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The Desk17:00 bulletinEuropean Parliament Member Throws Israeli Flag During October 7 Memorial Event1:17
Israel Warns of Heightened Terror Threat Abroad Around October 7 Anniversary
Security · 24 outlets · 19m ago

Israel Warns of Heightened Terror Threat Abroad Around October 7 Anniversary

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EU Lawmaker Investigated After Allegedly Throwing Israeli Flag at Oct. 7 Memorial

EU Lawmaker Investigated After Allegedly Throwing Israeli Flag at Oct. 7 Memorial
16 sources · 11m ago

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Over 1200 Crew Members from 'Unfriendly' Nations Entered Israel This Year

Over 1200 Crew Members from 'Unfriendly' Nations Entered Israel This Year
11 sources · 12m ago

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Ex-German Spy Chief Arrested for Espionage and Treason

Ex-German Spy Chief Arrested for Espionage and Treason
8 sources · 19m ago

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IDF to Resume Draft Evasion Operations Amid High Court Scrutiny

IDF to Resume Draft Evasion Operations Amid High Court Scrutiny
7 sources · 37m ago

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Math Professor Charged With Plotting Mass Murder and Expulsion of Arabs

Math Professor Charged With Plotting Mass Murder and Expulsion of Arabs
32 sources · 1h ago11

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ASOS Suffers Suspected Data Breach, Prompting Security Concerns and Stock Plunge

ASOS Suffers Suspected Data Breach, Prompting Security Concerns and Stock Plunge
11 sources · 1h ago

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Police Arrest Three Minors in Jerusalem Attack on Elderly Palestinian Man

Police Arrest Three Minors in Jerusalem Attack on Elderly Palestinian Man
7 sources · 23m ago

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Israel Warns Hamas of Severe Retaliation for October 7 Anniversary Attacks

Israel Warns Hamas of Severe Retaliation for October 7 Anniversary Attacks
24 sources · 1h ago

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Security · 18 sources · 1h ago

Netanyahu, Katz Claim Hamas Planning Oct. 7 Anniversary Attacks Amid Election Concerns

Security · 22 sources · 2h ago

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

Security · 12 sources · 2h ago

Israel Prepares for War with Palestinian Authority Over Security Forces

Security · 6 sources · 52m ago

Police Officer Lightly Injured After Being Hit by Motorcycle in Lod

Security · 4 sources · 1h ago

Biden's Envoy Says No Intelligence Warning for Oct. 7 Attacks

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UK Green Party Leader Pledges Support for Jews Amid 'Zionism is Racism' Vote Controversy

UK Green Party Leader Pledges Support for Jews Amid 'Zionism is Racism' Vote Controversy

The U.K. Green Party leader vowed to protect Jewish citizens after members voted to define Zionism as racism, with a deputy opposing the measure. Israel announced it would ban the leader from entering the country due to the vote. The party stated criticism of Israel and antisemitism must be distinct, while maintaining opposition to Israeli policies and support for Palestinians.

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IDF Arrests Yeshiva Students Amid Increased Enforcement

The Military Police have intensified arrests of yeshiva students during the "bein hazmanim" holiday, reportedly due to pressure from the legal system to increase enforcement against draft dodgers. Recent arrests include a student from "Hebron Knesset Israel" yeshiva and a Jerusalem resident in Eilat. Deputy Attorney General Gil Limon has called for increased proactive arrests, with legal officials seeking to prosecute draft evaders before the winter study session begins in November.

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Israel Approves $6.7 Billion Leviathan Gas Deal for Dalia Power

Israel Approves $6.7 Billion Leviathan Gas Deal for Dalia Power

Competition Commissioner Michal Cohen approved a $6.7 billion natural gas deal between Dalia Power and Leviathan field partners NewMed Energy and Ratio Energies. The agreement, signed May 19, 2026, will supply gas to two new power plants starting January 1, 2030. The deal was approved unconditionally, with the commissioner finding it would not harm competition, though a secondary trading restriction clause requires further assessment by the parties.

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Israel to Complete Repatriation Flights from Dubai by Thursday

Israel to Complete Repatriation Flights from Dubai by Thursday

Israel's operation to repatriate its citizens from Dubai will conclude by Thursday, October 8. Over 7,400 passengers have returned via flights from Abu Dhabi and Dubai.

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Israeli Startup QTREX Unveils Novel Solution to Quantum Processor Wiring Challenges

Israeli company QTREX Quantum has introduced a 3D-printed planar technology to manage the thousands of wires needed for quantum processors, solving a major scaling issue. This innovation allows for compact integration of control lines, reducing heat and interference, and has already drawn interest from Israel's defense sector. The company is also nearing a deal with a global quantum giant, and its stock has risen over 40% with a market cap exceeding $100 million.

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Commentator Yinon Magal Defends Remarks on 'Mr. Abandonment' Book Contributors

Commentator Yinon Magal Defends Remarks on 'Mr. Abandonment' Book Contributors

Commentator Yinon Magal defended his remarks calling contributors to the "Mr. Abandonment" book "despicable," stating he would exclude families of October 7th victims. Fellow commentator Yinon Kaspit accused Magal of lying and demanding apologies from these families before reluctantly agreeing to exclude them. Kaspit urged listeners to review the broadcast to decide between their conflicting versions of events. The book "Mr. Abandonment" features testimonies from families of October 7th victims.

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