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The Desk20:00 bulletinIsraeli Security Chiefs Meet to Assess Situation Ahead of Sensitive Period and Elections1:32
Israeli Security Chiefs Meet to Assess Situation Ahead of Sensitive Period and Elections
Security · 17 outlets · 36m ago

Israeli Security Chiefs Meet to Assess Situation Ahead of Sensitive Period and Elections

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Israeli PM Netanyahu Ordered to Remove Campaign Video from Personal Accounts

Israeli PM Netanyahu Ordered to Remove Campaign Video from Personal Accounts
15 sources · 14m ago2

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1,240 Foreign Air Crew Entered Israel From Hostile Nations Last Year

1,240 Foreign Air Crew Entered Israel From Hostile Nations Last Year
19 sources · 51m ago

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EU Minister Calls for Sanctions Against MEP Rima Hassan Over Flag Incident

EU Minister Calls for Sanctions Against MEP Rima Hassan Over Flag Incident
17 sources · 50m ago

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Netanyahu Warns Hamas Against Election Attacks, Vows Strong Response

Netanyahu Warns Hamas Against Election Attacks, Vows Strong Response
19 sources · 1h ago5

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Israel Warns of Heightened Terror Threat on October 7 Anniversary

Israel Warns of Heightened Terror Threat on October 7 Anniversary
27 sources · 2h ago

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Motorcyclist Hits Officer During Escape in Lod, Later Arrested

Motorcyclist Hits Officer During Escape in Lod, Later Arrested
8 sources · 15m ago

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IDF Officer Denies Responsibility for Oct. 7 Intelligence Failures

IDF Officer Denies Responsibility for Oct. 7 Intelligence Failures
5 sources · 46m ago

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El Al Cancels Dubai Evacuation Flights Due to UAE Decision

El Al Cancels Dubai Evacuation Flights Due to UAE Decision
5 sources · 7m ago

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Security · 12 sources · 1h ago

UEFA Investigates Alleged Spitting Incident Involving Israeli Player

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Math Professor Charged With Plotting Mass Murder and Expulsion of Arabs

Security · 7 sources · 1h ago

West Bank Minors Arrested for Alleged Attack on Palestinians Near Jerusalem

Security · 22 sources · 5h ago

Ultra-Orthodox Jews Block Military Police Arrest Attempt in Modi'in

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IDF to Resume Draft Evasion Operations Amid High Court Scrutiny

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Deal Reached on Flights for Israelis Abroad to Vote in Elections

Deal Reached on Flights for Israelis Abroad to Vote in Elections

An agreement was reached on Tuesday to allow flights for Israelis abroad to vote in upcoming elections, following a Likud petition. The deal stipulates that existing flight prices will be honored, but no new flights will be sold under the "Fly&Vote" and "AID Coalition" initiatives. Likud's petition to the Central Elections Committee was dismissed as part of the resolution.

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Road Construction Begins Between Homesh and Sa-Nur in Northern Samaria

Road Construction Begins Between Homesh and Sa-Nur in Northern Samaria

Construction has begun on a new road connecting Homesh and Sa-Nur in northern Samaria, bypassing the Palestinian village of Silat al-Harithiya. The road aims to improve security and enable safe transit between settlements. The project is seen as a historic step in re-establishing Jewish settlement in the area after the repeal of the Disengagement Law. Regional council head Yossi Dagan thanked ministers and officials, emphasizing the area's future as a major Israeli center.

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Rami Levy Retail Chain Faces Major Lawsuit Over Employee Deductions

Rami Levy Retail Chain Faces Major Lawsuit Over Employee Deductions

A class-action lawsuit has been approved against the Rami Levy supermarket chain in Israel, representing thousands of cashiers over the past seven years. The suit alleges illegal deductions from employee wages for cash register shortages. The Regional Labor Court ruled that random shortages are not a "fixed debt" and cannot be automatically deducted, especially for minimum wage workers, unless negligence is proven. The chain denies the claims, stating deductions were consensual and procedural, but the court found the practice to be systematic.

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Man Recounts Trauma of Wife's Murder on Oct. 7 and Ongoing Grief

Hamid Abu Arar is still deeply affected three years after his pregnant wife, Fatma, was murdered by Hamas terrorists on October 7, 2023. He and his infant son Elias were also injured in the attack. Abu Arar now cares for their nine children, all of whom are experiencing trauma, and he himself is on medication. He continues to visit the Gaza border to speak with his late wife and is dedicated to fulfilling their shared dream of educating their children.

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Ramat Gan Launches Israel's First AI City Initiative

Ramat Gan is launching Israel's first "AI City" initiative, introducing AI-powered voice assistants for its municipal hotline within weeks. The system aims to improve resident services and operational efficiency by handling inquiries and automating tasks. This digital transformation is part of Mayor Carmel Shama Hacohen's vision to position the city as an AI leader, with other projects including AI-driven parking permits and enhanced city surveillance.

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Timna Festival Returns to Roots in Rosh Ha'ayin with 12,000 Attendees

The Timna Festival 2026 in Rosh Ha'ayin celebrated Yemenite Jewish heritage over three days, attracting thousands. The event featured music, heritage activities, and food, with a closing concert attended by about 12,000 people. Mayor Raz Sagie emphasized the festival's return to its roots and the city's commitment to preserving this heritage for future generations. The municipality acknowledged all participants and staff involved in the successful event.

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