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Yisrael Zari, set to become the first openly gay MK from the Yesh Atid-Ba'am party, received his grandmother Julie's blessing before his swearing-in to the 26th Knesset. Julie, who immigrated from Tripoli in 1949, is one of 16 grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Zari expressed pride in sharing this moment with his 93-year-old grandmother.

Hamal40m ago

Bennett Pledges "Servants' Revolution" Amid Government Formation Efforts
Ynet41m ago
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Americans Want New Congress to End Iran War, Repeal Tariffs
The Jerusalem Post42m ago
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United Torah Judaism MK States Party Will Align Based on Torah Scholar Status
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Security

Israeli Army Chief Urges Officers to Embrace Responsibility Over Complacency

Israeli Army Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir stated on November 9 that a "it will be fine" attitude contributed to the failures of October 7. Speaking at a ceremony for Yitzhak Rabin, Zamir urged officers to take personal responsibility instead. He emphasized understanding troops and adversaries, testing assumptions, and rejecting violence. The remarks focused on leadership accountability and soldier welfare.

7 newsrooms2h ago

Iran's AI Weapons Pose Global Threat, Warns Israeli Cyber Chief
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PA Continues Millions in Payments to Terrorists Despite Promises
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Three Nazareth Youths Charged in Extortion and Shooting Attack
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Economy

Bank of Israel Grants Revolut Conditional Banking License

The Bank of Israel has granted a conditional banking license to the British fintech company Revolut, allowing it to establish Revolut Israel. This is the third new banking license issued in Israel in nearly 40 years. The conditional license permits Revolut to complete its preparations, with ongoing supervision from the Bank of Israel. Governor Amir Yaron had personally encouraged Revolut's entry, and Supervisor the Supervisor of Banks anticipates increased competition and service options.

5 newsrooms22m ago

Gilat Reports Mixed Q3 Results Amid Satellite Market Challenges and Defense Growth
Ice17m ago
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Orphaned Children Face Eviction Over Father's NIS 1 Million Debt
Israel National News19m ago
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AirBaltic Cuts Lufthansa Operations by 70% Amid Financial Crisis
Ice22m ago
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World

Monument to AMIA Bombing Victims to Be Built in Binyamin

A memorial for the 85 victims of the 1994 AMIA bombing in Buenos Aires will be erected in Israel's Binyamin Regional Council. The initiative, agreed upon by Binyamin Council head Yisrael Ganz and AMIA president Osvaldo Armoza, aims to honor victims and link the Argentine Jewish community with Israeli settlements. Ganz visited Argentina, met with President Javier Milei, and pledged solidarity with the Jewish community. The memorial will serve as a symbol of remembrance and unity against terrorism.

The Jerusalem Post8h ago

TV Host Eden Harel Shares Struggle with Son's Combat Service
Ice8h ago
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Einat Weizman Quits Israel Over "Genocidal Madness" in Gaza
Haaretz9h ago
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Anti-Israel Cyclists Met With Boos and Counter-Protest in Philadelphia
The Times of Israel15h ago2
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Tech

Israeli AI Security Startup Bay Raises $50 Million

Cybersecurity startup Bay, founded in early 2026, has secured $50 million in funding within nine months to develop its AI agent security platform. The company, co-founded by former Unit 8200 intelligence officers, aims to prevent risky AI actions in organizations. Bay has already acquired numerous clients, including Fortune 100 companies, and plans to expand its sales team and operations in the US.

2 newsrooms22m ago

Israeli Cybersecurity Firm Daylight Raises $80 Million at $400 Million Valuation
Globes22m ago
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AI Matchmaker Launched for Religious Singles in Israel
Arutz Sheva1h ago
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AI Revolutionizes Investment Industry, But Human Insight Remains Key
Calcalist1h ago
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Culture

Anchor Ayla Hasson Receives Standing Ovation Amidst Dispute With Broadcaster

Kan anchor Ayla Hasson received a standing ovation at a conference, following a public dispute with her employer over controversial remarks about Bedouin women and election results. Hasson claimed her news director demanded she read a specific apology, which the broadcaster denied. The anchor vowed her voice would not be silenced amidst widespread public support.

Arutz Sheva1h ago

Israeli Businessman Eran Moas Celebrates 50th Birthday With Lavish $2.7 Million Party
Ice8m ago
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Influential Israeli Music Producer Michal Barnett Dies at 66
Ice23m ago
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Rabbi Yaakov Meir Shechter Addresses Weary Torah Scholars
Kikar HaShabbat1h ago
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Today

France Blames Iran for Massive Cyberattack on 700 Supermarkets

Iran Unveils New Underground Missile City Amid Escalating Tensions

United Torah Judaism Chairman Sets Terms for Government Entry

United Chairman Sets Terms for Government Entry

Yisrael Beiteinu MK Matan Kahana Open to Unity Government

Ben-Gvir Claims Election Fraud, Demands New Vote

Netanyahu Taps Sa'ar for Interior Ministry Post After 13-Month Void

New Parking Rules to Take Effect in Israel in 2027

Bennett Calls for 'Servants' Revolution' in First Knesset Statement

Developing

Osem-Nestle Launches PRO FIBER Line of Enriched Foods

US FDA Requires Warning on Weight-Loss Drugs for Vision Loss Risk

Ongoing stories

Scooter Rider Suffers Moderate Injuries in Netanya Accident

Ra'am Chairman Abbas Tells President Herzog Hamas Must Disarm

Young Man Critically Injured in Three-Vehicle Crash Near Ibilin

United Torah Judaism Open to Examining Conscription Proposal from Gadi Eisenkot

Politics

New Gay MK Receives Grandmother's Blessing Before Swearing-In

Bennett Pledges "Servants' Revolution" Amid Government Formation Efforts

Americans Want New Congress to End Iran War, Repeal Tariffs

United Torah Judaism MK States Party Will Align Based on Torah Scholar Status

Security

Israeli Army Chief Urges Officers to Embrace Responsibility Over Complacency

Iran's AI Weapons Pose Global Threat, Warns Israeli Cyber Chief

PA Continues Millions in Payments to Terrorists Despite Promises

Three Nazareth Youths Charged in Extortion and Shooting Attack

Economy

Bank of Israel Grants Revolut Conditional Banking License

Gilat Reports Mixed Q3 Results Amid Satellite Market Challenges and Defense Growth

Orphaned Children Face Eviction Over Father's NIS 1 Million Debt

AirBaltic Cuts Lufthansa Operations by 70% Amid Financial Crisis

World

Monument to AMIA Bombing Victims to Be Built in Binyamin

TV Host Eden Harel Shares Struggle with Son's Combat Service

Einat Weizman Quits Israel Over "Genocidal Madness" in Gaza

Anti-Israel Cyclists Met With Boos and Counter-Protest in Philadelphia

Tech

Israeli AI Security Startup Bay Raises $50 Million

Israeli Cybersecurity Firm Daylight Raises $80 Million at $400 Million Valuation

AI Matchmaker Launched for Religious Singles in Israel

AI Revolutionizes Investment Industry, But Human Insight Remains Key

Culture

Anchor Ayla Hasson Receives Standing Ovation Amidst Dispute With Broadcaster

Israeli Businessman Eran Moas Celebrates 50th Birthday With Lavish $2.7 Million Party

Influential Israeli Music Producer Michal Barnett Dies at 66

Rabbi Yaakov Meir Shechter Addresses Weary Torah Scholars