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The Desk10:00 bulletinIsraeli Forces Arrest Islamic Jihad Operative in Bethlehem1:50
Chabad Students Agree to IDF Enlistment After Airport Arrests
Security · 7 outlets · 41m ago

Chabad Students Agree to IDF Enlistment After Airport Arrests

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Prominent Journalist Yaron London Pledges Vote for Mansour Abbas

Prominent Journalist Yaron London Pledges Vote for Mansour Abbas
4 sources · 28m ago3

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IDF Eliminates Final Hamas Terrorist Involved in Shani Louk's Abduction and Murder

IDF Eliminates Final Hamas Terrorist Involved in Shani Louk's Abduction and Murder
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Israel Shifts to Winter Time, Gaining Sleep but Losing Daylight

Israel Shifts to Winter Time, Gaining Sleep but Losing Daylight
5 sources · 9m ago

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Security

Arkia Cancels All Flights to Marrakech Amid Security Directive

Arkia Cancels All Flights to Marrakech Amid Security Directive
5 sources · 5m ago

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Politics

Cancellation of Assessment Exams Sparks Debate Over Student Proficiency

Cancellation of Assessment Exams Sparks Debate Over Student Proficiency
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Palestinian Taxi Driver Arrested in Bethlehem on Suspicion of Aiding Islamic Jihad

Palestinian Taxi Driver Arrested in Bethlehem on Suspicion of Aiding Islamic Jihad
8 sources · 55m ago3

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Teens Detained in Netanya Over Stolen Fire Extinguishers Linked to TikTok Challenge

Teens Detained in Netanya Over Stolen Fire Extinguishers Linked to TikTok Challenge
8 sources · 1h ago

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Security

Israel Planned Iran Attack, US Stopped It, Experts Question Strategy

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Security · 9 sources · 2h ago

Netanyahu and US Defense Secretary Hegseth Held Covert Meeting in Israel

Security · 5 sources · 1h ago

Police Discover Military Arsenal Hidden in Northern Israel Cemetery

Security · 25 sources · 9h ago

US Defense Secretary Confirms Secret Visit to Israel, Meeting with Netanyahu

Security · 7 sources · 3h ago

Footballer Arrested for Alleged Threats Against Sister, Released to House Arrest

Politics · 18 sources · 13h ago

Israel's Education Minister Cancels Standardized Tests

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Signal System Failure Causes Delays on Israel Railways Southbound Lines
Security · 4 sources · 1h ago

Signal System Failure Causes Delays on Israel Railways Southbound Lines

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Miracle Baby Survives Rare Illness, But Family Faces Financial Ruin
Health · 3 sources · 1h ago

Miracle Baby Survives Rare Illness, But Family Faces Financial Ruin

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Settler Violence Poses Strategic Threat to Israel, Report Warns

West Bank Settler Violence Signals Civil War Culture, Writer Warns
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Israel's High Court Puts Election App Decision to Central Committee

Israel's High Court Demands Explanation on Election Day Data Collection
16 minutes ago
Day 33 · 12 updates

Israeli Lawmakers Demand IDF Clarification on Haredi Draft Evasion Arrests

IDF Criticized for Failing to Provide Data on Haredi Draft Dodgers
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Why Israelis Still Vote for Netanyahu After Major Crises

Despite the October 7th massacre and ongoing crises, many Israelis continue to vote for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, baffling critics. Analysts suggest his supporters view him as a father figure or are drawn to his cynical approach, which offers a sense of security and insider knowledge. Netanyahu's strategy of embracing the gap between words and actions and avoiding clear future platforms allows diverse supporters to feel represented. The article argues that while cynicism offers a temporary shield, it ultimately weakens the resolve to create real change, making voter turnout crucial for the upcoming election.

Haaretz

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Security

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Israeli Minister Confronts Inmate, Vows Harsh Punishment

Israeli Minister Confronts Inmate, Vows Harsh Punishment

Israeli Minister of National Security Itamar Ben-Gvir released a video of himself confronting security prisoner Mahmoud Attallah, who was convicted of raping guards. Ben-Gvir vowed to implement the death penalty for rapists and stated that Attallah's lenient treatment was over. The publication has reignited trauma for victims, with a former guard expressing fears of retaliation. Ben-Gvir has also recently faced criticism over a controversial prison security plan and a public dispute at a conference.

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Israel Regulator Recovers NIS 21.5 Million for Insurance and Pension Clients

Israel Regulator Recovers NIS 21.5 Million for Insurance and Pension Clients

Israel's Capital, Insurance, and Savings Market Authority recovered about 21.5 million shekels for clients in 2025 due to intervention on 16,906 complaints. Poor customer service and claim processing delays were the main reasons for compensation. Harel Insurance received the most justified complaints, paying out 9.6 million shekels to policyholders.

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Israeli Prankster Poses as Arab Supporter of Israel in Paris Live TV Interview

Israeli Prankster Poses as Arab Supporter of Israel in Paris Live TV Interview

An Israeli journalist, Neria Kraus, was deceived during a live TV report from Paris when a man she interviewed, claiming to be an Arab supporter of Israel, was revealed to be an Israeli prankster named Hezi. The man, who called himself Ali from Baghdad, expressed support for Israel during the broadcast. He later admitted on social media to posing as an Arab out of boredom, expressing surprise that the interview was aired.

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Tech

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AI Giants Anthropic, OpenAI, SpaceX Enter Israeli Market Directly

AI leaders Anthropic, OpenAI, and SpaceX are expanding their direct presence in Israel, seeking contracts with major Israeli organizations. OpenAI has hired local management and partnered with CloudZone, Abra, and AllCloud, while Anthropic is also working with these firms. SpaceX is promoting its software tools through its partner E-Square, a division of Malam Tim. These companies previously offered remote access but now aim for direct engagement with sectors like finance, health, government, and defense.

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Culture

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Jerusalem Inaugurates New Special Education Facility for 'P'tchiya' Network

Jerusalem inaugurated a new facility for the "P'tchiya" network's special education Talmud Torah "P'tchiya Olami." The opening ceremony was attended by religious leaders, city officials, and the network's founders and staff. The new building aims to provide an optimal learning environment, featuring a dedicated synagogue to help students integrate into community life. Dignitaries affixed mezuzahs to the new structure.

Kikar HaShabbat

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