Israel
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Jerusalem mayor honors judoka Timna Nelson-Levy after European silver
June 12, 2026 — Jerusalem mayor honors judoka Timna Nelson-Levy after European silver. Moshe Lion praised the Jerusalem native as “a source of pride for the capital and all of Israel, citing her determination, perseverance and pursuit of excellence.”
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Israel rejects European criticism of tougher Gaza NGO vetting
June 12, 2026 — Israel rejects European criticism of tougher Gaza NGO vetting. NGOs abused the system to carry out political advocacy, and even justify cooperation with terrorists.
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Maccabiah torch relay to cross Israel in tribute to October 7 victims and heroes
June 12, 2026 — Maccabiah torch relay to cross Israel in tribute to October 7 victims and heroes. Three-day motorcycle convoy will visit more than 30 local authorities before the July 1 opening ceremony in Jerusalem, honoring resilience, renewal and Israel’s shared story
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One of Israels busiest train stations to double in size exclusive look at major makeover
June 12, 2026 — One of Israel’s busiest train stations to double in size: exclusive look at major makeover. The Savidor Central Station expansion will add new platforms over the Ayalon River, a modern passenger hall, and connecting bridges, doubling the station’s size and increasing train frequency from 14 to 26 per hour
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Bucking boycotts prizewinning Israeli astrophysicist finds Zen-like perspective in space
June 12, 2026 — Bucking boycotts, prizewinning Israeli astrophysicist finds ‘Zen-like’ perspective in space. Open University’s first Blavatnik Award laureate, Paz Beniamini, studies cosmic bursts and neutron stars; says science must ‘be done on international level’ regardless of politics
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At Israels Archives Week event a backstage look at the birth of modern Hebrew
June 12, 2026 — At Israel’s Archives Week event, a backstage look at the birth of modern Hebrew. From forgotten photographs and handwritten notes to aging microfilm reels, a weeklong series offers a rare glimpse of the documents curating the nation’s memory
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Knesset passes bill recognizing Israeli Sign Language
June 12, 2026 — Knesset passes bill recognizing Israeli Sign Language. Former MK and deaf political activist Shirly Pinto praised the passing of the bill as “a historic day for the State of Israel.”
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Israel set to approve funding plan for 61 West Bank settlements
June 11, 2026 — Israel set to approve funding plan for 61 West Bank settlements – report. Axios’s Barak Ravid reported on X/Twitter that the proposal is scheduled to be brought before the cabinet for approval. Additional details about the plan were not immediately available.
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Likud confirms Netanyahu to seek reelection after Trump notes amazing career
June 10, 2026 — Likud confirms Netanyahu to seek reelection, after Trump notes ‘amazing career.’ “With God’s help, he will win,” tweeted the ruling party.
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TSG unveils AIdriven DroneWeaver System for rapid counterUAS defense
June 10, 2026 — TSG unveils AI‑driven DroneWeaver System for rapid counter‑UAS defense. DroneWeaver can be a flexible and scalable solution capable of managing complex airspace environments
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Israeli hospital performs worlds first experimental gene therapy for rare genetic epilepsy
June 9, 2026 — Israeli hospital performs world’s first experimental gene therapy for rare genetic epilepsy. The treatment, administered at Schneider Children’s Medical Center of Israel in Petah Tikva, is a major milestone in the development of precision genetic therapies for rare neurological disorders.
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IDF preparing for days of war with Iran or even for a longer period
June 8, 2026 — IDF preparing for days of war with Iran, ‘or even for a longer period.’ Overnight, 22 missiles were launched from Iran, in addition to two projectiles fired by Yemen’s Houthi terrorists.
