Source: https://www.timesofisrael.com/
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Israel’s NY envoy quits in protest of overhaul ‘to join fight for Israel’s future’
Asaf Zamir, who was summoned to Jerusalem last week for comments against coalition, pens open letter saying effort to curb judiciary 'undermines democratic system's foundation'... Read more
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‘We are not afraid’: Mass protests erupt nationwide after Netanyahu fires Gallant
Waving Israeli flags, protesters light bonfires, block major Tel Aviv highway; police use water cannons in Jerusalem as demonstrators plan march to Knesset... Read more
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US ‘deeply concerned’ after PM fires Gallant, urges compromise on judicial revamp
White House highlights recent call with PM where Biden raised concern over legislative efforts, stresses importance for checks and balances as bilateral ties deteriorate further... Read more
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Activists plan Passover ‘pizza party’ to protest hospital hametz law
Legislation would give hospital directors the power to ban leavened products from their institutions during the week-long holiday... Read more
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Indonesia’s tensions with Israel force delay of FIFA U20 World Cup draw
Tournament, set to be held in Bali, pushed back due to protests against Jewish state's debut at tournament, governor's calls for ban of players over Palestinian issue... Read more
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In Or Akiva, social strife driving overhaul conflict rises to the surface
The impoverished and largely Sephardic town, eclipsed by its wealthy neighbor Caesarea, has become a flashpoint for violence by right-wing demonstrators... Read more
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Netanyahu fires defense minister Gallant for calling to pause judicial overhaul
'Israel's security remains my life's mission,' ousted minister says in response; Avi Dichter thought to be in line for post as coalition barrels ahead with legal shakeup... Read more
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Kiryat Motzkin mayor charged with multiple corruption offenses in two cases
Haim Tzuri accused of offering job to activist in rival party in exchange for information, gathering municipal data on locals’ political preferences to secure reelection... Read more
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Israel-UAE free trade deal takes force as customs agreement inked in Jerusalem
Netanyahu says pact will boost business between nations, 'bring down the cost of living'; 96% of traded products to be exempt from customs... Read more
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Man shot dead in northern town, pushing 2023 toll in Arab towns to 39
Two others injured, one of them victim's brother; incident comes less than a day after man killed in gunfight with police... Read more
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Senior defense official: Israel’s enemies see country ‘as weak’ given overhaul rifts
Official warns foes are planning attacks ‘based on their assumption that Israel is paralyzed,’ says pushing ahead with legislation will cause ‘damage to competence’... Read more
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Deputy AG blasts ‘fundamental flaws’ in bill to return Deri to cabinet
Gil Limon tells Knesset panel law opens legal 'black hole,' will allow convicted criminals to hold senior positions; legal official warns Gifts Law will open door to corruption... Read more
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OurCrowd inks initial accord for tech incubator to boost Latin America-Israel ties
Uruguay to build on Israel's incubator program to turn the country into innovation hub; Uruguay’s industry minister leads 40-person delegation for tech ties... Read more
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The next frontier: Israel taps AI and metaverse for aid in digital diplomacy
Speaking in many tongues with the aid of a Tel Aviv startup, the Foreign Ministry is boldly venturing into the virtual realm to get its messages across to friends and foes... Read more
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Gantz says he’s committed to holding ‘good faith’ talks with coalition on overhaul
National Unity leader says both sides must draw closer and 'find creative solutions' to resolve tensions over government's sweeping judiciary-changing proposals... Read more