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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

Ministry of Economy shed light on concerning practices by retailers who seem to be taking advantage of the ongoing conflict. Published yesterday, the review exposes a surge in prices for various essential goods, accompanied by additional concessions that may adversely impact consumers

In a daring nighttime operation, the United States military announced that its destroyer, the USS Mason, successfully rescued the tanker "The Central Park" in the Gulf of Aden. The vessel, owned by the British company Zodiac Maritime and operated by Israeli billionaire Eyal Ofer, had reportedly fallen prey to an "unidentified force" in the strategically significant region

In a late-night session between Monday and Tuesday, the government gave the green light to the budget framework for 2023, despite facing opposition from key figures within its own ranks. Notably, Economy Minister Nir Barkat and several members of the original coalition, including prominent figures like Benny Gantz, Hili Trooper, and Gadi Eisenkot, voiced dissent

In a significant development, the ceasefire between Hamas and Israel has been extended for the fifth day, leading to the release of abducted individuals, including a mother and her daughter. The release was part of negotiations involving high-ranking officials, including the heads of the Mossad and the CIA, who met with the Prime Minister of Qatar