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The Desk21:00 bulletinItaly Investigates Israeli Officials Over Gaza Flotilla Activist Abuse Claims1:30
Norwegian Teen Jailed 20 Years in UK for Iran-Linked Murder Plot
Security · 3 outlets · 2h ago

Norwegian Teen Jailed 20 Years in UK for Iran-Linked Murder Plot

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Washington Post Photographer Attacked During Olive Harvest in West Bank

Washington Post Photographer Attacked During Olive Harvest in West Bank
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Hadassah Hospital Opens First Overseas Medical Center in Cyprus

Hadassah Hospital Opens First Overseas Medical Center in Cyprus
11 sources · 10h ago

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Politics

Israel's Conditions Slow Lebanon's Recovery, Aiding Hezbollah

Israel's Conditions Slow Lebanon's Recovery, Aiding Hezbollah
2h ago

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Italy Investigates Israeli Officials Over Gaza Flotilla Activist Abuse Claims

Italy Investigates Israeli Officials Over Gaza Flotilla Activist Abuse Claims
13 sources · 9h ago

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Israeli Rabbi Issues Controversial Fatwa Sanctioning Seizure of Palestinian Olives

Israeli Rabbi Issues Controversial Fatwa Sanctioning Seizure of Palestinian Olives
8 sources · 8h ago

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Israeli Researcher Jailed in Russia, Family and Officials Lack Information

Israeli Researcher Jailed in Russia, Family and Officials Lack Information
1 sources · 5h ago

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Proofpoint Acquires Israeli Cybersecurity Firm Varonis for $6.3 Billion

Proofpoint Acquires Israeli Cybersecurity Firm Varonis for $6.3 Billion
19 sources · 16h ago

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Israel Extends Home Front Special Status Amid Iran Threat

Israel Extends Home Front Special Status Amid Iran Threat
12 sources · 11h ago

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Politics · 32 sources · 1d ago

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

Security · 29 sources · 1d ago

Two Workers Dead After Intel Plant Explosion in Kiryat Gat

Security · 13 sources · 1d ago

Netanyahu Reveals Direct Call to Syrian Leader After Damascus Strike

Politics · 21 sources · 1d ago

Israelis Abroad Begin Voting in General Elections

Security · 8 sources · 1d ago

Hezbollah Claims Explosives Shipment, US Urges Lebanon to Hold Perpetrators Accountable

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IDF Dismantles Terrorist Monuments in West Bank Operations
Day 11 · 8 updates

Israeli Forces Demolish Martyrs' Memorials in Nablus, Impose Curfew

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Motorcyclist Dies in Self-Inflicted Accident in Herzliya
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Motorcyclist Dies After Crash on Highway 1 Near Jerusalem

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Ex-Shin Bet Chief Warns Netanyahu May Escalate Tensions for Election Gain
Day 4 · 9 updates

Ex-Shin Bet Chief Questions Netanyahu's Knowledge, Warns on Iran Attack

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Trump: Israel Aided Anti-Houthi War, Abraham Accords with Saudi Arabia Back on Table

Trump: Israel Aided Anti-Houthi War, Abraham Accords with Saudi Arabia Back on Table

Former U.S. President Donald Trump announced that Israel helped in the war against the Houthis and that normalization talks with Saudi Arabia are ongoing. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is reportedly seeking Saudi permission for Israeli intervention in Yemen, aiming for future normalization. However, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman opposes Israeli involvement due to public opinion concerns, blocking any military intervention.

Haaretz3

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Israel Boosts Security Ahead of Elections Amid Iranian Threats

Israel Boosts Security Ahead of Elections Amid Iranian Threats

Israel is enhancing security measures to prevent terrorist attacks and foreign interference during the election period. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with security chiefs on Thursday night to discuss Iranian threats and potential disruptions. Security officials are working to thwart all anticipated threats, including direct attacks or proxy actions. The U.S. has increased its military presence in the region amid heightened regional tensions.

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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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World

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Middle East Faces Pivotal Stage Amidst Intertwined Conflicts and Shifting Alliances

Middle East Faces Pivotal Stage Amidst Intertwined Conflicts and Shifting Alliances

The Middle East is at a pivotal stage with interconnected conflicts spanning Israel, Gaza, Lebanon, Syria, Yemen, and Iran, raising questions about regional stability. While military power can create temporary situations, lasting peace requires political settlements addressing core issues like Palestinian rights and regional security. Escalating tensions in Yemen and the Red Sea, along with US-Iran dynamics, highlight the need for diplomatic solutions and mutual concessions to avoid further conflict and ensure collective security.

Alarab

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Tech

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Apple's Foldable iPhone Duo Sells Out Pre-Orders Through January

Apple's Foldable iPhone Duo Sells Out Pre-Orders Through January

Apple's foldable iPhone Duo pre-orders have sold out, with some deliveries delayed until the end of January due to high demand. The company is continuing to accept orders online as it ramps up production. Prices for the device start at $1,999 and go up to over $3,000, with Israeli pricing ranging from 8,199 to 12,199 shekels.

NEWSru Israel

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Culture

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Israeli Family's Sukkot Vacation in Florida Intertwines Joy and War's Shadow

Israeli Family's Sukkot Vacation in Florida Intertwines Joy and War's Shadow

An Israeli family celebrated Sukkot at Disney World in Florida, finding joy and community in a resort that accommodates religious Jewish observances. While enjoying the vacation, the family's experience was underscored by a poignant conversation between author Barbara Sofer and her granddaughter Eliana, who reflected on the profound impact of wartime life in Israel. The holiday concluded with fireworks, offering a moment of shared joy and a focus on beauty for the children.

The Jerusalem Post

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