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The Desk23:00 bulletinSchool Trip Tragedy: Unexploded Ordnance Kills Teen, Injures 23, Sparks Knesset Probe1:12
Teen Killed in Northern Israel Explosion Identified
Security · 30 outlets · 9m ago

Teen Killed in Northern Israel Explosion Identified

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Suspect in Terror Attacks Arrested After Filming on Light Rail

Suspect in Terror Attacks Arrested After Filming on Light Rail
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Netanyahu Aide Asked ChatGPT for PR Help for Qatar Amid Gaza War, Report Claims

Netanyahu Aide Asked ChatGPT for PR Help for Qatar Amid Gaza War, Report Claims
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Ethiopian Cargo Plane Diverted From Israel Over Pilot's Indonesian Citizenship

Ethiopian Cargo Plane Diverted From Israel Over Pilot's Indonesian Citizenship
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Amazon in Talks to Acquire Israeli AI Startup Decart for $7 Billion

Amazon in Talks to Acquire Israeli AI Startup Decart for $7 Billion
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Saudi Crown Prince Rejects Israeli Military Aid Against Houthis

Saudi Crown Prince Rejects Israeli Military Aid Against Houthis
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Northern Israel Cluster Bomb Attack Kills Teen, Injures Dozens

Northern Israel Cluster Bomb Attack Kills Teen, Injures Dozens
6 sources · 53m ago

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Kfar Saba Mayor Accused of Corruption; Oversight Mechanisms Questioned

Kfar Saba Mayor Accused of Corruption; Oversight Mechanisms Questioned
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Israeli Teen Killed, Dozens Injured in Unexploded Ordnance Blast During School Trip

Israeli Teen Killed, Dozens Injured in Unexploded Ordnance Blast During School Trip
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Health · 4 sources · 2h ago

Israel's Health Funds Show Reduced Deficit But Financial Gaps Remain

Security · 26 sources · 8h ago

Schools Reopen in Kiryat Ata After Unusual Pollution Incident

Security · 30 sources · 12h ago

Kfar Saba Mayor's Wife Suspected of Obstructing Investigation

Security · 12 sources · 9h ago

Israeli-Russian Dual Citizen Sentenced to 3.5 Years in Russian Prison for Small Donation

Security · 23 sources · 14h ago

Eyewitness Describes Harrowing Scene of Youngsters Injured in Ramis Ridge Unexploded Ordnance Incident

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Ultra-Orthodox Paper Slams Finance Minister Smotrich Over Remarks

The ultra-Orthodox newspaper 'Yated Ne'eman' published a scathing editorial against Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich for his remarks about Rabbi Dov Landau. The paper accused Smotrich of "extreme rudeness" towards Torah leaders and exploiting ultra-Orthodox support for political gain. Following the criticism, Degel HaTorah announced it is no longer part of the right-wing bloc, declaring itself a "bloc of Torah."

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Hospital Updates on Condition of 13 Injured in Mount Ramim Disaster

Hospital Updates on Condition of 13 Injured in Mount Ramim Disaster

The Ziv Medical Center in Safed reported Tuesday that 13 people are hospitalized following a disaster at Mount Ramim. Two children are in serious but stable condition in the ICU, while two adults are mild to moderate, and nine children are in mild condition. The incident on Monday killed ninth-grader Elazar Yair Wilensky and injured others during a school trip. Initial IDF findings point to a Hezbollah cluster munition exploding, possibly after being handled by a student.

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IMF Raises Israel Growth Forecast, Warns on Global Debt

IMF Raises Israel Growth Forecast, Warns on Global Debt

The International Monetary Fund has raised its 2026 growth forecast for Israel to 4.5% and expects inflation to decrease to 1.8%. This positive outlook for Israel contrasts with a global economic slowdown and warnings from the IMF about rising public debt and interest rates impacting major economies. The IMF also noted that Israel's projected growth for 2026 is slightly lower than the Bank of Israel's forecast, suggesting a shift in growth timing. Globally, the IMF cautioned about fiscal pressures on governments and downward risks to the economic outlook, including potential impacts from Middle East conflict.

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Student Killed in Northern Israel School Trip Tragedy

Student Killed in Northern Israel School Trip Tragedy

Elazar Yair Wilensky, a ninth-grade student from Ma'alot Tarshiha, was killed in an accident during a school trip in northern Israel on Monday. His family described him as a bright and joyful child with his whole future ahead of him. The municipality is providing support to the affected families and students, while prayers are offered for the injured. Funeral arrangements are pending, and the family has requested privacy.

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Microsoft Israel R&D Center Cuts Dozens of Jobs in Restructuring

Microsoft Israel R&D Center Cuts Dozens of Jobs in Restructuring

Microsoft Israel Research and Development is laying off dozens of employees, affecting about 50 people in the Copilot Studio group as part of a global restructuring. The company employs approximately 3,000 R&D workers in Israel. The move follows recent leadership changes at the Israeli R&D center. Microsoft stated it is supporting affected employees with sensitivity and respect.

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New Million-Dollar Park Opens in Safed's Galilee Region

Lemon Park, a new park in Safed, Galilee, has opened with ancient orchards, ecological pools, and hiking trails, costing millions. The project aims to restore the local ecosystem and preserve Safed's agricultural heritage. It will serve as a trailhead for several hiking routes and includes plans for future connections to nearby streams and a sports center. The park is a joint effort by the Safed Municipality and the Kinneret Drainage and Rivers Authority.

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