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The Desk21:00 bulletinItaly Investigates Israeli Officials Over Gaza Flotilla Activist Abuse Claims1:30
Washington Post Editor-in-Chief Responds to Netanyahu Over Journalist Attack
Security · 18 outlets · 22m ago

Washington Post Editor-in-Chief Responds to Netanyahu Over Journalist Attack

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Italy Investigates Israeli Defense Minister Over Gaza Flotilla Incidents

Italy Investigates Israeli Defense Minister Over Gaza Flotilla Incidents
14 sources · 31m ago

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Jewish Extremists Attack European Diplomats in West Bank; Belgium Seeks EU Sanctions

Jewish Extremists Attack European Diplomats in West Bank; Belgium Seeks EU Sanctions
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EU Sanctions Feared as Jewish Attack on Diplomats Sparks International Outcry

EU Sanctions Feared as Jewish Attack on Diplomats Sparks International Outcry
5 sources · 20m ago2

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Italy Expands Gaza Flotilla Raid Probe to Top Israeli Officials

Italy Expands Gaza Flotilla Raid Probe to Top Israeli Officials
6 sources · 41m ago

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Hamas Confirms Senior Official Ali Al-Amoudi Wounded in Israeli Strike

Hamas Confirms Senior Official Ali Al-Amoudi Wounded in Israeli Strike
6 sources · 42m ago

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Israel Condemns Violence Against Diplomats in West Bank

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Israeli Settlers Attack Foreign Journalists During Olive Harvest, Photographer Robbed

Israeli Settlers Attack Foreign Journalists During Olive Harvest, Photographer Robbed
4 sources · 20m ago3

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Trump Says Israel Aids Saudis Against Houthis, Hints at Normalization

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Across the Israeli press

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Sports · 4 sources · 41m ago

Hapoel Tel Aviv Stuns Panathinaikos in Athens, Eyes EuroLeague Final Four

Sports · 4 sources · 38m ago

Hapoel HaEmek Parts Ways With Coach Sharon Avrahami After One Game

Security · 9 sources · 8h ago

Israeli Rabbi Issues Ruling Permitting Settlers to Take Palestinian Olives

Politics · 7 sources · 7h ago

China Demands Israel Open Gaza Access, Halt West Bank Settlements

Politics · 7 sources · 9h ago

Hundreds Establish New Settlement Facing Gaza

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Lieberman Seeks New Elections, Vows to Bar Indicted PMs

Yisrael Beytenu chairman Avigdor Lieberman is considering new elections and vowed to pass legislation barring indicted politicians from serving as prime minister, targeting Benjamin Netanyahu. Lieberman rejected a minority government proposal from Gadi Eisenkot and suggested Likud could join a coalition without Netanyahu. He accused Eisenkot of undermining opposition unity and seeking to form a government with Netanyahu and ultra-Orthodox parties. Lieberman's party plans to recommend him for prime minister.

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Trump Says Israel Aids Saudi Arabia Against Houthis, Normalization Talks Revived

Trump Says Israel Aids Saudi Arabia Against Houthis, Normalization Talks Revived

U.S. President Donald Trump stated that Israel is providing active assistance to Saudi Arabia in its conflict with Yemen's Houthi rebels and that normalization talks are back on the table. However, sources suggest Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman distrusts Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and Riyadh insists on progress toward a Palestinian state for normalization. The ongoing conflict has escalated, with Houthi attacks on Saudi infrastructure, including an airport bombing that killed 12, severely impacting the Saudi economy and threatening its flagship "Vision 2030" project. The U.S. has raised its travel advisory for Saudi Arabia due to the security situation.

Kikar HaShabbat

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Top 10 Neighborhoods Where Real Estate Prices Are Plummeting

Real estate prices are significantly declining in 10 Israeli neighborhoods, with the largest discounts seen in Ashkelon, Tirat Carmel, and Tel Aviv's Old North. Data from Madlan indicates a strong buyer's market in 2024, with average discounts doubling since 2022. Only 8.4% of deals are closing at the original asking price, forcing sellers to offer substantial concessions.

Ice

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Israel and World Events Marred by Fatal Accidents, Violence, and International Tensions

Israel experienced a difficult Shabbat with two fatal road accidents, injuries from shootings, and continued security operations. Internationally, tensions rose in the Middle East with attacks on ships and escalating conflict in Yemen, while protests erupted in France and a school shooting occurred in Oregon. The IDF reported interceptor launches in Lebanon and continued operations in Gaza. The weekend also saw developments in the Ukraine war and a proposal from Iran regarding the Strait of Hormuz.

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Autonomous Cars Advance with AI, Face Safety and Regulatory Hurdles

Chinese and Western companies are advancing autonomous driving technology, integrating AI assistants and enabling vehicles to make more decisions. Despite progress, current systems remain at Level 2++, with human drivers responsible. Challenges include handling extreme weather and edge cases, determining liability in accidents, and cybersecurity threats. Regulatory frameworks are developing globally, with some countries like the UK assigning liability to manufacturers, while others, like the US, are restricting Chinese-linked autonomous technology due to security concerns. Israel is also preparing regulations for advanced autonomous systems, expected by mid-2027, while its military has expressed data security concerns regarding Chinese vehicles.

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Aharon Barak's Grandson Weds, Uniting Israel's Elite

Tzvi Landis married Amit in a weekend wedding that united Israel's legal, media, and business elites. The groom's grandfather is former Supreme Court President Aharon Barak, and his father is media executive Ram Landis. The groom's mother, Esther Barak Landis, is a tech entrepreneur. The event brought together prominent figures from various sectors of Israeli society.

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