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The Desk17:00 bulletinEuropean Parliament Member Throws Israeli Flag During October 7 Memorial Event1:17
Israel Warns of Heightened Terror Threat Abroad Around October 7 Anniversary
Security · 24 outlets · 10m ago

Israel Warns of Heightened Terror Threat Abroad Around October 7 Anniversary

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Israel Admits Over 1,200 Foreign Aircrew Entered Despite No Diplomatic Ties

Israel Admits Over 1,200 Foreign Aircrew Entered Despite No Diplomatic Ties
10 sources · 18m ago

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IDF to Resume Draft Evasion Operations Amid High Court Scrutiny

IDF to Resume Draft Evasion Operations Amid High Court Scrutiny
7 sources · 28m ago

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Math Professor Charged With Plotting Mass Murder and Expulsion of Arabs

Math Professor Charged With Plotting Mass Murder and Expulsion of Arabs
32 sources · 1h ago11

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Israel's Foreign Minister Condemns MEP Rima Hassan Over Flag Incident

Israel's Foreign Minister Condemns MEP Rima Hassan Over Flag Incident
15 sources · 39m ago

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Police Arrest Three Minors in Jerusalem Attack on Elderly Palestinian Man

Police Arrest Three Minors in Jerusalem Attack on Elderly Palestinian Man
7 sources · 14m ago

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Israel Warns Hamas of Severe Retaliation for October 7 Anniversary Attacks

Israel Warns Hamas of Severe Retaliation for October 7 Anniversary Attacks
24 sources · 1h ago

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Netanyahu, Katz Claim Hamas Planning Oct. 7 Anniversary Attacks Amid Election Concerns

Netanyahu, Katz Claim Hamas Planning Oct. 7 Anniversary Attacks Amid Election Concerns
18 sources · 1h ago5

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Bennett Pushes 'Deri Law' to Bar Draft Evaders from Security Cabinet

Bennett Pushes 'Deri Law' to Bar Draft Evaders from Security Cabinet
10 sources · 1h ago

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Across the Israeli press

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Security · 22 sources · 2h ago

Ultra-Orthodox Jews Block Military Police Arrest Attempt in Modi'in

Security · 12 sources · 2h ago

Israel Prepares for War with Palestinian Authority Over Security Forces

Security · 7 sources · 1h ago

Ex-German Spy Chief Arrested in Espionage Scandal

Security · 6 sources · 43m ago

Police Officer Lightly Injured After Being Hit by Motorcycle in Lod

Security · 4 sources · 1h ago

Biden's Envoy Says No Intelligence Warning for Oct. 7 Attacks

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Security · 3 sources · 48m ago

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Israeli Court Approves Class Action Against Rami Levy Over Cashier Shortages

Israeli Court Approves Class Action Against Rami Levy Over Cashier Shortages

A class-action lawsuit has been approved against Rami Levy supermarkets in Israel for deducting cash register shortages from cashier wages. The Regional Labor Court ruled that such deductions are not legally considered debts under the Wage Protection Law. The ruling came after former cashiers sued, arguing the practice was unfair and potentially illegal. Rami Levy was ordered to pay NIS 25,000 in expenses.

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Motorcyclist Dies After Collision on Road 716

Motorcyclist Dies After Collision on Road 716

A motorcyclist in his 20s was killed in a collision with a car near Na'ura on Road 716 on Tuesday afternoon. Paramedics attempted resuscitation but were forced to declare the young man dead at the scene due to a severe head injury. The incident occurred at approximately 3:35 PM.

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Israel Approves $6.7 Billion Leviathan Gas Deal for Dalia Power

Israel Approves $6.7 Billion Leviathan Gas Deal for Dalia Power

Competition Commissioner Michal Cohen approved a $6.7 billion natural gas deal between Dalia Power and Leviathan field partners NewMed Energy and Ratio Energies. The agreement, signed May 19, 2026, will supply gas to two new power plants starting January 1, 2030. The deal was approved unconditionally, with the commissioner finding it would not harm competition, though a secondary trading restriction clause requires further assessment by the parties.

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Israel to Complete Repatriation Flights from Dubai by Thursday

Israel to Complete Repatriation Flights from Dubai by Thursday

Israel's operation to repatriate its citizens from Dubai will conclude by Thursday, October 8. Over 7,400 passengers have returned via flights from Abu Dhabi and Dubai.

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Israeli Startup QTREX Unveils Novel Solution to Quantum Processor Wiring Challenges

Israeli company QTREX Quantum has introduced a 3D-printed planar technology to manage the thousands of wires needed for quantum processors, solving a major scaling issue. This innovation allows for compact integration of control lines, reducing heat and interference, and has already drawn interest from Israel's defense sector. The company is also nearing a deal with a global quantum giant, and its stock has risen over 40% with a market cap exceeding $100 million.

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Commentator Yinon Magal Defends Remarks on 'Mr. Abandonment' Book Contributors

Commentator Yinon Magal Defends Remarks on 'Mr. Abandonment' Book Contributors

Commentator Yinon Magal defended his remarks calling contributors to the "Mr. Abandonment" book "despicable," stating he would exclude families of October 7th victims. Fellow commentator Yinon Kaspit accused Magal of lying and demanding apologies from these families before reluctantly agreeing to exclude them. Kaspit urged listeners to review the broadcast to decide between their conflicting versions of events. The book "Mr. Abandonment" features testimonies from families of October 7th victims.

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