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The Desk23:00 bulletinSon of Hamas Leader Yahya Sinwar Expressed Desire to Kill Jews in Childhood Letter1:25

Security · 7 outlets · 35m ago

Israeli Firms Accused of Using Ads to Distribute Spyware

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Proofpoint to Acquire Israeli-Founded Varonis for $6.3 Billion

11 sources · 1h ago

Politics

Knesset Speaker Ohana Condemns 'Abhorrent Lie' of Genocide Accusations at European Council

10 sources · 1h ago4

Politics

Israeli Lawmaker Sparks Outrage Comparing Yeshiva Students to Holocaust Victims

3 sources · 23m ago

Security

IDF Reveals Letter from Sinwar's Son Expressing Desire to Shoot Jews

15 sources · 2h ago

Politics

Trump Expresses Distrust in Netanyahu, Discusses Iran Nuclear Program and Ukraine War

12m ago

Security

Israel, US Assess Iran Military Buildup Amid Internal Strife

28m ago

Politics

Israeli Government to Cut 2.6 Billion Shekels From Ministries for Defense Funding

3 sources · 1h ago3

Security

Flydubai Hijacking Attempt Exposes Israeli Aviation Security Flaws

3 sources · 57m ago

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how each group of the press covered the same events

Security · 7 sources · 2h ago

Germany Sentences Two Men for Iran-Directed Plot to Assassinate Jewish Leaders

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Security · 8 sources · 5h ago

Hezbollah Claims Explosives Shipment Seized in Lebanon Was Destined for Israel

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Politics · 21 sources · 5h ago

Israelis Abroad Begin Voting in General Elections

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Security · 14 sources · 7h ago

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

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Politics · 32 sources · 13h ago

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

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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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Ongoing stories

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Day 32 · 9 updates

Politics

Israel Aims to Slash Master Plan Approval Time From 8 Years to 3

Israel's Planning Administration aims to cut master plan approval times from an average of eight years to three, a process currently delaying crucial urban development. Lengthy procedures, exemplified by stalled plans in Tel Aviv, Petah Tikva, and Ramat Gan, are attributed to bureaucratic hurdles and excessive detail. Experts suggest streamlining plans and empowering local committees to accelerate approvals and unlock development potential.

Globes42m ago

Knesset Hopeful Sparks Outrage With Holocaust Comparison
Behadrei Haredim1h ago
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Pollster Claims Unique Method Will Reveal Election Surprise
Globes1h ago
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Trump Declines to Commit to Aiding Netanyahu in Elections
Behadrei Haredim1h ago
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Security

Trump Rules Out Nuclear Weapons, Ground Troops Against Iran

U.S. President Donald Trump declared he would not use nuclear weapons or ground troops against Iran, despite reports of new U.S. military strike plans. The plans reportedly considered using the MOAB bomb on Iranian nuclear and energy facilities. The U.S. last used the MOAB in Afghanistan in 2017. Trump also stated he trusts no one in politics when asked about Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Makan26m ago

Bereaved Father Accuses Shin Bet Chief of Blame-Shifting and Distrusting Netanyahu
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Two Yeshiva Students Arrested in Rishon LeZion Amid Haredi Draft Evasion Crackdown
Kikar HaShabbat1h ago
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Son of Malka Laifer Sued for Over $700,000 in Damages
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Economy

Businessman Assaf Rappaport Buys McDonald's Israel Franchise for $1 Billion

Businessman Assaf Rappaport is acquiring the McDonald's franchise in Israel for approximately one billion shekels. The deal values the company at a profit multiple of around 5, with estimated annual revenues of 1.8 billion shekels. This acquisition occurs while McDonald's stock faces challenges globally, trading at a high multiple despite recent declines. Rappaport reportedly beat out several other bidders for the franchise rights.

3 newsrooms13h ago

Israel Allocates 25 Million Shekels to Advance Women in High-Tech
2 newsrooms13h ago
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Brazilian Denim Giant Invests in Israeli Tech for Eco-Friendly Dyeing
2 newsrooms25m ago
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Israel Mulls Cutting Tax Breaks for Plug-in Hybrid Cars
Globes41m ago
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World

Wikipedia Bias Against Israel Persists, New ADL Study Finds

A new study by the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) found that biased edits concerning Israel persist on Wikipedia, even after editors were banned. The report highlights that a significant portion of edits by banned users remain in key articles, and new accounts are continuing to influence content. The ADL is calling for a comprehensive review of affected articles and for AI companies to be cautious about using Wikipedia content.

6 newsrooms14h ago

Israeli Academia Faces Challenges Amidst Global Rankings and Funding Shifts
Calcalist27m ago
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Four Injured in Tel Aviv Apartment Building Fire
Ynet39m ago
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Holocaust Survivor and Paratroopers Architect Major General Haim Nadel Dies at 92
2 newsrooms9h ago
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Tech

Israeli Cyber Firm Varonis Sold for $6.3 Billion to Perforce

Israeli cybersecurity firm Varonis Systems has been acquired by U.S.-based Perforce Software for approximately $6.3 billion in cash. The deal, facilitated by investment firm Thoma Bravo, values Varonis at $49.75 per share. The acquisition aims to combine Varonis's data security expertise with Perforce's identity protection solutions. The transaction is expected to be completed in the first half of 2027, pending regulatory approvals.

Bizportal55m ago

Citroën Unveils New Electric DS, Recalls Iconic Original
Calcalist27m ago
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AI Skills Offer Personalized Assistance for Repetitive Tasks
Calcalist42m ago
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AI Reshapes Academia, Shifting Focus from Coding to Critical Thinking
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Culture

New Podcast Series Explores Israeli Society and Global Issues

Keren Neubach's new investigative podcast, "Ad HaKatz," has released four episodes covering topics from American culture wars and Avigdor Lieberman's political career to challenges within the Haredi community and underage marriage in Yavniel. The episodes feature historian Dr. Roni Regev, political commentator Yoav Krakovsky, Haredi society researcher Dr. Nuhumi Yaffe, and reporter Oren Aharoni. The series delves into contemporary Israeli society and global issues, with one episode specifically investigating the deflection of responsibility by local authorities regarding underage marriage.

Kan News29m ago

Yaron Ilan Hosts Special Shabbat Show with Top Mizrahi Artists
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Rabbi Meir Kahane: Jewish Unity Leads to Good's Victory
Arutz Sheva38m ago
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Shabbat Candle Lighting Times for Parshat Noah
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Israeli and Hebrew news, translated to clear English — today's top stories

Israeli Firms Accused of Using Ads to Distribute Spyware

Proofpoint to Acquire Israeli-Founded Varonis for $6.3 Billion

Knesset Speaker Ohana Condemns 'Abhorrent Lie' of Genocide Accusations at European Council

Israeli Lawmaker Sparks Outrage Comparing Yeshiva Students to Holocaust Victims

IDF Reveals Letter from Sinwar's Son Expressing Desire to Shoot Jews

Trump Expresses Distrust in Netanyahu, Discusses Iran Nuclear Program and Ukraine War

Israel, US Assess Iran Military Buildup Amid Internal Strife

Israeli Government to Cut 2.6 Billion Shekels From Ministries for Defense Funding

Flydubai Hijacking Attempt Exposes Israeli Aviation Security Flaws

Across the Israeli press

Germany Sentences Two Men for Iran-Directed Plot to Assassinate Jewish Leaders

Hezbollah Claims Explosives Shipment Seized in Lebanon Was Destined for Israel

Israelis Abroad Begin Voting in General Elections

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

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

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

Ongoing stories

Netanyahu Faces New Political Threat from Opposition Unity

Aviv Nesher's New Film 'Our Loves' Explores Human Spirit Post-October 7

Carrefour Likely to End Discount Basket Initiative Ahead of Elections

Israeli Stocks Brace for Opening Amid Geopolitical Tensions and Oil Surge

Politics

Israel Aims to Slash Master Plan Approval Time From 8 Years to 3

Knesset Hopeful Sparks Outrage With Holocaust Comparison

Pollster Claims Unique Method Will Reveal Election Surprise

Trump Declines to Commit to Aiding Netanyahu in Elections

Security

Trump Rules Out Nuclear Weapons, Ground Troops Against Iran

Bereaved Father Accuses Shin Bet Chief of Blame-Shifting and Distrusting Netanyahu

Two Yeshiva Students Arrested in Rishon LeZion Amid Haredi Draft Evasion Crackdown

Son of Malka Laifer Sued for Over $700,000 in Damages

Economy

Businessman Assaf Rappaport Buys McDonald's Israel Franchise for $1 Billion

Israel Allocates 25 Million Shekels to Advance Women in High-Tech

Brazilian Denim Giant Invests in Israeli Tech for Eco-Friendly Dyeing

Israel Mulls Cutting Tax Breaks for Plug-in Hybrid Cars

World

Wikipedia Bias Against Israel Persists, New ADL Study Finds

Israeli Academia Faces Challenges Amidst Global Rankings and Funding Shifts

Four Injured in Tel Aviv Apartment Building Fire

Holocaust Survivor and Paratroopers Architect Major General Haim Nadel Dies at 92

Tech

Israeli Cyber Firm Varonis Sold for $6.3 Billion to Perforce

Citroën Unveils New Electric DS, Recalls Iconic Original

AI Skills Offer Personalized Assistance for Repetitive Tasks

AI Reshapes Academia, Shifting Focus from Coding to Critical Thinking

Culture

New Podcast Series Explores Israeli Society and Global Issues

Yaron Ilan Hosts Special Shabbat Show with Top Mizrahi Artists

Rabbi Meir Kahane: Jewish Unity Leads to Good's Victory

Shabbat Candle Lighting Times for Parshat Noah