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The Desk10:00 bulletinTwo Injured in Jerusalem Vehicle Explosion, Police Suspect Criminal Motive1:03
Bar Ilan University Math Lecturer Indicted for Planning Mass Terror Attacks on Arabs
Security · 30 outlets · 17m ago

Bar Ilan University Math Lecturer Indicted for Planning Mass Terror Attacks on Arabs

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Security

Ultra-Orthodox Block Police Arrest of Draft Dodger in Modiin

Ultra-Orthodox Block Police Arrest of Draft Dodger in Modiin
18 sources · 15m ago7

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Three Daycare Workers Arrested in Ra'anana on Suspicion of Toddler Abuse

Three Daycare Workers Arrested in Ra'anana on Suspicion of Toddler Abuse
22 sources · 44m ago

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Israel on High Alert Ahead of October 7 Anniversary, Warns of Hamas Provocations

Israel on High Alert Ahead of October 7 Anniversary, Warns of Hamas Provocations
16 sources · 33m ago

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Israeli Journalist Hadas Steif Ordered to Pay NIS 600,000 in Privacy Lawsuit

Israeli Journalist Hadas Steif Ordered to Pay NIS 600,000 in Privacy Lawsuit
18 sources · 21m ago2

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Two Injured in Jerusalem Vehicle Explosion, Police Suspect Criminal Motive

Two Injured in Jerusalem Vehicle Explosion, Police Suspect Criminal Motive
29 sources · 24m ago10

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Poll Shows Israeli Coalition Falling Short of Majority

Poll Shows Israeli Coalition Falling Short of Majority
7 sources · 25m ago

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British Envoy Fails to Prevent East Jerusalem Consulate Closure Amid Diplomatic Crisis

British Envoy Fails to Prevent East Jerusalem Consulate Closure Amid Diplomatic Crisis
7 sources · 20m ago

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Dozens of Chinese Nationals Caught Using Fake Japanese Passports at Jordan Border

Dozens of Chinese Nationals Caught Using Fake Japanese Passports at Jordan Border
3 sources · 26m ago

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Security · 13 sources · 3h ago

US Flew Bombers Out of UK Base Amid Iran Drone Attack Fears

Security · 6 sources · 1h ago

Police Trapped by Violent Riot in Modiin During Deserter Arrest Attempt

Culture · 16 sources · 1h ago

Israeli Actor and Artist Rights Advocate Ili Gurlitzky Dies at 91

Politics · 11 sources · 5h ago

Top Lithuanian Ultra-Orthodox Rabbi Criticizes Religious Zionism and Israel's Existence

Politics · 18 sources · 8h ago

Israel Warns of Retaliation as UK Considers Expelling Diplomats

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Bennett Proposes 'Deri Law' Barring Draft Dodgers from War Cabinet

Bennett Proposes 'Deri Law' Barring Draft Dodgers from War Cabinet

Former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett proposed the 'Deri Law' to prevent draft dodgers from serving in the War Cabinet, citing strategic security risks. The law, ironically named after Shas chairman Aryeh Deri who did serve in the IDF, aims to enforce mandatory conscription and cut state funding for those who evade military service.

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Man Dies in Haifa After Police Use Taser During Arrest

Man Dies in Haifa After Police Use Taser During Arrest

A man died in Haifa after police used a taser on him during an arrest for disturbing public order. The incident is under review by authorities.

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Israel to Consider Ending Structural Separation for Bezeq and yes

Israel to Consider Ending Structural Separation for Bezeq and yes

Israel's Ministry of Communications will hold a public hearing next week on potentially ending the structural separation between Bezeq and yes. The move, supported by market estimates and industry leaders, aims to streamline services and offer tax benefits, though concerns about market dominance remain. A final decision is not expected before 2027.

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World

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Israel to Hold Ceremony Connecting Holocaust Remembrance with October 7 Victims

Israel to Hold Ceremony Connecting Holocaust Remembrance with October 7 Victims

An Israeli association is holding a memorial ceremony in Haifa to connect the memory of the Holocaust with the victims of the October 7th attacks and fallen soldiers. The event includes a photography exhibition and museum tours, aiming to foster a shared sense of remembrance and support.

Maariv16

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Israel Ranks Among Global Gaming Powerhouses With $10 Billion Industry

A GamesBeat and Xsolla report ranks Israel among global gaming leaders, with its industry generating an estimated $10 billion annually. The report highlights Israel's innovation, over 140 companies, and expertise in monetization and user acquisition, with potential for continued growth.

The Jerusalem Post

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Givataim to Hold Central Remembrance Ceremony for October 7

Givatayim is holding a week of events to mark the anniversary of the October 7th attacks, culminating in a central remembrance ceremony on October 7, 2026. The municipality is engaging students and residents in educational activities and memorial observances.

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