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The Desk19:00 bulletinRome Prosecutors Investigate Israeli Defense Minister Katz and IDF Chief Zamir Over Gaza Flotillas2:05
Israel Investigates Journalist's Alleged Attack Near Abu Falah
Security · 15 outlets · 50m ago

Israel Investigates Journalist's Alleged Attack Near Abu Falah

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Rome Prosecutors Investigate Israeli Defense Minister Katz and IDF Chief Zamir Over Gaza Flotillas

Rome Prosecutors Investigate Israeli Defense Minister Katz and IDF Chief Zamir Over Gaza Flotillas
11 sources · 27m ago

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Israel Extends Home Front Special Status Amid Iran Threat

Israel Extends Home Front Special Status Amid Iran Threat
12 sources · 50m ago

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Two Workers Killed in Explosion at Intel Factory in Kiryat Gat

Two Workers Killed in Explosion at Intel Factory in Kiryat Gat
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Suspect Arrested in Kafr Qara After M16 Rifle Found Buried

Suspect Arrested in Kafr Qara After M16 Rifle Found Buried
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Israeli Rabbi Permits Settlers to Seize Palestinian Olives

Israeli Rabbi Permits Settlers to Seize Palestinian Olives
7 sources · 1h ago

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Hero Bus Driver Dies Saving 20 Soldiers in Highway Crash

Hero Bus Driver Dies Saving 20 Soldiers in Highway Crash
5 sources · 1h ago

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M16 Rifle Found Near Suspect Arrested in Olive Grove

M16 Rifle Found Near Suspect Arrested in Olive Grove
2 sources · 18m ago

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Italian Probe into Gaza Flotilla Incidents Includes Top Israeli Officials

Italian Probe into Gaza Flotilla Incidents Includes Top Israeli Officials
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Across the Israeli press

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Economy · 19 sources · 5h ago

Proofpoint Acquires Israeli Cybersecurity Firm Varonis for $6.3 Billion

Health · 10 sources · 5h ago

Hadassah Hospital Opens First Overseas Medical Center in Cyprus

Security · 9 sources · 7h ago

One Seriously Injured in Two-Truck Collision on Highway 6

Politics · 32 sources · 1d ago

Ex-Shin Bet Chief Sues Netanyahu for Defamation Over Oct. 7 Claims

Security · 29 sources · 1d ago

Two Workers Dead After Intel Plant Explosion in Kiryat Gat

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Hundreds Establish New Settlement Facing Gaza

Hundreds Establish New Settlement Facing Gaza

Over 700 people, including families and war wounded, established a new settlement called 'Halutzei Gaza' near the Gaza border overnight. Participants declared that immediate settlement in Gaza is the necessary response to the recent war and a path to victory. The move received support from Likud officials, including Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi, who encouraged further settlement in the Gaza Strip. The Nahala movement, which organized the initiative, is demanding the government relocate the settlement into Gaza and establish more settlements there.

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Trump Rules Out Nuclear Strike on Iran, Cites Non-Nuclear Options

Trump Rules Out Nuclear Strike on Iran, Cites Non-Nuclear Options

U.S. President Donald Trump ruled out the use of nuclear weapons against Iran, stating it is "not necessary" and highlighting the strength of non-nuclear options. He confirmed that Washington is considering military actions, including potential strikes on an underground facility on Mount Pikax and the use of MOAB "mother of all bombs" against Iranian infrastructure. Trump expressed confidence the conflict would end soon, despite some officials questioning the effectiveness of proposed measures.

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Wiz Founder Assaf Rappaport Set to Acquire McDonald's Israel Franchise

Wiz Founder Assaf Rappaport Set to Acquire McDonald's Israel Franchise

Businessman Assaf Rappaport and his Wiz co-founders are nearing a deal to acquire the franchise for McDonald's Israel, managing around 230 branches with 1.8 billion shekels in annual revenue. This follows McDonald's global repurchase of the Israeli operations in April 2024 amid boycotts. Rappaport's group, despite no prior food industry experience, emerged as the sole candidate after competing with other major Israeli business entities. The move signifies a major expansion for the founders beyond their tech ventures.

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Middle East Faces Pivotal Stage Amidst Intertwined Conflicts and Shifting Alliances

Middle East Faces Pivotal Stage Amidst Intertwined Conflicts and Shifting Alliances

The Middle East is at a pivotal stage with interconnected conflicts spanning Israel, Gaza, Lebanon, Syria, Yemen, and Iran, raising questions about regional stability. While military power can create temporary situations, lasting peace requires political settlements addressing core issues like Palestinian rights and regional security. Escalating tensions in Yemen and the Red Sea, along with US-Iran dynamics, highlight the need for diplomatic solutions and mutual concessions to avoid further conflict and ensure collective security.

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Israeli Cyber Firm Varonis Sold for $6.3 Billion to Perforce

Israeli cybersecurity firm Varonis Systems has been acquired by U.S.-based Perforce Software for approximately $6.3 billion in cash. The deal, facilitated by investment firm Thoma Bravo, values Varonis at $49.75 per share. The acquisition aims to combine Varonis's data security expertise with Perforce's identity protection solutions. The transaction is expected to be completed in the first half of 2027, pending regulatory approvals.

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Beloved Israeli Comedian Shlomo Baraba Departs 'Zehu Ze!' After Decades

Beloved Israeli Comedian Shlomo Baraba Departs 'Zehu Ze!' After Decades

Veteran Israeli actor and comedian Shlomo Baraba is leaving the iconic sketch comedy show "Zehu Ze!" after decades, citing a desire to pursue other projects at age 76. Baraba, who returned for the show's 2020 revival alongside original cast members, will not be retiring from acting and has other ongoing projects. The public broadcasting corporation Kan 11 confirmed the show will continue with new actors and refreshed content.

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