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The Desk21:00 bulletinIDF: Avitar Security Scare Was False Alarm, Israeli Citizen Involved1:58
Benny Gantz Announces Party's Withdrawal From Knesset Elections
Politics · 19 outlets · 1h ago

Benny Gantz Announces Party's Withdrawal From Knesset Elections

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Gantz Quits Knesset Race, Shifting Political Landscape

Gantz Quits Knesset Race, Shifting Political Landscape
20 sources · 1h ago

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Ex-Doctor Jailed for ISIS Membership After Downloading Bomb Manuals

Ex-Doctor Jailed for ISIS Membership After Downloading Bomb Manuals
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Lod Municipality Accused of Political Discrimination Over Election Signs

Lod Municipality Accused of Political Discrimination Over Election Signs
4 sources · 35m ago

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Kfar Saba Mayor, Wife Detained Amid Corruption Probe

Kfar Saba Mayor, Wife Detained Amid Corruption Probe
9 sources · 1h ago

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Israel Tax Authority Chief Proposes Eliminating NIS 200 Bill, Cash Use

Israel Tax Authority Chief Proposes Eliminating NIS 200 Bill, Cash Use
16 sources · 2h ago

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Israel Approves National Strategy to Combat Flood Risks

Israel Approves National Strategy to Combat Flood Risks
3 sources · 27m ago

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Benny Gantz Quits Upcoming Election Race

Benny Gantz Quits Upcoming Election Race
10 sources · 1h ago

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Influencer Group Attacked by Stone-Throwers in West Bank

Influencer Group Attacked by Stone-Throwers in West Bank
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Politics · 7 sources · 44m ago

Ex-PM Bennett Sued for Defamation Over Interview Remarks

Security · 16 sources · 4h ago

Gas Leak at Intel Plant in Kiryat Gat Follows Deadly Explosion

Politics · 31 sources · 9h ago

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

Security · 11 sources · 5h ago

IDF Chief Orders Highest Alert, Leave Freeze Ahead of Election

Economy · 8 sources · 2h ago

Boomi Acquires Israeli Data Monitoring Startup Elementary Data for $43 Million

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Israel's TV Rating Committee Expands Measurement Panel
General · 3 sources · 1h ago

Israel's TV Rating Committee Expands Measurement Panel

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Israeli Journalist Accuses PM's Advisor of Qatar Ties, Security Lapses

Israeli Journalists Clash Over Advisor's Qatar Contacts
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Arab World Watches Israeli Election With Trepidation

Arab Media Watches Israeli Elections, Fears Netanyahu's Successors
20 minutes ago
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Netanyahu Advisor Uriach Planned Qatar Image Campaign, Interrogation Quotes Reveal

Netanyahu Aide Admits Qatar Influence Work Continued During War
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New Poll Shows Arab Parties Winning 13 Knesset Seats, New Party Fails Threshold

Polls Show Arab Parties Reaching Record Support Ahead of Elections
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Trump Backs Netanyahu Amidst Pressure Campaign

Trump Backs Netanyahu Amidst Pressure Campaign

U.S. President Donald Trump has publicly endorsed Benjamin Netanyahu for Prime Minister of Israel, a first in U.S.-Israel relations. This support followed a lobbying campaign by Trump's advisors, despite opposition in Washington and Trump's previous reluctance to endorse specific candidates. The move comes after Trump's past endorsement of Viktor Orbán, who lost an election, and amid U.S. opposition to Netanyahu over the conflict with Iran.

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Rebbe of Karlin-Stolin Attacked by Extremists in Beit Shemesh

Rebbe of Karlin-Stolin Attacked by Extremists in Beit Shemesh

A group of extremists attacked the Rebbe of Karlin-Stolin's vehicle with stones in Beit Shemesh on Sunday evening. The Rebbe was unharmed, and his escorts quickly removed him from the scene. The incident has caused significant outrage and condemnation within the Haredi community, with calls for the police to apprehend the perpetrators. This is not the first time the Rebbe has been targeted by extremist elements.

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AliExpress Launches Elite Club for Israeli Shoppers with Exclusive Discounts

AliExpress Launches Elite Club for Israeli Shoppers with Exclusive Discounts

AliExpress has launched its free Elite consumer club in Israel for shoppers spending over 800 shekels annually, offering a 5% discount on select items and simplified returns. The program aims to boost competition against rivals like Shein and Temu, especially as new EU customs rules redirect Chinese e-commerce to other markets. Israel Post anticipates a record 20 million parcels in November, while logistics operators prepare for increased demand despite potential air cargo challenges.

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Israeli Medics Train South Sudanese Rescuers in Field Trauma Care

Israeli Medics Train South Sudanese Rescuers in Field Trauma Care

Israel's Magen David Adom trained South Sudanese Red Cross workers in emergency medical care without specialized equipment. The course, held in South Sudan, taught participants to use improvised materials for treating injuries and managing emergencies. This initiative, a joint effort with the Israeli Embassy and other international organizations, aims to improve healthcare in remote areas where evacuation is difficult. The program continues ongoing health cooperation between the two nations.

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Israeli Tech Firm High Lander Raises $30 Million for Airspace Management

Israeli Tech Firm High Lander Raises $30 Million for Airspace Management

Israeli AI firm High Lander has raised $30 million in its Series A funding round, with an additional $16 million led by international investors including UAE's EDGE Group. The company develops software for managing low-altitude airspace and autonomous aerial systems. The funding will support expansion into national security, defense, and the U.S. market, addressing the increasing global need for drone traffic management.

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Christiane Amanpour to Leave CNN After 43-Year Career

Christiane Amanpour to Leave CNN After 43-Year Career

Christiane Amanpour, a renowned journalist and anchor, will depart from CNN in June 2027 after 43 years with the network. Her decision follows months of deliberation, and she plans to pursue new projects while supporting independent journalism. Amanpour's career includes extensive war zone reporting and interviews with global leaders. She faced controversy in October 2025 for remarks about Israeli hostages and Gazans, for which she apologized. Amanpour is also currently undergoing treatment for ovarian cancer.

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