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The Desk10:00 bulletinIsraeli Forces Arrest Islamic Jihad Operative in Bethlehem1:50
Report: Israel Planned Iran Attack This Month, Trump Blocked It
Security · 16 outlets · 50m ago

Report: Israel Planned Iran Attack This Month, Trump Blocked It

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Malaysia Bans Israeli-Developed Waze App for Civil Servants

Malaysia Bans Israeli-Developed Waze App for Civil Servants
8 sources · 13m ago

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Arkia Halts Ticket Sales to Morocco Amid Security Concerns

Arkia Halts Ticket Sales to Morocco Amid Security Concerns
13 sources · 35m ago

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US Mediates Israeli-Lebanese Military Talks in Florida Amid Security Disputes

US Mediates Israeli-Lebanese Military Talks in Florida Amid Security Disputes
7 sources · 24m ago

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Israeli Police Bust Teen Gang for TikTok Fire Extinguisher Pranks

Israeli Police Bust Teen Gang for TikTok Fire Extinguisher Pranks
9 sources · 49m ago

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Trump Reportedly Thwarted Israeli Strike on Iran

Trump Reportedly Thwarted Israeli Strike on Iran
3 sources · 12m ago

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IDF Bribery Scandal: Economic Offenses Estimated at $55 Million

IDF Bribery Scandal: Economic Offenses Estimated at $55 Million
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Libyan Parliament Backs Turkey Maritime Deal, Raising Israeli Energy Project Concerns

Libyan Parliament Backs Turkey Maritime Deal, Raising Israeli Energy Project Concerns
3 sources · 13m ago

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Netanyahu Planned Iran Attack, Trump Blocked It Before Midterms

2 sources · 12m ago

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General · 10 sources · 32m ago

Israel Shifts to Standard Time This Weekend

Security · 8 sources · 1h ago

First Haredi Officers Graduate Hasmonean Brigade's Officer Course

Weather · 13 sources · 21m ago

Magnitude 3.4 Earthquake Felt in Israel's Arava Region

Security · 8 sources · 2h ago

Chabad Students Agree to IDF Enlistment After Airport Arrests

Security · 9 sources · 2h ago

Israeli Special Forces Arrest Islamic Jihad Operative Posing as Taxi Driver in Bethlehem

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Man Sentenced to Life Imprisonment for Arson Murder in Mayser
Security · 3 sources · 1h ago

Man Sentenced to Life Imprisonment for Arson Murder in Mayser

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Israel Faces Soaring Bread Prices as Wheat Suppliers Dwindle
Economy · 3 sources · 23m ago

Israel Faces Soaring Bread Prices as Wheat Suppliers Dwindle

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Election Day Rules Clarified for Israeli Workers and Employers
Politics · 3 sources · 1h ago

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Party Leader Winter Links Draft Law to Coalition Demands, Criticizes Netanyahu and Smotrich

Party Leader Winter Links Draft Law to Coalition Demands, Criticizes Netanyahu and Smotrich

Ofer Winter, chairman of the Am Israel party, stated he will only join a broad right-wing government that passes his party's "Servicemembers Law." This follows efforts by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich to persuade Winter to drop out of the race, including meeting with his mentor, Rabbi Eli Sadan. Winter accused them of working with Haredi representatives and criticized the Haredi stance on the draft law, linking it to his coalition demands. Smotrich urged Winter to reconsider his independent run, warning it could harm the right-wing bloc.

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IDF Kills Hamas Operative Who Planned Deadly Tank Attack

The IDF and Shin Bet eliminated Hamas operative Musa Abd Muhammad Hamuda in an airstrike near Gaza City for his role in planning a deadly attack on September 8, 2025. The attack killed four Israeli tank crew members and was carried out by the 215th Fire Brigade. Hamuda was also involved in ongoing terrorist activities and rebuilding Hamas's capabilities. The strike was intended to neutralize an immediate threat, and forces will continue operations in the area.

Behadrei Haredim

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Economy

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Major Real Estate Deal Near Tel Aviv Sees 80 Apartments Sold for 198 Million Shekels

Major Real Estate Deal Near Tel Aviv Sees 80 Apartments Sold for 198 Million Shekels

Azorim Living has purchased 80 apartments in Azor for NIS 198 million, a deal significantly below their appraised value of NIS 231 million. The seller, Zvi Tzarfati and Sons, expects a pre-tax profit of NIS 47.2 million from the sale. Sixty apartments are already leased, providing an estimated annual income of NIS 7.1 million. This acquisition brings Azorim Living's total purchases this year to 247 apartments for NIS 613 million.

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Gaza War's Deep Impact on Global Consciousness Highlighted

The Gaza war has significantly altered global perceptions and discourse, impacting international politics, culture, and public opinion, according to Professor Emeritus Yoram Peri. Peri observed widespread discussion of the conflict in London bookstores and political debates, citing examples like a UK by-election and protests across Europe. He argues this "scar" on the world's psyche will reshape international relations, including those with the US, and that Israel cannot return to its pre-war state.

Zman Yisrael

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Tech

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Google's New AI Feature for Cars Raises Privacy and Language Concerns

Google has introduced its "Personal Intelligence" AI feature for Android Auto and Google-built-in car systems globally. The feature allows drivers to use voice commands to access personal data from Google apps for navigation and information, but requires explicit user opt-in. A major drawback for Israeli users is the system's difficulty understanding Hebrew, alongside general privacy concerns regarding data access.

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Culture

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Jerusalem Inaugurates New Special Education Facility for 'P'tchiya' Network

Jerusalem Inaugurates New Special Education Facility for 'P'tchiya' Network

Jerusalem inaugurated a new facility for the "P'tchiya" network's special education Talmud Torah "P'tchiya Olami." The opening ceremony was attended by religious leaders, city officials, and the network's founders and staff. The new building aims to provide an optimal learning environment, featuring a dedicated synagogue to help students integrate into community life. Dignitaries affixed mezuzahs to the new structure.

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