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Politics · 15 outlets · 9m ago

Israeli Election Results Narrow Political Divide, Coalition Talks Loom

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Across the Israeli press

how each group of the press covered the same events

Security · 7 sources · 2h ago

Health Ministry Shuts Food Factory, Warns Public Against Products

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Security · 16 sources · 4h ago

Large Fire Erupts in Ben Shemen Forest, Hundreds Evacuated

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Politics · 7 sources · 4h ago

Israeli Election Fallout: Scenarios for Government Formation

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Security · 30 sources · 9h ago

Knife Attack Near Israeli Embassy in Serbia; Attacker Killed

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Security · 13 sources · 8h ago

US Briefs Gulf Allies on Potential Intense, Short Conflict With Iran

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Knife Attack Near Israeli Embassy in Serbia; Attacker Killed

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Election Polls Show No Clear Majority for Any Bloc

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Developing

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Politics · 3 sources · 30m ago

President Herzog Expected to Task Eisenkot First With Government Formation

+2 newsrooms in 90 min

Economy · 8 sources · 29m ago

Yanki Quint Appointed Chairman of NewMed Energy

+1 newsroom in 90 min

Ongoing stories

events that did not end yesterday

Day 6 · 34 updates

Likud Prepares for Claims of Arab Voter Fraud Before Election

Israeli Police Find No Evidence for Likud's Election Theft Claims

13 minutes ago

Day 27 · 26 updates

Eisenkot Vows to Oust Netanyahu Even Without Majority

Election Night Disappointment for Eisenkot's Party Amid Government Formation Hopes

15 minutes ago

Day 58 · 4 updates

Man Critically Injured After Being Hit by Car in Kiryat Bialik

Five Injured in Road Accident Near Ashkelon

15 minutes ago

Politics

Arab Representation in Knesset Sees Electoral Gains Amid Political Uncertainty

Arab citizens in Israel turned out at an exceptionally high rate of 80% in the 26th Knesset elections, signaling anger at Benjamin Netanyahu's government. Despite Arab parties winning 19 seats, their influence on government formation is limited by Israeli parties' reluctance to rely on their support. Experts suggest this could lead to new elections or a fragile unity government, while emphasizing the need for Arab parties to strengthen their political work outside the Knesset.

5 newsrooms1h ago

Opposition Bloc Seeks to Oust Knesset Speaker Before Government Formation
6 newsrooms2h ago
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Israeli Parties Face Difficult Choices After Unclear Election Results
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Netanyahu Consults Right-Wing Leaders, Plans Talks with Ultra-Orthodox Parties
Behadrei Haredim25m ago
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Security

Construction Worker Dies in Crane Collapse at Ramat Gan Construction Site

A construction worker died Wednesday in Ramat Gan when a crane collapsed at a building site. The Turkish-made crane model was known for defects and had previously been banned from use. The ban was lifted in March 2025 due to industry pressure, despite the Ministry of Labor's awareness of the risks. The current Minister of Labor, Yariv Levin, also holds the Justice portfolio.

5 newsrooms2h ago

Hezbollah Won't Disarm While Occupation Continues, Says Leader
Kikar HaShabbat40m ago
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NYPD Scraps Direct Purchase of Israeli Surveillance Tech Amid Political Firestorm
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US Urges Israeli Political Stability Amid Iran Tensions
Al-Shams55m ago
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Economy

Israel Faces Significant Fuel Price Hike in November

Gasoline prices in Israel are expected to rise significantly in early November as a temporary tax reduction expires. The price per liter could reach up to 8.90 shekels without government intervention. Minister of Finance Bezalel Smotrich is considering extending the tax relief, but options range from full extension, which is costly, to a partial reduction. A final decision is pending analysis of market conditions and budget constraints.

3 newsrooms29m ago

Tel Aviv Stocks Fall, Shekel Weakens as Election Results Create Uncertainty
2 newsrooms55m ago
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Israeli Markets Plunge as Election Results Shift
Arab482h ago
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Israeli Stock Market Plunges Amid Election Uncertainty, Shekel Weakens
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World

Arab Media Closely Followed Israeli Elections, High Arab Voter Turnout Noted

Arab media outlets, including Al Araby, provided extensive coverage of Israel's elections, with a special focus on the high voter turnout among Arab citizens. Towns like Nazareth saw over 70 percent turnout, a notable increase. The attention from Arab media was exceptional, with some channels broadcasting for over six hours.

Haaretz English33m ago

Israeli TV Anchor Calls for Media Soul-Searching After Election Results
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Bill Maher Slams Celebrities Accusing Israel of Genocide
04041h ago
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Israelis No Longer Passive Victims, Unlike Old Jewish Stereotypes
Jüdische Allgemeine2h ago
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Tech

Intel Acquires Quantum Computing Firm Classiq for $2.3 Billion

Intel has acquired quantum computing startup Classiq for $2.3 billion, recognizing the company as a leader in the emerging field. Classiq, founded by two Israeli friends from the IDF's Talpiot unit, developed an operating system for quantum computers. The acquisition positions Classiq to lead Intel's quantum computing efforts, reporting to CTO Pushkar Ranade.

2 newsrooms5h ago

Israeli Cybersecurity Dominates Global Rankings, Driven by AI Threats
2 newsrooms2h ago
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National B-HUB Center Launched in Be'er Sheva for Defense Tech Innovation
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Israeli AI Entrepreneurs Debate Startup Strategies Amid Global Competition
Calcalist3h ago
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Culture

Anchor Lucy Aharish in Tears After Heated Exchange on Channel 13

Anchor Lucy Aharish broke down in tears on Channel 13 after a heated argument with commentator Eyal Berkovich during an election broadcast. Berkovich's comment about "90 Zionist mandates" led Aharish to accuse him of racism. The channel's owner intervened, embracing Aharish and demanding an apology from Berkovich. The broadcast was paused following the emotional exchange.

7 newsrooms1h ago

Western Double Standard Exposed as Survivor's Testimony is Dismissed
Mida1h ago
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Tel Aviv's Atarim Square to Be Demolished for Towers
TheMarker1h ago
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Channel 14 Host Yaara Zerad Departs Daily Show Amid Personal Reasons
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Today

Israeli Election Results Narrow Political Divide, Coalition Talks Loom

Election Officials Detail Plan for Counting Crucial 'Double Envelope' Ballots

Herzog Urges Parties to Avoid New Elections Amid Coalition Stalemate

Arab Parties Secure 19 Seats in Israeli Election Results

Israeli Businessman Found Dead in Ethiopian Restaurant; Poisoning Suspected

IDF Launches Military Operation to Recover Lost Equipment

East Jerusalem Palestinians Vote in Record Numbers, Breaking Boycott

Hostage Survivor Pleads With Eisenkot: Don't Betray Us With Arab Parties

Trump May Push for Netanyahu Government; Eisenkot Could Get First Mandate

Across the Israeli press

Health Ministry Shuts Food Factory, Warns Public Against Products

Large Fire Erupts in Ben Shemen Forest, Hundreds Evacuated

Israeli Election Fallout: Scenarios for Government Formation

Knife Attack Near Israeli Embassy in Serbia; Attacker Killed

US Briefs Gulf Allies on Potential Intense, Short Conflict With Iran

How the headlines differ

Knife Attack Near Israeli Embassy in Serbia; Attacker Killed

Election Polls Show No Clear Majority for Any Bloc

Developing

President Herzog Expected to Task Eisenkot First With Government Formation

Yanki Quint Appointed Chairman of NewMed Energy

Ongoing stories

Likud Prepares for Claims of Arab Voter Fraud Before Election

Eisenkot Vows to Oust Netanyahu Even Without Majority

Man Critically Injured After Being Hit by Car in Kiryat Bialik

Politics

Arab Representation in Knesset Sees Electoral Gains Amid Political Uncertainty

Opposition Bloc Seeks to Oust Knesset Speaker Before Government Formation

Israeli Parties Face Difficult Choices After Unclear Election Results

Netanyahu Consults Right-Wing Leaders, Plans Talks with Ultra-Orthodox Parties

Security

Construction Worker Dies in Crane Collapse at Ramat Gan Construction Site

Hezbollah Won't Disarm While Occupation Continues, Says Leader

NYPD Scraps Direct Purchase of Israeli Surveillance Tech Amid Political Firestorm

US Urges Israeli Political Stability Amid Iran Tensions

Economy

Israel Faces Significant Fuel Price Hike in November

Tel Aviv Stocks Fall, Shekel Weakens as Election Results Create Uncertainty

Israeli Markets Plunge as Election Results Shift

Israeli Stock Market Plunges Amid Election Uncertainty, Shekel Weakens

World

Arab Media Closely Followed Israeli Elections, High Arab Voter Turnout Noted

Israeli TV Anchor Calls for Media Soul-Searching After Election Results

Bill Maher Slams Celebrities Accusing Israel of Genocide

Israelis No Longer Passive Victims, Unlike Old Jewish Stereotypes

Tech

Intel Acquires Quantum Computing Firm Classiq for $2.3 Billion

Israeli Cybersecurity Dominates Global Rankings, Driven by AI Threats

National B-HUB Center Launched in Be'er Sheva for Defense Tech Innovation

Israeli AI Entrepreneurs Debate Startup Strategies Amid Global Competition

Culture

Anchor Lucy Aharish in Tears After Heated Exchange on Channel 13

Western Double Standard Exposed as Survivor's Testimony is Dismissed

Tel Aviv's Atarim Square to Be Demolished for Towers

Channel 14 Host Yaara Zerad Departs Daily Show Amid Personal Reasons