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Ex-Attorney General Mandelblit Begins Testimony in Netanyahu Trial
Politics · 8 outlets · 42m ago

Ex-Attorney General Mandelblit Begins Testimony in Netanyahu Trial

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Israeli Expat Describes Devastation After Magnitude 7.7 Panama Earthquake

Israeli Expat Describes Devastation After Magnitude 7.7 Panama Earthquake
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Israeli Food Prices Soar Under Government's Tenure

Israeli Food Prices Soar Under Government's Tenure
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Woman Fatally Stabbed at Home in Beer Sheva; Husband Suspected

Woman Fatally Stabbed at Home in Beer Sheva; Husband Suspected
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Haredi Schools' 'Success Method' Continues With High Court's Backing

Haredi Schools' 'Success Method' Continues With High Court's Backing
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US Demands Israel Strike Iran Before Election, Netanyahu Open to Idea

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

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Netanyahu's Pro-Trump Stance Risks Israeli Ties Amid US President's Decline

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Young Israelis Debate Leadership Choices Amidst Post-October 7th Uncertainty

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Security · 12 sources · 9h ago

Man Shot Multiple Times, Dragged From Home in Suspected Execution in Rahat

Politics · 16 sources · 8h ago

Abu Mazen Postpones Palestinian Elections Until 2027, Faces Fierce Criticism

Security · 13 sources · 10h ago

IDF Eliminates Islamic Jihad Commander and Hamas Fighter in Gaza

Security · 12 sources · 11h ago

IDF Strikes Syrian Terrorist Promoting Attacks on Israel's Behalf

Sports · 12 sources · 6h ago

Sakhnin Forces Maccabi Tel Aviv to Draw at Home

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Opposition Bloc Can Reverse Government Decisions, Probe Oct. 7

A "Bloc of Change" in the next Knesset can reverse key decisions by the outgoing government, such as the attorney general's dismissal. The bloc also has the power to stop funding for draft dodgers and launch an inquiry into the flydubai incident. The Knesset's first session is set for November 10, two weeks after the election.

Haaretz English

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Trump Reveals 18 US Deaths in Iran Conflict, Issues Stern Warning

Trump Reveals 18 US Deaths in Iran Conflict, Issues Stern Warning

U.S. President Donald Trump stated that 18 American service members died in the conflict with Iran, which he believes prevented a nuclear threat. He expressed hope Iran would not develop nuclear weapons and warned of swift U.S. action if Tehran escalates. Diplomatic contacts are ongoing, and Trump will not resume attacks before the midterm elections. U.S. defense officials are considering a large-scale attack on Iranian strategic targets.

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Israel Considers Tax Break for Tech Founders to Curb Exodus

Israel Considers Tax Break for Tech Founders to Curb Exodus

Israel's Ministry of Finance is exploring a tax exemption on capital gains of up to 45 million shekels for tech entrepreneurs and investors to prevent companies and founders from relocating abroad. The proposal, inspired by U.S. tax incentives, aims to retain the vital high-tech sector, which contributes significantly to Israel's economy. The government is concerned about a growing trend of Israeli tech companies expanding operations outside the country, impacting GDP and exports. Discussions are also underway regarding potential changes to stock option taxation for tech employees.

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Hostage's Mother Shares Emotional Account of His Release and Captivity

Hostage's Mother Shares Emotional Account of His Release and Captivity

Ditzah Orr, mother of Avinatan Orr, who was released from Hamas captivity, shared her feelings in her first interview since his return. She expressed immense joy for his safe return but also profound sorrow for families still waiting for their loved ones. Orr discussed her son's resilience, attributing it to his deep Jewish roots and faith. She also spoke about his separation from fellow hostage Noa Argamani and her prayers for his future happiness.

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AI Threatens Bank Profits by Moving Customer Funds to Higher Yields

Israeli and international banks are implementing artificial intelligence to improve efficiency and profits. However, advanced AI could enable intelligent agents to move customer funds to interest-bearing accounts, threatening a key bank revenue stream. This shift could fundamentally change the relationship between banks and their customers.

TheMarker

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Long-Serving Eilat Chief Rabbi Moshe Mordechai HaDayan Dies at 91

Long-Serving Eilat Chief Rabbi Moshe Mordechai HaDayan Dies at 91

Rabbi Moshe Mordechai HaDayan, the Chief Sephardic Rabbi of Eilat for approximately 70 years, died on Saturday at age 91. He arrived in Eilat in 1956, dedicating his life to establishing religious institutions and strengthening Jewish life. His son, Rabbi Yair HaDayan, was recently appointed to succeed him. Prominent rabbis and the Shas movement eulogized HaDayan, praising his scholarship, dedication to kashrut, and love for people.

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