Monthly Archives: September 2025

A natural memorial

Posted on September 21, 2025

The historic amphitheater in Gvar’am Forest near Gaza has been restored and reopened. The site is the official memorial for the 68 IDF soldiers who fell during Operation Protective Edge. The natural complex also contains 68 oak trees, a botanical … Continue reading →

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198 new Haredi combat unit recruits

Posted on September 21, 2025

In the first of the Sept IDF drafts, 240 ultra-Orthodox Jewish men enlisted in combat and combat support positions. 198 joined combat units while 42 were placed in combat support roles. https://www.jns.org/idf-recruits-240-haredi-men-in-september-draft/

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Christian NGO fortifies Israel

Posted on September 21, 2025

Pastor Jentezen Franklin and his Ministry (JFMM) are installing 800 fortified safe rooms in Israeli border communities that previously had no inside protection. https://jentezenfranklin.org/blog/fortify-israel-rescue-lives-shape-history

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Petah Tikva Dessert Festival

Posted on September 14, 2025

On 28 Aug, residents of Petah Tikva, central Israel, enjoyed an evening of unique desserts. 65 sweet stalls served French crepe, pavlova, eclairs, crepe cake, cheesecake, Dubai cake, alfajores, tiramisu and more. With entertainment from Meni Mamtara, Eden Ben Zaken … Continue reading →

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Guy conquers US Open

Posted on September 14, 2025

Israel’s Guy Sasson with Dutch partner Niels Vink won the US Open wheelchair doubles title at Flushing Meadows. They beat their Chilean and Argentine opponents 6-1, 6-1. https://jewishbreakingnews.com/idf-veteran-guy-sasson-wins-us-open-doubles-title/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ytpHTXWd-kE

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Youth sailing gold

Posted on September 14, 2025

Omer Vered Vilenchik 18, won the ILCA World Youth (Under 19) Championships in Dublin Bay. Omer finished 10th in the U21 competition. https://www.sailing.org/2025/08/30/breezy-final-day-crowns-three-ilca-under-21-world-champions-on-dublin-bay/

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Gold & Silver surfers

Posted on September 14, 2025

Israel’s Anat Lelior (see here previously) won gold and Ido Hajaj silver in the women’s and men’s competitions respectively at the ABANCA Pantin Classic Galicia Pro surfing event in Spain. The Pantin Pro is a prestigious stop on the World … Continue reading →

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Israeli stock market is soaring

Posted on September 14, 2025

The Israeli stock exchange has risen 65% since 7 Oct 2023 in a sign of Israeli resilience and its improved geo-strategic situation in the region. In fact Israel was the second-fastest growing market in the world last year, after its … Continue reading →

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US Army buys Israeli Spike missiles

Posted on September 14, 2025

US defense giant Lockheed Martin successfully completed a trial for the US Army of the Spike non-line of sight (NLOS) anti-tank missile from Israel’s Rafael Advanced Defense Systems. 42 countries use Rafael’s Spike missiles, including 20 NATO members. https://en.globes.co.il/en/article-lockheed-martin-to-sell-rafael-spike-missiles-to-us-army-1001520801

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Startup investment – to 14th Sep 25:

Posted on September 14, 2025

proteanTecs raised $51 million; Koi Security raised $38 million; Solar Security raised $35 million; Blocks.diy raised $10 million; Dazl raised $10 million; Geniez AI raised $6 million; Lizo.ai raised $4 million.

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