baba News: Israeli & Hebrew news, translated to English

The article contends that Shin Bet chief David Zini's actions since the election reveal him to be a racist and anti-democrat, posing a danger to Israeli democracy. It calls for his immediate dismissal by any future "change government." The author argues that Zini's continued tenure in office represents an unprecedented threat to the nation's democratic foundations.

Haaretz1h ago

Shas Leader Aryeh Deri Expected to Resign Knesset Seat
Srugim1h ago2
Sign in to baba News
Sign in to save this article and find it on your phone.
or use an email code
Email address
By continuing you agree to the terms and privacy policy.
US Midterms Deal Blow to Israel as Democrats Take Congress
Ynetnews2h ago2
Sign in to baba News
Sign in to save this article and find it on your phone.
or use an email code
Email address
By continuing you agree to the terms and privacy policy.
Form Emergency Government Now Before It's Too Late
Arutz Sheva2h ago
Sign in to baba News
Sign in to save this article and find it on your phone.
or use an email code
Email address
By continuing you agree to the terms and privacy policy.

Security

Shin Bet Accused of Political Interference Under Election Committee Chairman

David Zini, Chairman of the Central Elections Committee, is accused of demanding the Shin Bet investigate Arab party leaders and challenging election results, allegedly politicizing the security agency. This alleged action is described as a dangerous move that could undermine Israel's democracy, potentially surpassing the severity of the historical "Bus 300 affair." The Shin Bet is legally obligated to protect the democratic process from interference.

2 newsrooms1h ago

Maccabi Tel Aviv to Host EuroLeague Games in Cyprus Amid Security Concerns
N1246m ago
Sign in to baba News
Sign in to save this article and find it on your phone.
or use an email code
Email address
By continuing you agree to the terms and privacy policy.
Rahat Man Indicted for Firing M16 at Family Near School
Maariv51m ago
Sign in to baba News
Sign in to save this article and find it on your phone.
or use an email code
Email address
By continuing you agree to the terms and privacy policy.
Ariel Daycare Abuse Case: Three Suspects Face Charges
Maariv1h ago
Sign in to baba News
Sign in to save this article and find it on your phone.
or use an email code
Email address
By continuing you agree to the terms and privacy policy.

Economy

El Al to Expand North and South American Flights to 63 Weekly

El Al will significantly expand its flights to the Americas for the summer 2027 season, operating 63 weekly flights to seven destinations. This includes new direct routes to San Francisco and Buenos Aires, with increased frequency to New York, Miami, and Los Angeles. The expansion aims to meet growing demand from various passenger segments.

NEWSru Israel11m ago

Israeli Currency Exchange Rates on November 4, 2026: Dollar Stable, Euro Rises
NEWSru Israel17m ago
Sign in to baba News
Sign in to save this article and find it on your phone.
or use an email code
Email address
By continuing you agree to the terms and privacy policy.
Israeli Tech Sector Needs Different Skills, Not Necessarily Fewer Workers
Calcalist20m ago
Sign in to baba News
Sign in to save this article and find it on your phone.
or use an email code
Email address
By continuing you agree to the terms and privacy policy.
Bank Customers Frustrated Despite Successful Issue Resolution
Calcalist20m ago
Sign in to baba News
Sign in to save this article and find it on your phone.
or use an email code
Email address
By continuing you agree to the terms and privacy policy.

World

Court Halts Work at Ancient Hebron Jewish Cemetery

The Jerusalem District Court ordered an immediate halt to work at an ancient Jewish cemetery in Hebron, responding to a request from the Chabad Rabbinical Court. The rabbinical court had argued that the construction was damaging graves in the historic Ashkenazi section. The judge ruled that preserving the cemetery's sanctity takes precedence over development, though the underlying petition is still pending.

Israel National News1h ago

Israel Nears 80th Year Amid 'Curse' Theory of National Collapse
i24NEWS3h ago
Sign in to baba News
Sign in to save this article and find it on your phone.
or use an email code
Email address
By continuing you agree to the terms and privacy policy.
Hebron Jewish Presence Grows, Nonprofit Seeks Public Support
Israel National News4h ago
Sign in to baba News
Sign in to save this article and find it on your phone.
or use an email code
Email address
By continuing you agree to the terms and privacy policy.
UN Watch Director Confronts Harvard Moderator Over UN Bias
Israel National News6h ago
Sign in to baba News
Sign in to save this article and find it on your phone.
or use an email code
Email address
By continuing you agree to the terms and privacy policy.

Tech

Israeli Cyber Firm Sentra Raises $150 Million, Nears Unicorn Status

Israeli cybersecurity firm Sentra raised $150 million in a Series C funding round, bringing its total funding to over $250 million and nearing a $1 billion valuation. The company, founded by former Unit 8200 intelligence officers, reported 300% annual growth and plans significant global expansion. Led by Capital One Ventures, the funding will support Sentra's goal of becoming a leader in enterprise data security amidst rising cyber threats and AI adoption.

Calcalist1h ago

Haifa Conference Explores AI Integration to Boost Arab Factories' Productivity
Alarab4h ago
Sign in to baba News
Sign in to save this article and find it on your phone.
or use an email code
Email address
By continuing you agree to the terms and privacy policy.
Israeli Startup Explorium, Valued at $513 Million, Shuts Down
2 newsrooms6h ago
Sign in to baba News
Sign in to save this article and find it on your phone.
or use an email code
Email address
By continuing you agree to the terms and privacy policy.
AI Earbuds Promise Real-Time Translation, Breaking Language Barriers
N129h ago
Sign in to baba News
Sign in to save this article and find it on your phone.
or use an email code
Email address
By continuing you agree to the terms and privacy policy.

Culture

Radio Hosts Yinon Magal and Ben Caspit Clash Upon Return to Air

Radio hosts Yinon Magal and Ben Caspit clashed during their first broadcast together on 103FM since a previous dispute. The hosts argued over past insults, particularly Caspit's use of the term "slave," and the conditions for their return to the airwaves. Magal stated he felt demeaned by the insults, while Caspit defended the show's confrontational nature. The broadcast ended with Magal expressing his desire to leave the show.

Maariv17m ago

Vizhnitz Rebbe Lays Cornerstone for New Ashdod Synagogue
JDN37m ago
Sign in to baba News
Sign in to save this article and find it on your phone.
or use an email code
Email address
By continuing you agree to the terms and privacy policy.
Ayelet Hasun Expected to Leave Kan 11 Public Broadcaster
2 newsrooms52m ago
Sign in to baba News
Sign in to save this article and find it on your phone.
or use an email code
Email address
By continuing you agree to the terms and privacy policy.
Couple Gifts Third Residence to Bet Elazraki Graduates on 50th Anniversary
Israel National News1h ago
Sign in to baba News
Sign in to save this article and find it on your phone.
or use an email code
Email address
By continuing you agree to the terms and privacy policy.

Today

Shin Bet Investigates MK Ayman Odeh for Alleged Palestinian Authority Funds

US Midterm Results Weaken Trump's Influence on Israeli Politics

Knesset Member Ayman Odeh Investigated for Receiving Large Cash Sums From Foreign Source

Jewish Families Settle Eight Homes Near Jericho After Secretive Purchase

Iran Issues Defiant Statements After US Midterm Election Results

Google Shuts Down Global Network of 1.3 Million Compromised TV Streamers

Flydubai Hijacking Survivors Seek Terror Victim Status Amidst Delays

Shas Chairman Arie Deri Seeks to Resign from Knesset

Shas Chairman Aryeh Deri Announces Political Retirement After Election Blow

Ongoing stories

Shas Faces Internal Power Struggle After Election Blow

US Midterms Could Reshape American Aid and Pressure on Israel

Democrats Eye Senate Control as Midterms Approach

Israeli Retailers Offer Election Day Discounts and Gifts

Politics

Shin Bet Chief's Tenure Seen as Threat to Israeli Democracy

Shas Leader Aryeh Deri Expected to Resign Knesset Seat

US Midterms Deal Blow to Israel as Democrats Take Congress

Form Emergency Government Now Before It's Too Late

Security

Shin Bet Accused of Political Interference Under Election Committee Chairman

Maccabi Tel Aviv to Host EuroLeague Games in Cyprus Amid Security Concerns

Rahat Man Indicted for Firing M16 at Family Near School

Ariel Daycare Abuse Case: Three Suspects Face Charges

Economy

El Al to Expand North and South American Flights to 63 Weekly

Israeli Currency Exchange Rates on November 4, 2026: Dollar Stable, Euro Rises

Israeli Tech Sector Needs Different Skills, Not Necessarily Fewer Workers

Bank Customers Frustrated Despite Successful Issue Resolution

World

Court Halts Work at Ancient Hebron Jewish Cemetery

Israel Nears 80th Year Amid 'Curse' Theory of National Collapse

Hebron Jewish Presence Grows, Nonprofit Seeks Public Support

UN Watch Director Confronts Harvard Moderator Over UN Bias

Tech

Israeli Cyber Firm Sentra Raises $150 Million, Nears Unicorn Status

Haifa Conference Explores AI Integration to Boost Arab Factories' Productivity

Israeli Startup Explorium, Valued at $513 Million, Shuts Down

AI Earbuds Promise Real-Time Translation, Breaking Language Barriers

Culture

Radio Hosts Yinon Magal and Ben Caspit Clash Upon Return to Air

Vizhnitz Rebbe Lays Cornerstone for New Ashdod Synagogue

Ayelet Hasun Expected to Leave Kan 11 Public Broadcaster

Couple Gifts Third Residence to Bet Elazraki Graduates on 50th Anniversary