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The Desk23:00 bulletinIDF Officer Killed in Lebanon Vehicle Accident1:13
IDF Chief Briefed on US War Plans Against Iran, Warns of Election Delay
Security · 8 outlets · 1h ago

IDF Chief Briefed on US War Plans Against Iran, Warns of Election Delay

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IDF Soldier Killed, Three Injured in Lebanon Humvee Rollover

IDF Soldier Killed, Three Injured in Lebanon Humvee Rollover
17 sources · 3h ago

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Politics

NYC Mayor Mamdani Defends Accusations Against Israel

NYC Mayor Mamdani Defends Accusations Against Israel
7 sources · 2h ago

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Pharmacy Student Accused of Terror Plot; Friend Testifies Against Him

Pharmacy Student Accused of Terror Plot; Friend Testifies Against Him
25 sources · 6h ago

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IDF Launches Long-Delayed Process to Award Medals for Oct. 7 Heroism

IDF Launches Long-Delayed Process to Award Medals for Oct. 7 Heroism
21 sources · 4h ago

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Ex-PM Aide Accuses Netanyahu's Office of Falsifying Oct. 7 Protocol

Ex-PM Aide Accuses Netanyahu's Office of Falsifying Oct. 7 Protocol
14 sources · 4h ago6

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Ex-Netanyahu Aide Avi Gil's Oct. 7 Account Sparks Political Firestorm

Ex-Netanyahu Aide Avi Gil's Oct. 7 Account Sparks Political Firestorm
7 sources · 2h ago7

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Two Years After Beer Sheva Attack, Cell That Aided Terrorist Arrested

Two Years After Beer Sheva Attack, Cell That Aided Terrorist Arrested
16 sources · 5h ago

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Terrorist Sentenced to Life for Killing IDF Sergeant Amit Ben Yigal

Terrorist Sentenced to Life for Killing IDF Sergeant Amit Ben Yigal
19 sources · 6h ago

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Politics · 7 sources · 4h ago

Ex-Netanyahu Military Secretary Claims PM's Office Falsified Protocols

World · 20 sources · 8h ago

Grief at October 7th Memorial Tears Through Observer

Politics · 12 sources · 5h ago

NYT Alleges US Embassy Aide Suppressed Reports on Israeli Actions

Security · 26 sources · 9h ago

Iran Pays Fourfold Premium to Fund Hezbollah Aid to Displaced Lebanese

Security · 17 sources · 7h ago

IDF Eliminates Hamas Commanders Involved in Hostage Holding

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Palestinian Factions Discuss Postponing Legislative Elections Scheduled for November

Palestinian Factions Discuss Postponing Legislative Elections Scheduled for November

Palestinian factions are discussing postponing legislative elections planned for November 28, the first in 20 years, due to logistical issues in East Jerusalem and Gaza and internal feuding. Islamic Jihad announced an agreement to delay the vote after Cairo meetings, though Fatah stopped short of confirming a final decision. Israel's refusal to allow election officials access to Gaza and East Jerusalem exacerbates concerns. Some factions, like Hamas, support postponement for dialogue, while others warn it could damage the Palestinian Authority's credibility.

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Israel to Participate in Moroccan Military Tech Expo for First Time

Israel to Participate in Moroccan Military Tech Expo for First Time

Israel's Ministry of Defense will participate in the Marrakech Airshow 2026, its first official presence at a Moroccan military industry exhibition, signaling increased normalization. The announcement comes as hundreds protested normalization in Rabat. Morocco normalized ties with Israel in 2020 under the Abraham Accords. Eight Israeli defense firms are showcasing advanced technologies, including drones and air defense systems.

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Israeli Tax Revenue Up 8.8% Year-Over-Year, Ministry of Finance Reports

Israeli Tax Revenue Up 8.8% Year-Over-Year, Ministry of Finance Reports

Israeli tax revenues for January-September 2026 reached 443.7 billion shekels, an increase of 13.3% year-over-year, with real growth at 8.8% after adjustments. September saw a 6% rise in collections, though some payments were deferred due to holidays. While company taxes increased, real estate and capital market revenues showed declines, and the budget deficit narrowed significantly compared to the previous year.

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World

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British Airways to Resume Tel Aviv Flights in October

British Airways to Resume Tel Aviv Flights in October

British Airways will resume flights to Tel Aviv starting October 25, nearly six months after suspending routes due to the war in Iran. The U.K. flag carrier's flights will operate daily between London Heathrow and Tel Aviv. This move follows several other airlines that have recently restarted operations in Israel.

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Tech

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Israeli Scientist Developing Revolutionary Health-Monitoring Skin Patch

Technion Professor Hossam Haick is developing a skin patch that detects diseases before symptoms appear, aiming for market availability within three years. The patch, inspired by his father's determination and his own scientific drive, evolved from an "electronic nose" to a device that monitors skin emissions. Initial trials show high accuracy in detecting diseases like tuberculosis, with a projected low manufacturing cost, paving the way for personalized, proactive healthcare.

Haaretz English

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Culture

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Rabbi Chaim Cohen Celebrates Sukkot With Tunisian Community in Jerusalem

Rabbi Chaim Cohen Celebrates Sukkot With Tunisian Community in Jerusalem

Rabbi Chaim Cohen, the spiritual leader of Jerusalem's Tunisian community, celebrated the Sukkot holiday with his congregants. The celebration took place in a Sukkah, a traditional temporary dwelling for the holiday. This event reinforced community ties and religious observance during the week-long festival.

JDN

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