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The Desk23:00 bulletinSon of Hamas Leader Yahya Sinwar Expressed Desire to Kill Jews in Childhood Letter1:25
Proofpoint to Acquire Israeli-Founded Varonis for $6.3 Billion
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Proofpoint to Acquire Israeli-Founded Varonis for $6.3 Billion

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Israeli Firms Accused of Using Ads to Distribute Spyware

Israeli Firms Accused of Using Ads to Distribute Spyware
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Knesset Speaker Ohana Condemns 'Abhorrent Lie' of Genocide Accusations at European Council

Knesset Speaker Ohana Condemns 'Abhorrent Lie' of Genocide Accusations at European Council
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IDF Reveals Letter from Sinwar's Son Expressing Desire to Shoot Jews

IDF Reveals Letter from Sinwar's Son Expressing Desire to Shoot Jews
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Israeli Lawmaker Sparks Outrage Comparing Yeshiva Students to Holocaust Victims

Israeli Lawmaker Sparks Outrage Comparing Yeshiva Students to Holocaust Victims
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Trump Claims He Was Asked to Interfere in Elections, Expresses Distrust in Netanyahu

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

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Israel, US Assess Iran Military Buildup Amid Internal Strife

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

Israeli Government to Cut 2.6 Billion Shekels From Ministries for Defense Funding
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Germany Sentences Two Men for Iran-Directed Plot to Assassinate Jewish Leaders

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Knesset Hopeful Sparks Outrage With Holocaust Comparison

Designated Knesset Member Eliyahu Stark of United Torah Judaism has sparked political controversy by comparing the situation of Haredi Jews regarding military conscription to the Holocaust. His remarks drew sharp criticism from politicians like Avigdor Lieberman and the "Am Israel" Party, who called for condemnation. Stark, who is close to the Prime Minister's office, made the comparison during a discussion about the yeshiva student draft crisis. The "Am Israel" Party also renewed its opposition to Yitzhak Goldknopf potentially joining the coalition.

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Flydubai Hijacking Attempt Exposes Israeli Aviation Security Flaws

Flydubai Hijacking Attempt Exposes Israeli Aviation Security Flaws

An attempted hijacking of a Flydubai flight to Tel Aviv has exposed significant gaps in Israeli aviation security, prompting calls for enhanced screening and technological safeguards. A co-pilot allegedly attacked the captain with an axe, intending to crash the plane into Ben-Gurion Airport, but was subdued. Experts are concerned about "insider threats" and the vetting of airline employees, especially after it was revealed the suspect was allowed on the flight despite his nationality. Flydubai has suspended its Tel Aviv flights pending a security review.

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Wiz Founder Assaf Rappaport Set to Acquire McDonald's Israel Franchise

Wiz Founder Assaf Rappaport Set to Acquire McDonald's Israel Franchise

Businessman Assaf Rappaport and his Wiz co-founders are nearing a deal to acquire the franchise for McDonald's Israel, managing around 230 branches with 1.8 billion shekels in annual revenue. This follows McDonald's global repurchase of the Israeli operations in April 2024 amid boycotts. Rappaport's group, despite no prior food industry experience, emerged as the sole candidate after competing with other major Israeli business entities. The move signifies a major expansion for the founders beyond their tech ventures.

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Wikipedia Bias Against Israel Persists, New ADL Study Finds

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.

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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.

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Avi Nesher's New Film Explores October 7th Trauma Through Intertwined Love Stories

Avi Nesher's New Film Explores October 7th Trauma Through Intertwined Love Stories

Director Avi Nesher's new film, "Our Loves," explores the trauma of the October 7th massacre through multiple intertwined love stories. Based on real events, the movie focuses on characters' struggles for survival and connection amidst the chaos. It avoids overt heroism, emphasizing the instinct to survive and find solace in togetherness. The film offers a cinematic interpretation of the event, moving beyond raw footage to create a narrative with national significance.

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