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The Desk09:00 bulletinUS and Israel Finalize Preparations for Potential Iran Strike1:50
US and Israel Draft Plans for Strikes on Iran Post-Midterms
Security · 22 outlets · 1h ago

US and Israel Draft Plans for Strikes on Iran Post-Midterms

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Teen Arrested for Running Telegram Network Selling Intimate Content of Women and Minors

7 sources · 15m ago

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Politics

AIPAC Shifts Strategy, Ending Direct Candidate Donations

AIPAC Shifts Strategy, Ending Direct Candidate Donations
10 sources · 29m ago

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Medical Association Threatens Healthcare System Strike Over Patient Attack

Medical Association Threatens Healthcare System Strike Over Patient Attack
4 sources · 20m ago

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Security

Suspect in Multi-Million Shekel Theft Extradited From Portugal to Israel

6 sources · 13m ago

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Israel's Legal Advisor Seeks to Revoke Benefits for Draft Dodgers

Israel's Legal Advisor Seeks to Revoke Benefits for Draft Dodgers
13 sources · 1h ago

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Haifa Municipality Threatens to Shut Down Oil Refineries After Benzene Spill

Haifa Municipality Threatens to Shut Down Oil Refineries After Benzene Spill
3 sources · 5m ago

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Politics

Israeli Defense Minister and Opposition Leader Trade Barbs Ahead of Elections

Israeli Defense Minister and Opposition Leader Trade Barbs Ahead of Elections
8 sources · 21m ago

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Security

Police Foil Assassination Plot, Arrest Four Suspects

Police Foil Assassination Plot, Arrest Four Suspects
7 sources · 27m ago

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Across the Israeli press

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Security · 11 sources · 1h ago

Nine Injured After Minibus Overturns on Roadside in Central Israel

Security · 17 sources · 2h ago

Malaysia Bans Waze App Over Israel Ties

Economy · 17 sources · 12h ago

Israel's Central Bank Holds Rates, Urges Fiscal Prudence for Next Government

Politics · 9 sources · 12h ago

Israeli Finance Minister Offers Post to Prevent Vote Split

Sports · 3 sources · 2h ago

Deni Avdija Stars With Double-Double in Trail Blazers' Season Opener Win

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Kfar Giladi Quarries Wins Northern Israel Quarry Tender for $130 Million
Economy · 3 sources · 42m ago

Kfar Giladi Quarries Wins Northern Israel Quarry Tender for $130 Million

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Singer Margalit Tzanani Sued for NIS 3 Million Over Alleged Abuse
Culture · 6 sources · 1h ago

Singer Margalit Tzanani Sued for NIS 3 Million Over Alleged Abuse

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Ongoing stories

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Jerusalem Police Announce Traffic Closures for Rachel's Tomb Pilgrimage

Jerusalem Prepares for Massive Pilgrimage to Rachel's Tomb
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Trump Shares Poll Favoring Netanyahu Bloc on Social Media

Trump's Endorsement of Netanyahu Becomes Double-Edged Sword in Israel
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Analysts Question Bank of Israel's Low Weighting of Middle East Tensions on Interest Rates

Real Estate Developer Slams Bank of Israel Governor Over Interest Rate Decision
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Settler Group Plans 122-Unit Settlement in East Jerusalem's Sheikh Jarrah

Settler Group Plans 122-Unit Settlement in East Jerusalem's Sheikh Jarrah

The settlement watchdog group Ir Amim revealed that the Amana movement plans to build a 122-unit settlement at the historic Shepherd Hotel site in East Jerusalem's Sheikh Jarrah neighborhood. This marks Amana's first settlement initiative in Jerusalem, with a hearing scheduled for November 11, 2026. The plan aims to construct multi-story buildings on the site, which was previously confiscated from a Palestinian family. Researchers state this is part of a systematic Israeli effort to transform the neighborhood into an Israeli settlement.

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US and Israel Plan Iran Attack; Tehran Warns of Retaliation

The U.S. and Israel have reportedly prepared plans for a military strike against Iran following the U.S. midterm elections on November 3. Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps announced it had struck four oil tankers and that three other ships hit mines, warning of retaliation against U.S. bases. U.S. President Donald Trump denied current negotiations, while French President Emmanuel Macron confirmed mediation efforts are ongoing. Dozens of Israeli fighter jets were also reported to have flown near Iran's borders.

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Economy

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Major Real Estate Deal Near Tel Aviv Sees 80 Apartments Sold for 198 Million Shekels

Major Real Estate Deal Near Tel Aviv Sees 80 Apartments Sold for 198 Million Shekels

Azorim Living has purchased 80 apartments in Azor for NIS 198 million, a deal significantly below their appraised value of NIS 231 million. The seller, Zvi Tzarfati and Sons, expects a pre-tax profit of NIS 47.2 million from the sale. Sixty apartments are already leased, providing an estimated annual income of NIS 7.1 million. This acquisition brings Azorim Living's total purchases this year to 247 apartments for NIS 613 million.

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Israeli Correspondent Apologizes for Stay at Qatar Lobbyist's Home

Channel 13 correspondent Suleiman Maswadeh apologized after Haaretz reported he stayed at the home of Qatar lobbyist Jay Footlik. Maswadeh testified in the Qatargate probe, where Footlik is a central figure. Maswadeh maintained his journalism was unaffected but acknowledged the appearance of compromised independence.

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Tech

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Israel Explores Building Experimental Fusion Reactor

Israel's Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure is considering building an experimental fusion reactor as part of a strategy to enter the global fusion energy race. The ministry released a report detailing three potential government programs, with the most ambitious involving a 1-2 billion shekel investment over ten years. This plan includes studying the possibility of constructing an experimental reactor with international partners. The report emphasizes Israel's technological capabilities but warns of missed opportunities without significant state funding.

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Culture

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Arab Schools Significantly Exceed National Averages in Bagrut Exams

The eligibility rate for the Bagrut matriculation certificate in Israel's Arab community has risen to about 83%, a significant increase attributed to improved educational efforts. Deputy Director of Arab Education Hossam Diab highlighted notable achievements in both urban and Bedouin areas, with some schools exceeding national averages by several times. He credited teachers and principals for the successes, while also noting the importance of policy implementation. The improvements are seen as a positive development for Arab education.

Al-Shams

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