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The Desk21:00 bulletinElection Committee Head Rules Netanyahu's Video Constitutes Illegal Campaigning1:29
IDF Blamed by Police After Draft Dodger Raid Descends into Chaos
Security · 24 outlets · 6m ago

IDF Blamed by Police After Draft Dodger Raid Descends into Chaos

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Israel's Security Chiefs Confer on Election Security Preparations

Israel's Security Chiefs Confer on Election Security Preparations
18 sources · 31m ago

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Israel Allowed Over 1200 Pilots From Hostile Nations Entry This Year

Israel Allowed Over 1200 Pilots From Hostile Nations Entry This Year
21 sources · 32m ago

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El Al Cancels Dubai Evacuation Flight Amid UAE Aviation Authority Actions

El Al Cancels Dubai Evacuation Flight Amid UAE Aviation Authority Actions
9 sources · 26m ago

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Election Committee Head Rules Netanyahu's Video Constitutes Illegal Campaigning

Election Committee Head Rules Netanyahu's Video Constitutes Illegal Campaigning
16 sources · 56m ago2

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Flydubai Passengers Struggle With Trauma, Lack of Official Support

Flydubai Passengers Struggle With Trauma, Lack of Official Support
4 sources · 21m ago2

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French MEP Rima Hassan Causes Disturbance at Exhibition Commemorating October 7

French MEP Rima Hassan Causes Disturbance at Exhibition Commemorating October 7
18 sources · 1h ago

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UEFA Investigates Israeli Player for Alleged Spitting Incident Against Ireland Official

UEFA Investigates Israeli Player for Alleged Spitting Incident Against Ireland Official
13 sources · 27m ago

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Israel Boosts Security Readiness Amid Fears of Escalation

Israel Boosts Security Readiness Amid Fears of Escalation
13 sources · 1h ago

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Security · 27 sources · 3h ago

Israel Warns of Heightened Terror Threat on October 7 Anniversary

Security · 19 sources · 2h ago

Netanyahu Warns Hamas Against Election Attacks, Vows Strong Response

Security · 5 sources · 2h ago

IDF Officer Denies Responsibility for Oct. 7 Intelligence Failures

Economy · 10 sources · 1h ago

Rami Levy Retail Chain Faces Major Lawsuit Over Employee Deductions

Security · 32 sources · 5h ago

Math Professor Charged With Plotting Mass Murder and Expulsion of Arabs

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UAE Abruptly Cancels Israeli Evacuation Flight Permits
Day 28 · 49 updates

Airlines Urge Shin Bet Chief to Approve Resumption of Dubai Flights

UAE Abruptly Cancels Israeli Evacuation Flight Permits
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Likud Drops Lawsuit Against Overseas Israeli Voter Initiative After Compromise
Day 21 · 5 updates

Likud Petitions Election Committee Against Plan to Fly Israelis Abroad to Vote

Likud Drops Lawsuit Against Overseas Israeli Voter Initiative After Compromise
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IDF Headstones to Note Abduction of Fallen Soldiers
Day 9 · 3 updates

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IDF Headstones to Note Abduction of Fallen Soldiers
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Nigerian King Visits Binyamin Region to Foster Ties

Nigerian King Visits Binyamin Region to Foster Ties

King Ogiame Atuwatse III of Nigeria's Warri Kingdom visited Israel's Binyamin region on Tuesday to strengthen international ties. Hosted by Governor Israel Ganz, the king toured Psagot Winery and Ancient Shiloh, learning about the region's history and development. The visit is part of broader efforts to build relationships with African leaders and foster support for Israel.

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Shin Bet Chief Warns of Unprecedented Terror Organizations in Bedouin Sector

Shin Bet Chief Warns of Unprecedented Terror Organizations in Bedouin Sector

Shin Bet chief David Zini warned the security cabinet of unprecedented terror organizations forming within Israel's Bedouin population in the Negev. Security forces are identifying attempts to establish military-style infrastructure and "battalions" among the Bedouin, fueled by arms smuggling and radicalization. The Shin Bet, police, and IDF are working to thwart these groups through arrests and intelligence operations. A former police commissioner noted that gunfire has become routine in some areas, calling it a government failure.

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Discount Bank to Absorb Mercantile Bank, Customers to See Gradual Changes

Discount Bank to Absorb Mercantile Bank, Customers to See Gradual Changes

Discount Bank and Mercantile Bank have approved their merger, with Mercantile's brand and branches initially remaining unchanged. The integration will focus on unifying systems and operations, aiming to boost technology investment and customer offerings. CEOs stated that Mercantile customers will retain personal service while gaining access to Discount Bank's broader financial solutions.

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Namibian Doctor Recognizes ZAKA Volunteer, Cancels Autopsy for Israeli Traveler

Namibian Doctor Recognizes ZAKA Volunteer, Cancels Autopsy for Israeli Traveler

A Namibian pathologist recognized ZAKA volunteer Yossi Landau during a video call, leading him to cancel an autopsy for a recently deceased Israeli traveler. The pathologist and Landau had met 19 years ago after a plane crash in Namibia where ZAKA volunteers helped with the deceased. The doctor agreed to release the Israeli's body for burial in Israel without an autopsy due to their prior acquaintance and ZAKA's work respecting the dead.

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Ramat Gan Launches Israel's First AI City Initiative

Ramat Gan is launching Israel's first "AI City" initiative, introducing AI-powered voice assistants for its municipal hotline within weeks. The system aims to improve resident services and operational efficiency by handling inquiries and automating tasks. This digital transformation is part of Mayor Carmel Shama Hacohen's vision to position the city as an AI leader, with other projects including AI-driven parking permits and enhanced city surveillance.

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Mordechai Ben David and Shmulik Sukkot Electrify Thousands with "Emet"

Singers Mordechai Ben David and Shmulik Sukkot performed their song "Emet" to an audience of thousands. The song's melody was composed by Bentsi Stein, and Yoely Dickman arranged and conducted the music. The performance was well-received by the large crowd.

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