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The Desk13:00 bulletinIsraeli Government Approves $700 Million Budget Cut for Ministries to Fund Military Purchases1:51
TV Host Yinon Magal Clarifies 'Monkey' Remark About Gadi Eisenkot
Politics · 18 outlets · 27m ago

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

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US Demands Israel Act Forcefully Against Settler Violence

US Demands Israel Act Forcefully Against Settler Violence
10 sources · 19m ago2

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Israel Approves $700 Million Budget Cuts for Defense Needs

Israel Approves $700 Million Budget Cuts for Defense Needs
16 sources · 53m ago3

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Billionaire John Paulson Donates Record $250 Million to Hebrew University

Billionaire John Paulson Donates Record $250 Million to Hebrew University
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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 · 35m ago

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Israeli Government Approves $700 Million Cut for Defense Needs

Israeli Government Approves $700 Million Cut for Defense Needs
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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 ago11

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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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Lebanon Sets Date for US-Mediated Talks with Israel

Lebanon Sets Date for US-Mediated Talks with Israel
9 sources · 1h ago

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Across the Israeli press

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Politics · 5 sources · 1h ago

Iran's Parliament Approves New Defense Minister Amid Regional Tensions

Economy · 9 sources · 59m ago

AliExpress Launches Customer Loyalty Program in Israel Ahead of November Sales

Security · 10 sources · 3h ago

Teenager Fatally Stabbed in Ashkelon; Manhunt Underway

Economy · 3 sources · 35m ago

Zara and Other Inditex Brands End Free Shipping in Israel

Security · 16 sources · 6h ago

Settlers Attack European Diplomats, Palestinian Olive Harvesters in West Bank

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Security · 4 sources · 20m ago

Major Road Upgrade Connects Gush Etzion and Jerusalem

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Economy · 3 sources · 39m ago

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

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Israel Weather Service Issues Yellow Warning for Dangerous Sea Conditions

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Sanctions on Settlements Could Impact Israeli Banks, Report Warns

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Israel to Switch to Winter Time in October, Affecting Daylight Hours

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Israeli Broadcaster's Racist Remarks Spark Political Firestorm

Israeli Broadcaster's Racist Remarks Spark Political Firestorm

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu condemned broadcaster Yinon Magal for calling politician Gadi Eisenkot a "monkey" and referencing his Moroccan heritage. Magal's remarks, made on the "Patriots" program, sparked widespread condemnation, with Netanyahu calling them "inappropriate" and a member of the Likud party court demanding an apology. Eisenkot responded, accusing Netanyahu of hiding Mizrahi figures in his party, as the incident highlights ongoing debates about ethnic and social rhetoric in Israeli politics.

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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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KFC Switches to Coca-Cola in US, Ending 40-Year Pepsi Partnership

KFC is ending a nearly 40-year partnership with Pepsi in the U.S. and switching to Coca-Cola across over 3,700 restaurants starting January 2027. This strategic move impacts the ongoing competition between the two beverage giants, with Coca-Cola's stock recently surging. The deal highlights the evolving nature of these partnerships, which now involve broader commercial terms beyond just beverage supply. In Israel, Coca-Cola maintains a dominant market position despite Pepsi's growth.

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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.

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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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Over 5,500 Register for Judea and Samaria Tourism Initiative

Over 5,500 people have registered for the ZOOZ tourism initiative in Judea and Samaria, which uses a WhatsApp bot for navigation and puzzles at 72 sites. Approximately 40% of users have visited sites, while others used it from home, solving over 17,000 puzzles with 86% satisfaction. Users earned over 260,000 "Zuzim" redeemable for local discounts, promoting the region's economy and heritage.

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