East

Putin embraces the dark corners of Russia’s history – opinion

The topic of Ukraine’s western borders is of particular interest to Russia’s president, but his so-called Marxism-Leninism argument reveals his flawed logic

|ByLEV STEIN
Russia's President Vladimir Putin takes part in a ceremony to present Gold Star medals to service members, who were involved in the country's military campaign in Ukraine and awarded the title of Hero of Russia, in Moscow, Russia, December 17, 2025.
View of Savidor train station in Tel Aviv, May 21, 2026; Illustrative.

Israel's Eastern Rail Line opens for partial operations, three new stations inaugurated

The fully operational Eastern Rail Line will increase the railway network's capacity by approximately 30%, Israel Railways said, giving the system added flexibility to accommodate growing demand.

|ByAARON GLICK
Illustration: A sauropodomorph at an Australian museum.

Paleontologists Reveal How a 200-Million-Year-Old Dinosaur Rewrites East Asian History

Researchers recovered three adult skeletons, five egg clutches and well-preserved bones from Wuding County’s Lower Jurassic strata.

|ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
An Air India aircraft

Big news for travelers to the east: Air India returns to Israel

The Indian aviation giant launches a new route between Tel Aviv and New Delhi with a modern Dreamliner and full service, strengthening international ties.

|ByMEITAL SHARABI/MAARIV