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Netanyahu Vows Extensive West Bank Operation, Demolishing Terror Infrastructure

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Netanyahu Vows IDF Operation in Terrorist Strongholds

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Netanyahu Vows IDF Action in West Bank Neighborhoods After Attack

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Iran Threatens Widespread Attacks Amid Regional Tensions

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Netanyahu Vows Sweeping IDF Operations in Hebron and West Bank

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Netanyahu Announces New IDF Operations Strategy in Hebron

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West Bank Shooting Spurs Israeli Security Crackdown and Evacuation Orders

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Helmet Cam Captures Pursuit and Elimination of Terrorists Near Hebron

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Tower Semiconductor Stock Plummets Amidst Silicon Photonics Competition Fears

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Across the Israeli press

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Security · 26 sources · 15h ago

Israel, US Plan Iran Strikes Post-Midterms Amid Military Caution

Security · 11 sources · 17h ago

Israel's Defense Minister Accuses Opposition of Aiding Enemies

Security · 12 sources · 19h ago

Boy, 8, Dies After Being Hit by Bus in Negev Hit-and-Run

Health · 9 sources · 15h ago

Recall Issued for Beit Yehuda Fruit Compote Over Potential Polymer Particles

Politics · 6 sources · 17h ago

Herzog Warns of Incitement Ahead of Election at Rabin Memorial

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Top Rabbi Warns Against Reform Judaism's Influence in Israel

Top Rabbi Warns Against Reform Judaism's Influence in Israel

Rabbi Moshe Hillel Hirsch warned against the growing influence of Reform Judaism in Israel, urging the ultra-Orthodox community to vote for United Torah Judaism. He stated that abstaining from voting could empower the left and harm religious education. The rabbi expressed particular concern that the acceptance of Reform practices would fundamentally change Israel's Jewish character. He emphasized the need for strong ultra-Orthodox representation in the Knesset to protect religious interests.

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Israeli Military Investigates Foreign Photographer After West Bank Shooting

Israeli forces killed two assailants and injured five people in a shooting near Hebron on Friday. The Israeli military is investigating a foreign photographer who documented the attack, exploring potential prior knowledge of the event. Prime Minister Netanyahu ordered a security cordon around Hebron and preparations for a West Bank closure. Palestinian news agency WAFA reported Israeli forces fired on two young men, leading to their deaths.

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Tel Aviv Municipal Parking Fees for Electric Cars Surge

Tel Aviv Municipal Parking Fees for Electric Cars Surge

Tel Aviv's municipal parking company, "Ahuzot HaHof," has raised electric vehicle charging prices by 53%, from 81 agorot to 1.24 shekels per kWh. This follows a recent 20% increase in general parking fees. The company attributes the rise to increased operational and electricity costs, while noting that charging prices are unregulated. Despite the hike, "Ahuzot HaHof" claims its rates remain competitive.

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Israelis' Post-Trauma Hinders Imagination of Better Future, Columnist Argues

Columnist Nadav Eyal argues that Israel's deep post-traumatic stress from the October 7th attacks and the ongoing war is severely impairing the public's ability to imagine a better future. He criticizes political leaders for fueling insecurity and notes that this trauma affects both individual and national prospects. Eyal calls for Israelis to actively reclaim their imagination as a crucial lifeline for rebuilding the nation and overcoming the current crisis, drawing parallels to historical moments of rapid change.

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Apple Unveils iOS 17.2 with Expanded AI, New Features

Apple is set to release iOS 17.2 next week, featuring expanded AI for Siri in five new languages and automatic action suggestions in Messages. Group FaceTime will support dual recording, and the Apple TV app will gain user profiles. A redesigned Health app has been postponed to a future update.

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Bar Tzabari's Caesarea Debut Features Tears, Sold-Out Crowd, and Amir Benayoun

Singer Bar Tzabari held a sold-out debut concert at the Caesarea Amphitheatre, marked by emotional moments and a strong audience connection. He was joined by Amir Benayoun for several songs, and the performance included tributes to other artists. The show, which began with Tzabari becoming tearful, concluded with high-energy hits, demonstrating his successful command of a major stage.

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