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Moshe Hillel ("the Singing Paratrooper") Passes Away
Singer Moshe Hillel, known as "the Singing Paratrooper," has died at the age of 81. Hillel rose to fame in the 1970s with the song "The Boy with the Banjo" and was identified with the Mizrahi music festival.
About 50 countries expected to issue statement on humanitarian situation in Gaza
About 50 countries are expected to issue a joint statement on the humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip, at the initiative of Britain. The statement includes demands on the Israeli government to lift restrictions on the entry of aid, expand the activity of international aid organizations, and grant access to journalists and delegations.
Itamar Ben-Gvir Appointed Chairman of the Religious Zionism Faction in the Knesset
Religious Zionism party leader and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich announced the appointment of MK Itamar Ben-Gvir as chairman of the faction in the Knesset. The appointment was announced at the beginning of the week and signifies a change at the top of the faction.
Liberman denies talks with United Torah Judaism and reports of softening on conscription law
Israel Beiteinu chairman Avigdor Liberman denied talks with United Torah Judaism and discussions on freezing the arrest law, saying no such discussion took place, directly or indirectly. He said a precondition for any law is that it pass the High Court of Justice test.
Liberman: Conscription bill he proposed in 2018 could serve as basis for discussion
Yisrael Beytenu chairman Avigdor Liberman said willingness to compromise does not mean giving up on principles. He said the bill he presented in 2018 could serve as a good basis for discussion on the conscription issue.
Liberman: Passing the High Court Test Is the Precondition for Any Draft Law
Yisrael Beytenu chairman Avigdor Liberman wrote that the precondition for any draft law is that it pass the High Court of Justice test. According to him, there is no point in wasting even a minute on legislation that would not be legally admissible.
Ness Ziona Beat Kiryat Ata 111:81
Ironi Ness Ziona beat Kiryat Ata 111:81 in the Israeli Basketball Premier League. It is Ness Ziona's third straight win this season.
The Deal Taking Shape Between Liberman and the Haredim: Halting Deserter Arrests and Splitting Portfolios
Yisrael Beytenu and United Torah Judaism have reached preliminary understandings on halting arrests of Haredi deserters, fast-track legislation on the matter, handing the Interior and Housing portfolios to United Torah Judaism, and setting up a committee to examine a service model for all populations. Talks are ongoing, but at the end of the week a rift emerged between the parties within the change bloc. Netanyahu wants to speak urgently with the rabbis.
Petah Tikva Resident Dies of Wounds; Suspect Detained, Investigation Continues on Suspicion of Manslaughter
A Petah Tikva resident, 59, died of his wounds after a violent incident in the city on November 5. Police said an investigation is ongoing on suspicion of manslaughter, and a suspect arrested in the case had his detention extended until November 10.
Abu Dhabi in the spotlight: Israeli airlines weigh an alternative to Dubai
After flights to Dubai were frozen, El Al, Israir and Arkia are considering launching a route to Abu Dhabi. Security officials have approved Israeli airlines flying to the destination, but no official announcement of the route's launch has been made.
Syria Sends Military Personnel to Saudi Arabia; Damascus Denies Forces Sent to Yemen
Dozens of Syrian military personnel have arrived in Saudi Arabia in recent weeks for advisory and training purposes, according to two Syrian military sources and a US source who confirmed the teams are assisting in training Saudi and Yemeni forces. Damascus denied that Syrian forces have been sent to Yemen.
The US State Department is offering a reward of up to $20 million for anyone who provides information on Iran's nuclear program, including facilities, equipment, scientists and personnel connected to it. The offer also includes the option of relocation to another place of residence.
Netanyahu appoints Ofir Katz as chairman of Likud faction
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu appointed Knesset member Ofir Katz to the post of chairman of the Likud faction. The appointment refers to the 26th Knesset, meaning the Knesset that will be formed after the next elections.
17 people were injured this morning in a collision between a minibus and a bus on the Ayalon Highway heading south, near the Rokach Interchange in Tel Aviv. The minibus driver, about 50 years old, was seriously injured and trapped in his vehicle.
Red Alert Siren in Nir Oz Turns Out to Be False Detection
A red alert siren was activated in Kibbutz Nir Oz in the Gaza envelope. The IDF said it was a false detection. Details are still under examination.
Home Front Command: Incident Over, Public May Leave Protected Spaces
The Home Front Command announced that the incident in the north has ended and people may leave protected spaces. The announcement was made after the incident in the Nir Oz area ended.
Division 98 completes its mission in Judea and Samaria
Division 98 has completed its mission commanding the Yehuda and Etzion Brigades, which it began on September 25. During the period, more than 1,500 counterterrorism operations were carried out, more than 140 suspects were arrested, and some 35 weapons were located. With the end of the mission, the division will serve as a General Staff reserve.
Vote on Impeaching Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth in Congress
Republican House member Thomas Massie announced he will file a motion to open impeachment proceedings against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth when Congress resumes activity next week. The motion is expected to come to a vote this week, and the Republican leadership estimates it will pass, but actual removal would require a two-thirds majority in the Senate.
Former Israeli Premier League Star Chooses to Represent Syria
Diangelo Harrison, a former Premier League guard, has naturalized in Syria and will play for its national team. The player most recently played in Iran and moved to the Syrian league.
Ronaldo in Photo With Palestinian Scarf: Post Spread Online as He Retires From Portugal Squad
A Palestinian activist published footage that purportedly shows Cristiano Ronaldo wearing a Palestinian scarf at the 2009 Ballon d'Or ceremony. The post spread on social media at the same time as the player's announcement that he is retiring from the Portugal national team.
In the Netherlands, Oscar Gloukh Is Praised Despite Criticism
Oscar Gloukh set up two goals in Ajax's 2-2 draw with Twente, and the Israeli player has been praised in the Netherlands. One of the assists came just before the national team break.
US President Donald Trump announced that Stephen Miller, deputy chief of staff and one of his closest advisers, will be appointed chief of staff starting Monday, November 9. Susie Wiles, who currently holds the post, will be moved to Trump's political apparatus, and he thanked her for her service.
Seven people were killed and at least 112 injured in a train crash in the Al-Ayyat area of Giza Governorate, near Cairo, the Egyptian Ministry of Health said. Carriages derailed and overturned after trains collided, and train traffic on the Cairo–Aswan line was halted.
Arad continues to become more Haredi: Shufersal to convert the mall branch into 'Yesh Hesed'
The 'Yesh Hesed' chain will open a new branch in the RD commercial center in Arad within the coming month, the chain said. The complex was purchased a year ago by two entrepreneurs from the Ger Hasidic movement, who intend to adapt it to the Haredi public.
Three bodies found in the home of the attacker: new details from the shooting shake…
The bodies of two women and a man were found in the home of the suspect in the shooting at the Market Square in Krakow, Poland, according to his family's apparent identity. Polish police confirmed that they are his father, mother and sister.
Iran executes three men convicted of working for Israel and the US
Iran executed three men Sunday morning: Hassan Divband, Hamid Kazemi and Reza Zangeneh, in the city of Karaj. The Supreme Court upheld the sentences.
Health Ministry and Police Warn Against "Gat Drops" Containing a Dangerous Drug
The Health Ministry and the police are warning against products marketed as "gat drops" as a natural product, after laboratory tests found methamphetamine in them, a synthetic drug with a high potential for addiction. The authorities are calling on the public to avoid buying the products and using them.
After the Republican Party's defeat in the US midterm elections, President Trump faces a decision on resuming fighting against Iran. The Israel Defense Forces are preparing for the possibility of an attack, and no instruction has yet been received from the political echelon for another campaign.
Division 98 ends its operations in Judea and Samaria
Division 98 has ended its operations in Judea and Samaria. During the activity, more than 140 suspects were arrested and over 1,500 operations were carried out.
Motorcyclist, about 30, seriously injured in crash near Amir; electric bicycle rider seriously injured in Kiryat Ata
A motorcyclist, about 30, was seriously injured after being struck by a vehicle on Route 9779 near Kibbutz Amir in the Galilee, and was airlifted by helicopter to Rambam Hospital in Haifa with a head injury. Separately, an electric bicycle rider, about 40, was seriously injured while riding on HaAtzmaut Street in Kiryat Ata.
