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The Desk17:00 bulletinIsrael Honors Oct. 7 Victims and Rescuers at Mount Herzl Ceremony1:30
Bar-Ilan University Teacher Indicted for Plotting Mass Attacks on Arab Israelis
Security · 29 outlets · 1h ago

Bar-Ilan University Teacher Indicted for Plotting Mass Attacks on Arab Israelis

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Security

Bereaved Father Confronts Netanyahu at Memorial Ceremony Over Son's Death

Bereaved Father Confronts Netanyahu at Memorial Ceremony Over Son's Death
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IDF Soldiers Apprehend Suspects in Southern Syria Following Two Incidents

IDF Soldiers Apprehend Suspects in Southern Syria Following Two Incidents
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Flydubai Co-Pilot May Face Death Penalty in UAE for Alleged Israel Attack Plot

Flydubai Co-Pilot May Face Death Penalty in UAE for Alleged Israel Attack Plot
13 sources · 1h ago

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Israel Honors Oct. 7 Victims and Rescuers at Mount Herzl Ceremony

Israel Honors Oct. 7 Victims and Rescuers at Mount Herzl Ceremony
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IDF Soldiers Shoot Two Suspects Approaching Syrian Military Post

IDF Soldiers Shoot Two Suspects Approaching Syrian Military Post
6 sources · 11m ago

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Israel Holds National Memorial Day for October 7 Victims

Israel Holds National Memorial Day for October 7 Victims
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Strategic Advisor Roni Rimon: Netanyahu Right to Refuse Debate

Strategic Advisor Roni Rimon: Netanyahu Right to Refuse Debate
9 sources · 38m ago

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Ili Gorlitzky, Pillar of Israeli Stage and Artist Rights Advocate, Dies at 91

Ili Gorlitzky, Pillar of Israeli Stage and Artist Rights Advocate, Dies at 91
14 sources · 26m ago

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Security · 18 sources · 58m ago

Court Awards Damages in Efi Wife Phone Hacking Case, But Key Questions Remain

Security · 14 sources · 3h ago

Jerusalem Man Charged With Brutal Murder, Transporting Victim's Body

Security · 12 sources · 2h ago

US Evacuates B-1 Bombers From UK Amid Threat

Security · 6 sources · 3h ago

Netanyahu Vows to Prevent Hamas Rule in Gaza

Security · 21 sources · 5h ago

Raanana Daycare Staff Arrested Amid Child Abuse Allegations

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UK Green Party Labels Zionism Racist Ideology

UK Green Party Labels Zionism Racist Ideology

The British Green Party has passed a resolution labeling Zionism a racist ideology, sparking debate and varied reactions. The decision reflects internal party shifts and a growing membership, with supporters citing the impracticality of the two-state solution and opponents questioning the party's stance on Palestinian statehood.

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Israel Eliminates 4,000 Hamas Militants From October 7th Attack, Hunt Continues

Israel Eliminates 4,000 Hamas Militants From October 7th Attack, Hunt Continues

Israel has eliminated about 4,000 militants from the October 7th attack, with approximately 2,000 still considered active. The Shin Bet head warned of Hamas planning attacks around the upcoming elections. Prime Minister Netanyahu vowed to continue pursuing attackers and stated Hamas will not rule Gaza.

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Netta Lipschitz Construction Company Seeks Insolvency Protection

Netta Lipschitz Construction Company Seeks Insolvency Protection

Israeli construction firm Netta Lipschitz is seeking insolvency protection to rehabilitate its business, citing 108 million shekels in debts exacerbated by the "Swords of Iron" war. The company aims to continue operations under a trustee to complete its active project and fulfill obligations, rather than face liquidation.

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Sister Remembers Fallen Soldier Guy Shabtay, Two Years On

Merav Sham Tov, sister of fallen soldier Guy Shabtay, shared her enduring grief and commitment to memorializing her brother nearly two years after his death. Shabtay, a former footballer who later became religious, was killed in action after seeking to serve as a combat soldier in reserve duty.

Arutz Sheva

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Israeli App CARMA Rewards Safe Driving With Discounts

Israeli students have developed CARMA, an app that rewards safe driving by tracking behavior via smartphone sensors and offering redeemable points for discounts. The app achieved 89% accuracy in tests and also provides a platform for businesses to manage rewards and reach new customers.

Israel Hayom

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Channel 13 Owner Meets With Top Channel 12 Commentator

Channel 13's new owner, Asaf Rappaport, has reportedly met with Channel 12 political commentator Amit Segal to explore a potential move. Segal is widely expected to remain at Channel 12.

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