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Security · 9 outlets · 19m ago

Ultra-Orthodox Protest Blocks Israel's Busiest Interchange During Rush Hour

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Across the Israeli press

how each group of the press covered the same events

Security · 26 sources · 3h ago

Election Committee Chair Orders Shin Bet to Probe Foreign Election Bribery Claims

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Politics · 9 sources · 1h ago

Israel's Supreme Court Freezes Broadcast Law Amid Legal Challenges

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Politics · 7 sources · 2h ago

Qatar Denies Election Meddling, Cites Israeli Disinformation Campaign

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Politics · 15 sources · 3h ago

Israel Election Update: Netanyahu Bloc Leads, But No Majority Seen

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Economy · 11 sources · 2h ago

Fuel Prices to Drop Then Soar in Israel Amid Tax Uncertainty

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How the headlines differ

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Knife Attack Near Israeli Embassy in Serbia; Attacker Killed

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Likud Alleges Arab Parties Stole Elections Through Criminal Acts

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Ongoing stories

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Day 10 · 3 updates

Elbit Systems Acquires Canadian Autonomous Underwater Vehicle Specialist

Israeli Defense Firms Vie for Unmanned Submarine Market

8 minutes ago

Day 24 · 10 updates

Jerusalem Faction's Draft Evasion Fight Becomes Mass Haredi Protest

Haredi Draft Protesters Clash With Police, Injure Officer

15 minutes ago

Politics

Eisenkot Accuses Netanyahu of Trying to Undermine Election Results

Yashar party leader Gadi Eisenkot accused Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of attempting to delegitimize the results of Tuesday's Knesset election. Eisenkot vowed to prevent any delay in the new parliament's swearing-in and pledged to stop Netanyahu from using the government for personal needs. His team is preparing for the new Knesset's convening and vote.

3 newsrooms1h ago

National Unity Chairman Accuses Netanyahu of Delegitimizing Election Results
Davar27m ago
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Likud Gains Seat as Vote Count Nears Completion, Bloc Totals Unchanged
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Election Results Update: Arab Parties Weaken, 'Change Bloc' Gains
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Security

US War Spending Against Iran Exceeds $47 Billion, Pentagon Reports

U.S. military spending on the war in Iran has exceeded $47 billion, a 25% increase from prior estimates, according to Pentagon data. The costs include over $29 billion for replacing munitions and $6 billion for lost equipment. President Trump initiated the conflict with Israel in February, expecting a short duration, but a later ceasefire allowed Iran to reactivate defenses. The rising costs impact Republicans ahead of the November 3 midterm elections, though Trump expressed optimism about a swift end to the war.

3 newsrooms33m ago

Israel Health Ministry Warns Against Stolen Hyaluronic Acid Injectables
8 newsrooms1h ago
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Kindergarten Staff Arrested in Ariel on Suspicion of Severe Child Abuse
2 newsrooms52m ago
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Road Paving Attempt Near Joshua's Altar Thwarted by Residents
2 newsrooms36m ago
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Economy

KFC Israel Operator Files for Bankruptcy Protection Amid Financial Crisis

Smart Service, the operator of 13 KFC branches in Israel, has filed for bankruptcy protection in the Beersheba District Court due to a severe financial crisis. The company cites the war, decreased revenue, and high operating costs, leading to approximately NIS 50 million in debts. It seeks court supervision to continue operations and formulate a recovery plan, aiming to preserve assets and the rights of stakeholders.

7 newsrooms2h ago

Israeli Political Stalemate Threatens Billions in Defense and Tech Funding
2 newsrooms3h ago
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Israel Considers Extending Fuel Tax Cut Amid Global Oil Price Surge
6 newsrooms5h ago
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Arbitrator Resigns from Billion-Dollar Dispute Citing Lack of Objectivity
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World

Teen Immigrant Stays in Israel Despite War, Plans Family's Aliyah

Yarden Pavelek, a student in Israel through the Naaleh program, plans to immigrate permanently despite the ongoing war. She returned to the U.S. briefly after October 7th only with a guaranteed return flight. Pavelek, who arrived from the U.S. in 9th grade, hopes her family will eventually join her in Israel. The Naaleh program has inspired other families to make aliyah.

Arutz Sheva47m ago

School Classroom in Antwerp Accused of Indoctrinating Students on Palestinian Narrative
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Synagogue Chaos Erupts Over Roadblock Protests
Behadrei Haredim53m ago
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Rabbi Leads Bar Mitzvah Celebration for Officer in Northern Israel
Behadrei Haredim56m ago
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Tech

Israel to Test Dozens of AI Tools for Policy and Regulation

Israel's Prime Minister's Office is set to procure licenses for 21 artificial intelligence tools, costing approximately one million shekels annually, to aid in developing national AI policy and regulation. The National Directorate for Artificial Intelligence will use these tools for research, comparison, and professional development. This initiative aligns with government decisions from 2025 and 2026 aimed at establishing responsible AI governance and fostering technological advancement within the country. The procurement includes major AI platforms like ChatGPT and Claude, with ongoing reviews planned for the tool list.

Calcalist20m ago

Instagram Tests Long-Form Videos to Compete With YouTube
Kipa59m ago
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High-Tech Sector Crucial for Israel's Future, Industry Leaders Assert
Calcalist1h ago
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AI Agents in Companies Violate Instructions 40% of the Time, Study Finds
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Culture

New Drama 'The Escape' Becomes Most-Watched Israeli Series of the Year

Keshet 12's new drama series "The Escape" has become the most-watched Israeli drama of the year, achieving an average rating of 17.1% and 436,000 viewers. The plot follows a former security official on a dangerous rescue mission in South America to save a young man's family from a cult. The series, starring Yehuda Levi and others, explores themes of family and loyalty, building on Levi's previous success in "Ha'Rosh." The show's fourth episode airs tonight.

Ice12m ago

Magritte Masterpiece Restored and Returned to Display at Israel Museum
Haaretz22m ago
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Dan Ariely Explains His Unconventional Choices and Public Image
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Singer Itay Levy's Instagram Account Disabled Hours Before Major Concert
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Today

Ultra-Orthodox Protest Blocks Israel's Busiest Interchange During Rush Hour

Dangerous African Ant Species Discovered for First Time in Israel

IDF Soldier Arrested for Espionage on Behalf of Iran

Israel Warns Public Against Illicit Unregistered Drug Purchases

Israel Mandates 48-Hour Crew Data Submission Before Flights

Israeli-Affiliated Container Ship Sinks After Drone Attack Off Bulgaria

New Israeli Settlement Established in Northern Samaria

Shas Party Faces Electoral Crisis Amidst Voter Alienation

Arab Representation in Knesset Sees Electoral Gains Amid Political Uncertainty

Across the Israeli press

Election Committee Chair Orders Shin Bet to Probe Foreign Election Bribery Claims

Israel's Supreme Court Freezes Broadcast Law Amid Legal Challenges

Qatar Denies Election Meddling, Cites Israeli Disinformation Campaign

Israel Election Update: Netanyahu Bloc Leads, But No Majority Seen

Fuel Prices to Drop Then Soar in Israel Amid Tax Uncertainty

How the headlines differ

Knife Attack Near Israeli Embassy in Serbia; Attacker Killed

Likud Alleges Arab Parties Stole Elections Through Criminal Acts

Ongoing stories

Elbit Systems Acquires Canadian Autonomous Underwater Vehicle Specialist

Jerusalem Faction's Draft Evasion Fight Becomes Mass Haredi Protest

Politics

Eisenkot Accuses Netanyahu of Trying to Undermine Election Results

National Unity Chairman Accuses Netanyahu of Delegitimizing Election Results

Likud Gains Seat as Vote Count Nears Completion, Bloc Totals Unchanged

Election Results Update: Arab Parties Weaken, 'Change Bloc' Gains

Security

US War Spending Against Iran Exceeds $47 Billion, Pentagon Reports

Israel Health Ministry Warns Against Stolen Hyaluronic Acid Injectables

Kindergarten Staff Arrested in Ariel on Suspicion of Severe Child Abuse

Road Paving Attempt Near Joshua's Altar Thwarted by Residents

Economy

KFC Israel Operator Files for Bankruptcy Protection Amid Financial Crisis

Israeli Political Stalemate Threatens Billions in Defense and Tech Funding

Israel Considers Extending Fuel Tax Cut Amid Global Oil Price Surge

Arbitrator Resigns from Billion-Dollar Dispute Citing Lack of Objectivity

World

Teen Immigrant Stays in Israel Despite War, Plans Family's Aliyah

School Classroom in Antwerp Accused of Indoctrinating Students on Palestinian Narrative

Synagogue Chaos Erupts Over Roadblock Protests

Rabbi Leads Bar Mitzvah Celebration for Officer in Northern Israel

Tech

Israel to Test Dozens of AI Tools for Policy and Regulation

Instagram Tests Long-Form Videos to Compete With YouTube

High-Tech Sector Crucial for Israel's Future, Industry Leaders Assert

AI Agents in Companies Violate Instructions 40% of the Time, Study Finds

Culture

New Drama 'The Escape' Becomes Most-Watched Israeli Series of the Year

Magritte Masterpiece Restored and Returned to Display at Israel Museum

Dan Ariely Explains His Unconventional Choices and Public Image

Singer Itay Levy's Instagram Account Disabled Hours Before Major Concert