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Security · 3h ago · also in 2 newsroomsIsrael Launches Tender for Second Western Galilee Desalination PlantIsrael has launched an international tender for a new desalination plant in the Western Galilee with a capacity of 100 million cubic meters per year. This is part of a national effort to significantly boost Israel's total desalination capacity. The project will use a BOT model and prohibits on-site power generation, unlike previous plants. Environmental considerations for brine discharge are also a key factor.Security · 12h ago · also in 9 newsroomsIsrael to Supply Cyprus with Advanced Naval Patrol ShipIsrael and Cyprus signed a defense export agreement where Israel will provide Cyprus with a new, advanced naval patrol ship from Israel Shipyards, equipped with Rafael systems. The existing Cypriot patrol ship will also be upgraded. This deal aims to enhance Cyprus's maritime security capabilities and regional stability.Security · 14h agoIsraeli Defense Firm Tomer Values Itself Over $2.5 Billion, Plans Debt RaiseIsraeli state-owned defense firm Tomer, a key producer of missile propulsion systems, is set to raise up to 600 million shekels in debt. CEO Dotan Gabay estimates the company's value at over 10 billion shekels, driven by significant infrastructure and technology. The funds will support production expansion and new ventures, as the company experiences increased global demand fueled by recent conflicts and a worldwide shortage of such components. Tomer, spun off from IMI in 2015, aims to significantly grow its revenue and profitability in the coming decade.Security · 16h ago · also in 11 newsroomsAustralian Probe Claims Billionaire Packer Paid Millions to Netanyahu's LawyerAustralian billionaire James Packer allegedly paid $1.25 million to the law office of Amit Haddad, the lead attorney for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The payments, made over two years, were reportedly for scouting deals in Israel, though no such deals were found. The report surfaced as Haddad sought to depose Packer in the Netanyahu trial, raising conflict of interest concerns.Security · 16h agoSupreme Court Reduces Tax Offender's Sentence Due to Delay and TraumaThe Israeli Supreme Court reduced tax offender Ophir Galfer's sentence by five months to 27 months, citing a six-year indictment delay and trauma from the October 7th attacks. Galfer was convicted of issuing hundreds of fictitious invoices totaling 220 million shekels and money laundering. The court acknowledged the severity of the crimes but found the delay and Galfer's personal circumstances justified the sentence reduction.Security · 17h ago · also in 7 newsroomsElbit Systems Secures $200 Million in New Asian Defense ContractsElbit Systems has won new defense contracts worth around $200 million from an Asia-Pacific nation for intelligence, surveillance, and aerial training systems. The contracts, to be fulfilled over five years, include advanced SPECTRO-12 observation systems and training solutions. This announcement follows recent deals totaling hundreds of millions of dollars, contributing to Elbit's record order backlog of $32 billion.Security · 1d agoEurope Faces Youth Crisis Beyond Immigration, Israel's Own Struggles EchoAcross Europe, widespread protests highlight youth struggles with the cost of living, housing, and education, with many attributing the unrest to immigration. However, the article argues that these issues stem from deeper economic and social policies, drawing parallels to past protests in Israel. It criticizes the tendency to scapegoat immigrants rather than address systemic problems like unaffordable housing and inadequate opportunities, warning that such approaches will not resolve underlying frustrations and could lead to further exclusion.Security · 1d ago · also in 6 newsroomsRetired Justice Zvi Zilberthal to Head Submarine Affair Investigation CommitteeRetired Supreme Court Justice Zvi Zilberthal will head the state commission of inquiry into the submarine affair, replacing Acher Grunis who resigned due to health issues. Retired Central District Court President Rachel Lorch has also been appointed to the committee. The commission is beginning to hear testimony from key figures including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former defense officials. Zilberthal, appointed by Supreme Court President Yitzhak Amit, previously served on the Supreme Court from 2012 to 2017.Security · 1d ago · also in 6 newsroomsCyber Threats Surge Ahead of Israeli ElectionsIsrael is facing a significant surge in cyber threats just days before the upcoming Knesset elections. Over 1,200 new election-related websites have been registered, many suspicious, while organizations are experiencing a 55% weekly increase in cyberattacks. Government and infrastructure sectors are particularly hard-hit, with attacks up 82% and 107% respectively. The dark web shows heightened activity, and old leaked databases are resurfacing, posing risks of phishing and impersonation.Security · 1d ago · also in 4 newsroomsEx-AG Mandelblit Testifies on Netanyahu Investigation ApprovalsFormer Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit testified in the Netanyahu trial, expressing anger over the wiretapping of Natan Eshel, Netanyahu's former Chief of Staff. Mandelblit stated he immediately halted the wiretap upon discovery, calling it unprecedented. He denied authorizing a bribery investigation against Netanyahu related to Israel Hayom and claimed ignorance of certain investigative details concerning Hadas Klein and others. Judge Moshe Bar-Am questioned the breadth of investigative approvals granted, while Mandelblit defended the process, emphasizing the need for status updates and specific authorizations for significant actions.Security · 2d ago · also in 3 newsroomsIsraeli-Born Oligarch Key to Russia's Sanctions Evasion NetworkAn investigation revealed that the Russian payment network A7, co-founded by Israeli-born oligarch Ilan Shor, handled over $14 billion in cash rubles to circumvent sanctions. The network facilitated payments to Chinese suppliers, using cash collected from Moscow markets and intermediary companies. The U.S. Treasury designated A7 as a criminal organization, linking it to Iran and Hamas, and is proposing new rules to block its transactions. Shor has a history of fraud convictions in Moldova.Security · 2d ago · also in 14 newsroomsBank of Israel Rejects PM's Crypto Sanctions Bypass IdeaThe Bank of Israel has publicly rejected Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's proposal to use cryptocurrencies to bypass potential international banking sanctions. The central bank stated that digital currencies are not a viable solution due to transparency and regulatory conversion points. It emphasized that maintaining economic relationships with trading partners is the correct approach to preventing sanctions. This statement comes amid increasing international pressure and potential trade restrictions against Israel.Security · 2d ago · also in 19 newsroomsIsrael Caught in Falklands Dispute Over Oil ProjectThe Israeli company Navitas Petroleum is at the center of a dispute over the Falkland Islands, with reports claiming Prime Minister Netanyahu ordered diplomats to support Argentina's claim and call for direct talks with the UK. The Israeli Embassy denied this directive. The situation is linked to UK sanctions on settlements and Netanyahu's ties with Argentina's president. Navitas's $1.8 billion Sea Lion oil project faces legal challenges from Argentina, with a maritime tribunal in Hamburg set to hear the case in November.Security · 2d agoAI Aids Discovery of Critical PHP Vulnerabilities, Sparking Global Security AlertGlobal cybersecurity teams are urgently updating servers running PHP due to two critical vulnerabilities, PHP2Shell, discovered with the help of AI. These flaws allow remote code execution and data theft, affecting most websites built with the language over the past decade. The PHP project has released patches, and agencies like CISA have issued alerts, though no exploitation has been confirmed in the wild. Experts warn this is the beginning of a trend where AI will accelerate vulnerability discovery, potentially overwhelming defenses.Security · 2d ago · also in 1 newsroomFirefighter's Lung Damage Recognized as Work Injury After Court BattleA firefighter from Rishon LeZion, who suffered lung damage from years of exposure to smoke, has been recognized as a work injury victim by the Regional Labor Court in Tel Aviv. The court overturned the National Insurance Institute's denial, ruling his work conditions caused the impairment and ordering the Institute to pay him 7,000 shekels in costs. The decision, based on conflicting medical expert opinions, may pave the way for similar claims from other firefighters and grants him access to disability payments.Security · 3d agoIntermediary Ordered to Pay Seller Over 1.4 Million Shekels in Fraud CaseLeah Shtark was awarded over 1.4 million shekels plus interest and expenses from Fahr Zacharia, an intermediary who defrauded her in an apartment sale. Shtark claimed Zacharia took the 1.6 million shekel sale proceeds for himself, failing to transfer the majority to her. The court found Zacharia exploited Shtark's dependency and ruled against him based on bank evidence and his inconsistent testimony. This ruling follows a previous finding of liability against Zacharia for similar actions in another sale involving Shtark.Security · 3d agoCyprus Investigates Roman Abramovich's Finances Amid Frozen Chelsea FundsCyprus 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 the "Cyprus Confidential" leak, which alleged backdating of documents to facilitate tax evasion and conceal assets. Abramovich, who faces sanctions and asset freezes in multiple countries, previously denied wrongdoing. Meanwhile, approximately $3.3 billion from the sale of Chelsea remains frozen in the UK, with ongoing disputes over its allocation for humanitarian aid in Ukraine.Security · 3d agoIsrael Braces for Weekend Traffic Disruptions Due to Rail Work and ProtestsDrivers in central Israel face major traffic disruptions this weekend due to Israel Railways work on Highways 20 and 531 and police closures in Tel Aviv for a rally. Rail work on Highway 20 runs from Friday 8 PM to Saturday 8 AM, and on Highway 531 from Friday 8 PM to Saturday 4 PM. Tel Aviv will see significant street closures Saturday from 5 PM for a rally at Hostages Square. Train services will also be altered, with some stations closed and lines split, though alternative transport will be available.Security · 3d agoMandelblit Testimony Crucial to Netanyahu Defense's "Defense from Justice" ClaimThe defense in the Benjamin Netanyahu trial is leveraging former Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit's testimony to support a "defense from justice" claim, arguing that investigative misconduct fundamentally violates legal fairness. Their strategy involves alleging severe procedural flaws and a pattern of missteps by law enforcement and prosecution, which they believe warrant dismissal of the indictment. The defense hopes Mandelblit's testimony will prove that critical investigative actions occurred without his approval, constituting a constitutional breach. While the prosecution is expected to contest these claims, the revelations have prompted calls for a thorough review of police and prosecution practices.Security · 3d agoSystemic Failures Plague Israel's Local Government, Fueling CorruptionIsrael's local government system is rife with corruption and fraud due to systemic failures in oversight and financial control. Investigations reveal issues ranging from inflated salaries and ghost employees to rigged tenders, embezzlement, and misuse of public funds. Mayor Rafi Saar of Kfar Saba is currently under investigation in a new corruption case, highlighting the widespread nature of these problems across municipalities. Experts point to a lack of robust regulation and long-serving auditors as contributing factors to these ongoing breaches.Security · 4d agoIsraeli Airlines Halt Marrakech Flights Amid Security ReviewIsraeli airlines have suspended direct flights to Marrakech, Morocco, due to a security review following an incident on a Flydubai flight. Sun d'Or, an El Al subsidiary, postponed its route launch, while Arkia and Israir stopped ticket sales. Affected passengers are offered refunds or rebooking. The security concerns stem from an incident involving a foreign airline's crew, leading to a reassessment of security protocols for flights involving foreign carriers. The situation impacts the planned winter schedule for Israeli airlines to Marrakech.Security · 4d agoIsraeli AI Cybersecurity Firm Mave Security Raises $34 MillionIsraeli cybersecurity startup Mave Security has raised $34 million in funding, including a $28 million Series A round led by Red Dot Capital Partners. The company utilizes AI agents to investigate cyberattacks by correlating data from disparate security systems, aiming to provide faster and more transparent incident response. Mave's solution is reportedly deployed in major corporations and aims to expand its global market presence. The funding will support R&D, product enhancement, and team growth.Security · 4d agoUS Firm Seeks to Enforce German Ruling Against Ex-German Firm Owner in IsraelUS firm TAC Group Holdings is asking an Israeli court to enforce a German ruling against Yaron Valler, former owner of Sela Venture Capital GmbH, for 3.1 million shekels. TAC claims Valler is evading payment by hiding assets and moving to Israel, residing in a luxury villa in Herzliya Pituah. The German court had previously ruled in favor of TAC for 610,000 euros plus costs, which Valler allegedly avoided paying. TAC seeks enforcement in Israel due to Valler's alleged systematic evasion tactics.Security · 4d agoTwo Indicted for Illegally Distributing Narcotics and Dangerous DrugsDavid Attar and pharmacist Jamil Souad have been indicted for allegedly issuing thousands of fraudulent prescriptions for dangerous drugs and narcotics, generating profits of hundreds of thousands of shekels. Attar is accused of systematically forging prescriptions and using fake doctor stamps and IDs to obtain drugs for resale, while Souad allegedly facilitated the dispensing for cash payments. Attar has reportedly confessed and implicated Souad, with evidence including security footage and seized documents and cash.Security · 4d agoEx-AG Mandelblit Denies Approving Broad Netanyahu Probe QuestionFormer Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit testified in the Netanyahu trial, denying he approved a broad question to Ari Harow about Benjamin Netanyahu's activities over ten years. Mandelblit clarified his approval for investigations into Netanyahu, distinguishing between preliminary checks and full investigations based on reasonable suspicion. He recalled authorizing checks on Harow regarding specific recordings and conversations, but not a wide-ranging inquiry. Mandelblit also addressed testimony from Koresh Bernor concerning Harow's detention and questioning.Security · 4d agoCognyte Secures Major NATO Defense Ministry Framework Deal Exceeding $20 MillionCognyte has signed a framework agreement worth over $20 million with an unnamed NATO member state's defense ministry, including an initial order of more than $10 million. The deal, secured after a competitive process, allows for potential expansion up to $30 million and streamlines future procurement. This new contract with a new client follows other recent deals and contributes to Cognyte's projected revenues of $448 million for the fiscal year ending January 2027. The company's stock saw a positive reaction, though it remains below its earlier yearly high.Security · 4d ago · also in 3 newsroomsHaifa Threatens Oil Refineries With Closure Over Environmental ConcernsThe Bazan Group is facing a potential shutdown of its Haifa Bay operations as the municipality considers not renewing its temporary operating permits, which expire October 31. The dispute follows a recent benzene pollution incident, with the mayor vowing to protect residents' health. Bazan is reviewing legal options and warns of significant operational harm if permits are not renewed, though it notes prior approvals were given.Security · 4d ago · also in 8 newsroomsPortugal Extradites Key Suspect in Gibui Holdings Collapse to IsraelPortugal extradited Eyal Rosen, a key suspect in the collapse of Gibui Holdings, to Israel to face charges including fraud and money laundering. The non-bank credit company collapsed in late 2022, with estimated damages of NIS 360 million, following revelations of financial irregularities. Rosen allegedly fled Israel in 2022 before an investigation began. Multiple lawsuits have been filed by trustees, bondholders, and former owners seeking hundreds of millions of shekels.Security · 5d ago · also in 2 newsroomsDead Sea Works to Pay Hundreds of Millions for Saline WaterThe Supreme Court has finalized a ruling requiring Dead Sea Works to pay hundreds of millions of shekels to Mekorot for saline water used in production. Deputy President Noam Sohlberg rejected Dead Sea Works' request for an additional hearing, upholding a previous decision. The ruling stems from a 2017 water reform and estimates the total payment to be between 400-500 million shekels by 2030. Dead Sea Works was ordered to pay 10,000 shekels in expenses.Security · 5d agoEx-AG Mandelblit Explains His Approval of Case 1000 InvestigationFormer Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit explained that Hadas Klein's testimony escalated suspicions in Case 1000, prompting a full investigation. He stated that the defense's claims about his approval process differed from his recollection. Mandelblit recalled instructing investigators in 2016 to focus on specific aspects of the case, not minor gifts. The prosecution suggested that other protocol sections offer a fuller context, and judges recommended providing the complete document to the defense.More from Bizportal