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The Desk10:00 bulletinIsraeli Knesset Speaker Doubts Netanyahu Met Egyptian Spy Chief Before Oct. 71:22
Explosion at Intel Factory in Israel Injures Three, Raises Hazmat Concerns
Security · 23 outlets · 5m ago

Explosion at Intel Factory in Israel Injures Three, Raises Hazmat Concerns

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Colombia Reopens Embassy in Jerusalem After Diplomatic Break

Colombia Reopens Embassy in Jerusalem After Diplomatic Break
15 sources · 6m ago2

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Security

Bus Driver Killed, 19 Injured in Truck Collision on Northern Israel Highway

Bus Driver Killed, 19 Injured in Truck Collision on Northern Israel Highway
20 sources · 1h ago

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Tel Aviv Building Collapse Follows Safety Concerns and Repairs

Tel Aviv Building Collapse Follows Safety Concerns and Repairs
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Hamas Imposing $2,500 Tax Per Truck Entering Gaza, Israel Claims

Hamas Imposing $2,500 Tax Per Truck Entering Gaza, Israel Claims
8 sources · 9m ago

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Infant Hospitalized With Preventable Meningitis in Jerusalem

Infant Hospitalized With Preventable Meningitis in Jerusalem
10 sources · 18m ago

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Student's Death Highlights Disputed Responsibility for Unexploded Ordnance Cleanup

Student's Death Highlights Disputed Responsibility for Unexploded Ordnance Cleanup
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Undercover Agent Helps Police Arrest 28 Drug Traffickers in Israel

Undercover Agent Helps Police Arrest 28 Drug Traffickers in Israel
14 sources · 1h ago2

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Palestinian Elections Postponed to 2027 Amid Legitimacy Crisis

Palestinian Elections Postponed to 2027 Amid Legitimacy Crisis
4 sources · 24m ago

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Across the Israeli press

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Security · 4 sources · 47m ago

Dublin Hotel Cancels Rooms Booked for Anti-Antisemitism Conference

Politics · 14 sources · 3h ago

Israel to Divert Arab Development Funds for Defense Needs

Politics · 14 sources · 2h ago

UAE to Build Permanent Embassy in Herzliya Pituah

Security · 12 sources · 3h ago

Netanyahu Confirms Egyptian Intelligence Chief's Pre-Oct 7 Visit to Israel, Denies Meeting

Sports · 11 sources · 1h ago

Maccabi Haifa Owner Seeks Buyer for 100% of Club

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Israeli Election Chief Assures Ballot Integrity Amid Security Concerns
Politics · 4 sources · 56m ago

Israeli Election Chief Assures Ballot Integrity Amid Security Concerns

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Elbit Systems Stock Surges on Plans for First European Laser Warning System Plant
Economy · 4 sources · 21m ago

Elbit Systems Stock Surges on Plans for First European Laser Warning System Plant

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Israeli Minister Miri Regev Celebrates Fourth Grandchild
General · 5 sources · 39m ago

Israeli Minister Miri Regev Celebrates Fourth Grandchild

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Sofia Named Europe's Top City Destination for 2027
Culture · 3 sources · 51m ago

Sofia Named Europe's Top City Destination for 2027

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Ongoing stories

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Day 17 · 41 updates

Ex-Shin Bet Chief Ronen Bar to Sue Netanyahu Over Classified Document Claims

Former Shin Bet Chief Sues Netanyahu Over October 7th Blame
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Israeli Real Estate Developers See Sales Jump, But Recovery Remains Uneven

Israeli Housing Market Shows Mixed Signals Amid High Inventory
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US Prepares Sweeping Sanctions Against International Criminal Court

US Sanctions ICC Amidst Global Justice Debate
17 minutes ago
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Food Company Tomer Mazon Faces Deepening Crisis Amidst Trading Suspension

Food Importer Tomer Mazon Reviews Merger Impact Amid Financial Restatements
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Ex-Shin Bet Chief Sues Netanyahu for Defamation, Cites Refusal to Assassinate Sinwar

Ex-Shin Bet Chief Sues Netanyahu for Defamation, Cites Refusal to Assassinate Sinwar

Former Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar is suing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for NIS 3 million in defamation over a tweet blaming Bar for the October 7th failures. Bar claims Netanyahu refused to assassinate Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar due to fears of personal retaliation. The lawsuit also details alleged warnings about the October 7th attack and disputes over government proposals regarding Hamas control in the West Bank.

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Yemen's Houthis Aim to Produce Advanced Ballistic Missiles With Chinese Parts

Yemen's Houthis Aim to Produce Advanced Ballistic Missiles With Chinese Parts

The Houthi rebels in Yemen are attempting to produce advanced ballistic missiles using components from a Chinese supplier, according to a Conflict Armament Research report. These missiles could have a range of up to 1,900 km, threatening Israel and Saudi Arabia. The Houthis are reportedly becoming more self-sufficient in weapons production, diversifying their supply chains beyond Iran. The report highlights the role of Chinese companies in supplying dual-use and specialized missile components, despite China's stated adherence to UN arms embargoes.

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Rami Levy and Israir Offer Flights to New York for $909

Rami Levy and Israir Offer Flights to New York for $909

Rami Levy's SuperFly credit card holders can book round-trip flights to New York with Israir for $909, including taxes and luggage. The limited-time offer is valid until March 2027 and is part of Rami Levy's strategy to offer savings in the travel sector. Customers must purchase a voucher on the Rami Levy club website and then redeem it on the Israir website.

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World

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Argentina Seeks International Court Order Against UK Falklands Drilling

Argentina Seeks International Court Order Against UK Falklands Drilling

Argentina has asked the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea to order an emergency halt to UK-led drilling near the Falkland Islands, citing a sovereignty dispute. The drilling involves an Israeli company and Argentina argues it violates international law. The tribunal has the power to issue an injunction against the operations.

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Tech

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Oak Leads LinkedIn's List of Israel's Most Desired Startups

LinkedIn's annual ranking of Israel's most desired startups places Oak at number one, followed by doubleAI and Wonderful. The list evaluates companies based on workforce growth, candidate interest, and talent acquisition. To qualify, startups must meet strict criteria including being privately held, having at least 30 employees, and operating for a maximum of seven years. Companies with significant layoffs were excluded from consideration.

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Culture

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Jerusalem's Piccolino Restaurant Closes After 35 Years

Jerusalem's kosher Italian restaurant Piccolino is closing at the end of October after 35 years. The founding families announced the decision, citing a desire for rest after decades of operation. The restaurant was a significant part of the community, hosting celebrations and engaging in social activism. The family stated the closure is not due to a crisis but a personal decision to take a break.

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