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The Desk18:00 bulletinIsrael Aims to Significantly Boost Physician Numbers by 20351:29
Two Workers Dead After Intel Plant Explosion in Kiryat Gat
Security · 29 outlets · 5m ago

Two Workers Dead After Intel Plant Explosion in Kiryat Gat

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Ex-Shin Bet Chief Sues Netanyahu for Defamation Over Oct. 7 Claims

Ex-Shin Bet Chief Sues Netanyahu for Defamation Over Oct. 7 Claims
32 sources · 1h ago6

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Knesset Speaker Ohana Condemns 'Abhorrent Lie' of Genocide Accusations at European Council

8 sources · 12m ago2

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Delegations Walk Out During Israeli President's Speech at Asian Summit

Delegations Walk Out During Israeli President's Speech at Asian Summit
14 sources · 49m ago7

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Likud and Religious Zionism to Deploy Activists at Arab Polling Stations

Likud and Religious Zionism to Deploy Activists at Arab Polling Stations
9 sources · 1h ago

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Israel Blocks US Firm From Building Gaza Base for International Force

Israel Blocks US Firm From Building Gaza Base for International Force
8 sources · 28m ago

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Technical Failure Caused Deadly Blast at Intel Factory in Kiryat Gat

3 sources · 32m ago4

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Man Found Tortured and Murdered Near Golani Junction Identified

15 sources · 13m ago3

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Maccabi Haifa Owner Seeks Buyer for Club in Potential $100 Million Deal

Maccabi Haifa Owner Seeks Buyer for Club in Potential $100 Million Deal
15 sources · 24m ago2

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Across the Israeli press

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Health · 9 sources · 1h ago

Israel Aims to Significantly Boost Physician Numbers by 2035

Security · 19 sources · 5h ago

Child Killed in Beitar Illit Explosion After Fire Ignites

Politics · 21 sources · 3h ago

Israelis Abroad Begin Voting for 2026 Knesset Elections

Security · 12 sources · 6h ago

Israel Blocks International Force Base in Gaza, Halting Trump Plan

Security · 28 sources · 8h ago

Fourth Fatality Reported in Intel Factory Explosion in Kiryat Gat

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Knesset Speaker Holds Up Holocaust Book, Denounces Genocide Claims

Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana presented a Holocaust memorial book in Rome, emphasizing that Israel is not committing genocide and denouncing such claims as a "despicable lie." He used a 1,250-page book with "Jew" printed six million times to illustrate the scale of the Holocaust and stated that the October 7th victims were deliberate targets. Ohana urged European leaders to stand with Israel against extremism and met with delegations from several European countries.

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IDF Ultra-Orthodox Draft Dodger Arrest Operation Canceled Last Minute

IDF Ultra-Orthodox Draft Dodger Arrest Operation Canceled Last Minute

An IDF operation to arrest ultra-Orthodox draft dodgers, planned for next week, was canceled due to a severe dispute between the IDF and the Israel Police over who is responsible for managing public disturbances during arrests. The IDF claims the police demanded IDF soldiers handle public order, while the police say the IDF leads the arrests and they are only assisting. This follows previous delays due to sensitivity and a clarification from the Attorney General that the IDF must conduct these operations. Data shows the Military Police have failed to respond promptly to random encounters with draft dodgers.

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Dollar Hits 18-Month Global High, Reaches 3.1 Shekels Amid Inflation Fears

Dollar Hits 18-Month Global High, Reaches 3.1 Shekels Amid Inflation Fears

The U.S. dollar reached a new 18-month global high and hit 3.1 shekels against the Israeli currency, its strongest point since April 8, following strong U.S. inflation data. The figures revived expectations of a Federal Reserve interest rate hike, with traders now pricing in a 67% chance of a hold at the upcoming meeting. Global financial leaders in Bangkok discussed debt concerns, with the IMF urging fiscal adjustments and the euro weakening amid oil price rises and worries about France's fiscal health.

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Wikipedia Bias Against Israel Persists, New ADL Study Finds

A new study by the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) found that biased edits concerning Israel persist on Wikipedia, even after editors were banned. The report highlights that a significant portion of edits by banned users remain in key articles, and new accounts are continuing to influence content. The ADL is calling for a comprehensive review of affected articles and for AI companies to be cautious about using Wikipedia content.

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WhatsApp Rolls Out Feature Allowing Non-Users to Join Calls

WhatsApp has introduced a new feature allowing people without a WhatsApp account to join voice and video calls using a web browser. The calls remain free, encrypted, and unlimited in duration. This update aims to expand the service's accessibility for professional and business use. The feature is rolling out gradually worldwide, with availability in Israel expected in the coming weeks.

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Culture

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South Film Festival Marks 25 Years With Premieres and Creator Events

The South Film Festival in Sderot will celebrate its 25th anniversary from November 1-5 with screenings, premieres, and creator events. The festival will feature new Israeli series and films, including "Bash and Water" and "What About a Child?", alongside works by alumni and local creators. A tribute to editor Nili Flier and a program focusing on life in the Western Negev after October 7th are also planned, along with an international program featuring Swiss director Thomas Imbach.

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