“Where do I come from? Who am I?” – On old myths, new theories, and the astonishing certainty of some that they know my origins better than I do myself
Author - Dov Eilon
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.
More articles from Dov Eilon
Women have always been part of the Israeli army. But the current war shows how fundamentally their role has changed — including direct combat service.
Despite diplomatic talks between Washington and Tehran, Israel’s north remains a place of permanent uncertainty. Daily life continues — but the reality of war does not disappear.
Minister Amsalem equates yeshiva students with combat soldiers — further inflaming the dispute over the conscription law.
Gideon Sa’ar meets Chancellor Merz and Foreign Minister Wadephul — with Iran, security, the economy and the strategic partnership between the two countries at the center of the talks.
Too late, contradictory — but still an important signal from Berlin.
After critical remarks from Berlin, Washington responds with unusual force. The conflict shows how sharply strategic assessments on Iran now differ.
Rare Bundeswehr award recognizes the key role of Israeli developers in building Germany’s Arrow 3 defense system.
The initiative from Hesse could affect all of Germany and reshape the national debate over how to deal with antisemitic slogans.
The change in power in Hungary is shifting the balance in Brussels—but a unified sanctions policy remains unlikely.
