Report: Egyptian Contractors Enter Gaza to Survey Site for ‘Green Rafah’
Egyptian contractors surveyed eastern Rafah for the UAE-funded "Green Rafah" housing project, reportedly approved by PM Netanyahu.
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Government Approves Extension of Reserve Duty Framework to 200,000 Troops
Israel's government has approved extending the reserve duty framework for up to 200,000 soldiers, bolstering IDF readiness amid ongoing security challenges.
Prime Minister's Office: Another balloon of lies has burst
Israeli PM's Office debunks false claims, stating another "balloon of lies has burst" regarding recent events.
Election Committee to Hold Hearing on Efforts to Bring Israelis Abroad Home to Vote
The Central Elections Committee will hold a hearing on October 6th regarding Likud's petition to facilitate expat Israelis voting in the upcoming elections.
Finance Ministry Recommends Against Taxing Artificial Intelligence
Israel's Finance Ministry recommends against taxing AI, warning of economic harm and recommending alternative tax sources like vacant land and corporate.
Shin Bet Urges Party Leaders to Hire Private Security
Amid election campaign threats, the Shin Bet recommends political party leaders hire private security, including Yashar Party chair Gadi Eisenkot.
Prime Minister's Office: Today I filed defamation lawsuits against the false accusations that I allegedly received a warning before October 7th
PM Netanyahu files defamation lawsuits over false October 7th warning claims, calling them lies aimed at toppling his government.
Security Measures for Israeli Political Party Leaders Increased
Israel's Shin Bet announces new security measures for political party leaders, including continuous threat assessments and authorized firearms for private.
Bennett: If We Don’t Draft Haredim in the Next Term, the IDF Will Simply Collapse
Former PM Naftali Bennett stated the IDF could collapse if Haredi men aren't drafted next term, citing a shortage of 20,000 soldiers.
Shin Bet Will Not Provide Security for Gadi Eisenkot
Shin Bet will not offer personal security to Gadi Eisenkot, citing intelligence assessments, but will provide broader threat monitoring for Yashar Party.