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The Desk22:00 bulletinNational Memorial Ceremony Held for October 7 Massacre Victims1:13
Hezbollah Receives Major Funding From Iran for War Displaced
Security · 23 outlets · 50m ago

Hezbollah Receives Major Funding From Iran for War Displaced

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Two Senior Israeli Transport Ministry Officials Under Investigation for Outside Employment

Two Senior Israeli Transport Ministry Officials Under Investigation for Outside Employment
21 sources · 1h ago

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Politics

Netanyahu's Likud Party Accuses Channel 12 of 'False Propaganda' on October 7

Netanyahu's Likud Party Accuses Channel 12 of 'False Propaganda' on October 7
9 sources · 35m ago

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Two Men Sentenced for Looting Nova Festival Site After Oct. 7 Attack

Two Men Sentenced for Looting Nova Festival Site After Oct. 7 Attack
27 sources · 2h ago2

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National Memorial Ceremony Held for October 7 Massacre Victims

National Memorial Ceremony Held for October 7 Massacre Victims
15 sources · 47m ago

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Netanyahu Bloc Leads in New Poll Ahead of 2026 Elections

Netanyahu Bloc Leads in New Poll Ahead of 2026 Elections
9 sources · 1h ago

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Arkia Cancels Flights from Dubai Amidst Investigation Fallout

Arkia Cancels Flights from Dubai Amidst Investigation Fallout
11 sources · 1h ago

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British Airways Resumes Flights to Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion Airport

British Airways Resumes Flights to Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion Airport
14 sources · 44m ago

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Netanyahu Warned of War Months Before Oct. 7 Attack, Report Claims

Netanyahu Warned of War Months Before Oct. 7 Attack, Report Claims
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Math Professor Accused of Plotting Mass Attack on Arabs

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Coalition Leaders Absent from October 7th Memorial Events

Coalition Leaders Absent from October 7th Memorial Events

On the third anniversary of the October 7th massacre, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and most of his cabinet ministers were absent from public memorial events held on the actual date, instead participating in separate observances. Opposition figures and some coalition members, like Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and MK Aryeh Deri, attended ceremonies. Netanyahu lit a candle at his office and issued statements, while Deri criticized calls for ultra-Orthodox conscription at a United Hatzalah event. The article questions the absence of key coalition leaders from the main October 7th commemorations.

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Two Youths Injured in Shooting Near Arad

Two Youths Injured in Shooting Near Arad

A 14-year-old boy was seriously injured and a 19-year-old man was moderately injured in a shooting incident near Arad on Wednesday. Paramedics treated the victims at the scene before taking them to Soroka Hospital. Both sustained penetrating wounds, with the boy's condition stable and the young man's moderate.

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Discount Bank Merges Mercantile Bank, Expects Significant Savings

Discount Bank Merges Mercantile Bank, Expects Significant Savings

Discount Bank is merging its subsidiary, Mercantile Bank, in a move that will cost around 600 million shekels but yield annual savings of nearly 200 million shekels. The merger involves consolidating operations and offering early retirement to 450-600 employees. Analysts expect the savings to boost profits within two years and fully recoup the merger costs in approximately three years. The Mercantile brand will likely be retained for customer interactions.

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Lessons From October 7: Lies Prevail, While Memory Lingers

Lessons From October 7: Lies Prevail, While Memory Lingers

Israel is observing the third year of commemorations for the October 7 massacre, with grief and anger still potent. Final WhatsApp messages from victims and their families are being shared, highlighting the contrast between life before and after the event. The commemorations include ceremonies, documentaries, and social media eulogies.

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Tesla Enables Model 3 and Y Owners to Use Car Battery as Home Backup Power

Tesla is enabling Model 3 and Model Y owners to use their car batteries as home backup power during outages, integrating with Powerwall and charging stations. Standard models can provide up to two days of backup, with premium versions offering more. The feature is slated for US and Puerto Rico orders from October 2026, but is currently unavailable in Israel due to the lack of official Powerwall sales.

Behadrei Haredim

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Singer and Fighter 'M' Comforts Nova Victims' Families with Guitar

Singer and fighter 'M' visited the Nova massacre memorial site with a guitar to comfort bereaved families. He performed songs written during the war, aiming to provide hope and connection. 'M' stated that music helps him process his experiences and connect with others during difficult times. He hopes his music can offer strength and make people feel slightly better amidst their grief.

Arutz Sheva

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