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The Desk12:00 bulletinChabad Emissary Denies Israeli Mother and Daughter Arrested in Namibia1:32
Israeli Mother and Daughter Arrested in Namibia After Using Forged Passports
Security · 22 outlets · 13m ago

Israeli Mother and Daughter Arrested in Namibia After Using Forged Passports

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Bar Ilan University Lecturer Indicted for Planning Mass Terror Attacks Against Arabs

9 sources · 12m ago10

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Satellite Images Reveal Renewed Activity at Iranian Nuclear Site Struck by Israel

Satellite Images Reveal Renewed Activity at Iranian Nuclear Site Struck by Israel
9 sources · 52m ago

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IDF Demolishes Terrorist Memorials Across West Bank

IDF Demolishes Terrorist Memorials Across West Bank
11 sources · 48m ago4

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Draft Evaders Exploited Security Loophole at Ben Gurion Airport

Draft Evaders Exploited Security Loophole at Ben Gurion Airport
4 sources · 24m ago

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Police Probe Transportation Ministry Officials Over Flydubai Security Lapse

Police Probe Transportation Ministry Officials Over Flydubai Security Lapse
15 sources · 1h ago

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Politics

Netanyahu and Smotrich Plan Election Alliances Excluding Ben-Gvir

Netanyahu and Smotrich Plan Election Alliances Excluding Ben-Gvir
6 sources · 52m ago

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Israel Police Warn of Fake Cybercrime Emails Targeting Citizens

Israel Police Warn of Fake Cybercrime Emails Targeting Citizens
7 sources · 11m ago

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Court Rules Against Rami Levy: Deducting Cash Shortages from Employee Wages Illegal

Court Rules Against Rami Levy: Deducting Cash Shortages from Employee Wages Illegal
13 sources · 1h ago

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Across the Israeli press

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World · 5 sources · 2h ago

Israel Marks Third Anniversary of October 7 Attacks

Security · 24 sources · 6h ago

Haredi Mob Blocks Military Police Arrest of Draft Dodger in Modi'in

World · 4 sources · 2h ago

Israir Cancels Dubai Rescue Flight After UAE Revokes Permits

Security · 4 sources · 1h ago

Truck Fire Shuts Down Highway 90 Near Kibbutz Yael

Security · 22 sources · 14h ago

Nearly 1,240 Crew Members From Hostile Nations Entered Israel This Year

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Politics

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New Druze Town Approved, But Services and Planning Concerns Remain

The approval of a new Druze town at the Yavor Junction has been welcomed by Yasser Ghadban, head of the Forum of Heads of Druze and Circassian Authorities, who stressed the need for practical implementation. Concerns were raised about the planning's insufficient inclusion of essential services like schools and healthcare. Druze representatives had also sought a different location for future expansion. The new town is intended to provide housing solutions and should complement, not replace, the development of existing Druze communities.

Al-Shams

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Omani Pilot Suspected in Hijacking Attempt Trained in UK

Omani Pilot Suspected in Hijacking Attempt Trained in UK

An Omani pilot suspected of attempting to hijack a Flydubai plane and crash it in Tel Aviv received flight training in the United Kingdom. Hammam Al-Hammami was previously removed from training by Oman Air due to extremist views. His education included studies in England, New Zealand, and a degree from Buckinghamshire New University. Social media posts revealed his radical ideology, leading to his reassignment from flight duties.

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19 Consortia Advance in Bidding for Israel's NIS 65 Billion Metro Project

19 Consortia Advance in Bidding for Israel's NIS 65 Billion Metro Project

Nineteen consortia of 31 companies from five countries have advanced in the bidding process for Israel's new metro system tenders, valued at NIS 65 billion. The companies will compete for contracts to excavate 11 sections and build 59 underground stations in the Gush Dan area. The total cost of the metro project is estimated at NIS 180 billion, with the first tender expected in early 2027.

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World

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Paris Dedicates Park Path to Shiri, Ariel, and Kfir Bibas

Paris Dedicates Park Path to Shiri, Ariel, and Kfir Bibas

Paris has dedicated a path in Parc Monceau in memory of Shiri Bibas and her sons Ariel and Kfir, who were abducted on October 7, 2023, and died in captivity. The ceremony occurred on October 6, prior to the third anniversary of the Hamas attacks. The IDF stated that Ariel and Kfir were killed by terrorists in captivity by November 2023. The path is officially named Allée Shiri, Ariel et Kfir Bibas.

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Spotify Expands Audiobook Service to Over 180 Markets Globally

Spotify is expanding its audiobook service to over 180 markets globally, making hundreds of thousands of titles available to more than 750 million users in over 120 languages, including Hebrew. The move aims to boost competition with other streaming services and audiobook platforms. Premium subscribers will get 12 hours of listening, while new subscription options are also available. The company is also improving user experience with new features, despite not planning to separate audiobooks from music on the home screen.

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Culture

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Rabbi Yigal Cohen Delivers Message of Hope on October 7th

Rabbi Yigal Cohen delivered a message of hope and resilience on October 7th, drawing parallels between the covenant of circumcision and the revival of the Jewish people. He encouraged Israelis not to despair, emphasizing their status as an "eternal nation" that overcomes adversity. The message also highlighted unity and love within the community.

Kikar HaShabbat

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