Politics

For the seventh consecutive week, around 4,000 people gathered in Tel Aviv's Hamima Square on Saturday evening, joining a growing nationwide movement demanding a change in the government. The demonstration, featuring speakers like singer and actress Liraz Charki and attorney Itamar Kramer, highlighted the dissatisfaction with the current political leadership

In a dramatic turn of events, the Minister of Education's decision to backtrack on canceling the Israel Awards ceremony has sparked widespread criticism, with many calling for his resignation. The announcement of the Minister's withdrawal from his initial decision was met with mixed reactions, as citizens expressed outrage over the possibility of him presiding over the ceremony. Critics argue that his presence would tarnish the event's integrity, given his alleged role in undermining institutional integrity

El Al Airlines has announced a significant expansion of its aircraft fleet with the signing of a deal with Boeing, the American aerospace giant. The deal, valued between $650 million to $730 million, involves the purchase of three 787-9 Dreamliners. These new aircraft are scheduled for delivery in 2029 and 2030

Ministry of Finance has issued a scathing critique of the government's proposed draft exemption law, asserting that its implementation lacks crucial components necessary for success. The ministry's analysis, signed by legal advisor Esi Messing and intended for the Prime Minister's Office, highlights significant concerns regarding the economic and security implications of the proposed legislation

In a late-night session, the Knesset approved, by a majority of 63 consecutive legal application votes, the draft law for the security service, effectively endorsing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's proposal for an exemption from conscription. The vote saw Defense Minister Galant opposing the proposal, drawing applause from the opposition

In a scathing report released by a committee investigating the submarines and vessels affair, former Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces severe criticism for his alleged mishandling of national security and governance, sparking renewed controversy over his leadership legacy

In a surprising turn of events, the Labour Party, led by Keir Starmer, has secured a resounding victory in the British elections, marking their return to power after 14 years. According to a sample released by the Ipsos Institute, Labour has won 410 out of 650 seats in Parliament, surpassing the required 326 for an absolute majority. This landslide victory is the largest since the 1834 elections, dealing a severe blow to the Conservative Party, which secured only 131 seats under the leadership of Rishi Sunak

On Saturday night, thousands of demonstrators gathered across Israel to demand a swift resolution for the release of abducted individuals and to express frustration with the government's handling of the situation. Led by families of the abductees, marches originating from Tel Aviv culminated in a gathering outside the Prime Minister's office in Jerusalem. Simultaneous protests took place in prominent locations including the Azrieli Junction, Kidnapped Square in Tel Aviv, Haifa, Caesarea, and other northern regions

Six pro-Palestinian activists were arrested after breaking into the Elbit Systems company in Bristol with a large vehicle just before 4 a.m. on Wednesday. During the confrontation, two police officers were injured, with one being taken to the hospital for back injuries and later released, while the other received on-site medical treatment for leg injuries

A magnitude 5 earthquake was felt late last night (between Monday and Tuesday) across northern and central Israel, with residents in cities such as Haifa and Tel Aviv reporting strong tremors that shook their homes. The European-Mediterranean Seismological Institute (EMSC) identified the quake's epicenter as being in Syria, approximately 20 kilometers east of the city of Hama. The earthquake's intensity was measured at 5.1, with a depth of 10 kilometers below the surface