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Politics · 19 outlets · 1h ago

Herzog Urges Parties to Avoid New Elections Amid Coalition Stalemate

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Across the Israeli press

how each group of the press covered the same events

Culture · 8 sources · 38m ago

Channel 13 Talent Clash: Aharish and Berkovich Argue On-Air

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Politics · 5 sources · 2h ago

Arab Representation in Knesset Sees Electoral Gains Amid Political Uncertainty

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Politics · 27 sources · 11h ago

Likud Alleges Arab Parties Stole Elections Through Criminal Acts

Left 2Centre 7Right 6Haredi 3Arab 4Other 5

Security · 30 sources · 21h ago

Knife Attack Near Israeli Embassy in Serbia; Attacker Killed

Left 2Centre 10Right 5Haredi 2Arab 4Other 7

Politics · 8 sources · 11h ago

Arab Parties Secure 19 Seats in Israeli Election Results

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How the headlines differ

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Knife Attack Near Israeli Embassy in Serbia; Attacker Killed

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Election Polls Show No Clear Majority for Any Bloc

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Ongoing stories

events that did not end yesterday

Day 32 · 20 updates

Election Committee Prepares for Delayed Results Due to Record "Double Envelope" Votes

Israel Tallies First 29,000 Special Ballots, Likud Leads

8 minutes ago

Day 4 · 4 updates

Israeli Elections: Arab Parties Could Be Kingmakers, Professor Explains

Arab Leader Discusses Israeli Election Outcomes and Government Formation Scenarios

10 minutes ago

Day 19 · 30 updates

Likud Weighs Bennett as Key to Netanyahu's 61-Seat Goal

Netanyahu Bloc Leads as 91% of Votes Counted in Israeli Election

22 minutes ago

Day 20 · 29 updates

Trump and Netanyahu Discuss Urgent Iran Action Amidst War Rumors

Ex-Envoy: Trump Expects Payback From Netanyahu For Election Aid

23 minutes ago

Politics

Israel Election: Netanyahu Bloc Nears Majority as 92% of Votes Counted

With 91.7% of votes counted in Israel's Knesset elections, Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc is projected to win 53 seats, while the opposition led by Gadi Eisenkot is expected to secure 48. Two Arab parties are projected to win 19 seats, totaling 120 seats. Neither bloc has reached the 61 seats needed for a majority. The counting of absentee ballots is ongoing and could impact the final results, with official outcomes due by November 4, 2026.

7 newsrooms1h ago

Netanyahu Bloc Leads as Shas May Lose Seat, Minority Government Eyed
Arutz Sheva22m ago
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Rabbi Urges National Unity Government to Prevent Existential Threat
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Ra'am Gains to 8 Seats, Joint List Drops to 11 as Vote Count Nears Completion
JDN1h ago
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Security

Election Committee Head Orders Shin Bet Probe into Foreign Election Funding and Bribery

The Chairman of the Election Committee, Judge Noam Sohlberg, ordered the Shin Bet to investigate suspicions of foreign funding and bribery in elections. This follows the Shin Bet head presenting Sohlberg with exceptionally grave information regarding foreign influence against Israeli interests. The judge stressed the need to investigate to maintain election integrity and protect the democratic process. Findings are required within one week due to vote counting timelines.

Srugim6m ago

Election Interference Probe Ordered by Sohlberg into Foreign Funding and Bribery
Maariv9m ago
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Election Committee Chair Orders Shin Bet to Probe Foreign Election Bribery Claims
Mako21m ago
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Election Committee Chair Orders Shin Bet to Probe Foreign Election Bribery Claims
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Economy

Israeli Markets React to Election Uncertainty, Not Collapse

Israeli markets saw declines after the recent elections, with key sectors like banking and construction falling significantly, reflecting investor pricing of uncertainty and instability. The shekel weakened against the dollar, reversing pre-election gains. Analysts compare the situation to Brazil's market crash, deeming Israel's reaction a more moderate pricing of uncertainty. The primary economic risk is prolonged instability and a lack of government decision-making, with the private sector expected to sustain the economy.

3 newsrooms1h ago

Tel Aviv Stocks Fall, Shekel Weakens as Election Results Create Uncertainty
6 newsrooms12h ago
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Israeli Markets Plummet as Election Results Create Uncertainty
7 newsrooms17h ago
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Yanki Quint Appointed Chairman of NewMed Energy
8 newsrooms12h ago
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World

Kfar Qasim Marks 70th Anniversary of 1956 Massacre

Kfar Qasim is marking the 70th anniversary of a 1956 massacre committed by Border Police. Events include a morning march and an evening festival, with the municipal council approving related activities. The mayor highlighted the event's national and historical importance, emphasizing the need to preserve the martyrs' memory. The Higher Committee called for broad participation in the commemorations.

2 newsrooms9m ago

TV Panelist Defends Arab Lawmakers, Struggles to Cite Hamas Condemnation
Now 141h ago
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Jose Rodriguez Recounts Harrowing War Experience and Love for Israel
Sport59h ago
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Israeli TV Anchor Calls for Media Soul-Searching After Election Results
Ice12h ago
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Tech

Israeli Companies Dominate Fortune Cyber's Latest Startup List

Israeli-founded companies represent a significant portion of the 2026/2027 Fortune Cyber list, with 29 out of 60 startups featured. These companies, selected for their venture funding and growth, span across mature, growth, and early-stage categories. A notable trend is the focus on AI security, with companies like Noma Security and Neo developing solutions in this area. Other Israeli startups are addressing vulnerability reduction and data exfiltration, reflecting the sector's innovation.

3 newsrooms2h ago

Future of Work Focuses on Human Talent Amidst AI Revolution
Walla1h ago
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Cyber Startup Founder Says Entrepreneurship Wasn't Her Dream
Ice2h ago
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Israel's Remondo and South Korea's Meissa Partner on AI-Powered Satellite Surveillance
NEWSru Israel2h ago
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Culture

Popular Israeli Series 'Wort' Returns for New Season

The Israeli series "Wort" is returning for a new season, with a first look now released. Created by Yaki Reissner, the show has a dedicated fanbase. Additional exclusive content is available on the Kippa app, encouraging viewers to download it for more.

Kipa10m ago

Reality Star Buzaglo Slams Fellow Survivor Shoshan for Arrogance
Ice15m ago
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Polish Cuisine's Richness Contrasts With Ashkenazi Food's Blandness
Calcalist17m ago
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Hebrew Language Academy Clarifies Common Usage Error
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Today

Herzog Urges Parties to Avoid New Elections Amid Coalition Stalemate

Election Officials Detail Plan for Counting Crucial 'Double Envelope' Ballots

Israeli Police Deny Likud Claims of Election Violations

US Vice President Vance Opens Secret Talks With Iran Amid Strike Threats

Israeli Businessman Found Dead in Ethiopia, Poisoning Suspected

Arab Citizens Opt to Back Government as 'Security Net' After Record Turnout

Gaza Man Seeking Shelter Arrested With Driver in Northern Israel

Israel Election Results: Netanyahu Bloc Holds Steady as Votes Counted

Iran Threatens Gulf Regimes with Collapse Amid US Attack Fears

Across the Israeli press

Channel 13 Talent Clash: Aharish and Berkovich Argue On-Air

Arab Representation in Knesset Sees Electoral Gains Amid Political Uncertainty

Likud Alleges Arab Parties Stole Elections Through Criminal Acts

Knife Attack Near Israeli Embassy in Serbia; Attacker Killed

Arab Parties Secure 19 Seats in Israeli Election Results

How the headlines differ

Knife Attack Near Israeli Embassy in Serbia; Attacker Killed

Election Polls Show No Clear Majority for Any Bloc

Ongoing stories

Election Committee Prepares for Delayed Results Due to Record "Double Envelope" Votes

Israeli Elections: Arab Parties Could Be Kingmakers, Professor Explains

Likud Weighs Bennett as Key to Netanyahu's 61-Seat Goal

Trump and Netanyahu Discuss Urgent Iran Action Amidst War Rumors

Politics

Israel Election: Netanyahu Bloc Nears Majority as 92% of Votes Counted

Netanyahu Bloc Leads as Shas May Lose Seat, Minority Government Eyed

Rabbi Urges National Unity Government to Prevent Existential Threat

Ra'am Gains to 8 Seats, Joint List Drops to 11 as Vote Count Nears Completion

Security

Election Committee Head Orders Shin Bet Probe into Foreign Election Funding and Bribery

Election Interference Probe Ordered by Sohlberg into Foreign Funding and Bribery

Election Committee Chair Orders Shin Bet to Probe Foreign Election Bribery Claims

Election Committee Chair Orders Shin Bet to Probe Foreign Election Bribery Claims

Economy

Israeli Markets React to Election Uncertainty, Not Collapse

Tel Aviv Stocks Fall, Shekel Weakens as Election Results Create Uncertainty

Israeli Markets Plummet as Election Results Create Uncertainty

Yanki Quint Appointed Chairman of NewMed Energy

World

Kfar Qasim Marks 70th Anniversary of 1956 Massacre

TV Panelist Defends Arab Lawmakers, Struggles to Cite Hamas Condemnation

Jose Rodriguez Recounts Harrowing War Experience and Love for Israel

Israeli TV Anchor Calls for Media Soul-Searching After Election Results

Tech

Israeli Companies Dominate Fortune Cyber's Latest Startup List

Future of Work Focuses on Human Talent Amidst AI Revolution

Cyber Startup Founder Says Entrepreneurship Wasn't Her Dream

Israel's Remondo and South Korea's Meissa Partner on AI-Powered Satellite Surveillance

Culture

Popular Israeli Series 'Wort' Returns for New Season

Reality Star Buzaglo Slams Fellow Survivor Shoshan for Arrogance

Polish Cuisine's Richness Contrasts With Ashkenazi Food's Blandness

Hebrew Language Academy Clarifies Common Usage Error