Thursday, July 9
Seven stories that matter in Israel right now, each one compared across the newsrooms that covered it.
Today, the Bank of Israel cut interest rates and predicted further reductions, while political and security concerns dominated headlines. Key legal and military developments also unfolded.
- 1Bank of Israel Lowers Interest Rate, Predicts Two More Cuts by Mid-2024
The Bank of Israel lowered interest rates to 3.5% and anticipates two more cuts by mid-2024, citing easing inflation and a strong currency.
- 2Israel Pushes to Block US F-35 Sale to Turkey Citing Regional Security Concerns
Israel is lobbying the US Congress to block the sale of F-35 jets to Turkey, with Prime Minister Netanyahu warning of regional security risks.
- 3Jerusalem Court Judges Recommend Dropping Bribery Charge Against Netanyahu in Case 4000
Jerusalem District Court judges have again recommended dropping the bribery charge against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Case 4000.
- 4Golani Commander David Hazut Killed in South Lebanon Clash with Hezbollah
Captain David Hazut, a Golani Brigade commander, was killed in a clash with Hezbollah in southern Lebanon, with his mother mourning his loss.
- 5Israeli Parliament Approves Basic Law on Torah Study Amid Fierce Political Backlash
The Israeli Knesset passed a Basic Law on Torah Study, protecting Torah students from military service exemptions, sparking significant political backlash.
- 6Israeli Supreme Court Rules State Comptroller Exceeded Authority in October 7 Massacre Investigation
The Israeli Supreme Court ruled that State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman exceeded his authority in audits related to the October 7 massacre and must halt them.
- 7Oudi Rekhnati Family Takes Control of Maccabi Tel Aviv Basketball Club
The Rekhnati family has taken majority control of Maccabi Tel Aviv basketball club, acquiring the Federman family's shares for $50 million.