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- 1Gaza merchants resume aid deliveries after Hamas drops truck taxโGaza merchants resume aid deliveries after Hamas drops NIS 10K truck tax
Merchants in Gaza have resumed bringing in aid deliveries after Hamas dropped a levy of 10,000 shekels (roughly $2,700) per truck. The tax, imposed on goods entering the territory, had halted much commercial and humanitarian traffic, worsening shortages for residents already facing severe supply constraints.
- 2Border crossing closure sends food prices soaring in GazaโSince the crossing was closed, fruits and vegetables have begun disappearing from our markets, and the prices of even th
A resident reports that since the crossing was closed, fruits and vegetables have begun disappearing from markets and prices of basic necessities have risen to unimaginable levels. A kilo of sugar now reportedly costs 70 shekels, about $22, illustrating how the closure is cutting off supplies and driving inflation for everyday goods.
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Israeli artificial intelligence startup Vizby has been sold in a deal reported to be worth millions of shekels, according to The Jerusalem Post. The sale adds to a string of recent transactions involving Israeli AI companies, a sector drawing strong buyer interest. Further details about the buyer, the exact sum and the terms of the agreement have not yet been made public.
- 4Commentators invoke Amos 8:5 to attack $59.99 Trump BibleโThe $59.99 Bible salesman should open to Amos 8:5. It condemns those who "make the ephah small and the shekel great." Sh
Critics are mocking the $59.99 Trump-endorsed Bible by pointing to Amos 8:5, a verse condemning merchants who shrink goods and inflate prices. Commenters argue the price gouging reference is fitting given that Trump promised cheaper groceries but delivered higher prices, while some religious supporters continue to champion him. The joke is spreading across social media as a pointed critique of mixing commerce, religion and politics.
- 5Gaza merchants resume aid deliveries after Hamas drops truck taxโผGaza merchants resume aid deliveries after Hamas drops NIS 10k. truck tax
Merchants in Gaza have resumed bringing in aid deliveries after Hamas abolished a fee of 10,000 shekels per truck, according to the Jerusalem Post. The levy had effectively halted the flow of goods, and its removal is expected to ease humanitarian supply bottlenecks, though questions remain about how deliveries will be managed going forward.
- 6Israel Arrests 21 in Alleged Gaza Contractor Fraud SchemeโผIsrael Arrests 21 in Alleged Multimillion-Shekel Gaza Contractor Fraud Scheme
Israeli authorities have arrested 21 people suspected of involvement in a multimillion-shekel fraud scheme linked to contractors working with Gaza. The case, reported by Haaretz, alleges financial wrongdoing tied to reconstruction or supply contracts. Details of the suspects' identities and the exact mechanics of the alleged scheme have not been released, and the investigation appears to be ongoing.
- 7Bank of Israel pauses rate cuts amid political and currency risksโผBank of Israel halts rate cuts as political and currency risks cloud outlook
The Bank of Israel has stopped cutting interest rates, holding its benchmark rate steady despite expectations of further easing. The decision reflects concerns that ongoing political tensions and pressure on the shekel could fuel inflation if the bank loosens policy too quickly. Officials signalled they would wait for calmer conditions before resuming rate cuts.
- 821 Arrested in Suspected Multimillion Gaza War Fraud Schemeโ21 arrested in suspected multimillion Gaza war fraud scheme https:// fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.isra elhayom.com/2026/10/
Israeli authorities have arrested 21 people in connection with a suspected fraud scheme involving millions of shekels tied to the Gaza war. According to Israel Hayom, the arrests are part of an investigation into alleged financial wrongdoing linked to wartime activity. Details about the suspects and the exact nature of the alleged fraud have not been released.
- 9Israeli Police Arrest 21 in Gaza War Contractor Fraud CaseโผIsraeli Police Arrest 21 Suspects in Multimillion-Shekel Gaza War Contractor Fraud: 7 outlets compared
Israeli police have arrested 21 suspects in connection with an alleged fraud scheme involving contractors linked to the Gaza war, reportedly worth millions of shekels. The arrests were covered across multiple Israeli and international outlets, though details about the suspects, the companies involved, and how the alleged scheme operated have not yet been made fully public.
- 10IDF soldiers and contractors arrested over multimillion-shekel Gaza fraudโผIDF soldiers, contractors arrested over suspected multimillion-shekel Gaza fraud
Israeli Defence Forces soldiers and civilian contractors have been arrested on suspicion of involvement in a fraud scheme worth millions of shekels connected to activity in Gaza. The arrests were reported by The Jerusalem Post. Few further details have been released about the scale of the suspected scheme, the identities of those detained, or what exactly the money related to.
- 11Hard-to-find vegetables sold openly at inflated pricesโImagine, these are the vegetables brazenly displayed on stalls in vegetable shops, as if it were perfectly normal! The m
Shoppers are complaining that vegetables which are supposedly unavailable are being openly displayed and sold in vegetable shops, with a merchant reportedly charging around 15 shekels for produce that is otherwise in short supply. The post accuses sellers of sourcing scarce goods privately and selling them at a markup while presenting the situation as normal, sparking anger over opportunistic pricing during shortages.
- 1221 Arrested in Israel Over Suspected Gaza War Contract Fraudโผ21 civilians, IDF personnel arrested in suspected multimillion-shekel Gaza war contract fraud
Israeli authorities arrested 21 people, including civilians and IDF personnel, on suspicion of fraud involving contracts worth millions of shekels connected to the Gaza war. The case reportedly involves corruption in procurement related to wartime spending, though details about the alleged scheme and those involved remain limited.
- 1321 arrested in Israel over fraud tied to Gaza operationsโ21 arrested, including IDF personnel and contractors; suspected of millions of shekels in fraud tied to Gaza operations
Israeli authorities have arrested 21 people, including Israel Defense Forces personnel and civilian contractors, on suspicion of fraud amounting to millions of shekels connected to operations linked to Gaza. The case reportedly involves suspects allegedly profiting from arrangements tied to the military effort. Further details about the investigation and charges have not been released.
- 14Israel approves 2.6 billion shekel cuts to boost security budgetโ๐ข DefenseBudget | 4/10 ๐ฎ๐ฑ Israeli government approves 2.6 billion shekel cuts to boost security budget Israel's governme
Israel's government has approved cuts of 2.6 billion shekels across all ministries, with the money redirected to the security budget. The decision reallocates state resources amid ongoing security pressures, drawing attention to how civilian spending will be affected and how the additional defense funds will be used.
- 15Israel cuts health and education funds for military spendingโAgenzia Nova: Israele: governo taglia fondi a sanita' e istruzione per acquisti militari, proteste opposizione (2) 18 ot
Israel's government is cutting funds for health and education to finance military purchases, according to Agenzia Nova. The move comes just days after the approval of roughly one billion shekels in funding, and opposition parties are protesting the decision, arguing that essential public services are being sacrificed for defense priorities.
- 16Israel to allocate 25 million shekels for women in technologyโIsrael to allocate 25 million shekels to women in technology โ Jerusalem Post
Israel is set to allocate 25 million shekels to support women in the technology sector, according to the Jerusalem Post. The funding is aimed at boosting female participation in tech, though details on how the money will be distributed and who qualifies have not yet been made clear in the available reporting.