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The Desk23:00 bulletinEx-Israeli Soccer Star Arrested for Alleged Threats Against Sister1:59
US Defense Secretary Confirms Secret Visit to Israel, Meeting with Netanyahu
Security · 25 outlets · 5h ago

US Defense Secretary Confirms Secret Visit to Israel, Meeting with Netanyahu

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Netanyahu's Lawyer Believes Bribery Charge Weak, Dismissal Unlikely

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Reservist Support System Needs National Emergency Plan

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Traditional Voters' Turnout Key to Upcoming Israeli Elections

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Shani Louk's Father Quits Knesset Race, Backs Ofer Winter

Shani Louk's Father Quits Knesset Race, Backs Ofer Winter
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Israel's Education Minister Cancels Standardized Tests

Israel's Education Minister Cancels Standardized Tests
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Iran Rules Out Export of Enriched Uranium, Halts Talks With US

Iran Rules Out Export of Enriched Uranium, Halts Talks With US
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21 Contractors, IDF Officers Arrested in Alleged Multi-Million Shekel Fraud Scheme

21 Contractors, IDF Officers Arrested in Alleged Multi-Million Shekel Fraud Scheme
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World

Israeli Prankster Poses as Arab Supporter of Israel in Paris Live TV Interview

Israeli Prankster Poses as Arab Supporter of Israel in Paris Live TV Interview
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Security · 15 sources · 14h ago

Dozens of Chabad Students Detained at Ben Gurion Airport Released

Politics · 20 sources · 19h ago

Gantz Quits Knesset Race, Shifting Political Landscape

Politics · 9 sources · 12h ago

Netanyahu Ex-Advisor Hanegbi Switches Allegiance to Lieberman's Party

Politics · 31 sources · 1d ago

Behind Trump's Netanyahu Endorsement: Opposition Efforts and Internal US Debate

Politics · 20 sources · 18h ago

Benny Gantz Announces Party's Withdrawal From Knesset Elections

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Dollar Weakens Slightly Against Israeli Shekel; Other Currencies Also Decline
Day 50 · 26 updates

Dollar Surges to 3.03 Shekels Amid Iran Tensions and Interest Rate Cut

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Netanyahu's Alleged Interest in Soccer Team Sparks Debate
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Netanyahu May Attend Jerusalem Football Match After 5-Year Absence

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Israel Continues Operations in Gaza, Lebanon, and West Bank on War's 1111th Day
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Israel Continues Operations in Gaza, Lebanon, and West Bank on War's 1063rd Day

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Netanyahu Inaugurates New Campus, Vows to Oust Iran's Leadership

Netanyahu Inaugurates New Campus, Vows to Oust Iran's Leadership

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu inaugurated a new university campus in Kiryat Shmona, declaring that the military has secured northern Israel and vowing to pursue regime change in Iran. He stated that Iran's leadership is the "poisonous head of the octopus" and that its removal is necessary for regional security. Netanyahu also discussed this goal with U.S. President Donald Trump and urged the university to focus on AI integration and industry partnerships.

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Last Hamas Terrorist Involved in Shani Louk Abduction Eliminated

Last Hamas Terrorist Involved in Shani Louk Abduction Eliminated

The IDF and Shin Bet announced the elimination of Tamer Al-Saba'a, a Hamas operative involved in the abduction of Shani Louk on October 7th, in an airstrike in Jabalia, Gaza. Al-Saba'a was the last of the five terrorists involved in Louk's kidnapping to be eliminated or captured. Security officials stated he continued to advance terror plots and work on restoring Hamas's capabilities. The strike is considered a significant step in reaching all terrorists involved in the October 7th attacks.

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Delek Motors Explores Acquiring Control of Cal Credit Card Company

Delek Motors Explores Acquiring Control of Cal Credit Card Company

Delek Motors, controlled by Gil Agmon, is exploring a potential acquisition of Israel's Cal credit card company, valued at up to NIS 3.5 billion. This comes as Cal's current owner, Discount Bank, must divest its controlling stake by May 2027 due to competition reforms. A previous deal to sell Cal to Union Group and Harel Insurance was jeopardized by regulatory concerns, prompting renewed efforts to find a buyer. Other potential bidders include Centrige Group and Jerusalem Bank.

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World

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Israeli President Herzog Addresses Antisemitism at Budapest Conference

Israeli President Herzog Addresses Antisemitism at Budapest Conference

President Isaac Herzog spoke at a "Voice of the People" conference in Budapest, addressing rising antisemitism. He cited a statistic that three out of five British students have faced antisemitism and stressed the interconnectedness of Israel and Jewish communities worldwide. Herzog urged embracing the diversity within the global Jewish community.

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Four Israeli Innovations Recognized in Time Magazine's 2026 Best Inventions List

Four Israeli technology companies have been named among Time magazine's 300 best inventions for 2026. The innovations include AI-powered cancer detection, a robotic beehive, an AI tool for artist compensation, and a medical imaging analysis platform. These companies, founded between 2016 and 2020, are recognized for their diverse technological advancements.

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From High-Tech to Farmers' Market: The Man Revitalizing Jaffa's Flea Market

Niv Tobol, a former high-tech professional, has successfully launched a year-old farmers' market in Jaffa's flea market district, revitalizing the area and attracting thousands weekly. The market, supported by the Tel Aviv municipality, features dozens of small farmers and producers, offering a mix of fresh produce, artisanal foods, and a place for leisure. Tobol was inspired by Mexican markets and aims to create a mainstream culture around such markets, making them a popular destination for enjoyment and commerce.

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