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The Desk21:00 bulletinItaly Investigates Israeli Officials Over Gaza Flotilla Activist Abuse Claims1:30
Washington Post Photographer Attacked During Olive Harvest in West Bank
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Washington Post Photographer Attacked During Olive Harvest in West Bank

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China Urges Israel to Halt West Bank Settlement Expansion

China Urges Israel to Halt West Bank Settlement Expansion
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Italy Investigates Israeli Officials Over Gaza Flotilla Activist Abuse Claims

Italy Investigates Israeli Officials Over Gaza Flotilla Activist Abuse Claims
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Israeli Researcher Jailed in Russia, Family and Officials Lack Information

Israeli Researcher Jailed in Russia, Family and Officials Lack Information
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Hadassah Hospital Opens First Overseas Medical Center in Cyprus

Hadassah Hospital Opens First Overseas Medical Center in Cyprus
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Israeli Rabbi Issues Controversial Fatwa Sanctioning Seizure of Palestinian Olives

Israeli Rabbi Issues Controversial Fatwa Sanctioning Seizure of Palestinian Olives
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Colombia Deepens Ties With Israel, Considers Holocaust Alliance Membership

Colombia Deepens Ties With Israel, Considers Holocaust Alliance Membership
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US Deficit Nears $2 Trillion as Debt Interest Tops $1 Trillion

US Deficit Nears $2 Trillion as Debt Interest Tops $1 Trillion
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Italy Expands Gaza Flotilla Probe to Include Israeli Defense Minister and IDF Chief

Italy Expands Gaza Flotilla Probe to Include Israeli Defense Minister and IDF Chief
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Economy · 19 sources · 13h ago

Proofpoint Acquires Israeli Cybersecurity Firm Varonis for $6.3 Billion

Politics · 32 sources · 1d ago

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

Security · 29 sources · 1d ago

Two Workers Dead After Intel Plant Explosion in Kiryat Gat

Security · 9 sources · 14h ago

One Seriously Injured in Two-Truck Collision on Highway 6

Security · 13 sources · 1d ago

Netanyahu Reveals Direct Call to Syrian Leader After Damascus Strike

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Israel Not Expected to Launch Preemptive Strike on Iran Before Elections

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Netanyahu Eyeing Broad Government Post-Election, Ben Gvir Camp Fears Exclusion

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Trump Says Israel Aided Saudi Arabia Against Houthis, Sees Abraham Accords Revival

Trump Says Israel Aided Saudi Arabia Against Houthis, Sees Abraham Accords Revival

Former U.S. President Donald Trump stated that Israel has aided Saudi Arabia against the Houthis and believes the Abraham Accords are "back on the table." Reports suggest Israeli help focused on intelligence, with potential Saudi requests for defense systems linked to normalization. However, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman reportedly distrusts Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and opposes Israeli military intervention in Yemen, maintaining that a sovereign Palestinian state is a prerequisite for normalization.

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Ex-Shin Bet Official Calls for Full Probe Into October 7 Failures

Ex-Shin Bet Official Calls for Full Probe Into October 7 Failures

Former Shin Bet deputy head Yisrael Hasson is demanding a full investigation into the intelligence failures preceding the October 7 Hamas attack. His call comes amid public disagreements between senior officials, including Avi Gill and Ronen Bar, which contradict Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's narrative. Hasson criticized the public blame game and the lack of specific warnings despite the attack's scale, emphasizing the comprehensive intelligence view held by the Prime Minister's Military Secretary.

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Israeli Workers Face Significant Pension Shortfalls Due to Employer Non-Compliance

Israeli Workers Face Significant Pension Shortfalls Due to Employer Non-Compliance

Israeli employees are facing significant financial losses due to employers failing to make mandatory pension contributions, amounting to approximately 21,000 shekels for a worker with two years of non-compliance. The law mandates employers contribute 18.5% of an employee's salary up to a cap, with shortfalls impacting future retirement income. Employees can file claims for missed contributions and potential investment returns, with a seven-year statute of limitations. Legal action can be taken through labor courts or enforcement units, and failure to transfer deducted funds can lead to criminal charges.

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FlyDubai Extends Flight Cancellations to Israel Until November 2026

FlyDubai Extends Flight Cancellations to Israel Until November 2026

FlyDubai has extended its flight cancellations between Tel Aviv and Dubai until November 15, 2026, following an earlier incident involving its crew. Affected passengers can rebook flights for free within a 30-day window or receive a full refund. The airline has notified travel agencies of the new terms for customers whose flights were canceled in early November.

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Apple's Foldable iPhone Duo Sells Out Pre-Orders Through January

Apple's Foldable iPhone Duo Sells Out Pre-Orders Through January

Apple's foldable iPhone Duo pre-orders have sold out, with some deliveries delayed until the end of January due to high demand. The company is continuing to accept orders online as it ramps up production. Prices for the device start at $1,999 and go up to over $3,000, with Israeli pricing ranging from 8,199 to 12,199 shekels.

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Beloved Israeli Comedian Shlomo Baraba Departs 'Zehu Ze!' After Decades

Beloved Israeli Comedian Shlomo Baraba Departs 'Zehu Ze!' After Decades

Veteran Israeli actor and comedian Shlomo Baraba is leaving the iconic sketch comedy show "Zehu Ze!" after decades, citing a desire to pursue other projects at age 76. Baraba, who returned for the show's 2020 revival alongside original cast members, will not be retiring from acting and has other ongoing projects. The public broadcasting corporation Kan 11 confirmed the show will continue with new actors and refreshed content.

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