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The Desk10:00 bulletinIsraeli Knesset Speaker Doubts Netanyahu Met Egyptian Spy Chief Before Oct. 71:22
Three Injured, One Critical, After Explosion at Intel Plant in Kiryat Gat
Security · 28 outlets · 17m ago

Three Injured, One Critical, After Explosion at Intel Plant in Kiryat Gat

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Israeli Officials Deny Meeting Egyptian Intelligence Chief Before Oct. 7

Israeli Officials Deny Meeting Egyptian Intelligence Chief Before Oct. 7
13 sources · 1h ago4

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Undercover Agent Helps Police Arrest 28 Drug Traffickers in Israel

Undercover Agent Helps Police Arrest 28 Drug Traffickers in Israel
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Politics

Colombia Inaugurates Jerusalem Embassy, Restoring Ties With Israel

Colombia Inaugurates Jerusalem Embassy, Restoring Ties With Israel
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Ex-Shin Bet Chief Sues Netanyahu for Defamation Over Oct. 7 Claims

Ex-Shin Bet Chief Sues Netanyahu for Defamation Over Oct. 7 Claims
11 sources · 1h ago

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Dublin Hotel Cancels Rooms Booked for Anti-Antisemitism Conference

Dublin Hotel Cancels Rooms Booked for Anti-Antisemitism Conference
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Israel Approves NIS 1 Billion for Defense, Cuts Arab Society Funding

Israel Approves NIS 1 Billion for Defense, Cuts Arab Society Funding
4 sources · 46m ago

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Hamas Threats Halt Private Gaza Supply Shipments

Hamas Threats Halt Private Gaza Supply Shipments
10 sources · 1h ago

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Jerusalem Court Orders UNRWA Funds Transferred to City for Tax Debt

Jerusalem Court Orders UNRWA Funds Transferred to City for Tax Debt
4 sources · 22m ago

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Security · 13 sources · 2h ago

Israeli Teen Killed by Hezbollah Munition During School Hike

Security · 20 sources · 3h ago

Bus Driver Killed, 19 Injured in Truck Collision on Northern Israel Highway

Security · 9 sources · 2h ago

Netanyahu Confirms Egyptian Spy Chief Visited Israel Before Oct. 7 Attack

Security · 8 sources · 1h ago

Intel Plant Explosion Leaves One Critical, Police Rule Out Foul Play

Politics · 6 sources · 1h ago

Israel's President Herzog Arrives in Azerbaijan for Summit Including Iran

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Health · 11 sources · 55m ago

Health Ministry Warns Public Against Unidentified Food Products

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Politics · 3 sources · 31m ago

Israel Updates Elite Athlete Status Abroad With New Reporting and Sanctions

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Fattal Hotel Chain Plans 12 New Israeli Hotels by 2030

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Child Injured in Vehicle Collision in Lod

Boy, 12, Injured in Vehicle Collision in Northern Israel
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Families of October 7 Victims File Complaint Against Netanyahu

Father of October 7 Victim Criticizes Leaders' Blame Game
17 minutes ago
Day 17 · 39 updates

Ex-Shin Bet Chief Ronen Bar to Sue Netanyahu Over Classified Document Claims

Ex-Shin Bet Chief Bar's Lawsuit Exposes Netanyahu's Failures
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IDF Boosts West Bank Forces Amid Escalation Fears

Israeli Military Reinforces Troops in West Bank Amid Escalation Fears
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Hezbollah Offers $14,000 to Displaced Families Amidst Declining Shia Support

Hezbollah is offering up to $14,000 in financial aid to families whose homes were destroyed in the recent war with Israel, a move seen as an attempt to regain trust among Lebanon's Shia community. However, a recent poll shows significant dissatisfaction with the group's leadership and war objectives, with a majority supporting an agreement with Israel and Hezbollah disarming. Experts suggest compensation for war victims is a necessary first step for Hezbollah to rebuild its standing.

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Young Man Brutally Beaten in Jaffa After Concert, Suspect Arrested

A young man was brutally attacked in Jaffa's port area after attending a concert by singer Lihy Tולדano, sustaining severe injuries in what he described as a homophobic lynching. The victim posted about the incident on Instagram, detailing how a group of men assaulted him due to his sexual orientation. Singer Lihy Tולדano publicly apologized to the victim, expressing her heartbreak over the event. Police have arrested a 17-year-old suspect, who was released under house arrest.

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Rami Levy and Israir Offer Flights to New York for $909

Rami Levy and Israir Offer Flights to New York for $909

Rami Levy's SuperFly credit card holders can book round-trip flights to New York with Israir for $909, including taxes and luggage. The limited-time offer is valid until March 2027 and is part of Rami Levy's strategy to offer savings in the travel sector. Customers must purchase a voucher on the Rami Levy club website and then redeem it on the Israir website.

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Israeli Arabic News Channel 'Makan' Launches Major Rebrand

Israeli Arabic News Channel 'Makan' Launches Major Rebrand

Makan News, the Arabic-language news division of the Israeli Public Broadcasting Corporation, is launching a major rebranding on October 16, including a new studio in Jerusalem and updated radio and digital platforms. The initiative aims to align with the Hebrew 'Kan News' visual identity and enhance its broadcast capabilities ahead of the October 27 Knesset elections. The network will provide special election day coverage, culminating in an exit poll at 10 PM. Makan News is a key media outlet for the Arab community in Israel.

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Tech

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Apple's First Foldable iPhone Launches in Israel with Premium Pricing

Apple's first foldable smartphone, the iPhone Duo, will be available for pre-order in Israel on October 16, with official sales starting October 23. Priced significantly higher than in the US, the device starts at NIS 8,199 for the 256GB model. Pelephone and Partner are offering different promotional packages, including trade-in deals and extended warranties. The iPhone Duo features dual OLED displays, a titanium body, and IP68 water resistance, competing in a growing foldable market dominated by Samsung.

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Culture

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Lior Berkovich Shares Personal Message From Teenager Coping With Grief

Lior Berkovich Shares Personal Message From Teenager Coping With Grief

Media personality Lior Berkovich shared a touching Instagram message from a teenager named Amit, who credits Berkovich's content for helping him cope with the suicide of his younger brother 10 months ago. Berkovich expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to support others and promised to continue creating content. The incident highlights Berkovich's significant online presence since retiring from his professional football career at age 26 in May 2024.

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