president with Presidential Medal of Distinction

Herzog also made a point of speaking about Czech support for the establishment of the State of Israel and of the great Czech leaders who had stood by Israel’s side.

 President Isaac Herzog in his office at Beit Hanassi.

Israel's President Herzog to visit Czech Republic ahead of Biden's visit

The Herzogs will return home on Monday evening after visiting  the old Jewish cemetery in Prague and meeting  members of the Jewish community at the synagogue.

 President Isaac Herzog in his office at Beit Hanassi.

Czech Film Week returns to Israel's movie theaters

This year’s festival opens with Charlatan, the new film by acclaimed director Agnieszka Holland.

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Jerusalem Cinematheque presents exhibit of children’s art on coronavirus

Exhibition was created under the patronage of Chief of General Staff of the Czech Armed Forces Gen. Aleš Opata, and the Metropolitan Archbishop of Prague, the Czech Primate Dominic Cardinal Duka OP.

Art made by children about COVID-19.

14-day news roundup: Czech mate

Israeli news highlights from the past two weeks.

The unveiling of the new Czech embassy office in Jerusalem