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The Desk10:00 bulletinIsrael Closes British Consulate in Jerusalem Amid Diplomatic Row1:23
UK Consulate in Jerusalem Closes in Old Format Amid Diplomatic Dispute
Politics · 17 outlets · 13m ago

UK Consulate in Jerusalem Closes in Old Format Amid Diplomatic Dispute

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Ultra-Orthodox Faction Protests Expected to Disrupt Traffic

Ultra-Orthodox Faction Protests Expected to Disrupt Traffic
11 sources · 13m ago

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World

National Memorial for Oct. 7 Massacre Dominates Israeli TV Ratings

National Memorial for Oct. 7 Massacre Dominates Israeli TV Ratings
19 sources · 49m ago

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Jerusalem Faction Announces Protests, Warns of Major Road Closures

Jerusalem Faction Announces Protests, Warns of Major Road Closures
13 sources · 37m ago

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US Delivers First American-Made Iron Dome Interceptor to Israel

US Delivers First American-Made Iron Dome Interceptor to Israel
8 sources · 28m ago

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Israeli Gynecologist Sentenced to 14 Years for Raping Nine Patients

Israeli Gynecologist Sentenced to 14 Years for Raping Nine Patients
6 sources · 10m ago

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Ex-Netanyahu Aide Claims Office Tried to Alter Records of Oct. 7 Calls

Ex-Netanyahu Aide Claims Office Tried to Alter Records of Oct. 7 Calls
4 sources · 14m ago

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UK Foreign Secretary: Consulate Will Not Close, Rebranded 'British Mission, Jerusalem'

UK Foreign Secretary: Consulate Will Not Close, Rebranded 'British Mission, Jerusalem'
8 sources · 14m ago

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Israel Marks Third Anniversary of October 7th Massacre Amid Calls for Truth and Accountability

Israel Marks Third Anniversary of October 7th Massacre Amid Calls for Truth and Accountability
12 sources · 1h ago

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Across the Israeli press

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Security · 26 sources · 10h ago

Hezbollah Received $200 Million From Iran for Displaced Lebanese

Sports · 9 sources · 2h ago

Israeli Judoka Karem Primov Wins Silver at World Championships

Security · 22 sources · 11h ago

Israeli Transport Ministry Officials Under Investigation for Conflict of Interest

Security · 27 sources · 14h ago

Two Men Sentenced for Looting Nova Festival Site After Oct. 7 Attack

Security · 17 sources · 11h ago

Man Sentenced to Life for Murdering Woman Who Rejected Romantic Advances

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Culture · 3 sources · 18m ago

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Netanyahu and Smotrich Launch Joint Plan to Boost Right-Wing Vote

Netanyahu and Smotrich Launch Joint Plan to Boost Right-Wing Vote

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Bezalel Smotrich are launching a joint election plan called "Saving the Right" to boost right-wing voter turnout by an estimated five seats. The initiative will mobilize religious and community leaders through the Religious Zionist movement's network. The plan aims to reach 200,000 potential voters, leveraging personal connections for mobilization. Notably, Itamar Ben Gvir and his party were excluded from the joint effort, raising questions about right-wing unity.

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Berlin's Brandenburg Gate Lights Up in Israeli Flag Colors for Hamas Attack Anniversary

Berlin's Brandenburg Gate was lit in Israeli flag colors on October 7, the third anniversary of the Hamas attack, during solidarity events. A symbolic table with victims' portraits was displayed. Simultaneously, pro-Palestinian protests occurred, with police detaining some participants for displaying Hamas symbols.

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Israel Eyes Tax Hike on Tech Workers' Stock Options

Israel's Ministry of Finance and Tax Authority are proposing significant changes to how tech employees are taxed on stock options. Employees who don't exercise options immediately after vesting may face a higher 30% tax rate, while high earners might see a reduction in income tax. The government hopes these measures will generate an additional NIS 2 billion annually and encourage faster option realization. The proposals aim to address perceived "distortions" in the current system, where taxes are deferred for extended periods.

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UAE Revokes Landing Permits, Canceling Israeli Repatriation Flights From Dubai

UAE Revokes Landing Permits, Canceling Israeli Repatriation Flights From Dubai

Israeli repatriation flights from Dubai to Tel Aviv were canceled after the UAE revoked landing permits for Israeli carriers on Wednesday. Arkia, El Al, and Israir canceled their flights, impacting thousands of Israelis stranded following a security incident involving flydubai. Special repatriation flights had been operating since Friday, with over 7,400 passengers returning, while Etihad Airways increased services from Abu Dhabi to assist.

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Tech

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Technion Researchers Develop Novel Method for Green Hydrogen and Epoxide Production

Technion researchers have developed a new, membrane-free method to produce green hydrogen and epoxide simultaneously with 98% efficiency. Led by Professors Avner Rothschild and Dr. Gwilliam Rowan, the innovation aims to reduce the cost of green hydrogen, a key future energy source. The technology, which has a patent pending in the US, could significantly impact industries seeking to reduce carbon emissions. The research was supported by the European Research Council.

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Culture

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Tens of Thousands Expected at Rabbi Ovadia Yosef's Tomb Amid Legal Battles

Tens of Thousands Expected at Rabbi Ovadia Yosef's Tomb Amid Legal Battles

Around 100,000 people are expected to visit Rabbi Ovadia Yosef's tomb in Jerusalem for the annual commemoration, which runs from Tuesday evening to Thursday. This follows the cancellation of a central event at Binyanei Ha'uma due to a Supreme Court decision. A Shas party source criticized the legal decision, stating the Rabbi's legacy remains strong. Organizers are arranging extensive transportation and security measures for the massive pilgrimage.

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