In the shadow of the worldwide economic crisis, we have to strive for regional cooperation. The sense of collaboration and satisfaction with the renewal of ties does not characterize only the leadership echelon – but is clearly evident on Moroccan streets and in the general attitude towards Israelis.

"We were elected to lead in our way, the way of the nationalist Right and the way of the liberal Right, and so shall we do," he told the Knesset, to heckling from Center-Left lawmakers.

Everyone, it seems, wants the Argentinian star to succeed. Hebrew now seems to be heard much more on the streets, although the presence of Israeli fans is marginal of course when compared to the massive number of Palestinian fans.

The latest coin in the hoard dates to 170 BCE, the year it was hidden and the year the Maccabean rebellion began.

Given the violence on Israel's roads, letting things go is a prerequisite to making it home safely at the end of the day.