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Category: Politics
In a shocking twist, two hostages—Guy Gilboa and Aviatar David—were brought to the release point to witness the return of three hostages: Omar Wankert, Omar Shem Tov, and Eliya Cohen. The two were kidnapped from the Nuba party in Ra’im on October 7 and had been presumed separated during months of captivity. Their families were left in uncertainty until Guy’s father, Ilan Gilboa, received the first sign of life from his son in over eight months. The sign came from one of the six survivors who returned on Saturday, bringing emotional relief to the family
Feb 22, 2025
Category: Government
The funeral of Shiri, Ariel, and Kfir Bibas, who were kidnapped from Kibbutz Nir Oz during the October 7 massacre and murdered in captivity, took place at the Zohar cemetery in the Eshkol region. Tens of thousands of Israelis gathered to pay their respects as the funeral procession made its way from Rishon LeZion to the Sha'ar Negev intersection
Feb 26, 2025
Category: Health
Border controllers of the Population Authority within the Ministry of the Interior announced on Friday that they would strike at border crossings, including Ben Gurion Airport, in response to a salary dispute. However, within two hours, the strike was canceled after the Histadrut, Israel's trade union, reached an agreement with the state to resolve the issue
Mar 1, 2025
Prime Minister Netanyahu Admits Military Secretariat Received Warning of Hamas Attack on October 7th
Category: Government
In a significant shift from previous statements, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed this evening that his military secretariat had received a message on the night of October 7th indicating that Hamas was preparing for an attack. This is the first time Netanyahu has acknowledged the existence of such a message, contradicting earlier claims from his office that no warning signs had reached them
Mar 2, 2025
Category: Politics
In a groundbreaking achievement, the Israeli-Palestinian film No Other Country won the Oscar for Best Documentary at the 95th Academy Awards on Sunday night. The documentary, which has sparked significant controversy in Israel, presents a stark and powerful portrayal of life under Israeli occupation in the Masafar Yatta community in the southern Hebron Hills
Mar 3, 2025
Category: Capital Market
According to data released today by the Central Bureau of Statistics, the average salary for an employee position in Israel increased by 5.1% in 2024, reaching NIS 13,514 compared to NIS 12,863 in 2023. This growth significantly outpaced the consumer price index (CPI), which rose by 3.2% during the same period. However, this wage increase also has a downside for National Insurance benefits, which are linked to the CPI and are expected to be eroded by approximately 2%
Mar 4, 2025
Category: Financial
In a significant move for the Israeli medical technology sector, Boston Scientific has acquired the remaining 90% of shares in the Rehovot-based startup SoniVie for $360 million. The deal may increase by an additional $180 million depending on the achievement of certain milestones, a common arrangement in acquisitions within the field. This acquisition comes after Boston Scientific already owned a 10% stake in SoniVie
Mar 4, 2025
Category: Capital Market
Discount Bank reported a modest increase in net profit for 2024, reaching NIS 4.3 billion, up 2.1% from NIS 4.2 billion in 2023. However, the bank's return on equity (ROE) declined to 14.2%, compared to 15.7% in the previous year. Despite the slight dip in ROE, the bank posted solid results, driven by strong performance in the fourth quarter
Mar 11, 2025
Category: Politics
A recent survey has revealed a significant decline in American support for Israel, with only 46% of adults expressing more sympathy for Israel over the Palestinians when asked, "Who do you sympathize with more?" This marks the lowest level of support Israel has seen in the 25 years the survey has been conducted and follows a similar downward trend seen in 2024, when support was recorded at 51%, tying with 2001 for the lowest ever recorded
Mar 11, 2025
Category: Politics
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accused the head of Shin Bet, Ronen Bar, of conducting a "whole campaign of blackmail and threats" against him, following comments made by former Shin Bet chief Nadav Argaman. However, Netanyahu did not elaborate on the actions behind his accusations
Mar 13, 2025
