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Eisenkot gets first chance to form Israel's next Government
Parties representing 67 lawmakers recommended Eisenkot, against 46 for Netanyahu.
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Flydubai axe attack: Pilot reveals scars from cockpit attack
The aircraft plunged 14,000ft in less than 30 seconds during the attack.
Israel's election: When will we know the next Prime Minister?
New York Times: Exit polls suggest neither major bloc can easily form a government alone.
Netanyahu and rival each claim mandate after tight Israel election
Exit polls put Gadi Eisenkot's bloc on 52 to 53 seats, ahead of Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc.
Israeli election turnout skyrockets with Netanyahu's fate on the line
Turnout was the highest since 1973, Israel’s Central Elections Commission said.
Netanyahu, with Trump’s backing, could lose election and still lead a divided Israel
Polls project neither bloc will win the 61 seats needed for a majority.
Israel launches major West Bank operation after soldiers killed
UN chief Antonio Guterres voiced concern over closures affecting livelihoods.
US could strike Iran this weekend, envoy says
Trump played down Barrack’s warning, saying he knew nothing about it.
How next week’s Israeli elections could affect settler violence, Gaza and the Iran war
Washington Post: Candidates are avoiding positions that could be branded 'leftist'.
Israel announces arrests after West Bank settler attacks on Westerners
Israeli police arrested 10 people after raids in the occupied West Bank.
Israeli settlers attack European diplomats, beat French mayor
Violence has surged ahead of October 27 elections and the annual olive harvest.
Sally Rooney books banned from sale in UK over support for Palestine Action
The author, 35, has links to the group – deemed a terrorist organisation in 2025.
Wringing hope from the rubble of the Gaza Strip
New York Times: A year on from the ceasefire, life in Gaza looks nothing like peace.
Investigation into Flydubai attacker puts spotlight on Australian mosque
NY Times: UAE authorities say the suspect's 'drift towards terrorism' began in Australia.
Winston Peters' office accuses Greens of ‘megaphone diplomacy’ over Israel
Talking points given to Peters describe New Zealand as a friend of Israel.
Thousands join Palestine marches in London and Berlin to end Gaza horror
Organised marches in the capitals of the UK and Germany called for Israel to stop strikes.
Flydubai co-pilot learned boxing ahead of hijacking bid, says prosecutor
Hamam al-Hammami, 29, is accused trying to hijack an Israel-bound flight.
Israelis scarred by October 7 attack weigh Netanyahu’s political future
Some survivors see this month's election as a long-delayed reckoning for Israel's leaders.
‘30 seconds’ from impact: NZ pilot on Flydubai crew’s extraordinary recovery
Focus on fire axe as a pilot queries whether the weapon should even be in cockpits.
UN chief calls for Gaza ceasefire before anniversary of October 7 attack
Antonio Guterres said both sides had suffered losses and the killing must end.
Israeli passengers welcomed home after flydubai incident
Israeli passengers from flydubai flight FZ 1073 arrive at Ben Gurion Airport after an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia. Video / AFP
US rushes to withdraw bombers from UK air base after new threats
New York Times: The Pentagon confirmed the sudden move but wouldn't say what sparked it.
UAE investigation says Flydubai co-pilot planned 'terrorist act' on Israel flight
Passengers subdued the co-pilot before a Saudi emergency landing.
'True hero': Netanyahu invites NZ-trained flydubai pilot to Israel
The pilot has given more details about how the incident unfolded in the cockpit.