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The Desk09:00 bulletinUS Official's Surprise Israel Visit Fuels Iran Attack Speculation2:12
21 Arrested in Israel Over Alleged Multi-Million Shekel Fraud in Gaza Operations
Security · 22 outlets · 25m ago

21 Arrested in Israel Over Alleged Multi-Million Shekel Fraud in Gaza Operations

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US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth Makes Unannounced Visit to Israel

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth Makes Unannounced Visit to Israel
22 sources · 25m ago

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Dozens of Chabad Students Detained at Ben Gurion Airport as Suspected Draft Dodgers

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Massive Arms Cache Linked to 'Abu Latif' Crime Organization Seized in Northern Israel

Massive Arms Cache Linked to 'Abu Latif' Crime Organization Seized in Northern Israel
16 sources · 1h ago

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US Vice President Avoids Endorsing Netanyahu in Israeli Elections

US Vice President Avoids Endorsing Netanyahu in Israeli Elections
12 sources · 1h ago

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Israel Approves First Metro Station Construction Permit

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Police Deploy 90 Motorcycles for Traffic Enforcement in Sharon and Negev

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Suspected Abuse at Ariel Daycare Leads to West Bank Resident's Arrest

Suspected Abuse at Ariel Daycare Leads to West Bank Resident's Arrest
7 sources · 30m ago

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Behind Trump's Netanyahu Endorsement: Opposition Efforts and Internal US Debate

Behind Trump's Netanyahu Endorsement: Opposition Efforts and Internal US Debate
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Across the Israeli press

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Politics · 20 sources · 13h ago

Gantz Quits Knesset Race, Shifting Political Landscape

Politics · 19 sources · 11h ago

Benny Gantz Announces Party's Withdrawal From Knesset Elections

Security · 13 sources · 13h ago

IDF Suspends Soldier Leave Amid Election Security Concerns

Sports · 3 sources · 1h ago

Israeli Soccer League: Beitar Jerusalem and Maccabi Tel Aviv Draw 0-0

Sports · 9 sources · 2h ago

Beitar Jerusalem Draws Maccabi Tel Aviv, Focuses on Season Debt

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Netanyahu Vows to Draft Haredim, Threatens Draft Dodgers

Netanyahu Opposes Draft Evasion Arrests, Cites 'Deliberate Attempt to Harm'
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Breslav Hasidic Rabbis Advise Draft Dodgers to Avoid Ben Gurion Airport

Dozens of Chabad Hasidim Detained at Ben Gurion Airport for Draft Evasion
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Channel 12 Dominates Ratings, Outperforming Rivals in Key Time Slots

Channel 12 News Dominates Ratings Ahead of Elections
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Day 32 · 8 updates

Israeli Lawmakers Demand IDF Clarification on Haredi Draft Evasion Arrests

IDF to Court-Martial Dozens of Draft Dodgers Apprehended at Airport
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US VP JD Vance Declines to Endorse Netanyahu in Israeli Elections

US VP JD Vance Declines to Endorse Netanyahu in Israeli Elections

US Vice President JD Vance declined to endorse Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in the upcoming Israeli elections, despite a recent endorsement from former President Donald Trump. Vance stated his focus is on American elections and that he is neither for nor against endorsing Netanyahu. Trump's endorsement was met with internal White House disagreement, according to reports.

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Mother of Murder Victim Slams Court for Downplaying Human Life

Mother of Murder Victim Slams Court for Downplaying Human Life

Dekla Razi, mother of murder victim Benyahu Razi, is outraged after a judge ruled there was insufficient evidence for murder charges against two of the six accused. Razi accused the justice system of "making light of human lives" and dismissed the idea that the attackers did not intend to kill her son. The ruling came during a hearing on extending the detention of Agam Tzarfati and Shilat Huta, who were referred for a probation report. The case involves the murder of Benyahu Razi in Jerusalem, with six individuals indicted.

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Businessman Gil Agmon Eyes Credit Card Firm Cal in Potential $1 Billion Deal

Businessman Gil Agmon is in early talks with Discount Bank to acquire a controlling stake in credit card company Cal for an estimated $800 million to $940 million. This move follows the collapse of a previous deal for Cal due to regulatory concerns. Agmon's traditional automotive business, Delek Motors, has faced declining market share and financial losses, prompting his diversification into new sectors. The potential acquisition of Cal offers Agmon an established credit infrastructure, but financing the significant investment will be a key hurdle.

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Orthodox Leaders Condemn Violent Attack on Karlin-Stolin Rebbe in Beit Shemesh

Orthodox Leaders Condemn Violent Attack on Karlin-Stolin Rebbe in Beit Shemesh

A group of individuals with a Haredi appearance violently attacked and threw objects at the Rebbe of Karlin-Stolin in Beit Shemesh. The incident has caused widespread shock and condemnation within the Haredi community, with leaders warning against "fake zealotry." Public representatives have called on law enforcement to take firm action against the perpetrators to prevent future occurrences.

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Tech

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Six Israeli Innovations Named Among TIME's Best Inventions of 2026

Six Israeli companies, including SpotitEarly, Nanox, Aidoc, Beewise, Bria AI, and Doona, have been named in TIME magazine's 2026 list of best inventions. SpotitEarly's cancer detection platform, Nanox's digital tomosynthesis system, Aidoc's AI for medical image analysis, Beewise's robotic bee-tending device, Bria AI's royalty system for generative art, and Doona's enhanced stroller were all featured. These innovations span medical diagnostics, healthcare technology, agriculture, AI, and consumer products, showcasing significant Israeli technological advancements.

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Culture

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Christiane Amanpour to Depart CNN After 43 Years Amid Controversy

Christiane Amanpour to Depart CNN After 43 Years Amid Controversy

Christiane Amanpour, CNN's chief international anchor, announced her departure after 43 years, set for June 2027. Her exit follows multiple controversies regarding her remarks on Israel, Hamas hostages, and Nazi Germany. Amanpour's interview program will conclude in May 2027. She previously apologized for remarks about the "occupied West Bank," comparing Trump's presidency to Kristallnacht, and suggesting hostages were treated better than Gazans.

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