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Iranian dissidents use photo of ex-PM Bennett’s son in graphic of victims killed in protests

Anti-regime Telegram channel referred to David Bennett as ‘Kourosh Shirini’ and said he was killed in Tehran; pro-regime outlets jump on...

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Satellite images indicate Iran working to salvage nuclear materials from damaged sites

Experts say new roofs at Isfahan, Natanz likely part of effort ‘to assess whether key assets, such as limited stocks of highly enriched uranium,...

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US okays over $6.5 billion in new military sales to Israel, including Apache gunships

Pentagon says package also includes $1.98 billion of light armored utility vehicles * Two Palestinians reportedly wounded by settler arson attack in...

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Two Palestinians said wounded by settler arson attack in West Bank

Resident of hamlet near Ramallah says locals earlier warned Israeli security forces of potential attack, but troops left before assailants arrived; no...

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Health Ministry recalls another batch of Nutrilon baby formula after toxin findings

Health Ministry recalls another batch of Nutrilon baby formula after toxin findings

Tests find excessive level of bacteria-created cereulide, which can cause non-life-threatening vomiting and diarrhea, in specific batch of Stage One...

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Apple buys Israeli startup, reportedly for $2 billion, that reads facial ‘micro movements’

Apple buys Israeli startup, reportedly for $2 billion, that reads facial ‘micro movements’

In its second-largest ever acquisition, US tech giant acquires Q.ai amid effort to break into wearables market; 30% of firm’s staff were called...

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Almost 2 million Israelis below poverty line, including 1 in 4 kids – latest annual report

Almost 2 million Israelis below poverty line, including 1 in 4 kids – latest annual report

National Insurance figures for 2024 show 21% of Israelis live in poverty, including 880,000 children and 150,000 elderly citizens, the 2nd-highest...

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WHO decries attacks on Iranian hospitals, medical staff during protest crackdown

WHO decries attacks on Iranian hospitals, medical staff during protest crackdown

UN agency confirms attacks on hospitals in Tehran and Ilam; says at least five doctors detained while treating patients, 50 paramedics injured and 200...

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Less than a third of Israelis say country won the war against Hamas in Gaza, poll finds

Less than a third of Israelis say country won the war against Hamas in Gaza, poll finds

Only 17% think Hamas will lay down its arms, according to Channel 12; Zman survey finds a third of Israelis oppose any partnership with Arab parties,...

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Freed captive Sasha Troufanov reveals sexual harassment during Gaza captivity

Freed captive Sasha Troufanov reveals sexual harassment during Gaza captivity

In BBC interview, ex-hostage recalls being captured by terrorists on Oct. 7 and shot in the legs while trying to flee, says Palestinian civilians beat...

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Trump confirms talking to Iran, says he plans to again; hopes US won’t have to take military action

‘We have a lot of very big, very powerful ships sailing to Iran right now,’ US president reiterates * Hostages Forum to hold its final...

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Iranian Mossad agent details role in internal attacks on regime during 12-day war

Iranian Mossad agent details role in internal attacks on regime during 12-day war

Unnamed operative tells Israeli TV that he led a team that used smuggled weapons to carry out preemptive strike; PM’s office: Fordo attack plans...

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Cops reportedly probing right-wing agitator who blocked ex-judge Aharon Barak’s car

Cops reportedly probing right-wing agitator who blocked ex-judge Aharon Barak’s car

Investigation said opened into Mordechai David, other activists over incident targeting former Supreme Court president; Environment Minister Silman...

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Settlers reportedly set fire to homes in West Bank Bedouin enclave near Jerusalem

Settlers reportedly set fire to homes in West Bank Bedouin enclave near Jerusalem

Key funding bill passes first reading in Knesset * Brooklyn man sentenced to 15 years in prison over Iran-backed plot to kill dissident living in US

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Iran threatens to hit ‘heart of Tel Aviv’ in response to any US attack

As tensions soar, top adviser to Khamenei vows ‘unprecedented’ response, including against ‘all who support the aggressor,’...

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Syrian leader to meet Putin for second time, as Russian presence in country dwindles

Syrian leader to meet Putin for second time, as Russian presence in country dwindles

Sharaa has struck friendly tone with Moscow, but still seeks Assad’s extradition from Russia, where he fled after coup

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BBC fails to mention Jews in some Holocaust Remembrance Day coverage, sparking outrage

BBC fails to mention Jews in some Holocaust Remembrance Day coverage, sparking outrage

British national broadcaster apologizes after anchors say ‘six million people’ killed, report doesn’t mention Jews, antisemitism;...

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Trump: ‘A beautiful armada’ is sailing toward Iran right now, ‘I hope they make a deal’

Trump: ‘A beautiful armada’ is sailing toward Iran right now, ‘I hope they make a deal’

MBS tells Iranian president that he won’t allow attacks on Islamic Republic from Saudi territory * Pre-Oct. 7 Hamas memo quotes top Islamic...

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Netanyahu: Israeli soldiers lost their lives in Gaza due to Biden-era arms embargo

Netanyahu: Israeli soldiers lost their lives in Gaza due to Biden-era arms embargo

In incendiary allegation, premier says IDF ‘didn’t have enough ammunition,’ but ’embargo’ ended when Trump took office;...

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Several of Iran’s Jews detained over protests, community says it’s a mistake — report

Several of Iran’s Jews detained over protests, community says it’s a mistake — report

Community leaders are working to get detainees freed, sources tell Hebrew media, as Jews signal total loyalty to the regime, say they’ve stayed...

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Trump briefed that Iran regime’s hold on power at ‘weakest point’ since 1979 – report

Trump briefed that Iran regime’s hold on power at ‘weakest point’ since 1979 – report

New York Times report comes as US president moves significant forces within striking distance of Iran; Trump says Tehran is looking to ‘make a...

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Despite boycott, High Court chief says he still extends a hand to Justice Minister Levin

Despite boycott, High Court chief says he still extends a hand to Justice Minister Levin

In a rare interview on the occasion of International Holocaust Remembrance Day, Isaac Amit vows legal system will ‘continue on our path’...

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After 843 days, with return of Ran Gvili’s body, Times of Israel takes down its ‘Israel at War’ counter

After 843 days, with return of Ran Gvili’s body, Times of Israel takes down its ‘Israel at War’ counter

Hamas is not destroyed, ToI’s editor stresses, but with the last hostage returned – formally completing the first phase of Trump’s...

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Trump: Iran wants to talk, situation ‘in flux’ after US sent ‘big armada’ to Mideast

Trump: Iran wants to talk, situation ‘in flux’ after US sent ‘big armada’ to Mideast

US official says Washington ‘open for business’ if Tehran recognizes terms for nuclear deal * US official: Rafah crossing will reopen...

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‘Our pride is greater than our sorrow’: Family of Ran Gvili hail his heroism, Israel’s strength, as body comes home

‘Our pride is greater than our sorrow’: Family of Ran Gvili hail his heroism, Israel’s strength, as body comes home

Gvili’s parents, Itzik and Talik, express pain and gratitude as their son’s body returns to Israel for burial, marking a bittersweet end...

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17 suspects linked to Israeli soccer team arrested in match-fixing probe

17 suspects linked to Israeli soccer team arrested in match-fixing probe

Police suspect organized crime group used FC Kiryat Yam to launder money in illegal gambling operation that took bets on games with pre-determined...

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Israeli airlines ease cancellation terms amid jitters over possible war with Iran

Israeli airlines ease cancellation terms amid jitters over possible war with Iran

El Al and Arkia offering full credit refund for cancellations up to 48 hours before departure; Israir ‘cancellation shield’ customers can...

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Far-right ministers said to decry decision to open Rafah Crossing at cabinet meeting

Far-right ministers said to decry decision to open Rafah Crossing at cabinet meeting

Rubio tells Iraqi PM government controlled by Iran can’t put Baghdad’s interests first * University of Wisconsin chancellor tapped as next...

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China’s top general accused of leaking nuclear weapons secrets to US — report

China’s top general accused of leaking nuclear weapons secrets to US — report

Zhang Youxia, 75, also reportedly probed over efforts to build his own sphere of influence within Communist Party, is latest top official targeted in...

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Iran opposition outlet says regime killed over 36,000 people on January 8-9

Iran opposition outlet says regime killed over 36,000 people on January 8-9

Iran International cites witnesses, victims’ families and internal reports; NY Times reports Khamenei ordered authorities to crush protests...

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Trump causes flap with AI image of ‘Greenland penguin’

Trump causes flap with AI image of ‘Greenland penguin’

White House posts picture of US president walking with flightless bird, but social media users quickly point out they only live in southern hemisphere

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Wave of settler attacks reported across West Bank villages over weekend

Wave of settler attacks reported across West Bank villages over weekend

Israelis said to have set vehicles ablaze, sprayed graffiti and attacked residents, with several Palestinians hospitalized in separate incidents

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Trump’s Greenland ambitions strain MAGA ties with Europe’s far right

Trump’s Greenland ambitions strain MAGA ties with Europe’s far right

Leaders from France, Germany, Italy denounce takeover threats, with even the UK’s Nigel Farage, a long-time Trump ally, calling the moves...

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Report: Soldier arrested for faking kidnapping of Palestinian, demanding ransom

Report: Soldier arrested for faking kidnapping of Palestinian, demanding ransom

Military Police guard said to be suspected of contacting relatives of an illegal entrant from West Bank held in IDF custody with false claim of...

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Israel giving Gaza’s anti-Hamas militias weapons, intel, food, medical care — report

Israel giving Gaza’s anti-Hamas militias weapons, intel, food, medical care — report

WSJ says aid includes air support, medical evacuations to Israel, quotes soldier as saying he escorted Shin Bet supply convoy to militia in Rafah;...

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Daughter of top Iranian official who led regime crackdown fired from US medical school

Daughter of top Iranian official who led regime crackdown fired from US medical school

Following US sanctions on her father Ali Larijani, senior adviser to Khamenei, Atlanta’s Emory University says Fatemeh Ardeshir-Larijani is no...

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Netanyahu said to have barred Herzog from appearing at Trump’s Board of Peace unveiling

Netanyahu said to have barred Herzog from appearing at Trump’s Board of Peace unveiling

Report says PM refused repeated US requests to have president on stage in Davos, amid Jerusalem’s major qualms about makeup of Gaza oversight...

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After Netanyahu meeting, Israeli official said to slam Witkoff as ‘lobbyist for Qatari interests’

After Netanyahu meeting, Israeli official said to slam Witkoff as ‘lobbyist for Qatari interests’

Jerusalem reportedly angry at US pressure to open Rafah Crossing even if last hostage isn’t returned * Fire breaks out at East Jerusalem UNRWA...

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US immigration officers kill allegedly armed man in Minnesota, sparking protests

US immigration officers kill allegedly armed man in Minnesota, sparking protests

Incident follows another ICE-related shooting in Minneapolis weeks ago; Homeland Security Dept. says man ‘violently resisted,’ while local...

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Iranian telecoms head claims internet to soon be restored after protest blackout

Iranian telecoms head claims internet to soon be restored after protest blackout

State-linked news agency reports security council approved reconnection of internet, which Iran cut off earlier this month as it launched deadly...

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Thousands across Israel protest against government, demand return of Ran Gvili’s body

Thousands across Israel protest against government, demand return of Ran Gvili’s body

‘Deals need to be fulfilled,’ says Gvili’s mother at hometown rally, urging government not to move forward with Gaza deal’s...

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A father in the shadows: How hostage Liam Or-Nassar’s heritage was hidden to protect him

A father in the shadows: How hostage Liam Or-Nassar’s heritage was hidden to protect him

When the Jewish-Arab family realized their son had been kidnapped on Oct 7, Ramzi Nassar decided Liam’s part-Arab identity must be concealed, to...

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Iran’s tiny Tel Aviv outpost: City playground has surprising owners

With social media quiz, municipality draws attention to the fact that a small park near the city center is built on a plot purchased by...

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HBO’s ‘The Pitt’ pays homage to 2018 Tree of Life shooting

HBO’s ‘The Pitt’ pays homage to 2018 Tree of Life shooting

Dr. Robby Robinavitch, played by Noah Wyle, treats a patient who survived the attack; she later thanks a Hijab-wearing nurse for the Muslim...

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Police free 5 suspects arrested over disappearance of IDF soldier nearly 2 decades ago

Police free 5 suspects arrested over disappearance of IDF soldier nearly 2 decades ago

Tuba-Zangariyye residents released without charge weeks after reports claimed a ‘dramatic breakthrough’ in the probe into whereabouts of...

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‘This time we’ll treat any attack as an all-out war,’ senior Iran official threatens

‘This time we’ll treat any attack as an all-out war,’ senior Iran official threatens

Amid US military buildup, senior Iranian official says Islamic Republic ‘is ready for the worst-case scenario’ * Top US general in Mideast...

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CENTCOM chief reportedly to visit Israel on Saturday amid US military buildup in Mideast

CENTCOM chief reportedly to visit Israel on Saturday amid US military buildup in Mideast

Witkoff and Kushner also said expected in Israel; senior Iranian official says ‘everything is on high alert’ as Islamic Republic readies...

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Air France and KLM cancel weekend flights to Tel Aviv, citing regional tensions

Air France and KLM cancel weekend flights to Tel Aviv, citing regional tensions

Airlines, which are owned by same holding company, also cancel flights to Saudi Arabia and Dubai, even as there are no changes to guidelines from IDF...

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Three hurt in car explosion near northern Arab town; police suspect criminal motive

Three hurt in car explosion near northern Arab town; police suspect criminal motive

Three women hospitalized with moderate and light wounds after blast outside Ar’ara; separately, two men stabbed during brawl in southern Bedouin...

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Germany begins trial of eight neo-Nazi ‘Saxonian Separatists’

Germany begins trial of eight neo-Nazi ‘Saxonian Separatists’

Alleged members, including 3 linked to far-right party AfD, are accused of stockpiling military equipment to ‘cleanse’ east German region...

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