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The Desk13:00 bulletinIsraeli Government Approves $700 Million Budget Cut for Ministries to Fund Military Purchases1:51
Israel Approves $700 Million Budget Cuts for Defense Needs
Politics · 17 outlets · 22m ago

Israel Approves $700 Million Budget Cuts for Defense Needs

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TV Host Yinon Magal Clarifies 'Monkey' Remark About Gadi Eisenkot

TV Host Yinon Magal Clarifies 'Monkey' Remark About Gadi Eisenkot
18 sources · 37m ago6

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US Demands Israel Act Forcefully Against Settler Violence

US Demands Israel Act Forcefully Against Settler Violence
10 sources · 29m ago2

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Israeli Government Approves $700 Million Cut for Defense Needs

Israeli Government Approves $700 Million Cut for Defense Needs
8 sources · 17m ago3

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Culture

Billionaire John Paulson Donates Record $250 Million to Hebrew University

Billionaire John Paulson Donates Record $250 Million to Hebrew University
16 sources · 1h ago

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Minister May Golan to Be Questioned by Police This Week

Minister May Golan to Be Questioned by Police This Week
7 sources · 45m ago

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Haredi Protesters Block Major Interchange Over Draft Evader Arrests

Haredi Protesters Block Major Interchange Over Draft Evader Arrests
25 sources · 2h ago12

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Bnei Brak Murderer Sentenced to 25 Years of Forced Psychiatric Hospitalization

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Settlers Attack European Diplomatic Delegation in Taybeh, Injure French Mayor

Settlers Attack European Diplomatic Delegation in Taybeh, Injure French Mayor
21 sources · 3h ago8

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Across the Israeli press

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Security · 5 sources · 55m ago

MK Yitzhak Kroizer to Be Questioned by Police Over Altercation

Politics · 5 sources · 1h ago

Iran's Parliament Approves New Defense Minister Amid Regional Tensions

Economy · 9 sources · 1h ago

AliExpress Launches Customer Loyalty Program in Israel Ahead of November Sales

Security · 10 sources · 3h ago

Teenager Fatally Stabbed in Ashkelon; Manhunt Underway

Security · 16 sources · 6h ago

Settlers Attack European Diplomats, Palestinian Olive Harvesters in West Bank

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Security · 4 sources · 30m ago

Major Road Upgrade Connects Gush Etzion and Jerusalem

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Economy · 3 sources · 50m ago

Economists Warn Sanctions on Settlements Could Harm Israel's Entire Economy

+3 newsrooms in 90 min
General · 3 sources · 19m ago

Prominent Israeli Businessman Moti Sander Dies at 67

+3 newsrooms in 90 min
Weather · 3 sources · 59m ago

Israel Weather Service Issues Yellow Warning for Dangerous Sea Conditions

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Ongoing stories

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Day 8 · 16 updates

Memorial Event Marks 13 Years Since Passing of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef

Annual Commemoration for Rabbi Ovadia Yosef Held in Northern Israel
11 minutes ago
Day 28 · 3 updates

Israeli Mortgage Uptake Hits Record High Amid Shifting Loan Preferences

Israeli Mortgage Demand Remains Strong Despite Seasonal Dip
15 minutes ago
Day 8 · 20 updates

Knesset Member Kroizer Files Complaint Against Police for Excessive Force

MK Kroizer Accuses Law Enforcement of Political Persecution
16 minutes ago
Day 41 · 6 updates

Sanctions on Settlements Could Impact Israeli Banks, Report Warns

Economists Warn Settlement Expansion, Jewish Terror Threaten Israel's Economy
17 minutes ago

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Lebanon Sets Date for US-Mediated Talks with Israel

Lebanon Sets Date for US-Mediated Talks with Israel

Lebanese President Aoun announced that the next round of negotiations with Israel will occur on October 20 in Tampa, Florida, with US support. A Lebanese military delegation will attend to seek de-escalation and adhere to a framework agreement. The talks occur amid ongoing Israeli military operations in southern Lebanon and diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict.

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Security Coordinators Protest Detainee's Treatment, Demand Defense Minister Intervention

Security Coordinators Protest Detainee's Treatment, Demand Defense Minister Intervention

Security coordinators protested Sunday outside the Kirya in Tel Aviv over the arrest and alleged harsh detention of a Samaria security official. Protesters claim the detainee was held in a small dungeon, demanding the Defense Minister intervene. Nearly 100 coordinators signed a letter warning a "red line has been crossed" regarding the treatment of civilian security personnel.

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Zara and Other Inditex Brands End Free Shipping in Israel

Zara and Other Inditex Brands End Free Shipping in Israel

Zara and other Inditex brands in Israel, including Bershka and Pull&Bear, are eliminating free shipping starting in October, introducing a 14.90 shekel fee for all home deliveries. The company is also closing physical stores, including Zara in Beer Sheva and Zara Home in Ayalon Mall. Returns via courier will also incur additional charges. These changes come as the parent company, Inditex, reports strong global sales growth but continues to reduce its overall store count worldwide.

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Israelis Feel Safer at Home Than Abroad, Author Argues

An Israeli journalist argues that Jerusalem is now safer for Jews than Paris, contrasting a 2004 visit to Paris with current conditions. While Paris has increased security and experienced riots, Jerusalem has become more relaxed. The author suggests that European cities like Paris and Rome are now unsafe for Jews wearing religious symbols, unlike Jerusalem. Recent protests in France and Italy have also included anti-Israel sentiment.

Arutz Sheva

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Israeli AI Firm PointFive Appoints Akiva Keats as VP of Marketing

Israeli AI company PointFive has appointed Akiva Keats as its new VP of Marketing and Partnerships. Keats, an early employee, previously built the company's partnership network. The company develops AI efficiency platforms like TokenShift, addressing challenges in AI cost management for organizations. PointFive, founded in 2023, has raised $96 million and serves Fortune 500 clients.

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Kabbalist Leads Prayer Mission Across Europe for Israel

Kabbalist Rabbi Natanel Shriki led a prayer mission with over 50 students across Europe, visiting significant Jewish sites in the Czech Republic, Lithuania, and Poland. The prayers focused on the welfare of the Jewish people, IDF soldiers, and protection against regional threats. A particularly emotional stop was made at the Majdanek concentration camp to commemorate Holocaust victims. The mission also included prayers for the victims of the October 7th massacre.

Kikar HaShabbat

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