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The Desk22:00 bulletinSharon Gal Departs i24NEWS for Return to Channel 141:32
Politics · 14m ago

Israeli Elections Viewed as Political Theater Amidst War and Constitutional Crisis

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IDF Chief of Staff: Attack Foiled, Terrorists Carried Large Cache of Ammunition

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World

Two Tragic Funerals Held Back-to-Back in Yitzhar Settlement

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Netanyahu Holds Security Meeting After Judea Shooting Attack

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Politics

Religious Zionism's "Phantom Limb" Syndrome: A Political Identity Crisis

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Politics

Israeli Politics Overwhelmed by Minor Figures Ahead of Crucial Election

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IDF Forces Neutralize Terrorists After Deadly Hebron Area Shooting

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IDF Responds to Terror Attack at Yehuda Junction, Neutralizing Assailants

IDF Responds to Terror Attack at Yehuda Junction, Neutralizing Assailants
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Security

Five Wounded in West Bank Shooting Attack; Two Critically Hurt

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Across the Israeli press

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Security · 26 sources · 10h ago

Israel, US Plan Iran Strikes Post-Midterms Amid Military Caution

Security · 11 sources · 13h ago

Israel's Defense Minister Accuses Opposition of Aiding Enemies

Health · 9 sources · 10h ago

Recall Issued for Beit Yehuda Fruit Compote Over Potential Polymer Particles

Security · 12 sources · 14h ago

Boy, 8, Dies After Being Hit by Bus in Negev Hit-and-Run

Economy · 18 sources · 21h ago

Israel's Interest Rate Hold Linked to Elections, Global Pressures

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Israeli Military Chief Warns of Surprise Attack Amid High Alert

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Dollar Surges to 3.03 Shekels Amid Iran Tensions and Interest Rate Cut

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IDF Chief of Staff Warns of Escalation Potential in West Bank

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Religious Zionist Rabbis Back Smotrich Amid Funding Concerns

Rabbis and heads of educational institutions, many of whom lead government-funded organizations, are publicly supporting the Religious Zionist Party and its leader, Bezalel Smotrich. A petition has been filed alleging the misuse of public funds for political campaigning by these institutions. Significant government funding, totaling hundreds of millions of shekels, flows to these organizations, raising concerns about undue influence. The Ministry of Education has stated it will investigate any violations of its regulations.

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IDF Confirms Terrorists Killed, Villages Near Hebron Under Lockdown

IDF Confirms Terrorists Killed, Villages Near Hebron Under Lockdown

The IDF confirmed the killing of two terrorists after a shooting attack near the Yehuda Junction in the Judean Brigade area. A lockdown was imposed on several nearby villages as IDF forces continued their search operations. The incident prompted a swift military response and security measures.

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Economy

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Israel to See 2.1% Rise in Regulated Egg Prices Starting November 1

Regulated egg prices in Israel will increase by 2.1% starting November 1, 2026, adding up to 33 agorot per 12-egg carton. This adjustment is part of an automatic pricing mechanism implemented in 2023 to reflect production and marketing cost changes. The system aims to provide stable prices for consumers and prevent losses for farmers by reducing reliance on political decisions for price updates.

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World

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Quiz Tests Knowledge of Arab Nations at Abraham Accords Signing

A quiz from the "Mashav" channel, run by the Tzohar Rabbinical Organization, challenges users to identify Arab nations present at the Abraham Accords signing. The quiz focuses on content related to shared Jewish identity in Israel.

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Or Yehuda Hosts National Conference on AI and Educational Leadership

Or Yehuda Hosts National Conference on AI and Educational Leadership

Or Yehuda hosted a national conference for local education leaders on artificial intelligence and leadership, exploring the balance between technology and human values. Discussions emphasized that AI and "heart intelligence" are complementary, with educators needing to foster empathy alongside technological tools. The event featured student AI projects and expert talks, concluding with a call to rethink the role of schools and graduates in the AI era.

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Culture

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Israeli Rapper Stilla Calls for Unity Amid Political Division

Israeli rapper Dor Soroker, known as Stilla, recounted a heated political argument with a taxi driver that evolved into a call for national unity. He argued that their intense disagreement stemmed from a shared love for Israel, not hate, and urged the public to embrace understanding over animosity. This reflection follows a recent commercial success for Stilla and his partner Nes, whose song "Shopping List" was licensed for advertising.

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