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Israel Demands UK Close Jerusalem Consulate Challenging Sovereignty

Israel's Foreign Minister Gideon Saar has ordered the closure of the British Consulate in Jerusalem, which operates independently and does not recognize Israeli sovereignty over t…

Politics5h ago·18 outlets

Israel Warns of Retaliation as UK Considers Expelling Diplomats

Britain is considering expelling 27 Israeli diplomats in response to Israel's planned closure of its consulate in East Jerusalem. Israel has warned of retaliation for any such mov…

Security7h ago·3 outlets

Shin Bet Chief Threatens Administrative Detention for Violent Settlers

Shin Bet chief David Zini warned he may reinstate administrative detention for violent Jewish extremists in the West Bank following a heated exchange with Minister Orit Strock. Th…

Culture8h ago

Israeli Entertainment Group Invests Millions in Short-Form Content Revolution

Assaf Rappaport's "Israel Entertainment" group is investing millions in short-form content and micro-dramas, launching new series and expanding its digital presence. This follows…

Security9h ago

Shin Bet Chief Threatens Return of Administrative Detention for Jewish Extremists

Shin Bet chief David Zini has threatened to reinstate administrative detention for Jewish extremists if violence against Palestinians in the West Bank continues unabated. The meas…

Politics10h ago4·2 outlets

European Greens Denounce UK Party's 'Zionism is Racism' Resolution

The European Green Party disavowed a resolution by the Green Party of England and Wales that labeled Zionism as racism. The European body supports a two-state solution and self-de…

Politics11h ago

Samoa's Prime Minister Apologizes for 2007 'Heil Hitler' Video

Samoa's Prime Minister apologized for a 2007 video showing her making a Nazi salute and saying "Heil Hitler." She called the gesture inappropriate and hurtful, while reaffirming h…

Politics11h ago·4 outlets

UK National Security Advisor Secretly Visited Israel Over Consulate Closure

A senior British national security advisor, Jonathan Powell, secretly visited Israel to prevent the closure of the British consulate in East Jerusalem. The consulate's closure is…

World12h ago

Survivors Share Harrowing Accounts of October 7th in New Archive

The "Edut 710" project has archived over 2,400 video testimonies from October 7th survivors, detailing their experiences. These personal accounts are being preserved for future ge…

Security14h ago·2 outlets

Argentine President's Threats Impact Falklands Oil Project, Contractors Depart

Two contractors have left the Sea Lion oil project in the Falkland Islands due to threats of sanctions from Argentine President Javier Milei. Navitas Petroleum, the project's majo…

Politics14h ago·10 outlets

Israel Bars Green Party Leader After Antisemitic Resolution

Israel has banned Green Party leader Zak Polanski from entering the country after the party passed a resolution equating Zionism with racism. The Israeli Foreign Ministry called t…

Culture14h ago

Israeli Counter-Film 'NAZA: The Real Story' Garners Over 22 Million Views

An Israeli documentary titled "NAZA: The Real Story" has achieved over 22 million views in under a week, presented as a counter-narrative to the film "NAZA." The film features int…

Economy15h ago

Israeli Kosher Fast-Food Chain Zalman's Sold for $1.9 Million

The Israeli kosher fast-food chain Zalman's has been partially sold to Kamari Retail Group for 3.5 million shekels, valuing the company at 7 million shekels. The expansion plans a…

Culture15h ago

TV Host Guy Zu-Aretz Pens Heartfelt Tribute to Slain Nephew

TV presenter Guy Zu-Aretz posted a poignant tribute to his nephew Eli Baram, killed at the Nova festival, reflecting on his final moments and criticizing leadership. He detailed h…

Politics16h ago3·2 outlets

Spanish Opposition Leader Welcomes Snap Election

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has called for snap elections on November 29 after his minority government lost its parliamentary majority. Opposition leader Alberto Núñez Fe…

Politics17h ago

Former Director General Criticizes Political Appointments Amidst Ayalon Highways Chairman's Probe

Former Government Companies Authority Director General Uri Yogev criticized political appointments following the investigation and dismissal of Ayalon Highways Chairman Idan David…

Security17h ago

Christian Leaders Gather in Jerusalem for Oct. 7 Anniversary Summit

Over 1,000 Christian leaders and influencers from 117 countries are in Jerusalem for the Friends of Zion Ambassador Summit, marking the third anniversary of the October 7 attacks…

Health18h ago

Alona Saar Considers Switching Health Insurer Over Denied Test

Alona Saar is considering switching her Israeli health insurance provider due to frustration over the denial of a recommended AMH blood test for her endometriosis. After a month o…

Politics20h ago

Israeli Supreme Court Hears Appeals on Arab Candidates' Disqualification

The Israeli Supreme Court heard petitions regarding the disqualification of Arab candidates, ultimately upholding the ban on Sami Abu Shehadeh while rejecting others. The article…

Security22h ago

Attempted Hijacking of Flydubai Jet Won't Harm Abraham Accords, Says FM

Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar believes an attempted plane hijacking will not harm the Abraham Accords. He stated the incident was primarily aimed at Israelis but also targ…

Security1d ago

Israeli Woman Details Harrowing Ordeal After IDF Document Leak in Turkey

An Israeli woman with Turkish citizenship, Jessica Bachar, has detailed her detention in Turkey following the leak of an IDF document. After being targeted online and detained, sh…

Security1d ago

Women's Prayer Gathering Linked to October 7 'Miracle' at Kibbutz Nir Am

The "Bat Zion" women's prayer conferences, which included gatherings at Kibbutz Nir Am near Gaza, are being credited by co-founder Chaya Mizrachi with contributing to the kibbutz'…

Politics1d ago

Haaretz Columnist Criticizes Barring Arab Candidate, Cites Double Standards

Columnist Gideon Levy criticized the Israeli Supreme Court's decision to disqualify Arab politician Sami Abu Shehadeh from the Knesset elections, arguing it shows a decline in fre…

Politics1d ago5·6 outlets

UK Green Party Leader Barred From Israel Over 'Antisemitic' Resolution

Israel has banned UK Green Party Chairman Zack Polonsky from entering the country after the party passed a resolution labeling Zionism as racism. The Israeli Foreign Ministry deem…

Security1d ago·2 outlets

Billions in Lawsuit Filed Against Palestinian Authority Over October 7 Massacre

A lawsuit for 5.151 billion shekels has been filed in Jerusalem against the Palestinian Authority, PLO, and a PA minister, alleging their involvement in planning and funding the O…

Culture1d ago2·2 outlets

Channel 12 Reporter Slams Channel 14 Host Over Remarks on Oct. 7 Nova Party

Channel 14 host Yinon Magal's comments about a Buddha statue at the Nova festival on Simchat Torah have drawn sharp criticism from Channel 12 reporter Yaron Avraham. Magal's remar…

Politics1d ago5·5 outlets

UK Green Party Adopts Resolution Equating Zionism With Racism

The Green Party of England and Wales passed a resolution equating Zionism with racism and calling for a single Palestinian state, leading to Israel barring party leader Zack Polan…

Security1d ago2

Hijacker Planned to Crash Plane into Ben Airport

A struggle on board disrupted his plan, and an Israeli investigation team is involved in the interrogation.

Politics1d ago·2 outlets

Israel to Open Embassy in DR Congo as Kinshasa Moves Its Mission to Jerusalem

Israel is set to open an embassy in Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo. This coincides with the DRC's decision to move its embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusale…

Politics1d ago·5 outlets

Israel to Open Embassy in Congo as Kinshasa Moves Mission to Jerusalem

Israel will open an embassy in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, as the Congo plans to move its embassy to Jerusalem. Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar approved the move, ap…

Security1d ago

EU Tightens Sanctions on Israeli Settlers, Sparks Diplomatic Row with Netherlands

The European Union is increasing sanctions against Israeli settlers involved in violence, while the Netherlands has banned settlement product imports, leading to a diplomatic disp…

Culture1d ago

TV Personality Karin Gideon Shares Recipe for Crispy Cookies

Israeli TV personality Karin Gideon shared her recipe for crispy cookies. The recipe was published alongside a photo and is available on the Kipa app.

Security1d ago

Israel's Security Cabinet to Discuss International Arena, Flight Security

Israel's Security Cabinet will convene to discuss international threats and the attempted hijacking of a Flydubai flight. Prime Minister Netanyahu has ordered a review of foreign…

Economy1d ago

ONE Technologies Acquires Control of Defense Tech Firm Kubiya UX

ONE Technologies is acquiring a controlling stake in Kubiya UX, a defense technology firm specializing in user interfaces for complex systems. The acquisition aims to strengthen O…

Politics1d ago·1 outlets

Spain's Housing Crisis Sparks Mass Protests, Threatens Government

Spain is experiencing a severe housing crisis, marked by soaring rents and a shortage of homes, which has led to mass protests and a political crisis threatening Prime Minister Pe…

Politics1d ago

Legal Expert Criticizes Supreme Court's Handling of Candidate Disqualification

Law expert Adam Shnayer criticized the Supreme Court's decision in the Sami Abu Shehadeh disqualification case, calling the court's actions evasive. He suggested the court was div…

Politics1d ago

Likud Weighs Coalition Options Amid Shifting Right-Wing Support

As Israel's election nears, the Likud party is strategizing post-election coalition possibilities amid concerns about voter shifts towards the new People of Israel party. The oppo…

Politics2d ago

Women Lag Behind in Israeli Politics Despite Talent

Despite available talent, no women are leading major parties in Israel's upcoming Knesset elections. The article hopes for increased female representation in the next government…

Culture2d ago

New Memorial Sites Emerge in Southern Israel to Remember October 7 Victims

Three years after the October 7th attacks, new memorial sites have opened in southern Israel, including a coffee cart, a family winery, and a memorial plaza, all dedicated to reme…

World2d ago

New World Map Challenges Perceptions of Size and Geopolitics

A new world map projection called Equal Earth aims to correct the size distortions of the Mercator map, which makes polar regions appear larger than equatorial ones. African natio…

Politics2d ago

Minister Gideon Saar Continues Interviews on Channel 12 Amidst Coalition Boycott

Minister Gideon Saar continues to be interviewed by Channel 12, defying a coalition boycott initiated over the network's reporting on Unit 100 soldiers. Saar stated he is followin…

Security2d ago2

Ireland Soccer Team's Press Conference Cut Short After Israeli Journalists' Provocative Questions

The Republic of Ireland's football team cut short a press conference ahead of their match against Israel after Israeli journalists asked provocative questions about the Gaza war a…

Politics2d ago

Lapid Accused of Hypocrisy Over Double Standards in Appointments and Campaigning

Opposition leader Yair Lapid is criticized for hypocrisy, having previously approved diplomatic appointments close to an election and used military backdrops for campaign videos…

Security2d ago

Brother of Nova Victims Advocates for Bereaved Siblings

Yossi Rivlin, whose brothers were killed at the Nova festival, is highlighting the lack of state support for bereaved siblings. He founded an association to honor his brothers and…

World2d ago

Arab Media Downplays, Ignores Flydubai Incident Compared to Israeli Coverage

Arab media outlets in Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Oman, and Qatar have largely downplayed or ignored a recent incident on a Flydubai flight to Tel Aviv, in stark contrast to Israeli me…

Tech3d ago

Israeli Startup H2Pro Aims to Lower Green Hydrogen Costs in Europe

Israeli startup H2Pro is developing a new, more efficient method for producing green hydrogen, aiming to reduce costs and facilitate its adoption. The company is now pursuing larg…

Politics3d ago

Israel Courts Europe's Far-Right Amid Global Isolation

Israel is strengthening ties with Europe's far-right parties, seeking allies amidst growing international criticism over the Gaza war. This strategy aims to counter criticism from…

Economy3d ago

Nvidia Expands Israel Operations With New Campus, Hiring Thousands

Nvidia is building a major new campus in Kiryat Tivon, Israel, aiming to double its workforce to 10,000 employees. The company's Israeli operations are a significant contributor t…