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Israeli Politicians Denounce Ultra-Orthodox Riots Over Draft Dodger Arrest
Politics · 11 outlets · 13m ago

Israeli Politicians Denounce Ultra-Orthodox Riots Over Draft Dodger Arrest

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US Flew Bombers Out of UK Base Amid Iran Drone Attack Fears

US Flew Bombers Out of UK Base Amid Iran Drone Attack Fears
13 sources · 1h ago2

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US President Believes Iran Responsible for Flydubai Incident

US President Believes Iran Responsible for Flydubai Incident
6 sources · 44m ago3

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Gaza Division Intel Officer Disputes Dismissal, Blames Systemic Failures

Gaza Division Intel Officer Disputes Dismissal, Blames Systemic Failures
3 sources · 34m ago

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Israel Scrambled Jets, Prepared to Down FlyDubai Jet in Terror Scenario

Israel Scrambled Jets, Prepared to Down FlyDubai Jet in Terror Scenario
5 sources · 1h ago

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Nir Oz Battle Commander Reveals Harrowing Oct. 7 Recordings

2 sources · 33m ago

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Journalist Calls to Dismantle 'Haredi State Within Israel'

Journalist Calls to Dismantle 'Haredi State Within Israel'
2 sources · 43m ago

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Israeli Security Officials Join UAE Probe into Flydubai Hijacking Attempt

Israeli Security Officials Join UAE Probe into Flydubai Hijacking Attempt
7 sources · 1h ago

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Protesters Disrupt Military Arrest Attempt in Modi'in, Deserter Released

Protesters Disrupt Military Arrest Attempt in Modi'in, Deserter Released
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Across the Israeli press

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Weather · 6 sources · 20m ago

Autumn Arrives with Local Rain, Heat to Return by Weekend

Sports · 4 sources · 56m ago

EuroLeague Executives to Visit Israel Amid Hopes for League Games to Return

Sports · 3 sources · 1h ago

EuroLeague Expansion Decision Looms for Hapoel Tel Aviv, Jerusalem

Politics · 18 sources · 6h ago

Israel Warns of Retaliation as UK Considers Expelling Diplomats

Politics · 4 sources · 2h ago

Samoa PM Apologizes for 2007 Nazi Salute Video

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Jerusalem Unveils Unity Mural Honoring Former Hostages Goldberg-Polin and Danino
Culture · 8 sources · 1h ago

Jerusalem Unveils Unity Mural Honoring Former Hostages Goldberg-Polin and Danino

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Top Lithuanian Ultra-Orthodox Rabbi Criticizes Religious Zionism and Israel's Existence

Top Lithuanian Ultra-Orthodox Rabbi Criticizes Religious Zionism and Israel's Existence

Rabbi Dov Lando, a prominent ultra-Orthodox leader, has criticized religious Zionism, the State of Israel, and secular Israeli society. He questioned the necessity of Israel's existence, suggested alternative governance models, and blamed Zionism for Arab hostility, while asserting that Torah study provides the true protection for Jews.

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Hostage Survivor Avinatan Or: "In Captivity, I Understood Hostage Deals Should Not Be Made at Any Price"

Hostage survivor Avinatan Or stated that even while in captivity, he understood and supported his parents' opposition to a hostage deal at any price, believing it was for Israel's broader security. Or also detailed a months-long escape attempt that ended in recapture and subsequent torture.

Kipa

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Fidelity Sells $350 Million Stake in Israeli Camera Firm Next Vision

Fidelity Sells $350 Million Stake in Israeli Camera Firm Next Vision

Fidelity has sold a significant portion of its stake in Israeli camera company Next Vision for approximately $350 million. The sale was reportedly a technical move by a fund within Fidelity, and Next Vision's chairman stated it does not impact the company's operations.

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Barcelona Storm Leaves Hundreds of Israelis Stranded

Barcelona Storm Leaves Hundreds of Israelis Stranded

Hundreds of Israeli travelers were stranded in Barcelona due to severe weather that caused flight cancellations and significant delays. Passengers reported being left to arrange their own accommodations and expressed frustration with the airline's handling of the situation.

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Israel Ranks Among Global Gaming Powerhouses With $10 Billion Industry

A GamesBeat and Xsolla report ranks Israel among global gaming leaders, with its industry generating an estimated $10 billion annually. The report highlights Israel's innovation, over 140 companies, and expertise in monetization and user acquisition, with potential for continued growth.

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Illy Gorlizki, Iconic Israeli Actor and Singer, Dies at 91

Illy Gorlizki, Iconic Israeli Actor and Singer, Dies at 91

Illy Gorlizki, a celebrated Israeli actor, singer, and theater icon who significantly shaped the nation's culture for over seven decades, has passed away at 91. He was known for his roles in "King Solomon and Shalmai the Shoemaker" and for his advocacy for artists' rights.

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