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Politics · 29 outlets · 56m ago

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

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Student's Death Highlights Disputed Responsibility for Unexploded Ordnance Cleanup

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Security

Israel's Defense Minister Threatens Hezbollah Leaders

13 sources · 56m ago

Security

Tel Aviv Construction Site Shut After Historic Building Collapse

19 sources · 1h ago16

Sports

Maccabi Haifa President Yaakov Shahar Seeks $100 Million Sale

12 sources · 11m ago2

Politics

Colombia Inaugurates Jerusalem Embassy, Restoring Ties With Israel

18 sources · 1h ago4

Across the Israeli press

how each group of the press covered the same events

Security · 13 sources · 4h ago

Israeli Officials Deny Meeting Egyptian Intelligence Chief Before Oct. 7

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Security · 9 sources · 3h ago

Netanyahu Confirms Egyptian Spy Chief Visited Israel Before Oct. 7 Attack

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Security · 20 sources · 7h ago

Bus Driver Killed, 19 Injured in Truck Collision on Northern Israel Highway

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Health · 12 sources · 4h ago

Health Ministry Warns Public Against Unidentified Food Products

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Health · 10 sources · 6h ago

Infant Hospitalized With Preventable Meningitis in Jerusalem

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How the headlines differ

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Education Ministry Investigates Deviation from Approved Route After Fatal Unexploded Ordnance Incident

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One Dead, 20 Injured in Unexploded Ordnance Blast During School Trip

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Developing

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Security · 4 sources · 29m ago

Intel Factory Explosion in Kiryat Gat Claims Life of Injured Worker

+3 newsrooms in 90 min

Ongoing stories

events that did not end yesterday

Day 32 · 16 updates

Hapoel Tel Aviv Basketball Team's Full Foreign Roster Arrives for Super Cup

Hapoel Tel Aviv Dominates Besiktas in EuroLeague Victory

8 minutes ago

Day 28 · 5 updates

Prominent Rabbi Questions Noam Party's Political Strategy

Noam Party Holds Major Rally in Jerusalem

11 minutes ago

Day 41 · 86 updates

Poll Shows New Alliances Dim Likelihood of Opposition Forming Government

Bennett's Party Surges in New Poll Ahead of Elections

14 minutes ago

Day 23 · 3 updates

Israel U21 Coach Guy Luzon to Depart After European Qualifiers

Guy Luzon Resigns as Israel Youth Coach, Defends Record

18 minutes ago

Politics

Netanyahu Dismisses Shin Bet Lawsuit as 'Publicity Stunt'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu dismissed a NIS 3 million defamation lawsuit filed by former Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar as a "publicity stunt." Netanyahu refuted Bar's claims regarding pre-October 7th intelligence and communication failures, asserting that Bar could have used secure channels to reach him. The Prime Minister also criticized the halt of the State Comptroller's investigation into the events and discussed his own trial, calling it a "political hunt."

9 newsrooms1h ago

Colombia Seeks to Leave ICC Group, Opens Embassy in Jerusalem
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NYC Comptroller Mark Levine Reverses Pledge to Invest in Israel Bonds
6 newsrooms27m ago
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Israeli Lawmaker Kroizer Summoned for Questioning Over Alleged Assault on Police
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Security

Mystery Surrounds Egyptian Intelligence Chief's Pre-Oct. 7 Visit to Israel

Questions linger over the visit of former Egyptian intelligence chief Abbas Kamel to Israel on September 26, 2023, just before the October 7th Hamas attacks. Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu confirmed Kamel's arrival but denied meeting him, while a separate report suggested the plane carried businessmen instead. Former security officials also expressed unawareness of the visit, adding to the mystery surrounding its purpose and attendees.

3 newsrooms25m ago

10-Year-Old Boy Dies After Exploding Dumpster in Beitar Illit
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IDF Considers Awards for Heroes of October 7th Battles
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IDF Chief of Staff Warns of Escalation Risk on All Fronts
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Economy

Income Gaps in Israel Nearly Sevenfold, Spending Gaps Less Than Double

Israel's Central Bureau of Statistics reported that in 2024, the highest income decile earned nearly seven times more than the lowest, with net monthly incomes of NIS 49,496 and NIS 7,276 respectively. Spending gaps were less pronounced, with the top decile spending less than double the bottom. Income inequality slightly decreased, with the Gini coefficient falling to 0.333. Housing was the largest expense, and overall consumption spending saw a minimal real increase.

2 newsrooms4h ago

Kfar Qara Municipality Hosts Business Pulse Conference to Boost Local Economy
2 newsrooms4h ago
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Rami Levy and Israir Offer Flights to New York for $909
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Donkey Prices Skyrocket 30-Fold in Gaza Amidst War and Aid Speculation
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World

Torah Scroll Dedicated in Samaria to Fallen Officer Eitan Ben Yitzhak

A Torah scroll was dedicated in the new Samaria settlement of Rechavam in memory of Lieutenant Eitan Ben Yitzhak, who fell in battle in Rafah. The scroll was donated by Yael and Palmach Ze'evi, whose father, Minister Rehavam Ze'evi, is the namesake of the settlement. Eitan's mother, Michal Ben Yitzhak, spoke of choosing life, while Yael Ze'evi emphasized the need to hold both Torah and sword. The Head of the Samaria Regional Council announced plans for a new synagogue in Rechavam.

4 newsrooms1h ago

Chinese Buses Break Down, Stranding Passengers as Ministry Delays Action
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Record Numbers of Israelis Travel Abroad Amidst Global Hostility
Haaretz English2h ago
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Iran and Turkey Protest October 7 Mention at Interfaith Summit in Astana
Israel National News2h ago
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Tech

Israeli Startup Zenzap Raises $44 Million to Replace Workplace WhatsApp

Israeli startup Zenzap has launched its AI-powered workplace communication platform, raising $44 million in funding. The company aims to replace informal messaging apps like WhatsApp for work coordination with a secure, enterprise-grade solution. Zenzap integrates AI agents directly into team chats to automate tasks and improve collaboration for non-desk workers. The funding will support product development, sales expansion, and international growth, with clients including FedEx and Starbucks.

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Israeli Startup Zenzap Raises $44 Million for AI Workplace Collaboration
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Israeli AI Startup Zenzap Raises $44 Million for Collaborative AI Platform
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Israeli Startup Zenzap Raises $44 Million for Workplace Chat App
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Culture

Model Agents Roberto Ben Shushan and Rotem Gur Split After Decade

Model agents Roberto Ben Shushan and Rotem Gur have dissolved their successful decade-long partnership, R&R Model Agency. Gur acquired Ben Shushan's stake for approximately NIS 2 million, becoming the sole owner of the agency that represents top Israeli models. The agency has been instrumental in launching international careers for models like Sophia Machatner.

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Rare 'Noam Elimelech' Book Expected to Fetch Over $2 Million at Auction
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Rabbi's Birthday Reflection: Tears and Blessings Shared
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Israeli Actor Itai Turgeman Reveals Struggle With Severe Alcohol Addiction
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Israeli and Hebrew news, translated to clear English — today's top stories

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

Israel Approves NIS 1 Billion Transfer to Fund Apache Helicopter Purchase

Man Dies From Injuries Sustained in Kiryat Gat Intel Factory Explosion

Bedouin Man Sentenced to 24 Years for Spying for Gaza Terror Group While in IDF

Student's Death Highlights Disputed Responsibility for Unexploded Ordnance Cleanup

Israel's Defense Minister Threatens Hezbollah Leaders

Tel Aviv Construction Site Shut After Historic Building Collapse

Maccabi Haifa President Yaakov Shahar Seeks $100 Million Sale

Colombia Inaugurates Jerusalem Embassy, Restoring Ties With Israel

Across the Israeli press

Israeli Officials Deny Meeting Egyptian Intelligence Chief Before Oct. 7

Netanyahu Confirms Egyptian Spy Chief Visited Israel Before Oct. 7 Attack

Bus Driver Killed, 19 Injured in Truck Collision on Northern Israel Highway

Health Ministry Warns Public Against Unidentified Food Products

Infant Hospitalized With Preventable Meningitis in Jerusalem

How the headlines differ

Education Ministry Investigates Deviation from Approved Route After Fatal Unexploded Ordnance Incident

One Dead, 20 Injured in Unexploded Ordnance Blast During School Trip

Developing

Intel Factory Explosion in Kiryat Gat Claims Life of Injured Worker

Ongoing stories

Hapoel Tel Aviv Basketball Team's Full Foreign Roster Arrives for Super Cup

Prominent Rabbi Questions Noam Party's Political Strategy

Poll Shows New Alliances Dim Likelihood of Opposition Forming Government

Israel U21 Coach Guy Luzon to Depart After European Qualifiers

Politics

Netanyahu Dismisses Shin Bet Lawsuit as 'Publicity Stunt'

Colombia Seeks to Leave ICC Group, Opens Embassy in Jerusalem

NYC Comptroller Mark Levine Reverses Pledge to Invest in Israel Bonds

Israeli Lawmaker Kroizer Summoned for Questioning Over Alleged Assault on Police

Security

Mystery Surrounds Egyptian Intelligence Chief's Pre-Oct. 7 Visit to Israel

10-Year-Old Boy Dies After Exploding Dumpster in Beitar Illit

IDF Considers Awards for Heroes of October 7th Battles

IDF Chief of Staff Warns of Escalation Risk on All Fronts

Economy

Income Gaps in Israel Nearly Sevenfold, Spending Gaps Less Than Double

Kfar Qara Municipality Hosts Business Pulse Conference to Boost Local Economy

Rami Levy and Israir Offer Flights to New York for $909

Donkey Prices Skyrocket 30-Fold in Gaza Amidst War and Aid Speculation

World

Torah Scroll Dedicated in Samaria to Fallen Officer Eitan Ben Yitzhak

Chinese Buses Break Down, Stranding Passengers as Ministry Delays Action

Record Numbers of Israelis Travel Abroad Amidst Global Hostility

Iran and Turkey Protest October 7 Mention at Interfaith Summit in Astana

Tech

Israeli Startup Zenzap Raises $44 Million to Replace Workplace WhatsApp

Israeli Startup Zenzap Raises $44 Million for AI Workplace Collaboration

Israeli AI Startup Zenzap Raises $44 Million for Collaborative AI Platform

Israeli Startup Zenzap Raises $44 Million for Workplace Chat App

Culture

Model Agents Roberto Ben Shushan and Rotem Gur Split After Decade

Rare 'Noam Elimelech' Book Expected to Fetch Over $2 Million at Auction

Rabbi's Birthday Reflection: Tears and Blessings Shared

Israeli Actor Itai Turgeman Reveals Struggle With Severe Alcohol Addiction