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Israeli Study Reveals Prehistoric Hunter-Gatherers Maintained Wide Social Networks

An Israeli study reveals that prehistoric hunter-gatherer communities in the Southern Caucasus, dating back 57,000 to 27,000 years ago, maintained social connections across distan…

Politics1h ago

Israel's Election Stalemate: Arab Citizens' Role in Shaping the Future

Israeli elections are approaching with no clear majority in sight for either Benjamin Netanyahu or Gadi Eisenkot, leading to a focus on post-election political maneuvering. Severa…

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Likud Party Plans to Allege Arab Community Election Fraud

The Likud party plans to allege election fraud and irregularities in the Arab community during the upcoming Knesset elections. Potential claims focus on niqab-wearing voters, sepa…

Security1h ago·1 outlets

US Evacuates Diplomats From Middle East Amid Escalation Fears

The United States is evacuating non-essential diplomatic staff and their families from embassies in Saudi Arabia and other Middle Eastern nations amid fears of regional escalation…

Security2h ago

Iran Threatens Undersea Cable Attacks in Gulf if Attacked

Senior Iranian security officials stated that Tehran has plans to target undersea communication cables in the Persian Gulf if attacked by the U.S. and Israel. The strategy include…

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Trump Hints at Renewed US Strikes Against Iran, Cites 'Epic Fury'

US President Donald Trump suggested the possibility of renewed US military strikes against Iran, referencing a potential "little Epic Fury" operation. His comments come as the war…

Security4h ago

Cyprus Investigates Roman Abramovich's Finances Amid Frozen Chelsea Funds

Cyprus police have opened a financial and tax investigation into Russian-Israeli businessman Roman Abramovich, focusing on his dealings between 2003 and 2006. The probe stems from…

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Trump Hints at Further Military Action Against Iran

U.S. President Donald Trump indicated on Friday that the United States might conduct another military operation against Iran. He made the remarks during an election rally in Flori…

Security4h ago

Syrians Protest Israeli Incursions After Civilian's Death

Hundreds of Syrians protested in multiple cities on Friday against repeated Israeli incursions into southern Syria, which resulted in the death of a disabled civilian. Syria accus…

Politics4h ago

Arab’s United List Poll Shows 7 Seats, Potential 61-Seat Change Bloc

A Channel 13 poll suggests the United Arab List could win 7 seats, potentially enabling a 61-seat coalition government. The party stated that each seat is crucial, with an eighth…

Politics4h ago

Poll Shows Arab Party Could Be Kingmaker in Israeli Government Formation

A Channel 13 poll suggests the United Arab List could win 7 Knesset seats, potentially enabling a 61-seat coalition government with Jewish "change bloc" parties. The party stated…

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US Envoy Suggests Iran Strike Possible This Weekend

US Ambassador to Turkey Tom Barrack indicated that military strikes against Iran could happen this weekend, stating President Trump is serious about taking action if diplomacy fai…

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Final Israeli Election Polls Show Eisenkot Bloc Leading, Neither Side Securing Majority

Final pre-election polls in Israel show Gadi Eisenkot's bloc leading Benjamin Netanyahu's coalition by a narrow margin, with neither side projected to win the 61 seats needed for…

Security5h ago4

US Envoy Doesn't Rule Out Iran Strike, Trump Denies Knowledge

U.S. Envoy Tom Barrack suggested a U.S. strike on Iran could occur this week, amid rising tensions with Israel. President Donald Trump, however, denied knowledge of any such plans…

Economy5h ago

Netanyahu Warns of Economic Collapse, Potential Banking Sanctions

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has warned of potential banking sanctions and the need for an "evasive economy" for Israel, stating that U.S. security assistance is ending. Thes…

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Iran Plans to Target Gulf Internet Cables If War Resumes

Two senior Iranian security officials stated that Tehran has detailed plans to target undersea communication cables in the Persian Gulf if attacked by the U.S. and Israel. One off…

Politics5h ago

Arab Parties Surpass 15 Seats in Israeli Election Poll

A Channel 13 poll released days before Israeli elections shows Gadi Eisenkot's party leading with 22 seats, followed by Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud with 19. The Joint List is proje…

Politics5h ago

Right-Wing in Israel Sheds Fear of Power, Reshaping Nation

The Israeli right-wing has overcome its fear of governing over the last four years, leading to significant national changes. Despite left-wing fears of democratic decline, Israel…

General5h ago

Tel Aviv Residents Alarmed by Rising Disorder, Homelessness

Tel Aviv residents are increasingly concerned about rising street disorder, homelessness, and public drug use across multiple neighborhoods, with some comparing the situation to N…

General5h ago

Israel Risks Losing a Generation of Jews Amid Rising Antisemitism

Dr. Liram Koblenz-Shtenzler warns Israel risks losing a generation of Diaspora Jews due to rising antisemitism and the increasing pressure to separate Jewish identity from Israel…

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Israel's Shin Bet Shuts Down Foreign Election Interference Accounts

Israel's Shin Bet security agency announced Thursday the deactivation of social media accounts linked to foreign actors attempting to interfere in the upcoming election. However…

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AIPAC Shifts Strategy, Ending Direct Contributions Amid Criticism

The American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) announced it is ending direct contributions and candidate endorsements, shifting its strategy to focus on mobilizing individua…

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New Poll Shows Gadi Eisenkot's Party Leading Ahead of Elections

A Channel 12 News poll shows Gadi Eisenkot's party leading with 12 mandates ahead of the elections, while Ofer Winter's party did not pass the electoral threshold. The poll indica…

Security5h ago

Netanyahu Warns of Economic Sanctions, Bitcoin Solution Dismissed

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned of potential economic sanctions and boycotts against Israel, suggesting Britain has begun such actions and that a proposed solution involv…

Politics5h ago2

Israeli Election Polls Show Tight Race, Coalition Bloc Slightly Weakened

Israeli election polls show the Likud party leading with 23 seats and Yesh Atid with 22, in a race with significant discrepancies between polling firms. The coalition bloc has sli…

Economy5h ago

Netanyahu's Isolation Plan Could Cost Israel Dearly

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's plans to counter potential international sanctions and the possible end of U.S. military aid could trigger a severe economic crisis in Israel…

Security6h ago

Nations Exploit Crypto to Evade Sanctions, Fueling Illicit Economies

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu suggested Israel prepare for sanctions using cryptocurrency, a tool already employed by nations like Iran and North Korea to circumvent economic…

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Netanyahu Prepares Israel for Potential Diplomatic and Economic Isolation

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated Israel must prepare for potential international economic sanctions, exploring cryptocurrencies and blockchain as alternatives to tradition…

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Israeli Poll Shows Netanyahu Bloc Shrinking Ahead of Elections

A final pre-election poll in Israel shows Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc falling to 50 seats, while the opposition led by Gadi Eisenkot is projected to win 52 seats. Naf…

Politics6h ago

Netanyahu Vows Action Against Palestinian Authority, Iran, and Election Rivals

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to neutralize the Palestinian Authority threat with undisclosed methods and prevent a Palestinian state, while announcing expanded military…

Security6h ago

Iran Media Displays Poster Threatening Israeli Nuclear Site

Iranian state media published a poster titled "Zero Hour" featuring potential targets in Israel, including the Dimona nuclear facility. The image, circulating amid U.S.-Iran tensi…

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Iran Expands Secret Underground Air Base Despite Attacks

Iran is actively repairing and expanding its secret underground "Eagle 44" air base despite multiple attacks during the war with the U.S. and Israel. New satellite images show ong…

Security6h ago

Iran Threatens Gulf States With Attacks If War Resumes

Iran has threatened to target Gulf states' communication cables and military bases if negotiations with the U.S. fail and military operations against Iran resume. High-ranking off…

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US Envoy Suggests Weekend Strike on Iran, Cites Trump's Openness to Deal

U.S. Special Envoy Tom Barrack suggested a possible attack on Iran this weekend, while Ambassador to the UN Mike Wotz indicated the U.S. is preparing for a prolonged confrontation…

Politics6h ago

Israeli Polls Show No Clear Winner Ahead of Knesset Elections

Recent Israeli opinion polls released Friday show a tight race before Tuesday's Knesset elections, with no clear majority. The Kan 11 poll projected Yesh Atid winning 22 seats and…

Security6h ago

Iran Plans Internet Cable Attacks Amid Regional Tensions

Iran is reportedly planning attacks on underwater internet cables in the Persian Gulf as a retaliatory measure against potential U.S. or Israeli strikes. The plan includes disrupt…

Security7h ago

US Ambassador to Turkey Criticizes Syrian Druze Leader Over Drug Trafficking

U.S. support to persecute other Druze. The ambassador stated his concern is with the Druze leader's actions, not Israel.

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Two Iranians Face Trial Next Year for Alleged UK Jewish Community Terror Plot

Two Iranian nationals, Rahman Salehi and Salam Ahmadyan, will stand trial in Manchester on June 15 next year for allegedly plotting to attack the Jewish community in northern Engl…

Politics7h ago

Likud Prepares for Allegations of Arab Voter Fraud Before Elections

The Likud party is reportedly preparing for potential allegations of voter fraud within the Arab community surrounding the upcoming Knesset elections. The party is examining issue…

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US and Israel Prepared for Iran Strike That Was Not Approved

Israel and the United States prepared for a potential strike against Iran, but the plan was not approved, according to a senior Israeli official. U.S. President Donald Trump had o…

Security7h ago

Elderly Man Shot 13 Times in Home, Police Suspect Revenge Attack

An 82-year-old man, Ibrahim Bushkar, was shot and killed in his Shfaram home by masked assailants on Friday. His son was injured in the attack. Police suspect the murder was reven…

Politics7h ago·2 outlets

Netanyahu Warns of Banking Sanctions, Urges Preparation for End of US Aid

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned Israelis on Friday to prepare for banking sanctions and the eventual end of U.S. aid, stating the U.S. has changed. He also proposed crypt…

Security7h ago

US Warns of Possible Strike on Iran This Weekend

The United States may launch a military strike against Iran this weekend, October 24-25, according to U.S. Special Representative Tom Barrack. While Barrack confirmed the possibil…

Security7h ago

Two Injured in Shooting Incident in Tamra, One Critically

Two men were seriously and moderately injured in a shooting in Tamra on Friday evening, with one sustaining critical chest wounds. Both are now in stable condition and receiving t…

Security7h ago2

IDF Investigates Possible Outside Direction of Hebron Area Terror Attack

The IDF is investigating potential external direction for a terror attack near Hebron, where two Hamas-affiliated terrorists were killed after a prolonged firefight. Thousands of…

Security7h ago·2 outlets

Netanyahu Considers Crypto to Evade Sanctions, Sparking Economic Fears

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu proposed Israel prepare for potential banking sanctions by using cryptocurrency, a move criticized as dangerous and reminiscent of pariah states…

Politics7h ago

Lebanese People Desire Ties With Israel, Strong Government to Oust Hezbollah, Says AMCD Co-chair

John Hajjar, co-chair of the American Middle East Coalition for Democracy, stated that the Lebanese people desire full diplomatic relations with Israel but are hindered by Hezboll…

Security8h ago

Saudi Arabia Expands Ballistic Missile Production, Boosting Regional Deterrence

Saudi Arabia is expanding its ballistic missile production, with new facilities expected to be operational by the end of 2026. Satellite imagery reveals significant construction a…