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Israel Escalates Military Operations in Hebron After Soldier Deaths
Security · 15 outlets · 17m ago

Israel Escalates Military Operations in Hebron After Soldier Deaths

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Netanyahu Suggests Israel Prepare for Sanctions Using Cryptocurrency

Netanyahu Suggests Israel Prepare for Sanctions Using Cryptocurrency
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US Accelerates Diplomat Evacuations in Middle East Amid Escalation Fears

US Accelerates Diplomat Evacuations in Middle East Amid Escalation Fears
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Leumi Bank CEO Urges Israelis to Join Lawsuit Against Meta Over Fraudulent Ads

Leumi Bank CEO Urges Israelis to Join Lawsuit Against Meta Over Fraudulent Ads
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Electric Bicycle Rider Dies in Collision With Parked Truck in Holon

Electric Bicycle Rider Dies in Collision With Parked Truck in Holon
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Iran Escalates Efforts to Assassinate US Officials in Middle East

Iran Escalates Efforts to Assassinate US Officials in Middle East
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Netanyahu's Shift: From Global Integration to Sanctions Circumvention

Netanyahu's Shift: From Global Integration to Sanctions Circumvention
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US Asked Musk to Control Starlink in Ukraine, Middle East for Years

US Asked Musk to Control Starlink in Ukraine, Middle East for Years
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Trump Hints at New US Operation Against Iran, Names It 'Epic Rage'

Trump Hints at New US Operation Against Iran, Names It 'Epic Rage'
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Security · 17 sources · 7h ago

Israel Demolishes Homes in Hebron After Deadly Attack

Security · 8 sources · 12h ago

IDF Chief Vows Pursuit of Attackers After Judea Junction Shooting

Politics · 11 sources · 13h ago

Netanyahu Strikes Deal With Accused Rabbi, Party Quits Knesset Race

Security · 11 sources · 17h ago

Netanyahu Vows Major IDF Operation After West Bank Shooting

Security · 10 sources · 15h ago

Deadly West Bank Attack Prompts Israeli Closures Days Before Election

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Israel's Election Stalemate: Arab Citizens' Role in Shaping the Future

Israel's Election Stalemate: Arab Citizens' Role in Shaping the Future

Israeli elections are approaching with no clear majority in sight for either Benjamin Netanyahu or Gadi Eisenkot, leading to a focus on post-election political maneuvering. Several scenarios are possible, including a fragile government reliant on Arab party support, a potentially paralyzing national unity government, or a more transformative partnership with Arab parties. The article emphasizes the need for Arab citizens to build influential political power to secure their interests and become genuine partners in shaping the nation's future, regardless of who forms the next government.

Alarab

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France's Leadership Criticized for Response to Riots and Antisemitism

France's Leadership Criticized for Response to Riots and Antisemitism

David Ben-Basset criticizes French President Emmanuel Macron's leadership amidst riots and rising antisemitism, arguing that French Jews are suffering the consequences. He points to specific incidents like a synagogue desecration and high numbers of antisemitic acts in 2025, suggesting a failure to uphold French law against extremist elements. The article also critiques France's historical colonial actions and its past foreign policy decisions, concluding that the nation is paying for its perceived moral compromises.

Maariv

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Netanyahu Explores Blockchain as Sanction Alternative Amid Growing International Pressure

Netanyahu Explores Blockchain as Sanction Alternative Amid Growing International Pressure

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is exploring blockchain technology as a way to circumvent potential Western sanctions, including banking restrictions. A new report indicates 62 countries have imposed 121 measures against Israel, with Spain and the U.S. leading. Meanwhile, over 60 economists have warned that international actions against settlements could cause severe economic damage, urging policy changes to prevent further isolation.

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West Bank and Israel Switch to Winter Time

West Bank and Israel Switch to Winter Time

Winter time commenced in the West Bank on Saturday, October 24, 2026, with clocks set back one hour. Israel followed suit on Sunday, October 25, 2026, also moving clocks back one hour. Both regions will return to daylight saving time on March 26, 2027.

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X Network Experiences Widespread Outages in Israel and Globally

X Network Experiences Widespread Outages in Israel and Globally

Users in Israel and other countries, including Germany, are experiencing disruptions on the X social network, with issues accessing the app, website, and loading feeds. The cause and scope of the outages are currently unclear. Downdetector has been monitoring the widespread service problems.

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Former Director-General of Israel's Chief Rabbinate, Rabbi Yehuda Cohen, Dies

Former Director-General of Israel's Chief Rabbinate, Rabbi Yehuda Cohen, Dies

Rabbi Yehuda Cohen, former Director-General of the Chief Rabbinate of Israel, has died. The Chief Rabbinate announced his passing, praising his long service and dedication to strengthening the institution and Torah observance. Funeral arrangements will be announced later, with no further details on his biography or cause of death currently available.

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