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The Desk20:00 bulletinItaly Expands Gaza Aid Flotilla Investigation to Include Israeli Defense Minister and IDF Chief2:02

Security · 13 outlets · 43m ago

Italy Investigates Israeli Officials Over Gaza Flotilla Activist Abuse Claims

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Israel Investigates Journalist's Alleged Attack Near Abu Falah

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Health

Hadassah Hospital Opens First Overseas Medical Center in Cyprus

11 sources · 1h ago

Politics

Trump: Israel Aided Anti-Houthi War, Abraham Accords with Saudi Arabia Back on Table

19m ago

Politics

Poll: 44% Believe Oct. 7 Massacre Was Preventable If Shin Bet Chief Had Woken Netanyahu

25m ago

Security

Suspect Arrested in Kafr Qara After M16 Rifle Found Buried

14 sources · 2h ago

Across the Israeli press

how each group of the press covered the same events

Economy · 19 sources · 7h ago

Proofpoint Acquires Israeli Cybersecurity Firm Varonis for $6.3 Billion

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Security · 9 sources · 8h ago

One Seriously Injured in Two-Truck Collision on Highway 6

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Politics · 32 sources · 1d ago

Ex-Shin Bet Chief Sues Netanyahu for Defamation Over Oct. 7 Claims

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Security · 29 sources · 1d ago

Two Workers Dead After Intel Plant Explosion in Kiryat Gat

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Security · 14 sources · 19h ago

IDF Rules Out Terror Attack in West Bank Incident, Driver Questioned

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How the headlines differ

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Ex-Shin Bet Chief Sues Netanyahu for Defamation Over Oct. 7 Claims

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Fourth Fatality Reported in Intel Factory Explosion in Kiryat Gat

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Developing

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Security · 3 sources · 1h ago

Israeli Defense Firms Showcase Wartime Innovations at US Army Expo

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Ongoing stories

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Day 33 · 3 updates

Lorenzo Brown Eyed by Hapoel Jerusalem as Harper Replacement

Maccabi Tel Aviv Helped Rival Player Lorenzo Brown Settle in Jerusalem

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Day 10 · 20 updates

IDF Interceptor Launched at False Target in Southern Lebanon

IDF Reports False Alarm After Firing Interceptors in Southern Lebanon

25 minutes ago

Day 45 · 28 updates

Israel on Highest Alert Amid Fears of Surprise Iranian Attack

Israel's Security Establishment Prepares for Elections Amid Iran Tensions

31 minutes ago

Day 44 · 6 updates

Israel, US Intelligence Assess Iran May Consider Expanding Missile Strikes

Israel Security Chiefs Discuss Iran Confrontation Amid US Bomb Plans

47 minutes ago

Politics

Israeli Missions Abroad See 86.7% Voter Turnout Ahead of Knesset Elections

Voting at Israeli missions abroad concluded with an 86.7% turnout, a significant increase from the previous election's 69.6%. The process involved 101 ballot boxes across 99 diplomatic posts and preceded the general elections on October 27. Overseas votes will be counted for the 26th Knesset elections, impacting government formation. This voting is limited to mission staff, officials, and their families.

2 newsrooms2h ago2

Hundreds Establish New Settlement Facing Gaza
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Qatar and Lebanon Agree on Energy Cooperation Framework
Arab483h ago
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Israel Approves 3,000 Gaza Workers for UAE-Funded Project Amid Hamas Dispute
Arab482h ago
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Security

Two Workers Killed in Explosion at Intel Factory in Kiryat Gat

Two workers, Ilya Chechulin and Yakir Kushvili, were killed in an explosion at the Intel factory in Kiryat Gat. Chechulin died yesterday, and Kushvili died this morning after being evacuated to Soroka Hospital. A third worker was seriously injured. The explosion is believed to have been caused by a technical failure during the unloading of NF3 gas. Intel expressed its condolences and is cooperating with the investigation.

7 newsrooms2h ago5

Israeli Rabbi Permits Settlers to Seize Palestinian Olives
7 newsrooms3h ago
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IDF Issues Warning After Teen Killed by Unexploded Ordnance Near Lebanon Border
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Hero Bus Driver Dies Saving 20 Soldiers in Highway Crash
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Economy

Wiz Founder Assaf Rappaport Set to Acquire McDonald's Israel Franchise

Businessman Assaf Rappaport and his Wiz co-founders are nearing a deal to acquire the franchise for McDonald's Israel, managing around 230 branches with 1.8 billion shekels in annual revenue. This follows McDonald's global repurchase of the Israeli operations in April 2024 amid boycotts. Rappaport's group, despite no prior food industry experience, emerged as the sole candidate after competing with other major Israeli business entities. The move signifies a major expansion for the founders beyond their tech ventures.

9 newsrooms22h ago

Boaz Weinstein's UK Investment Strategy Yields 40% Returns
Bizportal1h ago
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Historic Gas Station Operating for a Century Sold for Tens of Millions of Shekels
Ice3h ago
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Israel's Consumer Prices Unexpectedly Drop in September, Driven by Entertainment and Transport
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World

FlyDubai Extends Flight Cancellations to Israel Until November 2026

FlyDubai has extended its flight cancellations between Tel Aviv and Dubai until November 15, 2026, following an earlier incident involving its crew. Affected passengers can rebook flights for free within a 30-day window or receive a full refund. The airline has notified travel agencies of the new terms for customers whose flights were canceled in early November.

2 newsrooms1h ago

Middle East Faces Pivotal Stage Amidst Intertwined Conflicts and Shifting Alliances
Alarab2h ago
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Israeli Court Rejects Noise Complaint, Orders Residents to Pay $22,000
Kikar HaShabbat4h ago
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Israeli Academia Faces Challenges Amidst Global Rankings and Funding Shifts
Calcalist12h ago
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Tech

Israeli AgTech Startup BloomX Raises $13 Million for Robotic Pollination Systems

Israeli agtech startup BloomX has raised $13 million to expand its robotic pollination systems for crops like avocados and blueberries. The funding, led by Elah Fund, brings the company's total to $20 million. BloomX's AI-powered systems supplement natural pollinators, with reported yield increases of about 20%. The company plans to use the funds to expand operations in Peru, Mexico, South Africa, Israel, and enter the U.S. market.

3 newsrooms2h ago

AI Revolution Transforms Cars into Smart Assistants
Bizportal2h ago
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Apple Opens Pre-Orders for First Foldable iPhone Duo
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Tesla Unveils Flying Roadster With SpaceX Rocket Thrusters
Hamal11h ago7
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Culture

Beloved Israeli Comedian Shlomo Baraba Departs 'Zehu Ze!' After Decades

Veteran Israeli actor and comedian Shlomo Baraba is leaving the iconic sketch comedy show "Zehu Ze!" after decades, citing a desire to pursue other projects at age 76. Baraba, who returned for the show's 2020 revival alongside original cast members, will not be retiring from acting and has other ongoing projects. The public broadcasting corporation Kan 11 confirmed the show will continue with new actors and refreshed content.

7 newsrooms4h ago

Actor Honors Late Colleague Tal Berkovich on New Series
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Torah Scrolls Rescued From Nazis Find New Life Through Unlikely Partnership
The Jerusalem Post1h ago
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Latin Jews Find Community and Identity with Jewtina y Co.
The Times of Israel1h ago
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Israeli and Hebrew news, translated to clear English — today's top stories

Italy Investigates Israeli Officials Over Gaza Flotilla Activist Abuse Claims

Israel Investigates Journalist's Alleged Attack Near Abu Falah

Hadassah Hospital Opens First Overseas Medical Center in Cyprus

Trump: Israel Aided Anti-Houthi War, Abraham Accords with Saudi Arabia Back on Table

Israel Boosts Medical School Enrollment to Address Doctor Shortages

Israel Extends Home Front Special Status Amid Iran Threat

Trump: Israel Aided Saudi Arabia Against Houthis, Abraham Accords Back on Table

Poll: 44% Believe Oct. 7 Massacre Was Preventable If Shin Bet Chief Had Woken Netanyahu

Suspect Arrested in Kafr Qara After M16 Rifle Found Buried

Across the Israeli press

Proofpoint Acquires Israeli Cybersecurity Firm Varonis for $6.3 Billion

One Seriously Injured in Two-Truck Collision on Highway 6

Ex-Shin Bet Chief Sues Netanyahu for Defamation Over Oct. 7 Claims

Two Workers Dead After Intel Plant Explosion in Kiryat Gat

IDF Rules Out Terror Attack in West Bank Incident, Driver Questioned

How the headlines differ

Ex-Shin Bet Chief Sues Netanyahu for Defamation Over Oct. 7 Claims

Fourth Fatality Reported in Intel Factory Explosion in Kiryat Gat

Developing

Israeli Defense Firms Showcase Wartime Innovations at US Army Expo

Ongoing stories

Lorenzo Brown Eyed by Hapoel Jerusalem as Harper Replacement

IDF Interceptor Launched at False Target in Southern Lebanon

Israel on Highest Alert Amid Fears of Surprise Iranian Attack

Israel, US Intelligence Assess Iran May Consider Expanding Missile Strikes

Politics

Israeli Missions Abroad See 86.7% Voter Turnout Ahead of Knesset Elections

Hundreds Establish New Settlement Facing Gaza

Qatar and Lebanon Agree on Energy Cooperation Framework

Israel Approves 3,000 Gaza Workers for UAE-Funded Project Amid Hamas Dispute

Security

Two Workers Killed in Explosion at Intel Factory in Kiryat Gat

Israeli Rabbi Permits Settlers to Seize Palestinian Olives

IDF Issues Warning After Teen Killed by Unexploded Ordnance Near Lebanon Border

Hero Bus Driver Dies Saving 20 Soldiers in Highway Crash

Economy

Wiz Founder Assaf Rappaport Set to Acquire McDonald's Israel Franchise

Boaz Weinstein's UK Investment Strategy Yields 40% Returns

Historic Gas Station Operating for a Century Sold for Tens of Millions of Shekels

Israel's Consumer Prices Unexpectedly Drop in September, Driven by Entertainment and Transport

World

FlyDubai Extends Flight Cancellations to Israel Until November 2026

Middle East Faces Pivotal Stage Amidst Intertwined Conflicts and Shifting Alliances

Israeli Court Rejects Noise Complaint, Orders Residents to Pay $22,000

Israeli Academia Faces Challenges Amidst Global Rankings and Funding Shifts

Tech

Israeli AgTech Startup BloomX Raises $13 Million for Robotic Pollination Systems

AI Revolution Transforms Cars into Smart Assistants

Apple Opens Pre-Orders for First Foldable iPhone Duo

Tesla Unveils Flying Roadster With SpaceX Rocket Thrusters

Culture

Beloved Israeli Comedian Shlomo Baraba Departs 'Zehu Ze!' After Decades

Actor Honors Late Colleague Tal Berkovich on New Series

Torah Scrolls Rescued From Nazis Find New Life Through Unlikely Partnership

Latin Jews Find Community and Identity with Jewtina y Co.