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The Desk21:00 bulletinIDF Eliminates Hamas Commanders Involved in Hostage Holding1:25
Shin Bet Arrests 72 Suspects in Negev Terror Cell Plots
Security · 20 outlets · 28m ago

Shin Bet Arrests 72 Suspects in Negev Terror Cell Plots

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Terrorist Sentenced to Life for Killing IDF Sergeant Amit Ben Yigal

Terrorist Sentenced to Life for Killing IDF Sergeant Amit Ben Yigal
19 sources · 26m ago

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Israeli Captain Killed in Combat in Southern Lebanon

8 sources · 6m ago

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Israeli Officer Killed in Lebanon Accident, War Deaths Reach 971

7 sources · 13m ago

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IDF Eliminates Hamas Commanders Involved in Hostage Holding

IDF Eliminates Hamas Commanders Involved in Hostage Holding
17 sources · 1h ago

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Ex-Military Secretary Claims Attempt to Alter Oct. 7 Timeline Records

Ex-Military Secretary Claims Attempt to Alter Oct. 7 Timeline Records
9 sources · 31m ago6

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Grief at October 7th Memorial Tears Through Observer

Grief at October 7th Memorial Tears Through Observer
20 sources · 1h ago

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Israeli Officer Killed in Operational Accident in Southern Lebanon

5 sources · 12m ago

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Israel Police Chief Approves Central District Commander's Resignation

Israel Police Chief Approves Central District Commander's Resignation
15 sources · 1h ago

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Across the Israeli press

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Security · 14 sources · 1h ago

Sensitive Medical Data of 21,000 Haredi Special Education Students Leaked

Security · 26 sources · 3h ago

Iran Pays Fourfold Premium to Fund Hezbollah Aid to Displaced Lebanese

Politics · 20 sources · 2h ago

Israel Vows Retaliation Against Hostile Nations, Closes UK Consulate

Security · 11 sources · 2h ago

Ultra-Orthodox Protests Disrupt Traffic Across Israel

Security · 25 sources · 3h ago

East Jerusalem Student Charged With Plotting Terror Attacks Over Parking Tickets

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Threatening Message Found on Grave of Fallen Soldier, Gadi Eisenkot Reveals

Threatening Message Found on Grave of Fallen Soldier, Gadi Eisenkot Reveals

Gadi Eisenkot, chairman of the Yisrael! party, disclosed that a threatening message was placed on his son's grave, who died fighting in Gaza. Eisenkot stated the message was left by an individual at the cemetery and that he is not easily intimidated. Opposition Chairman Yair Lapid condemned the act as a new low for political opponents.

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US-Made Iron Dome Interceptors Mark Milestone in Arkansas Ceremony

US-Made Iron Dome Interceptors Mark Milestone in Arkansas Ceremony

Israeli and US officials celebrated the first US-made Tamir interceptors for the Iron Dome system at a ceremony in Arkansas. The interceptors are produced at a new Raytheon and Rafael facility that opened in November 2025. The move aims to bolster Israel's supply while increasing US domestic production capabilities.

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Tel Aviv Stock Exchange Explores Cyprus Deal

Tel Aviv Stock Exchange Explores Cyprus Deal

The Tel Aviv Stock Exchange (TASE) is evaluating a potential bid to acquire the Cyprus Stock Exchange (CSE), which is valued at 20-40 million euros. This move is part of Cyprus's privatization efforts for the unprofitable exchange. TASE sees the acquisition as a strategic opportunity to gain a foothold in the European market, aligning with its growth strategy. Other international exchanges have also shown interest, but the CSE's privatization criteria will weigh business plans heavily.

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World

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European Airlines Resume Flights to Israel

European Airlines Resume Flights to Israel

Spanish airline Iberia will resume flights between Tel Aviv and Madrid on October 25, operating seven weekly flights via its subsidiary Iberia Express. Polish carrier LOT has launched a new Warsaw-Bangkok route, increasing frequency to six flights weekly by November. These routes offer Israelis expanded travel options, especially after Flydubai suspended its flights. Other airlines like British Airways, Delta, United, and Air India are also resuming or planning to resume services to Israel.

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Tech

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New EA FC Card Upgrades Former Maccabi Tel Aviv Player Patacci

EA FC 27 has released a new, upgraded player card for former Maccabi Tel Aviv player Patacci, rated 84 overall. The card features significantly improved stats compared to his base 72-rated card. This official release comes after unverified social media posts showed a different upgraded card. Patacci played for Maccabi Tel Aviv in the 2024/25 season, scoring 14 goals before moving to AZ Alkmaar.

Mako

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Culture

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New Rabbi Welcomed by Enthusiastic Community in Kiryat Yetev Lev

Aharon Teitelbaum, son of the Satmar Rebbe and new Av Beis Din of Kiryat Yetev Lev, arrived in the community founded by his father. He was greeted by hundreds of residents, including children singing, and participated in a festive reception. Teitelbaum then entered his new residence, affixed a mezuzah, and attended a prayer service and gathering with community leaders.

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