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The Commander of the Central Command signed on Tuesday 18 new jurisdictions for communities in Judea and Samaria, including new settlements, young settlements, and veteran communities. The move is part of Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich's policy to expand and regulate the settlements, with 70 new jurisdictions promoted in less than a year.

Our correspondent Moti Kastel reports on data from a polling station in Be'er Ya'akov that raises questions regarding the Likud primary results. According to the records, only 240 valid votes were cast, yet the published results credit Shashi Gueta with 260 votes—20 more than the total number of valid ballots.

As first revealed in "Hayom", discrepancies were found in several polling stations between the actual results and the manual protocols. This evening, the party court ruled to reject Minister Gamliel's request to stop the vote count at the polling station in Be'er Ya'akov.

The Hind Rajab Foundation has appealed to the US Department of Justice ahead of Arieh King's expected visit to the country, attributing to him "war crimes" and "incitement to genocide." As of now, the US Department of Justice has not announced the opening of an investigation against King, who told Walla: "Antisemitism under the guise of human rights activity."

Moshe Gafni was asked if he would recommend that the 'Torah giants' support Gadi Eisenkot and did not rule out the possibility: "I know what I am going to recommend, but I am not allowed to say." Regarding the partnership with Benjamin Netanyahu, he stated: "We reached the conclusion that in this term we cannot do things with them that concern our children and our families."

Gila Gamliel filed a petition to the Likud party court demanding to stop the recount of votes in the Be'er Ya'akov branch, which is being held following irregularities found there. The minister fears that Eti Atiya will overtake her and push her to an unrealistic spot on the Knesset list.

A former employee at the Prime Minister's residence, Yehiel Ohav Ami, has filed a 450,000 shekel lawsuit against the Prime Minister's Office. He accuses Sara Netanyahu of systematic bullying, humiliation, and unreasonable demands.

Rami Ben-Hamo, who was employed as a household worker at the Balfour Street residence, filed a lawsuit against the Prime Minister's Office. The lawsuit alleges humiliating treatment, comments about his ethnicity ("you are an undeveloped Moroccan"), shouting, and demands to clean floors on his knees. According to the claims, Ben-Hamo underwent an angioplasty following a cardiac event, but the harsh...

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar decided today, Tuesday, that Dutch representatives will be expelled immediately from the International Support Center for Gaza in Kiryat Gat, following the advice of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The expulsion follows a series of anti-Israel moves by the Dutch government, including the enactment of a law prohibiting trade with Israeli products from Judea and...

Reserve Brigadier General Ofer Winter has officially launched a new right-wing party. The list includes activist Yoseph Haddad, journalist Netali Shem Tov, Sigal Kraunik-Atiya, and several other public figures.

Itamar Ben Gvir sent a pre-lawsuit warning letter to Gadi Eisenkot following remarks made in a podcast, which he claims attribute incitement to killing and racism to him. Eisenkot is required to apologize, remove the publication, and pay 100,000 shekels within 72 hours, otherwise legal proceedings will be taken against him.

Naftali Bennett toured frontline communities in the north and presented a move to promote a dedicated law for the rehabilitation and development of the region, similar to the Tkuma Law in the south. According to him, the law will bind government ministries and include implementation mechanisms: "Not just another work plan that remains on paper."

The CEO of the Second Authority sent a sharp letter to the CEOs of broadcasting outlets, demanding strict adherence to five principles amid grave concerns regarding the spread of fake news and the manipulative use of artificial intelligence.

The actions of MK Zvi Sukkot in the village of Madama have received extensive coverage in Europe and the Muslim world. Reports highlight that Israeli soldiers protected the ultra-nationalist parliamentarian as he defaced a monument in the West Bank. The move has drawn criticism within Israel for being carried out without coordination with the army.

A CNN article extensively covered the Prime Minister's decision to focus on the Turkish threat, mentioning the campaign billboard where Erdogan is shown alongside the leaders of Iran, Hezbollah, and the Mayor of New York. Netanyahu told Channel 9: 'I do not want to see Turkey moving south.'

Polls predicting only about 15 mandates for the Bennett-Lapid list are causing tension in Yesh Atid, where most of the incumbent MKs are expected to be left out. A post on the party's youth Instagram page, which was later deleted, hinted at which MKs might get realistic spots and which senior members were pushed out.

Yehuda Eliyahu, Acting Director General of the Israel Land Authority, has canceled a musical featuring women's singing for a Rosh Hashanah event. He had previously agreed with the union to provide an alternative, but reneged on the deal.

The Prime Minister claimed that the defense budget must be urgently increased by tens of billions of shekels, but the discussion in the government was canceled. It remains unclear whether the initiative will be implemented before the elections.

After a long-standing dispute with Minister of Education Yoav Kisch, legal advisor to the Council for Higher Education Yael Tur-Kaspa is stepping down. Her departure date is set for October 31, preventing the minister from appointing a successor.

Against the backdrop of Ofer Winter's announcement of the establishment of his new party, senior Likud officials clarify that as far as they are concerned, he is not part of the right-wing bloc: "Let him go and scrape votes from the other camp. The existing parties in the current right-wing bloc are not only of right-wing views but are also committed to the camp and its victory. So far, apart from...

The chairman of United Torah Judaism toured Rehovot and refused to commit to a partnership with the Prime Minister, stating he does not know which party Netanyahu belongs to. Gafni took a jab at Shas, attacked the Supreme Court regarding the kindergarten teachers' budget, and clarified that he does not trust any actor in the political system.

Senior high-tech figure Oren Dobronsky, who was reserved a spot in Likud, explains why he decided to enter politics, reveals the high grade he gives the government, and declares that for him, this is a real draft order.

MK Zvi Sukkot destroyed a monument to terrorists in a Palestinian village and claimed that the IDF did not respond to his demand. The army responded sharply, and the chairman of the Religious Zionism faction wondered in a closed group: "Is this a move coordinated with the campaign? Is there a deep strategy in it?"

Following the departure of Yael Ron Ben-Moshe, the Blue and White chairman is left with only three MKs. However, it has now emerged that mayors are working to recruit Pnina Tamano-Shata to the Likud.

Against the backdrop of stagnation in the polls, Yael Ron Ben-Moshe joins the list of those leaving Blue and White. She stated that current unity efforts might be counterproductive. Gantz is left with only three MKs.

MK Yael Ron Ben-Moshe informed Benny Gantz that she will not participate in his new political framework. She described the decision as one of the most difficult of her life, citing a divergence in vision regarding the party's direction.

Minister of Education Yoav Kisch initiated an expert committee to address the teacher shortage, but a year after the report was submitted, its recommendations remain unimplemented. The report proposed national licensing exams, reduced classroom hours, and a consolidation of teaching colleges.

Upon its establishment, the Ultra-Orthodox Public Party is threatening a lawsuit following blunt accusations regarding its chairman's motives. The party stated that the lawsuit is underway and that any proceeds will be transferred directly to its campaign.

The chairman of the Democrats, Yair Golan, commented on footage showing MK Zvi Sukkot destroying monuments to terrorists in Samaria. In response to the accusations, Sukkot demanded the post be deleted, threatening a lawsuit.

Parties from all ends of the political spectrum are preparing for a decision ahead of the most dramatic moment on the way to the ballot box. What will Netanyahu decide? Who will join Eisenkot? How many of the incumbent Yesh Atid MKs will be pushed out? How will Winter's entry affect things, and what is expected on the Gantz-Ardan-Tropper front? The full review.

It seems that the chairman of Yesh Atid, Yair Lapid, has been absent recently from the Behad party campaign. The movement's chairman, former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett, in an interview with 103FM radio, denies this categorically: "We are plowing the country, separately and together. We held two conferences in the last few days, and we continue to reach everywhere."

Against the backdrop of preparations for the 26th Knesset elections, Yisrael Beiteinu chairman Avigdor Lieberman is changing his tune, offering surprising praise for the military record of The Democrats' chairman, Yair Golan.

MK Zvi Sukkot stated he personally took action to remove monuments honoring terrorists after the army failed to act on his demands. Gilad Kariv of The Democrats criticized the event, noting that MKs are often denied access to other villages due to a lack of security forces.

Despite a government decision, the Ministry of Finance has failed to attend meetings on combating protection rackets led by Itamar Ben Gvir. Two months after the pilot project was announced, no funds have been transferred to affected businesses.

120 family members of hostages and soldiers have spoken out against the IAC organization's decision to feature Ron Dermer as the keynote speaker at three events next month, claiming he was one of the most influential voices opposing several hostage deals: "The decision is dismissive and disrespectful to families who paid a direct price for these decisions."

A balanced and clear Supreme Court ruling: Galei Tzahal will continue to broadcast, but a government that wishes to change this will be able to do so, if only it proves that its motives are not a desire to silence criticism and impose submissive broadcasting.

The Ministry of Health transferred 400,000 NIS to fund a conference organized by the "Ta'atzumot" association, led by Dasi Iluz, daughter of Aryeh Deri. The decision was pushed by Shas-appointed advisors against the ministry's professional staff.

The Supreme Court issued an order nisi regarding a petition against the transfer of coalition funds to Haredi institutions and the Ministry of Settlements. The court froze 400 million shekels while releasing urgent budgets for local authorities and the rehabilitation of the North and South.

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich attacked the criticism today regarding Benjamin Netanyahu's attendance at Eden Ben Zaken's concert and warned of the steps he claims could be taken if the right loses the elections: "There will be a 'Season' government here."

Following demands from left-wing activists to block Channel 14 in hospitals, Meir and Beilinson medical centers announced a switch to nature and children's programming. However, an investigation revealed that Channels 12 and 13 remained on air, sparking sharp political backlash.