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Joint List Offers Support for Netanyahu Alternative Government
Politics · 13 outlets · 27m ago

Joint List Offers Support for Netanyahu Alternative Government

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US Urged Israel to Strike Iran Before Elections, Report Claims

US Urged Israel to Strike Iran Before Elections, Report Claims
12 sources · 1h ago

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Abu Mazen Postpones Palestinian Elections Until 2027, Faces Fierce Criticism

Abu Mazen Postpones Palestinian Elections Until 2027, Faces Fierce Criticism
16 sources · 4h ago3

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Man Shot Multiple Times, Dragged From Home in Suspected Execution in Rahat

Man Shot Multiple Times, Dragged From Home in Suspected Execution in Rahat
12 sources · 4h ago

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Biden Official Backs Claims Netanyahu Delayed Gaza Hostage Deal

Biden Official Backs Claims Netanyahu Delayed Gaza Hostage Deal
4 sources · 1h ago

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Israel Considers Tax Break for Tech Founders to Curb Exodus

Israel Considers Tax Break for Tech Founders to Curb Exodus
5 sources · 1h ago

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Iran Rapidly Rebuilding Missile Arsenal Amidst Renewed Strikes

Iran Rapidly Rebuilding Missile Arsenal Amidst Renewed Strikes
9 sources · 3h ago

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Gantz Launches New Election Campaign Despite Polls Showing Party Below Threshold

Gantz Launches New Election Campaign Despite Polls Showing Party Below Threshold
13 sources · 4h ago

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Netanyahu's Aide Accused of Trying to Alter Oct. 7 Records

Netanyahu's Aide Accused of Trying to Alter Oct. 7 Records
4 sources · 1h ago

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Security · 7 sources · 2h ago

IDF Scans Lebanon Border After Suspected Aerial Object Sighted

Security · 8 sources · 4h ago

Israel Showcases Defense Tech at Morocco Airshow for First Time Since Abraham Accords

Security · 12 sources · 2h ago

Man Critically Injured in Accidental Yavne Shooting

Security · 13 sources · 6h ago

IDF Eliminates Islamic Jihad Commander and Hamas Fighter in Gaza

Security · 6 sources · 2h ago

IDF Searches Galilee Border After Unidentified Object Sighted

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Trump Slams Nobel Peace Prize Laureate as 'Hating Israel'

Trump Slams Nobel Peace Prize Laureate as 'Hating Israel'

Former U.S. President Donald Trump fiercely criticized the Nobel Peace Prize award to Navi Pillay, head of a UN commission that accused Israel of genocide. Trump called Pillay unknown and an "Israel-hater," claiming he deserved the prize for ending eight wars. He accused the Nobel Committee of losing credibility and called the award a "stain on Norway."

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FlyDubai Pilot Planned to Use Plane as Weapon Against Israel

FlyDubai Pilot Planned to Use Plane as Weapon Against Israel

The UAE Attorney General revealed that a FlyDubai co-pilot planned to use his aircraft as a weapon in a terror attack targeting Israel's Ben Gurion Airport on September 30. The suspect, who confessed to choosing his profession for the attack, was subdued by the crew after injuring the captain. The plane was safely diverted to Saudi Arabia, and investigations into potential accomplices are ongoing.

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Arkia CEO Reveals Cyprus Route is Most Profitable, Notes Business Class Boom

Arkia CEO Reveals Cyprus Route is Most Profitable, Notes Business Class Boom

Arkia CEO Oz Berlovich revealed that the Cyprus route is the airline's most profitable due to low risk and high potential. He also noted a significant increase in Israelis flying business class, at least doubling in the last decade, attributing it to rising living standards and ego. Berlovich described the business class passengers as diverse, encompassing "all of the people of Israel."

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Hostage's Mother Shares Emotional Account of His Release and Captivity

Hostage's Mother Shares Emotional Account of His Release and Captivity

Ditzah Orr, mother of Avinatan Orr, who was released from Hamas captivity, shared her feelings in her first interview since his return. She expressed immense joy for his safe return but also profound sorrow for families still waiting for their loved ones. Orr discussed her son's resilience, attributing it to his deep Jewish roots and faith. She also spoke about his separation from fellow hostage Noa Argamani and her prayers for his future happiness.

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Volkswagen Unveils ID. Tiguan Electric SUV with 600km Range

Volkswagen Unveils ID. Tiguan Electric SUV with 600km Range

Volkswagen has unveiled its new all-electric SUV, the ID. Tiguan, which will replace the ID.4 and ID.5 in early 2027. The vehicle offers a range of up to 600 km and a starting price of 42,695 euros. It will be available in three power variants and features a redesigned interior with multiple screens and physical controls. Pre-orders begin October 13th in Europe, with Israeli pricing and availability yet to be confirmed.

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Long-Serving Eilat Chief Rabbi Moshe Mordechai HaDayan Dies at 91

Long-Serving Eilat Chief Rabbi Moshe Mordechai HaDayan Dies at 91

Rabbi Moshe Mordechai HaDayan, the Chief Sephardic Rabbi of Eilat for approximately 70 years, died on Saturday at age 91. He arrived in Eilat in 1956, dedicating his life to establishing religious institutions and strengthening Jewish life. His son, Rabbi Yair HaDayan, was recently appointed to succeed him. Prominent rabbis and the Shas movement eulogized HaDayan, praising his scholarship, dedication to kashrut, and love for people.

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