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Abdul El-Sayed has won Michigan's U.S. Senate election, becoming the first Muslim senator and vowing to end U.S. taxpayer funding for "apartheid, genocide and war," specifically targeting Israel. He defeated Republican Mike Rogers after a contentious campaign that included criticism from Donald Trump and opposition from AIPAC. El-Sayed, son of Egyptian immigrants, advocates for domestic investment of funds currently sent as foreign aid. His victory is seen as a historic milestone for Muslim Americans.

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Netanyahu Warns Against Government Relying on Arab Parties
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NY Republicans' Israel, Antisemitism Focus Fails to Sway Jewish Voters
Haaretz English3h ago
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Joint List Expected to Back Eisenkot Without Demands
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Security

Police Commander Faces Investigation Over Foul-Mouthed Attack on Lawyers

Yoni Chajaj, commander of the Coastal District's Special Patrol Unit, is being investigated by the Israel Police for making severe, vulgar accusations against criminal defense lawyers in a podcast interview. He accused them of lying, fraud, and obstructing investigations, and used violent imagery. The Israel Bar Association condemned the remarks as incitement and a call for bloodshed, noting the danger to lawyers. The police have initiated a review of the incident.

4 newsrooms4h ago

Israeli Arab Lawmaker Ayman Odeh Faces Probe Over Alleged PA Payments
7 newsrooms8h ago
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New Intel Signs Show Hamas Prepared for Oct. 7 Attack
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Shin Bet Chief and Legal Advisor Clash Over MKs' Interrogation
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Economy

Fuel Prices to Rise by 50 Agorot Per Liter Tonight

The price of 95-octane gasoline in Israel will rise by 50 agorot per liter to NIS 7.85 starting tonight, with the tax discount halved. The new price is effective until the end of November. Meanwhile, regulations have been eased to facilitate the installation of fast-charging stations for electric vehicles at gas stations, allowing for additional building rights.

6 newsrooms5h ago

Banks to Shift to Digital Mail by Default, Excluding Some Customers
4 newsrooms10h ago
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Oil Prices Plunge Following Vance's Remarks on Election Results
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Fuel Prices Rise to 7.85 Shekels Per Liter Despite Tax Cut
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World

Black Christian Leaders Visit Israel to Fulfill Martin Luther King's Unfinished Dream

Around 500 Black Christian leaders from the U.S. and Africa are on a pilgrimage to Israel, reviving a 1967 plan by Martin Luther King Jr. The "Unfinished Business Pilgrimage" seeks to bolster ties between Black Christian communities and Israel amidst rising antisemitism. Organizers plan a larger event in 2027 and aim to foster deeper understanding and solidarity, while also urging Israel to address concerns of Black communities.

2 newsrooms7h ago

Israeli Deputy Mayor Criticizes Nation's Pro-Israel Advocacy Efforts
Srugim9h ago
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IDF Military Rabbinate Marks 32 Years Since Death of Rabbi Shlomo Goren
Kikar HaShabbat5h ago
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Youth Gather to Mark 31 Years Since Rabin Assassination, Call for Unity
Hamal6h ago
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Tech

Israeli Cybersecurity Startup Brava Security Raises $15 Million

Israeli cybersecurity startup Brava Security has secured $15 million in seed funding led by F2 Venture Capital and Pitango. The company's platform trains security systems and AI agents to identify missed cyberattacks by generating attack telemetry without executing actual attacks. The funds will accelerate platform development and market expansion, with a focus on North America.

2 newsrooms12h ago

Israeli Team Develops AI-Powered Browser, Ace, with Millions of Downloads
NEWSru Israel12h ago
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Israeli Cyber Firm Sentra Raises $150 Million, Nears Unicorn Status
Calcalist14h ago
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Haifa Conference Explores AI Integration to Boost Arab Factories' Productivity
Alarab17h ago
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Culture

Iconic Israeli Designer Dorin Frankfurt Embraces 3D Tech for Eyewear

Iconic Israeli designer Dorin Frankfurt, 75, is launching a new line of 3D-printed eyewear in collaboration with Lajo. The collection, inspired by literature and rock and roll, utilizes advanced technology to create small-batch, unique frames. Frankfurt sees this as a way to support Israel's design industry and encourages older women to embrace new ventures without fear of failure.

The Jerusalem Post2h ago

Isabelle Huppert Shines in ‘The Richest Woman in the World’ Film Review
The Jerusalem Post2h ago
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New Book by Rabbi Yehoshua Shapira Explores Hanukkah Light and National Resilience
Arutz Sheva4h ago
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Moshav Nahalim Seeks New Rabbi After Incumbent Retires
Arutz Sheva4h ago
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Today

US Midterms: War, Gas Prices, and Anti-Israel Sentiment Fuel Democratic Gains

IDF Criticizes Unapproved Jewish Family Move Into West Bank Homes

Rabin's Killer Still a Fearful Figure as Israel Faces Crucial Juncture

International Probe Busts Investment Fraud Ring Operating from Israel and Cyprus

New ICJ Judges Elected Amid Israeli Concerns Over Past Actions

Shin Bet Chief's Election Probe Request Stuns Officials, Fuels Conspiracy Claims

Israel's President Consults Parties on New Government Formation

Herzog Warns Netanyahu of Civil War Risk Amid Settler Violence

Israeli President Warns of Civil War Over Settler Violence

Across the Israeli press

Vance Links Republican Losses to US-Israel Relations Shift

Netanyahu's Lawyer Withdraws from State Comptroller Race

Israel Braces for Heavy Rains and Flood Threats

Israel Warns US of Potential Iranian Chemical Weapons Use

Israeli Journalist Orly Vilnai Hospitalized After Cardiac Event

How the headlines differ

Israel Warns US of Potential Iranian Chemical Weapons Use

Vance Links Republican Losses to US-Israel Relations Shift

Ongoing stories

Boy George Set to Perform in Tel Aviv Following Pro-Israel Stance

Portland Trail Blazers Rely on Healthy Deni Avdija for Playoff Hopes

Stevens' Fiancé Backs GOP Senate Candidate Over El-Sayed Amid Antisemitism Concerns

Hapoel Jerusalem Recovers With EuroCup Win After League Cup Loss

Politics

Muslim American Abdul El-Sayed Wins Michigan Senate Seat, Vows to Cut Aid to Israel

Netanyahu Warns Against Government Relying on Arab Parties

NY Republicans' Israel, Antisemitism Focus Fails to Sway Jewish Voters

Joint List Expected to Back Eisenkot Without Demands

Security

Police Commander Faces Investigation Over Foul-Mouthed Attack on Lawyers

Israeli Arab Lawmaker Ayman Odeh Faces Probe Over Alleged PA Payments

New Intel Signs Show Hamas Prepared for Oct. 7 Attack

Shin Bet Chief and Legal Advisor Clash Over MKs' Interrogation

Economy

Fuel Prices to Rise by 50 Agorot Per Liter Tonight

Banks to Shift to Digital Mail by Default, Excluding Some Customers

Oil Prices Plunge Following Vance's Remarks on Election Results

Fuel Prices Rise to 7.85 Shekels Per Liter Despite Tax Cut

World

Black Christian Leaders Visit Israel to Fulfill Martin Luther King's Unfinished Dream

Israeli Deputy Mayor Criticizes Nation's Pro-Israel Advocacy Efforts

IDF Military Rabbinate Marks 32 Years Since Death of Rabbi Shlomo Goren

Youth Gather to Mark 31 Years Since Rabin Assassination, Call for Unity

Tech

Israeli Cybersecurity Startup Brava Security Raises $15 Million

Israeli Team Develops AI-Powered Browser, Ace, with Millions of Downloads

Israeli Cyber Firm Sentra Raises $150 Million, Nears Unicorn Status

Haifa Conference Explores AI Integration to Boost Arab Factories' Productivity

Culture

Iconic Israeli Designer Dorin Frankfurt Embraces 3D Tech for Eyewear

Isabelle Huppert Shines in ‘The Richest Woman in the World’ Film Review

New Book by Rabbi Yehoshua Shapira Explores Hanukkah Light and National Resilience

Moshav Nahalim Seeks New Rabbi After Incumbent Retires