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The Desk21:00 bulletinItaly Investigates Israeli Officials Over Gaza Flotilla Activist Abuse Claims1:30
Hamas Confirms 'Sinwar's Successor' Injured in Israeli Strike
Security · 15m ago

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

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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 · 54m 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
2 sources · 1h ago

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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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Settlers Attack Foreign Journalists During Palestinian Olive Harvest

Settlers Attack Foreign Journalists During Palestinian Olive Harvest
2 sources · 1h ago3

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Israeli-Mexican Dual National Known as "The Banker" Arrested in Colombia

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Arab Citizens Urged to Vote to Defend Rights and Dignity

Arab Citizens Urged to Vote to Defend Rights and Dignity
1h ago

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Norwegian Teen Jailed 20 Years in UK for Plotting Murder Linked to Iran

Norwegian Teen Jailed 20 Years in UK for Plotting Murder Linked to Iran
4 sources · 2h ago

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Italy Expands Probe Into Alleged Abuse of Gaza Aid Flotilla Activists

Italy Expands Probe Into Alleged Abuse of Gaza Aid Flotilla Activists
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Economy · 20 sources · 20h 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

Politics · 3 sources · 16h ago

Poll Shows Arab Parties at Record High, Coalition and Opposition Tied

Politics · 4 sources · 18h ago

Colombia Officially Withdraws from Anti-Israel Hague Group

Security · 8 sources · 1d ago

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

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IDF Strike Kills Hamas Commander Linked to October 7th Massacre

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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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Lapid Slams Netanyahu, Ben-Gvir Over Settler Violence Against Journalists

Lapid Slams Netanyahu, Ben-Gvir Over Settler Violence Against Journalists

Opposition Leader Yair Lapid blamed Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir for settler violence against journalists and olive harvesters on October 16. Washington Post journalist Heidi Levine was severely injured, requiring surgery for a broken rib and hand injury, after being attacked by masked settlers. Lapid called the incident a "disgrace" and "catastrophe" for Israel, vowing to end such violence. Israeli military forces were present but unable to prevent the continued assault.

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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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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.

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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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