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The Desk10:00 bulletinIsraeli Forces Arrest Islamic Jihad Operative in Bethlehem1:50
Report: Israel Planned Iran Attack This Month, Trump Blocked It
Security · 19 outlets · 42m ago

Report: Israel Planned Iran Attack This Month, Trump Blocked It

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Arkia Cancels Flights to Morocco Amid Security Concerns

Arkia Cancels Flights to Morocco Amid Security Concerns
15 sources · 29m ago

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Malaysia Bans Waze Over Israeli Data Concerns

Malaysia Bans Waze Over Israeli Data Concerns
10 sources · 15m ago

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US Mediates Israeli-Lebanese Military Talks in Florida Amid Security Disputes

US Mediates Israeli-Lebanese Military Talks in Florida Amid Security Disputes
7 sources · 54m ago

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Lawsuit Demands Criminal Probe into Channel 14 Over Security Leaks

Lawsuit Demands Criminal Probe into Channel 14 Over Security Leaks
3 sources · 20m ago

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Politics

Likud Admits Internal Data Shows 'Abysmal Failure' as Votes Risk Being Lost

Likud Admits Internal Data Shows 'Abysmal Failure' as Votes Risk Being Lost
2 sources · 15m ago

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Israeli Police Bust Teen Gang for TikTok Fire Extinguisher Pranks

Israeli Police Bust Teen Gang for TikTok Fire Extinguisher Pranks
9 sources · 1h ago

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Major Real Estate Deal Near Tel Aviv Sees 80 Apartments Sold for 198 Million Shekels

Major Real Estate Deal Near Tel Aviv Sees 80 Apartments Sold for 198 Million Shekels
3 sources · 25m ago

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Sderot Security Director Calls Haredi Public a Greater Threat Than Palestinian State

1 sources · 17m ago

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Security · 9 sources · 2h ago

First Haredi Officers Graduate Hasmonean Brigade's Officer Course

Weather · 16 sources · 33m ago

Magnitude 3.4 Earthquake Felt Across Israel's Arava Region

General · 10 sources · 1h ago

Israel Shifts to Standard Time This Weekend

Security · 9 sources · 2h ago

Israeli Special Forces Arrest Islamic Jihad Operative Posing as Taxi Driver in Bethlehem

Security · 6 sources · 4h ago

IDF and Shin Bet Eliminate Senior Hamas Security Official in Gaza

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France's Foreign Ministry Clashes With Minister Ben-Gvir Over AI Election Video

France's Foreign Ministry publicly condemned Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir for an AI-generated video depicting a Palestinian's magical transfer to Paris. The ministry also noted Ben-Gvir's entry ban to France. Ben-Gvir retorted by linking France's policies to its internal unrest. Several Western countries, including France, have banned Ben-Gvir from entering their territories.

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IDF Kills Hamas Operative Who Planned Deadly Tank Attack

The IDF and Shin Bet eliminated Hamas operative Musa Abd Muhammad Hamuda in an airstrike near Gaza City for his role in planning a deadly attack on September 8, 2025. The attack killed four Israeli tank crew members and was carried out by the 215th Fire Brigade. Hamuda was also involved in ongoing terrorist activities and rebuilding Hamas's capabilities. The strike was intended to neutralize an immediate threat, and forces will continue operations in the area.

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Israel Faces Soaring Bread Prices as Wheat Suppliers Dwindle

Israel Faces Soaring Bread Prices as Wheat Suppliers Dwindle

Israel is facing a 10-15% increase in flour and bread prices starting November 1st due to Black Sea logistical disruptions and attacks on shipping. Russia, previously a key wheat supplier, has seen its exports to Israel impacted, forcing Israeli companies to turn to more expensive European sources. Domestic wheat prices and kashrut certification issues also contribute to the rising costs.

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Channel 14 Poll Editor Questions 'Paris or Palestine?' Amid French Unrest

Shlomo Filber, editor of Channel 14's mandate polls, posted a controversial question on social media asking "Is this Paris or Palestine?" amid widespread protests in France. The unrest, initially sparked by student grievances, has escalated into broader demonstrations against the cost of living, with some including Palestinian flags. French authorities have implemented curfews and movement restrictions to quell the riots. Filber was also involved in a separate dispute over the methodology of Israeli opinion polls conducted by Next Data.

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AI Giants Anthropic, OpenAI, SpaceX Enter Israeli Market Directly

AI leaders Anthropic, OpenAI, and SpaceX are expanding their direct presence in Israel, seeking contracts with major Israeli organizations. OpenAI has hired local management and partnered with CloudZone, Abra, and AllCloud, while Anthropic is also working with these firms. SpaceX is promoting its software tools through its partner E-Square, a division of Malam Tim. These companies previously offered remote access but now aim for direct engagement with sectors like finance, health, government, and defense.

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Jerusalem Inaugurates New Special Education Facility for 'P'tchiya' Network

Jerusalem Inaugurates New Special Education Facility for 'P'tchiya' Network

Jerusalem inaugurated a new facility for the "P'tchiya" network's special education Talmud Torah "P'tchiya Olami." The opening ceremony was attended by religious leaders, city officials, and the network's founders and staff. The new building aims to provide an optimal learning environment, featuring a dedicated synagogue to help students integrate into community life. Dignitaries affixed mezuzahs to the new structure.

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