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The Desk11:00 bulletinUK Renames Jerusalem Consulate to British Mission Amid Dispute1:15
Ben-Gvir Slams Judiciary Over MK Cassif's Assault Conviction
Politics · 22 outlets · 5m ago

Ben-Gvir Slams Judiciary Over MK Cassif's Assault Conviction

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UK Consulate in East Jerusalem Closes, 20 Diplomats to Leave Israel

UK Consulate in East Jerusalem Closes, 20 Diplomats to Leave Israel
14 sources · 21m ago

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Politics

UK Renames Jerusalem Consulate to British Mission Amid Dispute

UK Renames Jerusalem Consulate to British Mission Amid Dispute
19 sources · 50m ago

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Doctor Sentenced to 14 Years for Sex Crimes Against 9 Patients

Doctor Sentenced to 14 Years for Sex Crimes Against 9 Patients
12 sources · 11m ago

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Haredi Faction Plans Mass Protests and Roadblocks Over Draft Evasion Arrests

Haredi Faction Plans Mass Protests and Roadblocks Over Draft Evasion Arrests
14 sources · 48m ago

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Flydubai Co-Pilot Planned Earlier Attack, Report Says

Flydubai Co-Pilot Planned Earlier Attack, Report Says
7 sources · 26m ago

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Israel's Second Authority Launches Probe Against Radio Station Over Host's Remarks

Israel's Second Authority Launches Probe Against Radio Station Over Host's Remarks
7 sources · 20m ago2

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National Memorial for Oct. 7 Massacre Dominates Israeli TV Ratings

National Memorial for Oct. 7 Massacre Dominates Israeli TV Ratings
19 sources · 2h ago

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Hendel Signals Netanyahu on Government Formation, Rejects Extremes

Hendel Signals Netanyahu on Government Formation, Rejects Extremes
4 sources · 15m ago

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Across the Israeli press

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Avdija Leads Trail Blazers Past Warriors in Preseason Opener

Security · 27 sources · 11h ago

Academic's Terror Plot Echoes Past Jewish Extremists

Security · 26 sources · 11h ago

Hezbollah Received $200 Million From Iran for Displaced Lebanese

Security · 22 sources · 12h ago

Israeli Transport Ministry Officials Under Investigation for Conflict of Interest

Security · 27 sources · 15h ago

Two Men Sentenced for Looting Nova Festival Site After Oct. 7 Attack

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Netanyahu and Smotrich Launch Joint Plan to Boost Right-Wing Voter Turnout

Netanyahu and Smotrich Launch Joint Plan to Boost Right-Wing Voter Turnout

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich launched a joint program to increase right-wing voter turnout, aiming to secure an estimated five Knesset seats. National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir will not be involved in the initiative, which is described as too political. The plan seeks to mobilize potential voters for the upcoming elections.

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Ultra-Orthodox Faction Protests Expected to Disrupt Traffic

Ultra-Orthodox Faction Protests Expected to Disrupt Traffic

The 'Jerusalem Faction' is organizing large protests and traffic blockades in Jerusalem and Gush Dan on Thursday afternoon, starting at 4 PM. The demonstrations are a response to recent arrests of yeshiva students and scholars, according to the faction's leader, Rabbi Azriel Auerbach. Police are increasing their presence to manage expected traffic disruptions during the busy pre-weekend period.

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NewMed Energy Cancels $6.7 Billion Gas Deal with Dalia Energies

NewMed Energy and Ratio have canceled a $6.7 billion gas supply deal with Dalia Energies, citing approval delays. Dalia Energies disputes the cancellation, claiming all terms were met and vowing legal action. The deal involved gas from the Leviathan field, and its cancellation may be linked to global market changes.

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UAE Revokes Landing Permits, Canceling Israeli Repatriation Flights From Dubai

UAE Revokes Landing Permits, Canceling Israeli Repatriation Flights From Dubai

Israeli repatriation flights from Dubai to Tel Aviv were canceled after the UAE revoked landing permits for Israeli carriers on Wednesday. Arkia, El Al, and Israir canceled their flights, impacting thousands of Israelis stranded following a security incident involving flydubai. Special repatriation flights had been operating since Friday, with over 7,400 passengers returning, while Etihad Airways increased services from Abu Dhabi to assist.

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Tech

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Technion Researchers Develop Novel Method for Green Hydrogen and Epoxide Production

Technion researchers have developed a new, membrane-free method to produce green hydrogen and epoxide simultaneously with 98% efficiency. Led by Professors Avner Rothschild and Dr. Gwilliam Rowan, the innovation aims to reduce the cost of green hydrogen, a key future energy source. The technology, which has a patent pending in the US, could significantly impact industries seeking to reduce carbon emissions. The research was supported by the European Research Council.

Ynet

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Culture

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Top Rabbi Holds Sukkot Gatherings, Criticizes Left

Top Rabbi Holds Sukkot Gatherings, Criticizes Left

Rabbi Moshe Hillel Hirsch, a prominent Torah leader, hosted thousands of visitors during Sukkot for blessings and holiday greetings. He also traveled to Modi'in Illit and Beit Shemesh for similar events. During the holiday, Rabbi Hirsch delivered a notable speech criticizing the left-wing. He concluded the holiday with a major address on Hoshana Rabbah eve attended by thousands.

Behadrei Haredim

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