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The Desk11:00 bulletinUK Renames Jerusalem Consulate to British Mission Amid Dispute1:15
Jerusalem Faction to Hold Large Protests Over Draft Dodger Arrests
Security · 14 outlets · 11m ago

Jerusalem Faction to Hold Large Protests Over Draft Dodger Arrests

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Ben-Gvir Slams Judiciary Over MK Cassif's Assault Conviction

Ben-Gvir Slams Judiciary Over MK Cassif's Assault Conviction
23 sources · 46m ago4

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First Iron Dome Interceptor Produced in US Completes Assembly

First Iron Dome Interceptor Produced in US Completes Assembly
11 sources · 30m ago

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Rabbi Yosef Criticizes Minister Ben Gvir Over Temple Mount Visits

Rabbi Yosef Criticizes Minister Ben Gvir Over Temple Mount Visits
6 sources · 15m ago

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UK Consulate in East Jerusalem Closes, 20 Diplomats to Leave Israel

UK Consulate in East Jerusalem Closes, 20 Diplomats to Leave Israel
14 sources · 1h ago

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UK Renames Jerusalem Consulate to British Mission Amid Dispute

UK Renames Jerusalem Consulate to British Mission Amid Dispute
19 sources · 1h ago

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Trump Weighs Limited Strike or Wider War Against Iran

Trump Weighs Limited Strike or Wider War Against Iran
6 sources · 38m ago

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Israel's Second Authority Opens Proceedings Against Broadcaster Yinon Magal

Israel's Second Authority Opens Proceedings Against Broadcaster Yinon Magal
9 sources · 27m ago2

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Israeli Professor Sentenced to 14 Years for Raping Nine Patients

Israeli Professor Sentenced to 14 Years for Raping Nine Patients
13 sources · 45m ago

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World · 19 sources · 2h ago

National Memorial for Oct. 7 Massacre Dominates Israeli TV Ratings

Security · 27 sources · 11h ago

Academic's Terror Plot Echoes Past Jewish Extremists

Security · 26 sources · 12h ago

Hezbollah Received $200 Million From Iran for Displaced Lebanese

Security · 22 sources · 13h ago

Israeli Transport Ministry Officials Under Investigation for Conflict of Interest

Sports · 6 sources · 1h ago

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Netanyahu and Smotrich Launch Joint Plan to Boost Right-Wing Voter Turnout

Netanyahu and Smotrich Launch Joint Plan to Boost Right-Wing Voter Turnout

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich launched a joint program to increase right-wing voter turnout, aiming to secure an estimated five Knesset seats. National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir will not be involved in the initiative, which is described as too political. The plan seeks to mobilize potential voters for the upcoming elections.

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Israeli-American Charged With Wire Fraud for Paying Hackers

Israeli-American Charged With Wire Fraud for Paying Hackers

US-Israeli national Zohar Pinhasi was charged with wire fraud in New York for allegedly operating a cybersecurity company that defrauded clients. Pinhasi claimed to decrypt ransomware-infected data but instead paid hackers directly, charging clients millions. He collected over $19 million and paid hackers more than $8 million. Pinhasi faces up to 20 years in prison per charge if convicted.

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Tel Aviv Stock Exchange Explores Acquisition of Cyprus Exchange

Tel Aviv Stock Exchange Explores Acquisition of Cyprus Exchange

The Tel Aviv Stock Exchange (TASE) is exploring the acquisition of the privatizing Cyprus Stock Exchange (CSE) for tens of millions of euros. This potential overseas expansion aligns with TASE's strategic growth plan targeting 15-18% annual revenue growth. TASE aims to replicate its domestic success, which saw its valuation soar to 12 billion shekels since its 2019 IPO. The CSE's privatization process is underway, with Euronext also reportedly interested.

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World

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UAE Revokes Landing Permits, Canceling Israeli Repatriation Flights From Dubai

UAE Revokes Landing Permits, Canceling Israeli Repatriation Flights From Dubai

Israeli repatriation flights from Dubai to Tel Aviv were canceled after the UAE revoked landing permits for Israeli carriers on Wednesday. Arkia, El Al, and Israir canceled their flights, impacting thousands of Israelis stranded following a security incident involving flydubai. Special repatriation flights had been operating since Friday, with over 7,400 passengers returning, while Etihad Airways increased services from Abu Dhabi to assist.

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Tech

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Technion Researchers Develop Novel Method for Green Hydrogen and Epoxide Production

Technion researchers have developed a new, membrane-free method to produce green hydrogen and epoxide simultaneously with 98% efficiency. Led by Professors Avner Rothschild and Dr. Gwilliam Rowan, the innovation aims to reduce the cost of green hydrogen, a key future energy source. The technology, which has a patent pending in the US, could significantly impact industries seeking to reduce carbon emissions. The research was supported by the European Research Council.

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Culture

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US Jewish Community Deepens Ties to Judaism Post-Oct. 7

US Jewish Community Deepens Ties to Judaism Post-Oct. 7

A survey of 3,000 American Jews by the Jewish Federations of North America found that 38% have increased their engagement with Jewish life and their connection to Judaism since the October 7th Hamas attack. The study also revealed heightened concerns about antisemitism and a stronger emotional bond with Israel among this group. This trend of increased Jewish engagement is reportedly accelerating, with Jewish institutions working to meet the growing needs of the community.

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