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The Desk20:00 bulletinHezbollah Receives $200 Million From Iran for Displaced Lebanese1:26
Hezbollah Receives Major Funding From Iran for War Displaced
Security · 23 outlets · 29m ago

Hezbollah Receives Major Funding From Iran for War Displaced

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Two Senior Israeli Transport Ministry Officials Under Investigation for Outside Employment

Two Senior Israeli Transport Ministry Officials Under Investigation for Outside Employment
21 sources · 1h ago

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Netanyahu's Likud Party Accuses Channel 12 of 'False Propaganda' on October 7

Netanyahu's Likud Party Accuses Channel 12 of 'False Propaganda' on October 7
9 sources · 15m ago

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Two Men Sentenced for Looting Nova Festival Site After Oct. 7 Attack

Two Men Sentenced for Looting Nova Festival Site After Oct. 7 Attack
27 sources · 1h ago2

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Netanyahu Bloc Leads in New Poll Ahead of 2026 Elections

Netanyahu Bloc Leads in New Poll Ahead of 2026 Elections
9 sources · 44m ago

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Saudi Arabia Investigates FlyDubai Incident, Israel Seeks Access

Saudi Arabia Investigates FlyDubai Incident, Israel Seeks Access
6 sources · 19m ago

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Arkia Cancels Flights from Dubai Amidst Investigation Fallout

Arkia Cancels Flights from Dubai Amidst Investigation Fallout
11 sources · 56m ago

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Netanyahu Warned of War Months Before Oct. 7 Attack, Report Claims

Netanyahu Warned of War Months Before Oct. 7 Attack, Report Claims
5 sources · 33m ago

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Two Youths Injured in Shooting Near Arad

Two Youths Injured in Shooting Near Arad
11 sources · 26m ago

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Security · 27 sources · 6h ago

Math Professor Accused of Plotting Mass Attack on Arabs

Politics · 9 sources · 2h ago

Ben-Gvir Snubbed From Right-Wing Convention With Netanyahu, Smotrich

Security · 22 sources · 3h ago

Israeli Mother and Daughter Detained in Namibia After Previous Disappearances

Security · 10 sources · 3h ago

World Leaders Mark Three Years Since October 7 Massacre

Security · 16 sources · 4h ago

Man Sentenced to Life for Murdering Woman Who Rejected His Advances

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Coalition Leaders Absent from October 7th Memorial Events

Coalition Leaders Absent from October 7th Memorial Events

On the third anniversary of the October 7th massacre, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and most of his cabinet ministers were absent from public memorial events held on the actual date, instead participating in separate observances. Opposition figures and some coalition members, like Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and MK Aryeh Deri, attended ceremonies. Netanyahu lit a candle at his office and issued statements, while Deri criticized calls for ultra-Orthodox conscription at a United Hatzalah event. The article questions the absence of key coalition leaders from the main October 7th commemorations.

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Police Deny Knowledge of Bedouin "Battalions" After Shin Bet Chief's Warning

Police Deny Knowledge of Bedouin "Battalions" After Shin Bet Chief's Warning

Shin Bet chief David Zini warned the cabinet about Bedouin organizations in southern Israel forming "battalions," but police deny awareness of such groups. Police stated they are investing significant efforts in the Bedouin sector, noting a 20% decrease in shooting incidents. Zini's warning came amid broader security concerns regarding Hamas and potential terrorism from Judea and Samaria.

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Israeli Investor Dov Frances Launches $1 Billion Deal on October 7th Anniversary

Israeli businessman Dov Frances announced a $1 billion funding round co-led by his firm, Group 11, on the third anniversary of the October 7th attacks. The timing was a deliberate tribute to the resilience of Israeli entrepreneurs, including founders who fought on that day. Group 11 has invested heavily in Israeli tech since the attacks, and Frances expressed pride in the nation's technological strength and determination.

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Lessons From October 7: Lies Prevail, While Memory Lingers

Lessons From October 7: Lies Prevail, While Memory Lingers

Israel is observing the third year of commemorations for the October 7 massacre, with grief and anger still potent. Final WhatsApp messages from victims and their families are being shared, highlighting the contrast between life before and after the event. The commemorations include ceremonies, documentaries, and social media eulogies.

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Wolt App Malfunction Resolved After Two Hours

Wolt App Malfunction Resolved After Two Hours

The Wolt food delivery app experienced a malfunction that stopped new orders from being received. The issue was resolved after approximately two hours. No cause for the disruption has been publicly stated by the company.

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Singer Kobi Peretz Refuses $100,000 Offer for October 7th Performance

Singer Kobi Peretz Refuses $100,000 Offer for October 7th Performance

Singer Kobi Peretz rejected a $100,000 offer to perform on the anniversary of the October 7th attacks. He and his wife stated the decision was based on principle and respect for the victims. Peretz's refusal contrasts with other singers' high fees and has drawn praise online.

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