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The Desk12:00 bulletinThree Israelis Charged With Possessing Stolen Matador Missile1:26
Navi Pillay to Receive 2026 Nobel Peace Prize Amid Controversy
Politics · 12 outlets · 18m ago

Navi Pillay to Receive 2026 Nobel Peace Prize Amid Controversy

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Fallen Officer Remembered by Teacher as Natural Leader

Fallen Officer Remembered by Teacher as Natural Leader
19 sources · 1h ago

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Three Men Indicted for Possessing Missile Stolen From IDF

Three Men Indicted for Possessing Missile Stolen From IDF
10 sources · 34m ago

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Politics

US Report Praises Israel's Progress in Combating Human Trafficking

US Report Praises Israel's Progress in Combating Human Trafficking
12 sources · 53m ago

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US President Trump Receives New War Plans Targeting Iran

US President Trump Receives New War Plans Targeting Iran
5 sources · 26m ago

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South African Jurist Nabi Pillay Awarded Nobel Peace Prize

2 sources · 48m ago

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Palestinian Arrested for Praising October 7 Massacre

Palestinian Arrested for Praising October 7 Massacre
6 sources · 34m ago

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Israel Braces for Super El Niño Winter With Heavy Rains and Flooding

Israel Braces for Super El Niño Winter With Heavy Rains and Flooding
2 sources · 53m ago

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Labour Holds London Seat, Defeating Green Party Leader in By-Election

Labour Holds London Seat, Defeating Green Party Leader in By-Election
6 sources · 34m ago

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Across the Israeli press

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General · 3 sources · 1h ago

Autumn Bird Migration Begins in Israel with Millions of Songbirds

Politics · 8 sources · 5h ago

Ex-Netanyahu Aide Accuses PM's Office of Falsifying Records

Security · 21 sources · 13h ago

IDF Launches Long-Delayed Process to Award Medals for Oct. 7 Heroism

Security · 25 sources · 15h ago

Pharmacy Student Accused of Terror Plot; Friend Testifies Against Him

Security · 19 sources · 15h ago

Terrorist Sentenced to Life for Killing IDF Sergeant Amit Ben Yigal

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Netanyahu Faces Renewed Calls for Criminal Probe After Ex-Aide's Testimony

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UK Green Party Leader Loses By-Election After Party Adopts 'Zionism is Racism' Stance

UK Green Party Leader Loses By-Election After Party Adopts 'Zionism is Racism' Stance

Green Party leader lost a UK parliamentary by-election in London after his party adopted a resolution labeling "Zionism is racism" and advocating for a single Palestinian state. Despite the loss, the Green Party saw increased support, while Labour retained the seat. The resolution has drawn widespread criticism from within the party, Jewish organizations, and UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham, with Israel's Foreign Ministry calling it a "stain on the history of the United Kingdom."

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Israel Steps Up West Nile Virus Fight After New Mosquito Findings

Israel Steps Up West Nile Virus Fight After New Mosquito Findings

Israel is intensifying its fight against the West Nile virus following the discovery of infected mosquitoes in five new locations. Authorities have ordered expanded surveillance and control measures, with 20 cases and one death reported this season. Residents are urged to take preventative steps, such as eliminating standing water and using repellents, to reduce the risk of infection.

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US Analysts See Major Potential in Mitch Goldhar's Real Estate Holdings

US Analysts See Major Potential in Mitch Goldhar's Real Estate Holdings

US analysts have highlighted significant investment potential in SmartCentres REIT, a real estate company owned by Mitch Goldhar, the owner of Maccabi Tel Aviv. The fund's properties are valued at $12.1 billion and analysts believe investments could double within a decade. Goldhar's net worth is estimated at $2.8 billion, with most of it tied to his real estate holdings.

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Sderot Mayor Alon Davidi Welcomes New Grandchild Amidst Difficult Anniversary

Sderot Mayor Alon Davidi welcomed his second grandchild, a baby boy, born to his son Tzuriel and daughter-in-law Tohar. The joyous occasion arrives during the somber week of October 7th, a time of remembrance for the devastating attacks on the city. Davidi, who has been mayor since 2013, noted the birth brings a moment of hope and renewal. The family celebrated the new addition amidst the difficult anniversary.

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Nationwide Phone System Glitch Disrupts Municipal Services and Medical Hotlines

A nationwide phone system failure on Friday disrupted calls to municipal hotlines and the Rambam poison control center. Authorities provided alternative WhatsApp and phone numbers for services in Beit Shemesh, Ra'anana, and Hof HaCarmel. Rambam directed urgent callers to MDA, while troubleshooting continued with an initial estimated restoration time of 10:00 AM.

JDN

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Culture

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Russian Jewish Community Observes Yom Kippur and Reflects on Miracles

The article chronicles reflections on miracles and community events within Moscow's Jewish community, particularly around the High Holidays. It highlights teachings on acknowledging divine intervention, drawing parallels between past and present events like the Entebbe rescue and a recent foiled hijacking. The piece also recounts a miraculous healing at Shimon HaTzadik's tomb and the community's commemoration of the October 7th massacre, emphasizing unity against evil.

Arutz Sheva

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