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The Desk21:00 bulletinBedouin Man Sentenced to 24 Years for Spying for Gaza Terror Group While in IDF1:23
Colombia Inaugurates Jerusalem Embassy, Restoring Ties With Israel
Politics · 19 outlets · 1h ago

Colombia Inaugurates Jerusalem Embassy, Restoring Ties With Israel

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Bedouin Man Sentenced to 24.5 Years for Infiltrating IDF for Gaza Terror Group

Bedouin Man Sentenced to 24.5 Years for Infiltrating IDF for Gaza Terror Group
15 sources · 2h ago

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

Ex-Shin Bet Chief Sues Netanyahu for Defamation Over Oct. 7 Claims
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Customs Officers Seize 300 Plants Smuggled From Thailand at Ben Airport

Customs Officers Seize 300 Plants Smuggled From Thailand at Ben Airport
11 sources · 1h ago

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Israel Signs $988 Million Deal for 12 Advanced Apache Helicopters

Israel Signs $988 Million Deal for 12 Advanced Apache Helicopters
7 sources · 1h ago

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Intel Factory Explosion in Kiryat Gat Claims One Life

Intel Factory Explosion in Kiryat Gat Claims One Life
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Israel Approves NIS 1 Billion Transfer to Fund Apache Helicopter Purchase

Israel Approves NIS 1 Billion Transfer to Fund Apache Helicopter Purchase
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Israel Can Reduce Reliance on Qatar for Gaza Aid

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Israel's Transportation Ministry Ordered Ethiopian Airlines Jet Turned Back

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Across the Israeli press

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Security · 19 sources · 4h ago

Tel Aviv Construction Site Shut After Historic Building Collapse

Sports · 13 sources · 2h ago

Maccabi Haifa Owner Yaakov Shahar Announces Intent to Sell Club

Politics · 6 sources · 2h ago

New York Mayor Praises Comptroller's Decision on Israeli Bonds

Security · 13 sources · 7h ago

Israeli Officials Deny Meeting Egyptian Intelligence Chief Before Oct. 7

Security · 20 sources · 10h ago

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

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Elad Municipality Officials Targeted in Stun Grenade and Arson Attacks
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Elad Municipality Officials Targeted in Stun Grenade and Arson Attacks

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Yinon Magal Confirms Split From Ben Caspit Radio Show
General · 3 sources · 1h ago

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Colombia Quits Anti-Israel Bloc, Opens Embassy in Jerusalem

Colombia Quits Anti-Israel Bloc, Opens Embassy in Jerusalem

Colombia's Foreign Minister Omar Bolivar Escobar announced his country's withdrawal from the "Hague Group," an anti-Israel bloc, during the inauguration of Colombia's embassy in Jerusalem. Escobar called the event "historic" and expressed deep emotion, stating Colombia stands with Israel against what he termed a "barbaric attack." Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu highlighted the renewed ties and potential for future cooperation, while Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar emphasized Jerusalem's status as Israel's united capital.

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Student's Death Highlights Disputed Responsibility for Unexploded Ordnance Cleanup

Student's Death Highlights Disputed Responsibility for Unexploded Ordnance Cleanup

A student's death in northern Israel from an unexploded ordnance explosion has exposed a dispute over cleanup responsibility between the Defense Ministry and the police. Elazar Yair Wilensky, 14, was killed and 24 others injured when he handled the device. The IDF believes it was a Hezbollah cluster munition, and thousands of such remnants may still be present. The incident highlights the need for increased public awareness and education regarding these dangers.

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US Inflation Surges Unexpectedly, Raising Questions for Bank of Israel Interest Rates

US Inflation Surges Unexpectedly, Raising Questions for Bank of Israel Interest Rates

Annual inflation in the U.S. unexpectedly climbed to 3.7% in September, surprising analysts and exceeding August's rate. Rising oil prices and refinery margins were cited as key drivers. This surge has diminished market expectations for an interest rate cut by the Bank of Israel, with some now anticipating a potential hike.

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Torah Scroll Dedicated in Samaria to Fallen Officer Eitan Ben Yitzhak

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.

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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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Film ‘Waves’ Explores Resistance and Tragedy at Prague Radio Station

The film ‘Waves,’ directed by Jirí Mádl, dramatizes the resistance at a Prague radio station against Soviet control from 1967-1968. It follows two brothers, one an activist and the other a technician who becomes an informant under duress. The movie depicts the Prague Spring and the subsequent Soviet invasion, highlighting the challenges of political opposition. Described as a tribute to news media, the film contrasts the era's resistance with modern events.

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