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Brazil Presidential Election Heads to Runoff Between Lula and Bolsonaro's Son

Brazil's presidential election is heading to a runoff on October 25 between incumbent President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Flávio Bolsonaro, son of former President Jair Bolson…

Security22m ago

Baghdad Suspects Israel in Strikes on Weapons Depots

Baghdad authorities suspect Israel of striking two weapons depots last week, destroying Chinese-made anti-aircraft missiles recently delivered from Iran. The sites were used by Ir…

Economy26m ago

Israel Considers New Taxes to Boost State Revenue Amid War Costs

Israel's Ministry of Finance is considering new taxes to increase state revenue due to rising war-related expenses and public debt. Proposed changes could affect employee income…

Culture42m ago

Man Recounts Emotional Return to Kfar Etzion After Decades

Yochanan Ben-Yaakov described his emotional return to Kfar Etzion, a settlement he left as a child, as part of a heritage project. His memories were based on stories and photos, m…

Economy45m ago

Israeli Housing Prices Decline, Transactions Slow Amid Market Freeze

Israeli housing prices have begun to fall, with the Central Bureau of Statistics reporting a 0.6% decrease in July-August and a 1.8% annual drop. The market is experiencing a deep…

Politics56m ago

Netanyahu Discusses Economy, Crypto, and National Strategy in Interview

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu discussed his economic policies in an interview, vowing not to raise taxes and to foster growth through free market principles and reduced regula…

General1h ago·5 outlets

Israel Switches to Winter Time, Clocks Turned Back One Hour

Israel officially switched to winter time on Sunday, October 24, 2026, by turning clocks back one hour. The change, which occurred at 2 AM, will remain in effect until March 26, 2…

Politics1h ago

Israel to Miss International Exams Following Education Minister's Order

Education Minister Yoav Kisch's directive to halt cooperation with the National Institute for Testing and Evaluation in Education (NITE) will prevent Israel's participation in int…

Security1h ago

Israeli Real Estate Figures Linked to Hadassah's Cyprus Venture

An investigation revealed Israeli businessmen Eli Israeli and David Alster are leading the Hadassah Healthcare Park project in Nicosia, Cyprus, contradicting Hadassah Medical Cent…

Economy1h ago

US Investment Giants State Street, First Trust Eye Israeli ETF Market

US investment firms State Street and First Trust are set to enter Israel's ETF market, increasing competition for foreign players like BlackRock and Invesco. Invesco's representat…

Security1h ago

PFAS Contamination Spreads to Previously Unsuspected Areas at Tel Aviv's Sde Dov Site

PFAS chemical contamination has been discovered in previously unsuspected areas at Tel Aviv's Sde Dov site, according to soil surveys. The Ministry of Environmental Protection con…

Politics1h ago

Education Minister's Decision Jeopardizes Israel's Participation in International Tests

Israel's participation in the international TIMSS academic tests is jeopardized by Education Minister Yoav Kisch's decision to cut ties with the National Authority for Measurement…

Economy1h ago

Tel Aviv Housing Market Sees Price Cuts Amidst Buyer Exodus

The Tel Aviv housing market is experiencing a significant downturn, with second-hand apartment sales dropping by 30% and prices being cut, according to a Ministry of Finance repor…

Economy2h ago

Insurance Agents Head Defends Commission Model, Cites Public Savvy

Moshik Ben Porat, President of the Insurance Agents Association, is defending the current commission-based remuneration model for insurance agents against regulatory pressure. He…

Economy2h ago

Luxury Apartment Rentals in Israel Reach Over 100,000 Shekels Monthly

The Israeli luxury rental market is seeing unprecedented demand, with monthly rents for high-end apartments and villas exceeding 100,000 shekels. Properties in Tel Aviv, Jerusalem…

Politics8h ago

Egypt, Turkey, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Europe Call for Two-State Solution, Secure Navigation

Foreign ministers from Egypt, Turkey, Pakistan, and Saudi Arabia met in Istanbul to discuss regional issues, calling for a two-state solution and condemning Houthi escalation. The…

Security8h ago·2 outlets

Israel to Establish New Settlements and Farms in Hebron Hills After Deadly Attack

Following a deadly attack that killed two IDF soldiers, the Hebron Regional Council announced plans to establish two new community settlements and six agricultural farms in the He…

Health9h ago

Israel Launches National Trial of Psychedelic Drugs for PTSD

Israel's Ministry of Health is launching a national clinical trial using MDMA and psilocybin to treat hundreds of PTSD patients who have exhausted conventional therapies. The thre…

Politics9h ago

Egypt Denies Favoring Cyprus, Greece, Israel Over Libya-Turkey Deal

Egypt's Foreign Ministry rejected a Libya-Turkey maritime deal, citing direct national interests and denying it was a favor to Cyprus, Greece, or Israel. Spokesperson Nader Zaki c…

Security9h ago

State's Witness Filber Recounts Moment He Agreed to Deal

Shlomo Filber, a former Israeli official and state's witness in Case 4000, revealed that seeing his young daughter's fearful expression during his investigation was the moment he…

Security9h ago

Iran Threatens Undersea Cable Attacks If War Resumes With US, Israel

Iran has reportedly devised plans to attack undersea communication cables in the Gulf if the US and Israel launch renewed military strikes, aiming to prolong disruptions. Two anon…

Security10h ago·2 outlets

Flydubai Passengers Select Law Firm for Multi-Million Dollar Lawsuit

Passengers from a Flydubai flight have selected the law firm Nashitz Brandes Amir to represent them in lawsuits against the airline and Israeli authorities. The claims, expected t…

Security10h ago7·2 outlets

Israel Expresses Condolences to Jordan Over Karak Church Attack Victims

Israel's Ministry of Foreign Affairs offered condolences to Jordan and the families of victims of an armed attack on a church in Karak. The ministry expressed solidarity with Jord…

Security10h ago

Iraq Suspects Israel Behind Strikes on Air Defense Systems

Iraqi officials suspect Israel of destroying Chinese-made air defense systems transferred from Iran to pro-Iranian militias, according to a newspaper report. These suspected strik…

Politics10h ago

Netanyahu Summons Police Chief Over Election Integrity Amid Ben-Gvir Dispute

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will meet with Police Commissioner Dany Levy on Sunday to discuss election integrity and security preparations ahead of the October 27 Knesset el…

Security10h ago

Ex-Partner Arrested for Murder of Yana Zykova in Front of Son

Pablo (Pavel) Felkosh, 34, is suspected of murdering his ex-partner Yana Zykova in her Kiryat Haim apartment, with her 6-year-old son witnessing the event. Felkosh's father was al…

Politics10h ago

Ben-Gvir Reveals Netanyahu Offered Him Foreign Ministry Post Before Last Election

Otzma Yehudit Chairman Itamar Ben-Gvir revealed that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu offered him the Foreign Ministry portfolio before the last election. Ben-Gvir is urging vote…

Politics10h ago

Shas Chairman Warns Right-Wing Votes Could Topple Government

Shas Chairman Aryeh Deri warned that thousands of right-wing votes could be lost to parties unlikely to pass the electoral threshold, potentially causing the right-wing bloc to lo…

Security11h ago

Israel Warns Citizens in France Amidst Escalating Protests and Violence

Israel's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has warned Israelis in France to exercise caution due to recent violence and ongoing protests. Citizens are advised to avoid demonstration sit…

Politics11h ago

Netanyahu's Policies Risk Isolation, Economic Sanctions, Author Warns

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's policies are leading Israel toward global isolation and severe economic sanctions, warns opinion writer Dan Perry. He argues that if Netanyahu'…

Health11h ago·2 outlets

Kfar Qara Illuminates Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness

Kfar Qara municipality organized a "Illuminating Pink October" event on October 23, 2026, to raise breast cancer awareness. Patient advocates and medical professionals shared pers…

Politics12h ago

Israel's Central Bank Rejects PM's Crypto Sanctions Evasion Plan

Israel's Central Bank strongly opposed Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's proposal to use cryptocurrencies to bypass potential sanctions, stating the focus should be on preventio…

Security12h ago

US Governments Leveraged Elon Musk's SpaceX for Foreign Policy Goals

A Reuters investigation reveals that the U.S. governments under Presidents Biden and Trump used Elon Musk's SpaceX to advance foreign policy, including disabling satellite interne…

Security12h ago·2 outlets

Rabies Alert Issued After Infected Fox Found in Northern Israel

The Ministry of Health issued a rabies alert for Tayibe al-Zua'biya in northern Israel after an infected fox was discovered on October 23, 2026. Two people exposed to the fox are…

Politics12h ago

Netanyahu Defends Crypto Plans Amidst Bank of Israel Criticism

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responded to criticism from the Bank of Israel concerning his exploration of digital currencies as a potential hedge against foreign sanctions. H…

Politics12h ago

Israel Urged to Unite Against Information Warfare Amidst Internal Political Strife

Israel is losing the information war due to internal political divisions and a fragmented response to global propaganda, according to an opinion piece. The author criticizes the g…

General12h ago

Thousands of Lone Soldiers Get One-Stop Shop for Errands

Around 10,000 lone soldiers and recent veterans attended an "Errands Day" event at Expo Tel Aviv, organized by FIDF, Nefesh B'Nefesh, the IDF, and the Association for the Soldier'…

Security12h ago

Eisenkot's Party Announces Shin Bet Security Detail Starting Tomorrow

Gadi Eisenkot's Yishar! party announced he will receive security from the Shin Bet starting Sunday, provided by a private firm guided by Unit 730. This reverses an earlier Shin Be…

Security12h ago·2 outlets

Foreign National Arrested in Tel Aviv for Damaging Emergency Vehicles

Police in Tel Aviv arrested a foreign national in his 40s for allegedly smashing the windows of police cars and an ambulance with a hammer. The arrest followed reports of vandalis…

Politics13h ago·5 outlets

Netanyahu Reportedly Shifts Israel's Stance on Falklands Amid UK Sanctions Row

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reportedly directed Israeli diplomats to support Argentina's call for talks on the Falkland Islands, a shift potentially linked to British sa…

Security13h ago·2 outlets

Iran Accused of Escalating Assassination Plots Against US Officials

Iran has allegedly intensified assassination plots against senior U.S. officials, according to a U.S. intelligence memo. This warning comes as the U.S. reduces its diplomatic pres…

Economy13h ago

Israel's Central Bank Warns Netanyahu Against Crypto as Sanctions Solution

Israel's central bank warned Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that cryptocurrencies are not a viable solution for circumventing potential international banking sanctions. The Ban…

Politics13h ago

Bank of Israel Rejects Netanyahu's Crypto Sanctions Workaround Plan

The Bank of Israel rejected Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's proposal to use cryptocurrency to circumvent international sanctions, stating digital currencies cannot provide an…

Politics13h ago

Netanyahu's Sanctions Preparedness Sparks Fierce Opposition Outcry

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's discussion of contingency plans for economic sanctions, including cryptocurrency, has drawn sharp criticism from opposition leaders who fear in…

Security13h ago

Eleven Foreign Nationals Expelled From Israel for Violating Military Orders

Israel's Population and Immigration Authority expelled 11 foreign nationals from the Hebron area over the weekend for violating a closed military zone order and other permit condi…

Economy14h ago·2 outlets

Israeli Financial Sector Warns of Pension Fund Peril Amid Netanyahu's Sanctions Plan

Israeli financial leaders are warning of potential threats to pension funds due to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's plan to create an alternative financial system. They fear th…

Security14h ago

Israel Faces Economic Sanctions Threat, Crypto Plan Deemed Unfeasible

Israel's Ministry of Defense sanctioned Lebanese firm Coral Oil for supplying fuel to Hezbollah. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu proposed a plan to counter global sanctions by a…

Security14h ago·6 outlets

Iran President Seeks Talks; Hezbollah Won't Intervene in New War

Hezbollah has reportedly informed Lebanese officials it will not intervene if a new war breaks out between Iran and the U.S. or Israel. Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister allegedly to…