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Netanyahu's Political Strategy: Targeting New York Mayor Mamdani

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has made New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani a central figure in his election campaign, accusing him of antisemitism and supporting Hamas. This…

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Netanyahu and Smotrich Forge Alliance, Worrying Ben-Gvir

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Bezalel Smotrich are launching a joint field operation to boost right-wing voter turnout, a move that has reportedly concerned Itamar Ben-Gvi…

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Netanyahu and Smotrich Launch Initiative to Boost Right-Wing Voter Turnout

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Minister Bezalel Smotrich are launching "Saving the Right," an initiative to increase right-wing voter turnout using thousands of activists…

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TV Hosts Clash Over Netanyahu's Responsibility for October 7

On Channel 14, hosts Shimon Riklin and Dana Varon clashed over Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's responsibility for the October 7th attacks. Varon, who experienced the attacks f…

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Yinon Magal's Controversial Remarks Spark Outrage, But Little Action Expected

Yinon Magal, a host on Channel 14 and 103 FM, is facing backlash for calling signatories of a book critical of Prime Minister Netanyahu, including hostage survivors and bereaved f…

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Turkey Analyzes Israel's Growing Regional Strength, Fears Shift in Power Balance

Turkey is analyzing Israel's growing regional power and fears a shift in the balance of power, with concerns persisting even after a change in Israeli leadership. Ankara has taken…

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Couple Who Survived Hamas Attack on Simchat Torah Embark on Educational Mission to Mexico

Michal and Rabbi Omri Alon, who survived a Hamas attack at the Zikim base on Simchat Torah three years ago, are now embarking on an educational mission to Mexico. The couple, who…

Security1h ago

Hamas: Oct. 7 Attacks Not Start of Conflict, Seeks Prosecution of Netanyahu

Hamas declared that the October 7th attacks were not the start of the conflict but a response to decades of Israeli actions. The group accused Israel of a "silent genocide" and re…

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Debate on Mizrahi Identity and Power in Israel

A debate between Dr. Avishai Ben-Chaim and lawyer Barak Cohen exposed deep divisions within the Mizrahi community regarding political power and identity in Israel. Cohen argued th…

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Bibas Accuses Magal of Acting as Netanyahu's Messenger

Ofri Bibas, sister of hostage survivor Yarden Bibas, accused commentator Yinon Magal of acting as a messenger for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Bibas stated on 103FM radio th…

Politics1h ago

Israel Was Close to Appointing Ultra-Orthodox Judge to Supreme Court

Yosef Weitzman, Deputy Head of the Israel Bar Association, revealed that Israel's Supreme Court was close to appointing an ultra-Orthodox judge six years ago. The initiative, supp…

Security1h ago

Israeli Forces Demolish Home of Terrorist Who Murdered Natanel Shukron

Israeli forces demolished the home of terrorist Qadri Samara in Biddo, near Giv'at Ze'ev, for murdering Natanel Shukron. The demolition occurred on the eve of Yom Kippur 5787, nea…

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TV Host Yinon Magal Apologizes for Remarks About Hostage Families

Israeli TV host and radio broadcaster Yinon Magal apologized for remarks he made about hostage families and others involved in a protest book. Magal, a supporter of Prime Minister…

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Israel's State Comptroller Election Faces December Delay Amidst Legal Battles

A petition to Israel's High Court of Justice may push the election of the State Comptroller to December, as the Knesset may not convene before the October 27th elections. Petition…

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Israeli Leaders Mark Oct. 7 Anniversary With Calls to Dismantle PA, Criticize Government

On the third anniversary of the October 7 Massacre, National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir called for the dismantling of the Palestinian Authority. Former IDF chief Gadi Eisen…

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October 7th War Room Operations Revealed After 36 Minutes

An Operations Directorate investigation reveals the initial chaos within the Kirya's war room on October 7th, with the General Staff operating in a "complete blind spot" for hours…

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Pro-Palestinian Groups Plan Global Rallies to Celebrate Oct. 7 Attack Anniversary

Pro-Palestinian organizations are organizing global rallies to commemorate the anniversary of the October 7th Hamas attack, intending to celebrate "resistance." Hundreds of events…

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India's Shift From Palestinian Advocate to Close Israeli Partner

India's foreign policy has shifted dramatically from advocating for Palestinian rights to becoming a close strategic partner with Israel since diplomatic ties were established in…

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Grieving Mother Calls for Leadership Accountability Ahead of Elections

Michal Negri, whose son died fighting Hamas on October 7, is calling for Israeli political leaders to take responsibility for the day's failures. Now a Knesset candidate with Naft…

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Journalist Ilana Dayan Criticizes Netanyahu, Cites Leadership Failures

Journalist Ilana Dayan criticized Israeli leadership, particularly Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, for returning to pre-October 7th patterns and failing to prevent subsequent e…

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Israeli Settlers Threaten Military Commander, Shin Bet Chief After Outpost Evacuations

Settlers set fire to a vehicle and spray-painted threats against senior Israeli security officials, including Central Command chief Avi Blott and Shin Bet head David Zini, in the…

Security2h ago·1 outlets

Flydubai Faces Trust Crisis After Pilot's Hijacking Attempt

Flydubai is facing a significant trust crisis after an Omani co-pilot attempted to hijack a flight, an incident that occurred amidst record growth and profits. The airline, a cruc…

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IDF Demolishes Terrorist Homes and Memorials in West Bank Raids

Israeli forces launched a major counter-terrorism operation in Nablus overnight, demolishing memorials to terrorists and arresting suspects. The operation, occurring three years a…

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Channel 12 Anchor Receives Hate Message from Netanyahu's Top Advisor

Channel 12 anchor Gideon Oko reported receiving a hateful message from a top advisor to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during a live broadcast discussing responsibility for the…

Culture3h ago

Nova Festival Victims' Family Recipes Preserve Memories

A project by the Nova Community Tribe Association is honoring victims of the October 7th Nova festival massacre by sharing their cherished family recipes. The initiative aims to p…

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Netanyahu Orders Plan for French Immigration Amid Unrest

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has ordered the preparation of a plan to absorb potential immigrants from France due to ongoing riots there. The plan is being developed by the M…

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Israel Must Confront Islam's Hate, Not Just Netanyahu's Failures

A Ynet columnist asserted that the core lesson from the October 7 attacks is the "murderous hatred of Islam towards Jews," rather than solely focusing on political failures. He de…

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Israel's Regional Standing Improved, But Core Failures Remain Unaddressed

Three years after the October 7th attacks, Israel has improved its regional military standing against adversaries like Iran and Hezbollah, according to analyst Avi Ashkenazi. Howe…

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Ex-Netanyahu Aide Calls on PM to Resign for Israel's Future

A former senior official in the Prime Minister's Office, Edna Halvani, has publicly called for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to resign. Halvani, who served for 50 years, cited…

Security4h ago

Bereaved Families Demand State Inquiry Commission Three Years After October 7

Three years after the October 7 massacre, the "October Council," representing bereaved families, is demanding an independent state inquiry commission into failures that preceded t…

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Two Detained During Protests Outside PM Netanyahu's Caesarea Residence

Two people were detained outside Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's home in Caesarea during protests marking three years since October 7. The detentions occurred amid demonstrati…

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Vehicles Torched, Threats Scrawled in West Bank; Suspects Detained

Vehicles were torched and graffiti with threats against the head of the Shin Bet was found in the West Bank overnight. Police arrested an 18-year-old Jerusalem resident, and the I…

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Satellite Images Show Iran Repairing Nuclear Weapons Development Site Hit by Israel

Satellite images reveal Iran is repairing a nuclear weapons development complex in northeastern Tehran that was attacked by Israel in March 2026. The images show renewed activity…

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Ex-IDF Chief Eisenkot Defends Joining Netanyahu Government Post-Oct. 7

Gadi Eisenkot, chairman of Yisrael Beiteinu and former IDF Chief of Staff, defended his decision to join Prime Minister Netanyahu's government after the October 7th attacks, citin…

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Netanyahu and Smotrich to Hold Election Preparedness Conference with Religious Zionist Rabbis, Ben-Gvir Excluded

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich will host an election preparedness conference for Religious Zionist rabbis in Jerusalem on Thursday. The ev…

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Israeli Analysts Debate Missed Opportunities and Lessons Since October 7

Israeli analysts are examining strategic decisions made since the October 7th attacks, questioning missed opportunities like a proposed preemptive strike on Hezbollah in October 2…

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Singer Eyal Golan at Center of Two Controversial Events Amid Election Campaign

Singer Eyal Golan is involved in two separate events drawing criticism amid Israel's election campaign. Police are marketing his participation in a show to officers while he is un…

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Netanyahu's Ex-Military Secretary Speaks Out on October 7th

Avi Gil, former Military Secretary to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, is speaking out for the first time about the October 7th Hamas attack. He updated Netanyahu on the assault…

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Israel Faces Difficult Questions on October 7 Failures

Israel faces significant challenges in establishing a state commission of inquiry into the October 7th Hamas attack, including societal polarization and lengthy investigation time…

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Egypt's Internal Stability Poses Strategic Risk to Israel Post-October 7

The U.S. decision to waive human rights conditions on military aid to Egypt highlights Israel's strategic dilemma regarding its neighbor's internal stability. The October 7 attack…

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Netanyahu's Strategy Against Winther Ahead of 2026 Elections

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is employing an aggressive campaign against political figure Ofer Winther, aiming to eliminate him before the 2026 elections. A video of Winther'…

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Israel Seeks New Security Measures After Dubai Flight Incident

Israel is proposing a "flight visa" system and enhanced security checks for all air passengers following an incident on a Flydubai flight. Minister Miri Regev is leading efforts t…

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Berkovich Declares Loss if No Change Post-October 7th

Radio host Eyal Berkovich stated that if upcoming elections do not result in a decisive victory and significant change, he considers it a loss, even questioning his own intelligen…

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Netanyahu's Circle Blamed for Blaming Victims of Oct. 7

Columnist Ben Caspit criticizes those around Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu who reportedly believe October 7th victims should apologize to the PM. Caspit argues that if Israel…

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Israel's Strategic Position Improved Post-Oct 7, But Lessons Unlearned

Israel has improved its strategic standing in the Middle East nearly three years after the October 7th attacks, but has failed to learn from its mistakes. The country has degraded…

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Netanyahu Accused of Lying About Gaza War to Avoid Hostage Deal

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is accused of lying about international pressure to avoid a comprehensive hostage deal, opting instead for partial agreements. U.S. President Don…

Economy6h ago

Israel's Economy Shows Resilience Amidst War, But Future Challenges Loom

Israel's economy has shown resilience during the ongoing war, supported by government stimulus and a strong high-tech sector, with key indicators like the stock market and shekel…

Politics7h ago

Veteran Israeli Journalist Considers Quitting Over Netanyahu's Potential Election Win

Israeli journalist Sima Kadmon is contemplating leaving her job at Yedioth Ahronoth due to frustration with her perceived inability to influence public opinion. She stated that an…