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The Desk16:00 bulletinIsrael Slams Nobel Peace Prize Award to UN Official Accusing It of Genocide1:23
Israel's Foreign Ministry Slams Nobel Prize for Navi Pillay as 'Triumph of Lies'
Politics · 25 outlets · 14m ago

Israel's Foreign Ministry Slams Nobel Prize for Navi Pillay as 'Triumph of Lies'

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IDF Captain Eliav Haim Tzapalamus Killed in Vehicle Accident in Southern Lebanon

IDF Captain Eliav Haim Tzapalamus Killed in Vehicle Accident in Southern Lebanon
21 sources · 42m ago2

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Politics

Green Party Leader Polanski Loses Election, Faces Fallout Over Anti-Zionist Resolution

Green Party Leader Polanski Loses Election, Faces Fallout Over Anti-Zionist Resolution
8 sources · 5m ago

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Palestinian Authority Eyes 2027 Election Postponement Amid Worsening Conditions

Palestinian Authority Eyes 2027 Election Postponement Amid Worsening Conditions
12 sources · 16m ago2

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World

Israeli Missing in Greece Found Dead on Mount Olympus

Israeli Missing in Greece Found Dead on Mount Olympus
11 sources · 16m ago

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Yair Golan Calls Killing Khamenei a Mistake for Israel

Yair Golan Calls Killing Khamenei a Mistake for Israel
5 sources · 9m ago5

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Netanyahu Faces Calls for Treason Probe After Ex-Aide’s October 7 Revelations

Netanyahu Faces Calls for Treason Probe After Ex-Aide’s October 7 Revelations
5 sources · 44m ago

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Israel Defense Forces Destroy Hamas Weapons Depots in Gaza

Israel Defense Forces Destroy Hamas Weapons Depots in Gaza
10 sources · 47m ago6

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IDF Strikes Kill Three Militants in Gaza City

IDF Strikes Kill Three Militants in Gaza City
11 sources · 58m ago10

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Weather · 4 sources · 2h ago

Rain Expected in Southern Israel This Weekend

Politics · 8 sources · 9h ago

Ex-Netanyahu Aide Accuses PM's Office of Falsifying Records

Security · 25 sources · 18h ago

Pharmacy Student Accused of Terror Plot; Friend Testifies Against Him

Security · 21 sources · 16h ago

IDF Launches Long-Delayed Process to Award Medals for Oct. 7 Heroism

Sports · 5 sources · 3h ago

Maccabi Tel Aviv Secures First EuroLeague Win After Player's Return to Starting Lineup

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Security · 3 sources · 34m ago

US Army Receives First Bradley IFVs Equipped With Israeli Iron Fist Active Protection System

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West Bank Municipalities Launch Economic Defense Plan Amid European Sanctions
Politics · 3 sources · 36m ago

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Day 10 · 20 updates

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Likud Slams Avi Gil's 'Blood Libel' Over Alleged Protocol Forgery

Likud Slams Avi Gil's 'Blood Libel' Over Alleged Protocol Forgery

The Likud party has dismissed accusations by former official Avi Gil concerning alleged protocol forgery by Chief of Staff Tzachi Braverman as a "false blood libel." The party stated that a police investigation two years ago found no wrongdoing and recommended closing the case. Likud suggested that political opponents are attempting to revive the issue out of panic over their inability to form a government without diverse coalition partners.

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Hamas Claims Victory, Prepares for Gaza Ground Battle

Hamas Claims Victory, Prepares for Gaza Ground Battle

Hamas considers its three-year resistance against the IDF a victory, despite Israel controlling 70 percent of Gaza, according to Israeli intelligence. The group is preparing for an Israeli ground offensive in Gaza by recruiting agents and building defenses. Israeli forces continue targeted operations against Hamas infrastructure.

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Bank Leumi CEO's Social Media Call for Service Suggestions Draws Criticism

Bank Leumi CEO's Social Media Call for Service Suggestions Draws Criticism

Bank Leumi CEO Hanan Friedman solicited service improvement ideas on X, sparking widespread customer feedback. While some offered suggestions, many criticized high fees, reduced ATM access, and app functionality. Friedman addressed specific complaints, explaining profit distribution and promising investigations into service issues. Despite efforts, recent surveys show mixed results, with low scores for fairness but high marks for app satisfaction and phone wait times.

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Israel Braces for Super El Niño Winter With Heavy Rains and Flooding

Israel Braces for Super El Niño Winter With Heavy Rains and Flooding

Israel is bracing for a "Super El Niño" winter, with forecasts predicting significantly above-average rainfall and increased flood risks. Precipitation could exceed seasonal norms by 11-15% nationally, with some regions seeing up to 145% of normal rainfall. Forecasters warn of potential flooding, severe storms, and heavy snowfall, urging public vigilance.

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Amazon Launches Android-Based Alexa Tablets Starting at $229.99

Amazon has launched its first Android-based tablets, the Amazon Alexa Tablet series, starting at $229.99, offering full access to the Google Play Store. The tablets come in three sizes with varying specs and battery life, featuring integrated Alexa+ assistant capabilities. Shipping begins in mid-October 2026 in North America and Europe, with no immediate release date or pricing announced for Israel. Optional accessories like a keyboard and pen are available for the larger model.

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Culture

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Rashi's Commentary on Creation: Divine Rights and Human Purpose

Rashi's commentary on Genesis explains the Torah begins with Creation to justify Jewish rights to the Land of Israel, asserting God's divine ownership. The narrative's universal truths and the divine connection to the land resonate even with non-believers, but primarily serve to strengthen Jewish faith. The article also explores themes of human purpose, divine justice, and the restoration of creation through figures like Adam, Cain, and Noah.

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