Dov worked for 22 years on Israeli radio and television responsible for background music and sound effects for programs after completing studies at the Jerusalem Music Academy. Dov plays the cello.
But he always had a knack for journalism, and since 2001 has been writing for several German-language websites in addition to his work on television.
With Israel Today since May 2016, Dov enjoys focusing on reporting from Israel that gives readers abroad an honest picture of life and events in Israel. Dov oversees the website in German.
Dov is married with three grown children and lives in Modiin between Tel Aviv and Jerusalem.
Israel’s UN Ambassador Danny Danon confronts Feridun Sinirlioğlu with a direct question about Hamas. The Turkish candidate for the highest office of the United Nations condemns terrorism in general, but avoids explicitly condemning Hamas as a terrorist organization.
With a special initiative, Yad Vashem and the religious kibbutz movement are commemorating the November pogroms of 1938. Synagogues and Jewish institutions worldwide are to remain illuminated during the night of November 9th to 10th – as a symbol against antisemitism and for the continuity of Jewish life.
Today, President Isaac Herzog will be handed the official election results. Eleven parties will enter the new Knesset – we introduce all 120 elected members of parliament.
Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei orders a military response without geographical restrictions. Israel is also preparing for a possible escalation, while Qatar is working toward a diplomatic solution.
Following reports of possible funding of electoral activities in the Arab sector, Doha denies any interference. The Israeli domestic intelligence agency Shin Bet is investigating the allegations.
After counting more than 91 percent of the votes, the governing bloc stands at 53 seats, Eisenkot’s camp at 48. The Arab parties together account for 19 seats.
At the CSU party conference, Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz found clear words against antisemitism and hostility toward Israel. As an Israeli with German roots, I was pleased about this. Yet the past months have also shown that the special friendship between Germany and Israel is not always easy.
A personal look at a country between everyday life, uncertainty, and a deeply divided political landscape.
While Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks before the UN General Assembly in New York today, Israel is accompanying his appearance with a large-scale information campaign in Manhattan. More than 500 billboard spaces, digital advertising trucks and an online campaign place the threat posed by Iran and its allies at the center of attention.
Rosh Hashanah, an upcoming move, and a country facing important decisions – thoughts on farewell, new beginnings, and the hope for a better year.
