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The Central Elections Committee has approved the final results of the 26th Knesset elections, allocating 120 mandates to the parties. Committee Chairman Noam Sohlberg affirmed the democratic principle of respecting election outcomes despite ongoing investigations into some alleged irregularities. The final mandate distribution places Likud with 27 seats and Yesh Atid with 21. The approved results will now be submitted to the President and officially published.

Hamal1h ago

Ben-Gvir Demands Arrest of Arab Party Leaders Over Election Funding Probe
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Elections Committee Finalizes Results, Dismisses Doubts on Validity
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Jon Ossoff Wins Georgia Senate Reelection Amidst Israel Aid Debate
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Security

Retired Judge Warns of KGB-Style Investigations in Israel

Retired Judge Moshe Gilad warned that investigations into Arab party leaders without solid evidence could lead to Israeli security agencies becoming like the KGB. He acknowledged the Shin Bet chief's mandate but stressed the importance of legal processes and the role of the legal advisor. Gilad suggested political factors might be at play and that investigations must be grounded in law, not personal whims. He noted that one targeted individual had existing evidence against them.

Maariv1h ago

Barcelona Eyes Ajax Defender Yuri Baas in Winter Transfer Window
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Israeli Security Official Downplays Iran Chemical Weapons Threat
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Israel Warns US of Potential Iranian Chemical Weapons Use
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Economy

Court Rules Elderly Not Automatically Entitled to Urban Renewal Benefits

An Israeli court ruled that elderly residents are not automatically entitled to special benefits in urban renewal projects if they signed agreements before a relevant law amendment took effect on July 1, 2023. The Central District Court rejected an appeal by an elderly couple in Petah Tikva who sought benefits under the new law for a project by Kata Group. The ruling clarifies that the protections are not retroactive, and those who signed prior to the amendment are bound by original terms. The couple was ordered to pay legal costs.

Ice8m ago

Israeli Spending Shifts: Clothing Soars, Leisure Declines
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Caesarea Surfaces Delays Financial Reports Amid Legal Settlement Talks
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Israel Extends Fuel Tax Break, Averting Price Hike
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World

Israel Nears 80th Year Amid 'Curse' Theory of National Collapse

Israel is approaching its 80th year, a milestone discussed in the context of the "80-year curse" theory, which suggests nations often face collapse around this age. Avi Johnny Azri discussed this theory with host Eliraz Sade on the "The 80-Year Curse" podcast. The podcast also explores societal divisions within Israel.

i24NEWS1h ago

Hebron Jewish Presence Grows, Nonprofit Seeks Public Support
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UN Watch Director Confronts Harvard Moderator Over UN Bias
Israel National News3h ago
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Ex-IDF Spokesperson Appointed to Lead Breaking the Silence
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Tech

Haifa Conference Explores AI Integration to Boost Arab Factories' Productivity

A conference in Haifa on November 3, 2026, focused on integrating artificial intelligence into industrial production to boost efficiency and support Arab factories. Organized by the Manufacturers Association, the event discussed practical AI solutions for challenges like predictive maintenance and automation. Key speakers highlighted the need for workforce training and adapting technologies to specific factory needs, with a particular emphasis on supporting Arab industries in this technological shift.

Alarab1h ago

Israeli Startup Explorium, Valued at $513 Million, Shuts Down
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AI Earbuds Promise Real-Time Translation, Breaking Language Barriers
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AI Earbuds Promise Real-Time Translation, Breaking Down Language Barriers
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Culture

Jerusalem Hosts Family Shabbat Event With Top Artists for $5

Jerusalem will hold a family-friendly musical Kabalat Shabbat event on Friday, November 6th, at the Pais Arena. The event, featuring popular Israeli artists, is part of Israeli Tourism Month and costs only 18 shekels per person. The initiative aims to boost domestic tourism with numerous discounted activities nationwide.

Maariv26m ago

Ayelet Hasson Refuses Ultimatum, Canceled from Broadcast
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Caspit and Magal to Resume Joint Broadcasts on 103FM After Dispute
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Faith and Effort: The Balance Between Divine Providence and Human Action
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Today

Iran Leader Warns US Elections Won't Prevent War

Shin Bet Expands Knesset Member Investigation to Lahav 433

Israel Seizes 200 Million Shekel Cigarette Smuggling Attempt at Ashdod Port

Russian Envoy Marks 35 Years of Renewed Ties, Praises Israel's Neutrality

US Aid Cut to Israel Could Harm American Interests

Former Consul Warns of Declining Israeli Popularity Post-US Midterms

Israeli MMA Fighter Pnina Aronov Reaches World Championship Semifinals

Explosive Device Found and Neutralized Near Nur al-Shams

Iran Mocks US Election Results, Declares Trump Defeated

Across the Israeli press

Massive Law Enforcement Operation in Umm Al-Fahm Leads to 47 Arrests, Seizure of Millions

Jenin Cell Arrested for Rocket and Explosives Manufacturing, Test Launches

Ben Gurion Airport Short-Stop Violations Surge 709%, Cameras Generate Millions

Ship Searched After Bomb Threat on Greek Island

Israeli Soccer Player Accused of Sexual Assault, Police Launch Investigation

How the headlines differ

Petah Tikva Murder: Husband Kills Wife, Then Himself; Daughters Unharmed

Jenin Cell Arrested for Rocket and Explosives Manufacturing, Test Launches

Developing

Israeli Journalist Refuses to Read Forced Apology on Air

Heavy Rain and Flooding Expected Across Central Israel This Weekend

Ongoing stories

Motorcyclist Dies After Crash on Highway 1 Near Jerusalem

Man Injured After Fall From Height in Kiryat Ata

Israeli Elections: Arab Parties Could Be Kingmakers, Professor Explains

Hapoel Tel Aviv Coach Downplays Championship Hopes After Big Win

Politics

Central Elections Committee Approves Final Knesset Election Results

Ben-Gvir Demands Arrest of Arab Party Leaders Over Election Funding Probe

Elections Committee Finalizes Results, Dismisses Doubts on Validity

Jon Ossoff Wins Georgia Senate Reelection Amidst Israel Aid Debate

Security

Retired Judge Warns of KGB-Style Investigations in Israel

Barcelona Eyes Ajax Defender Yuri Baas in Winter Transfer Window

Israeli Security Official Downplays Iran Chemical Weapons Threat

Israel Warns US of Potential Iranian Chemical Weapons Use

Economy

Court Rules Elderly Not Automatically Entitled to Urban Renewal Benefits

Israeli Spending Shifts: Clothing Soars, Leisure Declines

Caesarea Surfaces Delays Financial Reports Amid Legal Settlement Talks

Israel Extends Fuel Tax Break, Averting Price Hike

World

Israel Nears 80th Year Amid 'Curse' Theory of National Collapse

Hebron Jewish Presence Grows, Nonprofit Seeks Public Support

UN Watch Director Confronts Harvard Moderator Over UN Bias

Ex-IDF Spokesperson Appointed to Lead Breaking the Silence

Tech

Haifa Conference Explores AI Integration to Boost Arab Factories' Productivity

Israeli Startup Explorium, Valued at $513 Million, Shuts Down

AI Earbuds Promise Real-Time Translation, Breaking Language Barriers

AI Earbuds Promise Real-Time Translation, Breaking Down Language Barriers

Culture

Jerusalem Hosts Family Shabbat Event With Top Artists for $5

Ayelet Hasson Refuses Ultimatum, Canceled from Broadcast

Caspit and Magal to Resume Joint Broadcasts on 103FM After Dispute

Faith and Effort: The Balance Between Divine Providence and Human Action