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The Desk10:00 bulletinIsraeli Forces Arrest Islamic Jihad Operative in Bethlehem1:50
Chabad Students Agree to IDF Enlistment After Airport Arrests
Security · 7 outlets · 51m ago

Chabad Students Agree to IDF Enlistment After Airport Arrests

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Arkia Halts Marrakech Flights After Israeli Security Demand

Arkia Halts Marrakech Flights After Israeli Security Demand
6 sources · 10m ago

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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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Palestinian Taxi Driver Arrested in Bethlehem on Suspicion of Aiding Islamic Jihad

Palestinian Taxi Driver Arrested in Bethlehem on Suspicion of Aiding Islamic Jihad
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Politics

Prominent Journalist Yaron London Pledges Vote for Mansour Abbas

Prominent Journalist Yaron London Pledges Vote for Mansour Abbas
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Mother of Fallen Soldier Responds to Online Taunt With Poignant Message

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Israel Shifts to Winter Time This Saturday Night

Israel Shifts to Winter Time This Saturday Night
6 sources · 13m ago

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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
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Cancellation of Assessment Exams Sparks Debate Over Student Proficiency

Cancellation of Assessment Exams Sparks Debate Over Student Proficiency
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Security · 9 sources · 3h ago

Netanyahu and US Defense Secretary Hegseth Held Covert Meeting in Israel

Sports · 4 sources · 25m ago

Israeli Player Deni Avdija Questionable for Season Opener with Ankle Pain

Security · 5 sources · 1h ago

Police Discover Military Arsenal Hidden in Northern Israel Cemetery

Security · 7 sources · 3h ago

Footballer Arrested for Alleged Threats Against Sister, Released to House Arrest

Security · 25 sources · 10h ago

US Defense Secretary Confirms Secret Visit to Israel, Meeting with Netanyahu

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Miracle Baby Survives Rare Illness, But Family Faces Financial Ruin
Health · 3 sources · 1h ago

Miracle Baby Survives Rare Illness, But Family Faces Financial Ruin

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Maccabi Haifa Star Bruninho Substituted Due to Suspected Hamstring Strain

Maccabi Haifa Faces Uncertainty Over Key Midfielders Ahead of Be'er Sheva Clash
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Radio Hosts Yinon Magal and Ben Caspit Consider Ending Partnership

Ben Caspit Explains Why He Stopped Broadcasting With Yinon Magal
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Ex-AG Mandelblit Returns to Netanyahu Trial Witness Stand

Former Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit testified for a fourth day in Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's trial, facing cross-examination on key approvals and potential political influence. Mandelblit admitted Netanyahu wasn't explicitly warned of bribery in Case 4000 and couldn't recall signing the amended indictment. The defense questioned his reliance on prosecution staff for reviewing evidence and raised claims of political motives behind the indictment. Mandelblit denied these allegations, asserting his decisions were not improperly influenced.

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Israeli Minister Confronts Inmate, Vows Harsh Punishment

Israeli Minister Confronts Inmate, Vows Harsh Punishment

Israeli Minister of National Security Itamar Ben-Gvir released a video of himself confronting security prisoner Mahmoud Attallah, who was convicted of raping guards. Ben-Gvir vowed to implement the death penalty for rapists and stated that Attallah's lenient treatment was over. The publication has reignited trauma for victims, with a former guard expressing fears of retaliation. Ben-Gvir has also recently faced criticism over a controversial prison security plan and a public dispute at a conference.

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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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Tech

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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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Jerusalem Inaugurates New Special Education Facility for 'P'tchiya' Network

Jerusalem inaugurated a new facility for the "P'tchiya" network's special education Talmud Torah "P'tchiya Olami." The opening ceremony was attended by religious leaders, city officials, and the network's founders and staff. The new building aims to provide an optimal learning environment, featuring a dedicated synagogue to help students integrate into community life. Dignitaries affixed mezuzahs to the new structure.

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