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The Desk09:00 bulletinIsraeli Government to Cut NIS 2.6 Billion for Defense Needs2:01
TV Host Yinon Magal Clarifies 'Monkey' Remark About Gadi Eisenkot
Politics · 18 outlets · 27m ago

TV Host Yinon Magal Clarifies 'Monkey' Remark About Gadi Eisenkot

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Yashar Party Slams Host Magal's 'Racist' Remarks About Eisenkot

Yashar Party Slams Host Magal's 'Racist' Remarks About Eisenkot
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Teenager Fatally Stabbed in Ashkelon; Police Arrest Two, Detain Eight

Teenager Fatally Stabbed in Ashkelon; Police Arrest Two, Detain Eight
8 sources · 27m ago

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Settlers Attack European Diplomatic Delegation in Taybeh, Injure French Mayor

Settlers Attack European Diplomatic Delegation in Taybeh, Injure French Mayor
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Teenager Fatally Stabbed in Ashkelon; Axe Found at Scene

Teenager Fatally Stabbed in Ashkelon; Axe Found at Scene
5 sources · 20m ago

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LA Man Arrested for Alleged Plot to Attack Jewish Preschool

LA Man Arrested for Alleged Plot to Attack Jewish Preschool
3 sources · 30m ago

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Settlers Attack European Diplomats, Palestinian Olive Harvesters in West Bank

Settlers Attack European Diplomats, Palestinian Olive Harvesters in West Bank
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Israel Approves Billions for Defense Amid Cuts to Social Services

Israel Approves Billions for Defense Amid Cuts to Social Services
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US Demands Israel Crack Down on Settler Violence After Photographer Assault

US Demands Israel Crack Down on Settler Violence After Photographer Assault
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Israeli Broadcaster Sparks Outrage With Racist Remarks About Gadi Eisenkot

Israeli Broadcaster Sparks Outrage With Racist Remarks About Gadi Eisenkot

Israeli broadcaster Yinon Magal caused a political uproar by calling Gadi Eisenkot, head of the Yashar! Party, a "monkey" and linking it to his Moroccan heritage. Eisenkot condemned the "vulgarity" and vowed to bring political change. Magal's remarks drew widespread condemnation from opposition leaders, including Yair Lapid, who also criticized Prime Minister Netanyahu's silence. The Yashar! Party accused Magal of racism, comparing the incident to past controversies involving Mizrahi Jews.

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Lebanon to Demand Israel Halt Strikes in US Talks

Lebanon to Demand Israel Halt Strikes in US Talks

Lebanon's military delegation will demand Israel halt strikes on its territory during trilateral talks with the U.S. and Israel on October 20 in Florida. President Joseph Aoun stated the delegation aims for results aligned with a June 2026 framework agreement. The negotiations will focus on military-level discussions, with significant differences persisting between Israeli demands for Hezbollah disarmament and Lebanese calls for an end to strikes.

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Israelis Flock to Short, Affordable Cyprus Getaways

Israeli tourism company Issta has launched "Quickie in Cyprus" packages, offering short weekend trips starting at NIS 700, including flights and hotels. These affordable getaways are designed for busy Israelis seeking a brief international break without using vacation days. The company anticipates these short, accessible trips to Cyprus will become increasingly popular this winter due to its proximity and amenities.

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Israeli Courts Rule on Eviction, Property Rights, and Contempt of Court

Israeli Courts Rule on Eviction, Property Rights, and Contempt of Court

An Israeli woman was ordered to be evicted from land near Tel Aviv's Metziitzim Beach after a court ruled she had no legal rights to the state-owned property. In another ruling, a woman's claim for half ownership of her husband's pre-marital apartment was denied, as she failed to prove intent to share. Separately, a construction company was fined NIS 4,000 daily for contempt of court after failing to renovate a dangerous building facade in Bat Yam as previously ordered. The eviction is set for December 31, 2026, while the construction company must begin work within 14 days.

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Volvo Unveils New Plug-In Hybrid Models With Extended Electric Range

Volvo has introduced new generations of its XC60 and XC90 plug-in hybrid SUVs, boasting electric ranges of up to 125 kilometers, more than double that of previous models. These vehicles feature larger batteries and improved charging capabilities, allowing many daily commutes to be completed on electricity alone. Production is set to begin in late 2026, with deliveries in early 2027, as Volvo adjusts its electrification strategy to meet diverse market preferences. The enhanced plug-in hybrids are relevant to Israel, which is reviewing tax incentives for such vehicles based on actual electric usage.

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Billionaire John Paulson Donates Record $250 Million to Hebrew University

Billionaire John Paulson Donates Record $250 Million to Hebrew University

Philanthropist John Paulson has donated a record $250 million to the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. The funds will establish a new engineering faculty and expand medical research. The university's Mount Scopus campus will be renamed in his honor. Paulson stated his decision to support Israel stems from a desire to counter anti-Israel sentiment and antisemitism globally.

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