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US State Department declared on Wednesday that Israel has been officially accepted into the Visa Waiver Program. This historic announcement has been eagerly awaited by many Israelis, giving rise to both anticipation and inquiries. Under the new regulations, Israeli travelers intending to visit the United States will need to register online through the US government's Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA). ESTA is an automated system designed to determine eligibility for entry into the US under the visa waiver program. Applicants will be required to complete an online...

In the midst of a challenging security situation, foreign airlines are canceling numerous flights to and from Israel, leaving many Israelis stranded abroad. Lufthansa, Swiss Air, Wise Air, Turkish Airlines, and Lot Polish Airlines are among the carriers that have already suspended their services. As a result, Israeli airlines are grappling with a surge in demand for available seats on their flights

Israel government has initiated a relief program to support citizens affected by the war. However, the plan has drawn significant criticism for its limited scope and perceived inefficiency.Starting today, war-affected citizens can submit initial requests for assistance, with grants ranging from NIS 1,000 to NIS 5,000. The Ministry of Finance is expected to develop a comprehensive economic plan, including measures requiring approval from the Knesset's Finance Committee. The estimated cost of this program is approximately two billion shekels

Home Front Command and the Ministry of Education have jointly announced plans to allow partial educational activities in areas considered low-risk ("yellow" authorities). This decision, effective immediately, is contingent upon the presence of nearby protected spaces

The Ministry of Education has confirmed that starting tomorrow, Wednesday, a gradual return to kindergartens will also be possible in the Gush Dan area, the Shefala, the Dead Sea and the Bekaa, according to the defense instructions of the Home Front Command. At the same time, today the Ministry of Education announced the resumption of classes in after-school and long-day education settings in localities where there is educational activity

President Herzog of the State of Israel has made a shocking revelation in an interview with Sky News, stating that Hamas, the Palestinian militant group in the Gaza Strip, had planned to use cyanide against civilian populations. Herzog revealed that a USB device found on Hamas terrorists contained detailed instructions for creating chemical weapons, reminiscent of Al-Qaeda's methods

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced that he will face an investigation regarding the security lapses that enabled the recent terrorist attack by Hamas in the southern region of the country on October 7. However, he has stated that this inquiry will take place only after the current military campaign concludes

In a move aimed at providing crucial support to businesses grappling with the aftermath of the 'Iron Swords' war, the Ministry of Finance has released a memorandum of law outlining a compensation plan. The plan, designed to be swiftly legislated, is set to pave the way for grant applications as early as November 15th, with a primary focus on small businesses and self-employed individuals who have suffered significant economic setbacks due to the conflict

Education Minister Yoav Kish has declared a complete return to routine in the education system for schools located in green areas with no significant restrictions from the Home Front Command. Minister Kish expressed confidence that, barring any deterioration in the situation, the education system will resume normal operations starting next Sunday in these green zones

In a landmark move, the Director General of the Ministry of Defense, Maj. Gen. Eyal Zamir, has officially signed a contract for the sale of Israel's cutting-edge air defense system, "Kele David" (Magic Wand), to Finland. The deal, valued at 317 million euros (1.3 billion shekels), marks the first international sale of Rafael's highly acclaimed missile defense system