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The Desk21:00 bulletinItaly Investigates Israeli Officials Over Gaza Flotilla Activist Abuse Claims1:30
Israeli-Russian Woman Jailed in Moscow for Donation Faces Unforeseen Legal Turn
Security · 2 outlets · 12m ago

Israeli-Russian Woman Jailed in Moscow for Donation Faces Unforeseen Legal Turn

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Settlers Attack Palestinian Village, Injuring Three and Stealing Hundreds of Sheep

Settlers Attack Palestinian Village, Injuring Three and Stealing Hundreds of Sheep
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IDF Drone Strike in Gaza Kills One Near Hamas Salary Distribution Site

IDF Drone Strike in Gaza Kills One Near Hamas Salary Distribution Site
2 sources · 31m ago

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Hamas Confirms 'Sinwar's Successor' Injured in Israeli Strike

Hamas Confirms 'Sinwar's Successor' Injured in Israeli Strike
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Israeli-Mexican Dual National Known as "The Banker" Arrested in Colombia

Israeli-Mexican Dual National Known as "The Banker" Arrested in Colombia
2 sources · 1h ago

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Gaza Violence Escalates: 5 Killed Friday, Israeli Forces Continue Shelling and Home Demolitions

Gaza Violence Escalates: 5 Killed Friday, Israeli Forces Continue Shelling and Home Demolitions
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Fatal Car Crash in Bat Yam Claims Life of 62-Year-Old Driver

Fatal Car Crash in Bat Yam Claims Life of 62-Year-Old Driver
3 sources · 1h ago

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Settler Attacks Leave Three Palestinians Injured Near Hebron, Damage Crops

Settler Attacks Leave Three Palestinians Injured Near Hebron, Damage Crops
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Settlers Attack Olive Harvesters Near Ramallah, Injuring 19 Palestinians

Settlers Attack Olive Harvesters Near Ramallah, Injuring 19 Palestinians
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Economy · 20 sources · 21h ago

Proofpoint Acquires Israeli Cybersecurity Firm Varonis for $6.3 Billion

Health · 11 sources · 15h ago

Hadassah Hospital Opens First Overseas Medical Center in Cyprus

Security · 13 sources · 1d ago

Netanyahu Reveals Direct Call to Syrian Leader After Damascus Strike

Security · 8 sources · 1d ago

Hezbollah Claims Explosives Shipment, US Urges Lebanon to Hold Perpetrators Accountable

Politics · 21 sources · 1d ago

Israelis Abroad Begin Voting in General Elections

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Driver Collapses at Wheel on Highway 3, Medics Fight for His Life
Day 7 · 4 updates

Man Collapses While Driving on Highway 6, Revived En Route to Hospital

Driver Collapses at Wheel on Highway 3, Medics Fight for His Life
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Settlers Allegedly Attack Palestinian Olive Groves, Farmers Fired Upon
Day 18 · 26 updates

West Bank Tensions Rise Amid Olive Harvest and Israeli Elections

Settlers Allegedly Attack Palestinian Olive Groves, Farmers Fired Upon
29 minutes ago
IDF Strike in Gaza Kills One Near School Used by Hamas
Day 45 · 8 updates

Israeli Drone Strike Kills Two in Gaza City

IDF Strike in Gaza Kills One Near School Used by Hamas
32 minutes ago
Hamas Official Admits IDF Strike Wounded Sinwar's Successor
Day 41 · 8 updates

IDF Strike Kills Hamas Commander Linked to October 7th Massacre

Hamas Official Admits IDF Strike Wounded Sinwar's Successor
43 minutes ago

Politics

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EU Warns Banks on Settlement Funding Ahead of E1 Deadline

EU Warns Banks on Settlement Funding Ahead of E1 Deadline

The European Council warned financial institutions against funding West Bank settlement construction ahead of the E1 bidding deadline. All EU leaders backed the statement, which targets banks and contractors. Israeli banks are concerned about potential British sanctions on lenders financing settlement expansion.

Haaretz English

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Security

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Settlers Attack Foreign Journalists During Palestinian Olive Harvest

Settlers Attack Foreign Journalists During Palestinian Olive Harvest

Dozens of masked Israeli settlers attacked Palestinian olive harvesters and foreign journalists near Ramallah on Friday, throwing stones and stealing belongings. Washington Post journalist Heidi Levine was allegedly knocked down and had her bag stolen during the assault. The Israeli military confirmed Jewish rioters descended from an illegal outpost, leading to stone-throwing. Jewish rioters also set fire to Palestinian vehicles in a nearby village, with no arrests made in either incident.

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Economy

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Proofpoint Acquires Varonis for $6.3 Billion, Eyes Potential Stock Market Return

Proofpoint Acquires Varonis for $6.3 Billion, Eyes Potential Stock Market Return

Proofpoint has agreed to acquire Israeli cybersecurity company Varonis for $6.3 billion, with the combined entity potentially returning to the public market. The deal, expected to close in the first half of 2027, aims to bolster data security and AI capabilities. CEO Sumit Dhawan sees the merger creating a significant player in the cybersecurity industry, serving over 16,000 large organizations worldwide. This acquisition is part of a larger trend of major consolidation in the Israeli cyber sector.

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World

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Wife of Abducted Lebanese Jewish Leader Dies After 42 Years of Waiting

Wife of Abducted Lebanese Jewish Leader Dies After 42 Years of Waiting

Miriam Jamous, wife of Salim Mourad Jamous, a Lebanese Jewish leader abducted in 1984, has died in Israel after 42 years of waiting for news. Israel is currently in negotiations with Lebanon to locate the remains of abducted Jewish leaders from the 1980s. Miriam, who was involved in smuggling operations and later took charge of the community after her husband's abduction, passed away on Yom Kippur. Her son stated that she became overwhelmed by longing for her husband as negotiations progressed.

Ynetnews

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Tech

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Redmi Note 17 Pro Max Review: Long Battery Life, Weak Performance

Redmi Note 17 Pro Max Review: Long Battery Life, Weak Performance

Xiaomi's Redmi Note 17 Pro Max features a 10,000 mAh battery that lasts over two and a half days, exceeding expectations. However, its performance is hampered by an 8GB RAM configuration and a Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 processor, leading to a less-than-smooth experience, especially in demanding applications. The device offers a large screen, basic cameras, and AI features, but its hardware limitations prevent it from being a top-tier mid-range option despite its impressive battery life. The phone is priced at around 2,200 NIS.

Calcalist

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Culture

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Israel Observes Oct. 7 Anniversary with Memorials and Cultural Events

Israel Observes Oct. 7 Anniversary with Memorials and Cultural Events

Israel held numerous events to commemorate the October 7th attacks, including a memorial exhibition at the National Library of Israel featuring writings about the victims. Cultural events also took place, such as a European Day of Languages celebration in Tel Aviv and an upcoming exhibition on book illustration at the Israel Museum. The Jewish Historical Society of England is hosting lectures on Jewish history and Jamaican Jewish doctors.

The Jerusalem Post

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