Shekel Exchange Rates End of Day Tuesday, October 6, 2026
The Bank of Israel released end-of-day exchange rates for October 6, 2026, with the US Dollar trading at 3.0530 NIS and the Euro at 3.4323 NIS.
East Jerusalem
Right-Leaning Bereaved Families Call for Inquiry Committee without High Court Involvement
Bereaved families from "Justice and Law" and "Gvura" forums in Jerusalem are calling for an independent Oct 7 inquiry, excluding Supreme Court involvement.
Five-Story Illegal Building Demolished in Jerusalem’s A-Tur Neighborhood
Jerusalem officials demolished an illegal five-story residential building in A-Tur, built without permits on land designated for public use.
Netanyahu Threatens ‘Tremendous Force’ if Hamas Tries to Influence Elections
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued a stern warning to Hamas, threatening "tremendous force" if the group attempts to influence Israel's October 27.
Manhunt Underway After Motorcyclist Strikes Police Officer in Lod
A police officer was lightly injured in Lod, Israel, after being struck by a fleeing motorcyclist during an operation, prompting a manhunt.
Credit Card Spending Hits Record NIS 53 Billion in September
Credit card spending in Israel surged to a record NIS 53.25 billion in September, fueled by holiday shopping and a notable increase in online transactions.
Likud Signs Surplus Vote Agreements With Religious Zionism and Zehut Parties
The Likud party has signed surplus vote agreements with the Religious Zionism and Zehut parties in Jerusalem on Tuesday, October 6, 2026.
Two Injured in Jerusalem Car Explosion, Police Suspect Criminal Incident
A car explosion in Jerusalem on October 6, 2026, injured a 50-year-old man and a 13-year-old boy; police suspect organized crime.
Israeli, Canadian Companies Team Up to Improve Rare-Disease Diagnosis
Israeli firm Geneyx Genomex and Canadian EpiSign Inc. are collaborating to enhance rare disease diagnosis by combining genetic and gene expression analysis.
Two Injured in Vehicle Explosion in Jerusalem’s Armon HaNetziv District
Two people were injured in a vehicle explosion on Meir Feinstein Street in Jerusalem's Armon HaNetziv neighborhood early Tuesday, with police investigating a.