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The Desk19:00 bulletinAcre's Former Mayor Investigated for Vote Buying and Bribery1:15
UK Threatens to Expel 27 Israeli Diplomats Over Consulate Closure
Politics · 13 outlets · 7m ago

UK Threatens to Expel 27 Israeli Diplomats Over Consulate Closure

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Defense Minister: 4,000 Hamas Terrorists Eliminated Since October 7th

Defense Minister: 4,000 Hamas Terrorists Eliminated Since October 7th
11 sources · 6m ago

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Bar Ilan University Math Lecturer Charged With Plotting Mass Attacks on Arab Citizens

Bar Ilan University Math Lecturer Charged With Plotting Mass Attacks on Arab Citizens
30 sources · 1h ago4

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Brazil Heads to Runoff Election Amid Stark Ideological Divide

Brazil Heads to Runoff Election Amid Stark Ideological Divide
16 sources · 43m ago5

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Court Orders Journalist Hadas Steif to Pay NIS 600,000 to Efi Naveh

Court Orders Journalist Hadas Steif to Pay NIS 600,000 to Efi Naveh
18 sources · 18m ago

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Israeli Military Chief Acknowledges Failure on October 7

Israeli Military Chief Acknowledges Failure on October 7
16 sources · 45m ago

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IDF Command Forum Marks Third Anniversary of October 7th at Ze'ekim Base

IDF Command Forum Marks Third Anniversary of October 7th at Ze'ekim Base
8 sources · 19m ago10

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Flydubai Co-Pilot Planned Attack Before Joining Airline, Israeli Officials Say

Flydubai Co-Pilot Planned Attack Before Joining Airline, Israeli Officials Say
15 sources · 1h ago2

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Israel to Strike Iranian-Linked Forces in Iraq Following US Withdrawal

Israel to Strike Iranian-Linked Forces in Iraq Following US Withdrawal
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Security · 12 sources · 55m ago

Acre's Former Mayor Investigated for Vote Buying and Bribery

Politics · 10 sources · 2h ago

Israel's Political Arena Heats Up Ahead of Elections

Security · 15 sources · 3h ago

Israel Honors Oct. 7 Victims and Rescuers at Mount Herzl Ceremony

Politics · 7 sources · 2h ago

UK Green Party Labels Zionism Racist Ideology

Security · 15 sources · 3h ago

Israel Holds National Memorial Day for October 7 Victims

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MK Tally Gotliv Calls for Shin Bet Chief's Resignation

MK Tally Gotliv Calls for Shin Bet Chief's Resignation

Member of Knesset Tally Gotliv has publicly demanded the resignation of Shin Bet chief David Zinni, accusing his agency of promoting a "false campaign of Jewish settler violence" and criticizing his stance on Arab terror and left-wing activism in Judea and Samaria. Gotliv, who recently switched parties, also referenced a cabinet dispute and a personal matter concerning Zinni's brother.

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Israeli Minister Clashes With Shin Bet Chief Over Settler Violence

Israeli Minister Clashes With Shin Bet Chief Over Settler Violence

During an Israeli cabinet meeting, Minister Orit Struk accused Shin Bet head David Zini of exaggerating settler violence in Judea and Samaria. Zini defended his assessment, citing attacks on Palestinians and urging public condemnation of extremist actions.

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HOT Mobile Sold for NIS 1.88 Billion Valuation

HOT Mobile Sold for NIS 1.88 Billion Valuation

HOT Mobile has been sold for approximately NIS 1.88 billion to a partnership of Delek Israel, Cassiton, and Leumi Partners. The seller, HOT Telecommunications Systems, will receive NIS 1.218 billion in cash, with the funds intended to reduce Altice International's debt.

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Families Share Final Messages from October 7 Massacre

Families Share Final Messages from October 7 Massacre

Families of victims and survivors of the October 7 massacre are sharing final text messages exchanged that day as part of an online campaign to commemorate the upcoming third anniversary. The initiative, using the hashtag #כולנו710, aims to encourage public participation in remembering the events and the people affected.

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Israel Entertainment to Invest Millions in Micro-Drama Content

Israel Entertainment plans to invest millions of shekels in micro-drama and short-form content by 2027, expanding its digital offerings for social media. The company aims to produce high-quality, engaging content and leverage commercial partnerships in the growing unregulated market.

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Ili Gorlitzky, Pillar of Israeli Stage and Artist Rights Advocate, Dies at 91

Ili Gorlitzky, Pillar of Israeli Stage and Artist Rights Advocate, Dies at 91

Ili Gorlitzky, a celebrated Israeli actor, singer, and theater figure, has died at 91. Known for his iconic roles and his pioneering work in establishing artists' rights organizations, Gorlitzky left a significant cultural legacy. A farewell ceremony is scheduled for Tuesday at the Cameri Theater.

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