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The Desk10:00 bulletinIsraeli Knesset Speaker Doubts Netanyahu Met Egyptian Spy Chief Before Oct. 71:22
Israel Approves NIS 1 Billion Transfer to Fund Apache Helicopter Purchase
Security · 18 outlets · 13m ago

Israel Approves NIS 1 Billion Transfer to Fund Apache Helicopter Purchase

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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
21 sources · 52m ago

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

Netanyahu Confirms Egyptian Spy Chief Visited Israel Before Oct. 7 Attack
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Three Injured, One Critical, After Explosion at Intel Plant in Kiryat Gat

Three Injured, One Critical, After Explosion at Intel Plant in Kiryat Gat
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Student's Death Highlights Disputed Responsibility for Unexploded Ordnance Cleanup

Student's Death Highlights Disputed Responsibility for Unexploded Ordnance Cleanup
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Bedouin Man Sentenced to 24.5 Years for Spying for Gaza Terror Group While in IDF

Bedouin Man Sentenced to 24.5 Years for Spying for Gaza Terror Group While in IDF
6 sources · 17m ago

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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
15 sources · 1h ago2

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Colombia Inaugurates Jerusalem Embassy, Restoring Ties With Israel

Colombia Inaugurates Jerusalem Embassy, Restoring Ties With Israel
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Security · 20 sources · 4h ago

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

Security · 10 sources · 2h ago

Hamas Threats Halt Private Gaza Supply Shipments

Security · 13 sources · 3h ago

Israeli Teen Killed by Hezbollah Munition During School Hike

Security · 8 sources · 1h ago

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

Health · 11 sources · 1h ago

Health Ministry Warns Public Against Unidentified Food Products

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Elections Committee Rejects Bid to Ban Channel 14 Broadcasts
Politics · 4 sources · 27m ago

Elections Committee Rejects Bid to Ban Channel 14 Broadcasts

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Apple Allocates Tiny Number of New Foldable iPhones to Israel
Tech · 4 sources · 46m ago

Apple Allocates Tiny Number of New Foldable iPhones to Israel

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Fattal Hotel Chain Plans 12 New Israeli Hotels by 2030
Economy · 4 sources · 1h ago

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Tel Aviv Stock Exchange Closes Higher Amid Broad Gains

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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

The Israeli government approved an additional NIS 1.03 billion for classified defense procurement, to be funded by cuts to the Arab society development plan between 2027 and 2029. Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich proposed the plan, which avoids broader ministry budget reductions. The funds are reportedly linked to a potential deal for Apache attack helicopters, with NIS 68 million already diverted this year from surplus funds.

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Tel Aviv Building Collapse Linked to Unreported Reconstruction Work

Tel Aviv Building Collapse Linked to Unreported Reconstruction Work

A partially renovated building collapsed in Tel Aviv on October 14, with authorities citing unreported reconstruction work as a likely cause. The Ministry of Labor's safety administration has closed the site and is investigating. No injuries were reported. New safety regulations for the construction industry are set to be implemented next week.

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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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Israeli AI Startup Zenzap Raises $44 Million for Collaborative AI Platform

Israeli AI startup Zenzap has emerged from stealth with $44 million in funding led by Bessemer Venture Partners and Lightspeed Venture Partners. The company's "Multiplayer AI" platform enables employees and AI agents to collaborate in real-time within existing communication channels. The funding will support team expansion, product development, and international growth. Zenzap aims to integrate AI into everyday business operations securely and efficiently, serving thousands of organizations.

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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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