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20Israeli Soldiers Killed Gaza Aid Workers at Point Blank Range in 2025 Massacre: Report
A report by Earshot and Forensic Architecture reconstructs a 2025 massacre in Gaza, finding Israeli soldiers fired over 900 bullets at aid workers, killing 15. The minute-by-minute reconstruction details the events.
Epstein and Israel
Drop Site News on Substack presents an exclusive series examining Jeffrey Epstein's alleged involvement in Israeli intelligence operations. The publication boasts hundreds of thousands of subscribers.
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A proposal has been made to launch a cryptocurrency pegged to the U.S. dollar in Gaza. This initiative follows a period where the cash supply in the region was severely reduced during the Israeli offensive.
Film can change the world "but not in a political way," says Wim Wenders
Wim Wenders stated at the Berlinale press conference that film can change the world, but not in a political way. When asked about Germany's support for Israel, Wenders said filmmakers should do the work of people, not politicians.
Croatian media workers protest against genocide and attacks on journalists : Peoples Dispatch
Croatian media workers, including the country's journalists' union and professional association, protested against Israel's actions in Gaza, specifically condemning the targeted killing of Palestinian reporters. The protest highlights solidarity and concern for press freedom in conflict zones.
Israelis accused of using military secrets to place Polymarket bets : NPR
Israel has accused two individuals of using military secrets to place bets on Polymarket. The Tel Aviv indictment is the first publicly known instance of people being accused of leveraging confidential information for profit on the prediction market.
AI drone startup XTEND to enter Nasdaq at $1.5 billion valuation in merger backed by
Israeli AI drone startup XTEND is set to enter the Nasdaq with a $1.5 billion valuation through a merger. The company has also secured a $152 million investment to bolster its drone operating system development.
Palo Alto Networks to buy Israeli co Koi Security for $400m
Palo Alto Networks is acquiring Israeli cybersecurity company Koi Security for $400 million. Koi Security has developed an AI-driven software engine, leveraging large language models and AI agents to identify malware and application vulnerabilities.
@leloveluck.bsky.social on Bluesky
The Bluesky profile @leloveluck.bsky.social belongs to Louisa Loveluck, a London-based correspondent for The Washington Post. She covers international crises, including the Israel-Gaza war, and is a Pulitzer finalist and OPC Award winner.
How Social Media Abdicated Responsibility for the News
Kyle Chayka argues that social media platforms such as X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok have abdicated their responsibility for news, leading to disinformation, bias, and a lack of real-time reporting, specifically in the context of the Israel-Hamas conflict. The platforms' design and monetization strategies prioritize engagement over accuracy, exacerbating the problem.
Globes
Globes is an Israeli financial daily providing business news and analysis. Coverage includes the economy, finance, technology, healthcare, defense, and real estate, updated throughout the Israeli work week.
ServiceNow buys Israeli BI co Pyramid Analytics
ServiceNow is acquiring Israeli business intelligence company Pyramid Analytics for a price estimated in the hundreds of millions of dollars. The acquisition is expected to give investors a low return.
Politics and Protest at the Olympics
The Council on Foreign Relations provides a timeline of political statements made at the Olympics via boycotts and protests from 1906 to 2024. Despite the International Olympic Committee's claim of apolitical games, governments and athletes have used the Olympics to make political statements.
Washington imposes 'terrorist-grade sanctions' on Francesca Albanese, ICC judges
The US government imposed sanctions on Francesca Albanese, a UN rights official, and ICC judges, reportedly after US tech companies requested action. These companies alleged Albanese sent "threatening letters" warning them of complicity in the "genocide in Gaza."
Ms. Rachel Is Hamas Now
StopAntisemitism, run by Liora Rez, is pressuring the government to take action against Ms. Rachel, a YouTube personality who creates content for children. Rez considers Ms. Rachel a threat to national security because of her perceived association with Palestine.
Melania Promotes Movie at WH, Says It’s ‘Not Promotion’
Melania Trump promoted a movie titled 'Melania' at the White House. She insisted it wasn't promotion, even though she mentioned the documentary five times in ten minutes during a meeting with freed Israeli hostages.
Lizzy Savetsky called a video of Meir Kahane ‘the truth'
Pro-Israel influencer Lizzy Savetsky sparked controversy after posting a video quoting Rabbi Meir Kahane, igniting debates regarding extremism within Jewish discourse. The backlash prompted discussion about the appropriateness of Kahane's views in contemporary dialogue.
Now that Israel has admitted the Gaza death toll is accurate, don’t let apologists move the goalposts
Ben Reiff argues that after Israel acknowledged the accuracy of the Gaza health ministry's death toll figures, apologists shifted the focus to the civilian-to-militant ratio. He characterizes this shift as an attempt to move the goalposts and downplay the significance of the initial figures.
CTech
CTech is an Israeli tech news publication covering startups, technology advancements, and the business aspects of the Israeli innovation ecosystem. It provides news and analysis on the tech industry in Israel.
Xi’s Purge of the Chinese Military
Xi Jinping's purge of high-ranking military officials in China is fueling intense speculation. The article also mentions Israel and the ongoing hostage situation in Gaza.