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NEWSru Israel in English

Lean: UnratedType: Russian newsLanguage: RussianBased in: Tel Aviv

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NEWSru Israel is a russian news outlet based in Tel Aviv, publishing in Russian. On baba News’s left–center–right scale it is rated Unrated (Community). We translate NEWSru Israel's Russian coverage into clear English and compare it against other Israeli newsrooms across the spectrum.

Stories
1495
Translated coverage in the last 30 days.
Bylined
0%
Share of stories with a named author.
Originals
26%
Share of stories this newsroom reported first.
Opinion
0%
Share of opinion and analysis.
Press releases
0%
Share of press-release copy.
Median lag
267 min
Median minutes behind the first report on the same story.

Why not a score? These are rates we can recompute. A single number would hide whether a newsroom is slow, unnamed, or mostly reprints.

How NEWSru Israel writes

Neutralover 1548 pieces this month · Russian press mean: 1.34 against 1.16

  • the IDFin step with the wire on
  • the policein step with the wire on
  • Hamasin step with the wire on
  • Netanyahuin step with the wire on
  • the United Statesin step with the wire on

How this is measured

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A 14-year-old boy was hit by a car in Haifa and is in serious condition. He has been taken to Rambam hospital, and police are investigating the incident.

Security15 minutes ago

Netanyahu Praises Passengers Who Thwarted Deadly Attack on FlyDubai Flight

Prime Minister Netanyahu praised Israeli passengers and crew who subdued a pilot attempting to crash a FlyDubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv after an alleged knife attack. The plane made an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia, and the passengers are safe.

Security32 minutes ago

Israelis Evacuate Saudi Arabia on FlyDubai Flight Amid Security Checks

Israelis are being evacuated from Saudi Arabia on a FlyDubai flight, with Israeli security forces checking the crew's identities. Some passengers expressed reluctance to fly with the airline, while Saudi Arabia has blocked the use of Israeli military aircraft for the operation.

Security59 minutes ago

Israelis Refuse FlyDubai Evacuation Flight From Saudi Arabia Over Fear

Some Israeli passengers stranded in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, are refusing to board a FlyDubai evacuation flight due to fear of the airline, despite the original flight's emergency landing. Saudi authorities have denied permission for Israeli Air Force planes to conduct the evacuation.

Security1 hour ago

Elderly Driver Injured After Car Plummets 7 Meters in Jerusalem

A 66-year-old woman was lightly injured in Jerusalem when her car fell about 7 meters while she was parking. She was rescued and taken to Shaare Zedek Medical Center, and police are investigating.

Health1 hour ago

Shared Meals Improve Health by Regulating Blood Sugar and Reducing Stress

Researchers from Hebrew University and Sheba Medical Center found that eating with a loved one helps regulate blood sugar and reduce stress. This "social regulation of physiology" shows that human bodies function more efficiently when near a close person, even without physical contact.

Security1 hour ago

Dutch Club AZ Alkmaar Bans Hapoel Be'er Sheva Fans From Europa League Match

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Economy1 hour ago

Israeli Shekel Strengthens Against Dollar and Euro

The Bank of Israel reported that on September 30, 2026, both the U.S. dollar and the Euro weakened against the Israeli shekel. The dollar closed at 3.063 shekels and the Euro at 3.475 shekels.

Security2 hours ago

Israel Awaits Saudi Approval for FlyDubai Passenger Evacuation

Israel is awaiting Saudi Arabian permission to evacuate passengers from a FlyDubai flight stranded in Tabuk. While Israel prepared military aircraft, the airline also offered to send a plane, and the Prime Minister's Office assured efforts are underway for a safe return.

Security2 hours ago

Israeli Leaders React to FlyDubai Incident, Urge Security Measures

Israeli politicians are reacting strongly to an incident on a FlyDubai flight, with the Transportation Minister calling for a flight suspension and others praising passenger bravery. Opposition leader Yair Lapid stated he received no prior warning about such a threat from the Prime Minister.

Security2 hours ago

Israel Evacuates Citizens From Ethiopia Amid Security Escalation

Israel's Foreign Ministry reported the successful helicopter evacuation of a group of Israelis from Lalibela, northern Ethiopia, on September 29-30. The operation followed renewed fighting in the region that had trapped the citizens, who faced power outages and limited medical access.

Economy2 hours ago

Pension Fund Opt-Out Proposal Risks Future Savings for Short-Term Gain

An Israeli proposal to let workers under 40 skip pension contributions for immediate cash is criticized by a pension planner who warns of long-term financial consequences. The expert argues the "extra" money is their own savings, and early contributions are crucial for future retirement security.

Security2 hours ago

Human Remains Discovered Near Holon, Police Investigate

Police in Israel are investigating the discovery of human remains found in an open area near Holon. The remains have been sent for forensic examination to determine the identity of the individual.

Health3 hours ago

Israeli Scientists Discover How E. coli Adapts to Infect Human Cells

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Security3 hours ago

FlyDubai Plane Carrying Israelis Suffers Rudder Damage After Emergency Landing

A FlyDubai flight carrying Israelis made an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia due to severe rudder damage discovered after a rapid, unexplained descent. The cause of the damage is currently under investigation.

Politics3 hours ago

Lapid Denies Receiving Warnings About FlyDubai Incident During Netanyahu Meeting

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Security3 hours ago

Israel Extends Reserve Duty Order for 200,000 Soldiers

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World3 hours ago

Another Dubai to Tel Aviv Flight Diverted Back to Origin

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Security4 hours ago

Dutch King Visits Hague Synagogue, Condemns Antisemitism

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Security4 hours ago

Shin Bet to Question FlyDubai Passengers Over Suspected Terror Attempt

Israel's Shin Bet will question passengers of FlyDubai flight FZ1073 returning to the country due to suspicions of a terrorist attempt. Prime Minister Netanyahu has convened security meetings following the incident.

Politics4 hours ago

Election Authority Seeks Details on 'Fly & Vote' Initiative Amid Allegations

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Security5 hours ago

FlyDubai Pilot Suspected of Intentional Crash Attempt Identified as Omani National

The pilot of a FlyDubai flight to Tel Aviv suspected of attempting to crash the plane has been identified as an Omani national, contradicting earlier reports. The flight made an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia, and all passengers are safe.

Security5 hours ago

FlyDubai Passengers to Be Evacuated From Saudi Arabia After Mid-Air Incident

A FlyDubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv made an emergency landing in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, after an "incident" involving the pilots. Israeli authorities are arranging for the evacuation of passengers, with investigations exploring potential motives including a pilot's suicide attempt or a terrorist act.

Security5 hours ago

Israeli Sources Suspect Pilot Suicide Attempt on FlyDubai Flight

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Security5 hours ago

Israel Dispatches Military Planes to Saudi Arabia for Stranded FlyDubai Passengers

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Security5 hours ago

Israel's Smart Shooter Secures Up to $150 Million US Contract for Drone Defense

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Sports6 hours ago

Israeli Taekwondo Athletes Secure Two Medals at Polish Open

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Security6 hours ago

Israeli Sources Investigate Pilot's Intent to Cause Flydubai Crash

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Security6 hours ago

Worker Suffers Severe Burns in Industrial Accident in Even Yehuda

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Politics6 hours ago

Iran's IRGC Urges Americans to Reject Trump, Israel Ahead of Midterms

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Security6 hours ago

FlyDubai Pilots Fight Mid-Air, Forcing Emergency Landing in Saudi Arabia

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Security6 hours ago

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Security6 hours ago

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Security7 hours ago

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Security7 hours ago

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Security7 hours ago

IDF Chief of Staff Holds Emergency Meeting After Dubai-Tel Aviv Flight Diversion

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Security7 hours ago

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Security7 hours ago

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Security7 hours ago

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