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The Desk10:00 bulletinIsraeli Forces Arrest Islamic Jihad Operative in Bethlehem1:50
Arkia Halts Ticket Sales to Morocco Amid Security Concerns
Security · 9 outlets · 22m ago

Arkia Halts Ticket Sales to Morocco Amid Security Concerns

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First Haredi Officers Graduate Hasmonean Brigade's Officer Course

First Haredi Officers Graduate Hasmonean Brigade's Officer Course
8 sources · 35m ago

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Chabad Students Agree to IDF Enlistment After Airport Arrests

Chabad Students Agree to IDF Enlistment After Airport Arrests
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Ben-Gvir Confronts Inmate Convicted of Abusing Prison Guards

Ben-Gvir Confronts Inmate Convicted of Abusing Prison Guards
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Palestinian Taxi Driver Arrested in Bethlehem on Suspicion of Aiding Islamic Jihad

Palestinian Taxi Driver Arrested in Bethlehem on Suspicion of Aiding Islamic Jihad
8 sources · 1h ago3

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Teens Detained in Netanya Over Stolen Fire Extinguishers Linked to TikTok Challenge

Teens Detained in Netanya Over Stolen Fire Extinguishers Linked to TikTok Challenge
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Man Sentenced to Life Imprisonment for Arson Murder in Mayser

Man Sentenced to Life Imprisonment for Arson Murder in Mayser
3 sources · 11m ago

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Reality Star Tal Tito Announces Support for Naftali Bennett

Reality Star Tal Tito Announces Support for Naftali Bennett
2 sources · 23m ago

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Iran's Hardline Stance Derails Mediation Efforts, Raising Escalation Fears

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Across the Israeli press

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Security · 9 sources · 3h ago

Netanyahu and US Defense Secretary Hegseth Held Covert Meeting in Israel

Security · 5 sources · 3h ago

US-Mediated Military Talks Between Israel and Lebanon Stall Amid Disagreements

Sports · 4 sources · 45m ago

Israeli Player Deni Avdija Questionable for Season Opener with Ankle Pain

General · 6 sources · 1h ago

Channel 13 Correspondent Stayed Two Weeks at Lobbyist's Virginia Home

Security · 5 sources · 2h ago

Police Discover Military Arsenal Hidden in Northern Israel Cemetery

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Israel Shifts to Winter Time This Saturday Night
General · 6 sources · 33m ago

Israel Shifts to Winter Time This Saturday Night

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Prominent Journalist Yaron London Pledges Vote for Mansour Abbas
Politics · 4 sources · 58m ago

Prominent Journalist Yaron London Pledges Vote for Mansour Abbas

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Day 5 · 4 updates

Teenager Wounded Near Jerusalem Checkpoint, Hospitalized

Man Critically Injured in Violence Near Jerusalem Checkpoint
11 minutes ago
Day 35 · 52 updates

Netanyahu's Lawyers to Call Former Attorney General Mandelblit as Witness

Mandelblit's Alleged Remark Shifts Focus in Netanyahu Trial
13 minutes ago
Day 36 · 6 updates

Election Day Rights: Key Questions for Israeli Employees Answered

Election Day Rules Clarified for Israeli Workers and Employers
13 minutes ago
Day 50 · 6 updates

Smotrich Urges Right-Wing Parties to Unite, Criticizes Ben-Gvir's Refusal

Smotrich Accuses Vinter of Campaign Against Him and Netanyahu
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Cancellation of Assessment Exams Sparks Debate Over Student Proficiency

Cancellation of Assessment Exams Sparks Debate Over Student Proficiency

Dr. Sami Mahajneh, a lecturer, criticized the Israeli Ministry of Education's suspension of assessment exams, calling them essential for evaluating the education system. Minister Yoav Kisch halted the "Tnuva" exams and the RAMA authority, citing a need to implement recommendations from a professional report. Mahajneh argued that these exams measure more than just academic scores, assessing crucial skills and school climate. He pointed to data suggesting only 30% of students meet cognitive requirements, making evaluation more critical than ever.

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IDF Eliminates Final Hamas Terrorist Involved in Shani Louk's Abduction and Murder

IDF Eliminates Final Hamas Terrorist Involved in Shani Louk's Abduction and Murder

The IDF announced the elimination of Tamer Muhammad Ibrahim as-Sabagh, the last of five Hamas terrorists involved in the abduction and murder of Shani Louk on October 7, 2023. As-Sabagh was killed in northern Gaza, bringing the number of involved terrorists eliminated to four, with one in Israeli custody. Louk's body was recovered in May 2024, and her family was later returned her personal belongings.

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Israel Regulator Recovers NIS 21.5 Million for Insurance and Pension Clients

Israel Regulator Recovers NIS 21.5 Million for Insurance and Pension Clients

Israel's Capital, Insurance, and Savings Market Authority recovered about 21.5 million shekels for clients in 2025 due to intervention on 16,906 complaints. Poor customer service and claim processing delays were the main reasons for compensation. Harel Insurance received the most justified complaints, paying out 9.6 million shekels to policyholders.

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Israeli Prankster Poses as Arab Supporter of Israel in Paris Live TV Interview

Israeli Prankster Poses as Arab Supporter of Israel in Paris Live TV Interview

An Israeli journalist, Neria Kraus, was deceived during a live TV report from Paris when a man she interviewed, claiming to be an Arab supporter of Israel, was revealed to be an Israeli prankster named Hezi. The man, who called himself Ali from Baghdad, expressed support for Israel during the broadcast. He later admitted on social media to posing as an Arab out of boredom, expressing surprise that the interview was aired.

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Cellcom to Build Advanced Cellular Infrastructure for Gush Dan Light Rail

Cellcom has signed a multi-million shekel deal to provide advanced cellular communication infrastructure for the Purple Line of the Gush Dan light rail. The project involves establishing communication systems along the route and at stations to ensure connectivity and support operational needs. This national infrastructure project is expected to enhance public transportation in the Gush Dan area.

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Culture

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Author Leah Lapid Shares Emotional Tribute for Autistic Daughter's 30th Birthday

Author Leah Lapid posted an emotional tribute for her daughter Yael's 30th birthday, who has autism and is non-verbal. Lapid described their special bond, Yael's unique ways of communicating, and the profound life lessons she has learned from her daughter. The post highlighted both the joys and challenges of understanding Yael, concluding with Lapid's reflection on love and gratitude towards her children.

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