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The Israeli government approved an additional NIS 1.03 billion for classified defense procurement, to be funded by cuts to the Arab society development plan between 2027 and 2029. Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich proposed the plan, which avoids broader ministry budget reductions. The funds are reportedly linked to a potential deal for Apache attack helicopters, with NIS 68 million already diverted this year from surplus funds.

Haaretz38m ago

Israel's Electoral System Explained: From Ballots to Coalition Governments
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Likud Legal Advisor Accuses Protest Groups of Election Disruption Plot
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Netanyahu Camp Pressures Small Parties to Withdraw from Election Race
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Security

New Aerial Threat Requires Multi-Layered Defense Beyond Border Fences

Israel faces a new aerial threat from drones capable of smuggling weapons and potentially transporting people, necessitating a defense strategy beyond physical border fences. The evolving technology allows for surveillance and attacks on military bases and critical infrastructure, requiring a multi-layered approach. This includes technological surveillance, combating criminal networks, and strengthening civilian presence in border areas. The analysis stresses the need for continuous, coordinated defense systems to counter this evolving threat.

Maariv28m ago

Yemen's Houthis Building Iranian Missile With Chinese Parts, WSJ Reports
The Jerusalem Post29m ago
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Yemen's Houthis Aim to Produce Advanced Ballistic Missiles With Chinese Parts
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US and Israel Agree on Joint Action Against Iran
Kipa22m ago
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Economy

Turkey's Trade Ban With Israel Impacts Auto Market, Denies Israelis New Models

Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan's May 2024 trade embargo has halted direct car imports to Israel, impacting consumers' access to new models like the Hyundai Bayon and Ioniq 3. Major automakers are not challenging the embargo due to Turkey's larger market and significant investments there. Instead, vehicles are rerouted to other markets, and Israeli importers face higher costs through third-party channels, leading to increased prices for Israeli buyers.

Walla1h ago

Israel's Electricity Demand to Double by 2040, Posing Major Challenge
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Israeli Tech College SVCollege Shuts Down, Leaving Students Out Thousands of Shekels
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Israeli Tech Sector Faces Contradictory Trends Amid Global AI Shift
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World

Israel and Albania Sign Tourism and Aviation Deal Amid Surge in Israeli Visitors

Israel and Albania have signed a new agreement to expand tourism and civil aviation cooperation, following a more than fourteenfold increase in Israeli tourists to Albania over the last three years. The deal, signed by Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar and Albanian Minister of Infrastructure and Energy Enea Karakaçi on October 12, 2026, aims to increase regular flights to meet growing demand. An additional trade and economic partnership agreement was also signed, fostering business opportunities between the two nations.

7 newsrooms13h ago

From Charity to Kibbutzim: How Jews Settled the Land of Israel
NEWSru Israel2h ago
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Tel Aviv Building Under Renovation Collapses; No Injuries Reported
Magen David Adom10m ago
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Vatican Confirms Pope Leo XIV Diagnosed With Lung Cancer
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Tech

CrowdStrike Deal Values Israeli Firm XM Cyber's Tech at $600 Million

Cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike has revealed the full $600 million value of its acquisition of Israeli company XM Cyber's technology, primarily paid in stock. The deal, initially announced in July with only $145 million in cash, has seen its stock component surge due to CrowdStrike's rising share price. XM Cyber, founded by former Mossad chief Tamir Pardo and others, was previously sold to Germany's Schwarz Group for $700 million in 2021. CrowdStrike is acquiring XM Cyber's code and patents, not its revenue or clients.

7 newsrooms11h ago

Apple Unveils New Apple TV 4K and HomePod Mini 2
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Apple Launches First Foldable iPhone, 'iPhone Duo,' in Israel
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Technion Launches 10-Day AI Initiative for Students and Staff
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Culture

Comedian Tal Friedman Mourns Death of Mother at 91

Comedian and actor Tal Friedman announced on Wednesday the death of his mother, Michal Regeen Friedman, at age 91. He shared a personal message on social media mourning her loss. His mother was a film researcher and professor emerita at Tel Aviv University, and a founder of its film department. She had been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease.

2 newsrooms15m ago

Yael Bar Zohar Confronts Husband Guy Zuaretz Over AI Chat Relationship
Israel Hayom21m ago
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Red Dominates Fashion as Bold Trend for Fall/Winter
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Eretz Nehederet Premiere Dominates Israeli TV Ratings
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Israeli and Hebrew news, translated to clear English — today's top stories

Netanyahu Confirms Egyptian Intelligence Chief's Pre-Oct 7 Visit to Israel, Denies Meeting

Israel Rushes $250 Million Defense Purchase Ahead of Elections

Netanyahu Confirms Egyptian Spy Chief Visited Israel Before Oct. 7 Attack

Israeli Health Funds Face Billions in Deficit Without Government Aid

Yemen's Houthis Developing Advanced Ballistic Missiles With Chinese Components, Report Says

Netanyahu Warns of Palestinian Security Forces Turning Weapons on Israelis

IDF Finds Hezbollah Bomb and Hideout in Southern Lebanon

Likud Legal Advisor Alleges Election Day Disruption Plot by 'Brothers in Arms'

Netanyahu Considers Declaring Final Term to Sway Voters

Across the Israeli press

Maccabi Tel Aviv Learns Painful Lesson in Close EuroLeague Loss

Education Ministry Investigates Deviation from Approved Route After Fatal Unexploded Ordnance Incident

Netanyahu Aide Asked ChatGPT How to Improve Qatar's Image During War

Sea of Galilee Hits 100-Year Low Amid Severe Drought

Israeli Teen Killed, Dozens Injured in Unexploded Ordnance Blast During School Trip

How the headlines differ

Schools Reopen in Kiryat Ata After Unusual Pollution Incident

Education Ministry Investigates Deviation from Approved Route After Fatal Unexploded Ordnance Incident

Developing

Disco Legend Gloria Gaynor to Return to Israel for One-Night Concert

Dozens of Toddlers Develop Allergy-Like Symptoms After Eating Tuna

Argentina Seeks International Court Order Against UK Falklands Drilling

Idan Amedi Invests NIS 20 Million in New Jerusalem-Themed Coffee Brand

Ongoing stories

Prominent Rebbes Visit Israeli Cities, Participate in Religious Events

IDF and Shin Bet Eliminate Hamas Sniper Cell Leader in Khan Younis

Carrefour Likely to End Discount Basket Initiative Ahead of Elections

Israeli Real Estate Developers See Sales Jump, But Recovery Remains Uneven

Politics

Israel Approves NIS 1 Billion for Defense, Cuts Arab Society Funding

Israel's Electoral System Explained: From Ballots to Coalition Governments

Likud Legal Advisor Accuses Protest Groups of Election Disruption Plot

Netanyahu Camp Pressures Small Parties to Withdraw from Election Race

Security

New Aerial Threat Requires Multi-Layered Defense Beyond Border Fences

Yemen's Houthis Building Iranian Missile With Chinese Parts, WSJ Reports

Yemen's Houthis Aim to Produce Advanced Ballistic Missiles With Chinese Parts

US and Israel Agree on Joint Action Against Iran

Economy

Turkey's Trade Ban With Israel Impacts Auto Market, Denies Israelis New Models

Israel's Electricity Demand to Double by 2040, Posing Major Challenge

Israeli Tech College SVCollege Shuts Down, Leaving Students Out Thousands of Shekels

Israeli Tech Sector Faces Contradictory Trends Amid Global AI Shift

World

Israel and Albania Sign Tourism and Aviation Deal Amid Surge in Israeli Visitors

From Charity to Kibbutzim: How Jews Settled the Land of Israel

Tel Aviv Building Under Renovation Collapses; No Injuries Reported

Vatican Confirms Pope Leo XIV Diagnosed With Lung Cancer

Tech

CrowdStrike Deal Values Israeli Firm XM Cyber's Tech at $600 Million

Apple Unveils New Apple TV 4K and HomePod Mini 2

Apple Launches First Foldable iPhone, 'iPhone Duo,' in Israel

Technion Launches 10-Day AI Initiative for Students and Staff

Culture

Comedian Tal Friedman Mourns Death of Mother at 91

Yael Bar Zohar Confronts Husband Guy Zuaretz Over AI Chat Relationship

Red Dominates Fashion as Bold Trend for Fall/Winter

Eretz Nehederet Premiere Dominates Israeli TV Ratings