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Israel Weighs US IPO for Major State-Owned Defense Firms

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Israel Weighs US IPO for Major State-Owned Defense Firms

Israel is considering listing state-owned defense giants Israel Aerospace Industries Ltd. and Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd. in the US to potentially avoid stricter disclosure obligations in the local market.

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Bloomberg

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· Jun 23, 2026

Israel Weighs US IPO for Multi-Billion-Dollar Defense Companies

Israel is considering listing state-owned defense giants Israel Aerospace Industries Ltd. and Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd. in the US to potentially avoid stricter disclosure obligations in the local market.

Jewish News Syndicate

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· Jul 10, 2026

Pros and cons of American bases in Israel

The United States has a fundamental interest in relocating its Middle East bases to the Jewish state. But does Israel?

World Politics Review

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· Jun 23, 2026

From Lithium to Drinking Water, Israel’s Influence Stirs Controversy in Milei’s Argentina

Israeli companies are expanding into Argentina’s economy as Milei strengthens ties with Israel—fueling debate over water, lithium and sovereignty. The post From Lithium to Drinking Water, Israel’s Influence Stirs Controversy in Milei’s Argentina appeared first on World Politics Review.

Free Press

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· Jun 22, 2026

Israel Is a Liability, Not an Asset to the U.S.

Americans should know that the state of Israel is a liability, not an asset to the United States. Israel has pressured U.S. administrations since George W. Bush to fight its wars in Iraq, Syria, Yemen, and Iran under false pretenses—costing U.S. taxpayers billions of dollars and the lives of more than 5,000 American soldiers.

AzerNews

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· Jun 23, 2026

Netanyahu: Israel must stop depending on US

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Tuesday that Israel must develop its own defense industry. While he stated that he greatly appreciates the support his country received from the United States over the years, he also acknowledged that Israel must free itself from dependence on Washington, AzerNEWS reports.

Mondoweiss

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· Jun 24, 2026

Israel is tearing down the American order that once protected it

The American order that gave Israel stability now constrains Israel’s expansion. In response, Israel is dismantling U.S. hegemony in the region, turning allies Turkey and Egypt into enemies, and working to end the U.S.’s ability to restrain it.

The Media Line

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· Jun 24, 2026

US-Backed Plan Would Shift Parts of Southern Lebanon From IDF to Lebanese Army

Israel and Lebanon are discussing a US-backed initiative [] The post US-Backed Plan Would Shift Parts of Southern Lebanon From IDF to Lebanese Army appeared first on The Media Line.

World Israel News

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· Jul 9, 2026

WATCH: Inside the IDF unit tasked with eliminating high-profile terrorists

This IDF unit is responsible for hunting down and eliminating the highest-level terrorists who threaten Israel, including former Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah and Iranian leader Ali Khamenei. The post WATCH: Inside the IDF unit tasked with eliminating high-profile terrorists appeared first on World Israel News.

Libertarian Institute

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· Jul 2, 2026

Israel Envoy Claims Lebanese Army Preparing to Confront Hezbollah

The Israeli Ambassador to the US asserted that the Lebanese Army was sidelining members of the military who are unwilling to fight Hezbollah in preparation for conflict with the group. He added that Tel Aviv is pushing Washington to provide more military aid to Israel. “So you had elements within the [Lebanese Armed Forces] itself []

All Israel News

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· Jun 24, 2026

US defense firm Anduril considers Israel expansion, potential partnerships with local defense firms

US defense firm Anduril considers Israel expansion, potential partnerships with local defense firms

Arutz Sheva

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· Jul 6, 2026

US “Aid" to Israel: Windfall, not burden, for US taxpayers

Israel provides the ultimate marketing tool and export-multiplier for the US: effective combat validation. And there is more. Report.

Haaretz

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· Jun 23, 2026

How the Jewish National Fund became the face of Israeli expulsion

How the Jewish National Fund became the face of Israeli expulsion

Washington Examiner

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· Jun 24, 2026

Israeli defense minister says IDF won’t withdraw from southern Lebanon, even if US demands it

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz said the Israel Defense Forces will not withdraw from southern Lebanon, even if the United States demands it. Katz’s comment is the first time any top Israeli official has publicly said they would go against the U.S. regarding Lebanon, after two weeks of avoidance. Stressing the danger posed to soldiers, []

Globes English

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· Jul 9, 2026

Institutional investors weakening shekel

The hedging activities of Israel’s institutional investors is the main factor driving the recent depreciation of the shekel but the Bank of Israel and US-Iran tensions are also important influences.

Foreign Policy

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· Jul 6, 2026

Israel Belongs in the New Saudi-Iranian Order

An anti-Abraham Accords is taking shape. That would be a big mistake.

Hananya Naftali

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· Jul 10, 2026

[Video] This is what Israel is up against in the north.

This is what Israel is up against in the north. The IDF just dismantled a massive Hezbollah weapons facility hidden inside southern Lebanon

Russia Today

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· Jul 7, 2026

Israel is practicing settlement on four fronts

Officially and unofficially, Israel is pursuing expansion in the West Bank, Lebanon, Syria, and even Cyprus Read Full Article at RT.com

Informed Comment

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· Jun 23, 2026

Iran Challenges US Doctrine of Low-Intensity Warfare

Under this doctrine, the United States, and now its protégé Israel, claim the freedom of action to use unlawful military force

Vanguard News

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· Jul 9, 2026

US to guide Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon zones – Officials

The United States will oversee the withdrawal of Israeli forces from pilot zones in the south, with the first to get underway within days, Lebanese and US officials said Thursday. The post US to guide Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon zones – Officials appeared first on Vanguard News.

Conservative Review

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· Jun 21, 2026

A Judge's Verdict on Israel

Countries exist, and whether they're the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan or Bosnia and Herzegovina, Belarus or China, no one doubts their basic right to continue their existence—unless it is Israel. Roy Altman, a young federal judge in Miami, has been lecturing about Israel widely on campuses since October 7. Israel on Trial distills his rebuttals of the six claims he has most often encountered that aim to undermine and delegitimize the presently constituted Jewish state.The post A Judge's Verdict on Israel appeared first on .

Modern Diplomacy

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· Jun 24, 2026

Israel and Lebanon Discuss US Backed Plan for Troop Handover in Southern Border Areas

Israeli and Lebanese officials are discussing a U.S. backed proposal that would see Israeli forces transfer control of some territory captured during the war with Hezbollah to the Lebanese army. The talks are taking place in Washington as part of broader efforts to consolidate a ceasefire and reduce tensions along the Israel Lebanon border. Under [] The post Israel and Lebanon Discuss US Backed Plan for Troop Handover in Southern Border Areas appeared first on Modern Diplomacy.

Tucker Carlson

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· Jul 6, 2026

Israel’s Dirty Money Cover-up

Watch more here: https://www.youtube.com/@TuckerCarlson/featured

Les Crises

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· Jun 25, 2026

Le Congrès s’apprête à rapprocher plus que jamais les armées américaine et israélienne

Une nouvelle disposition permettrait de fusionner les complexes militaro-industriels américain et israélien, tout en les soustrayant davantage au regard du public. Source : Truthout, Ben FreemanTraduit par les lecteurs du site Les-Crises Un soldat israélien monte la garde entre les drapeaux israélien et américain dans un nouveau camp militaire lors d’un exercice conjoint avec l’unité []

That Park Place

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· Jul 3, 2026

Paramount Will End Universal Partnership as EU Demands Major Change Before Warner Bros. Discovery Merger Approval

The massive entertainment industry shakeup involving Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery is moving closer to reality, but European regulators are requiring one major change before giving the deal their blessing: the end of a decades-old Paramount Universal partnership. According to a new report from Variety, Paramount is preparing to exit United International Pictures (UIP), its [] The post Paramount Will End Universal Partnership as EU Demands Major Change Before Warner Bros. Discovery Merger Approval appeared first on That Park Place.

BBC News - Business

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· Jun 29, 2026

South Korea unveils $880bn chip and AI investment plan

It comes as regional rivals like Taiwan, China and Japan are investing heavily in chip factories and other technology.

South China Morning Post

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· Jun 25, 2026

HKEX pushes deeper into index business as AI reshapes Hong Kong market

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) is expanding into the index business with plans to launch more proprietary benchmarks and related investment products, as traditional market gauges have lagged regional peers during the artificial intelligence-driven technology rally. The operator of Hong Kong’s stock exchange will debut the first exchange-traded fund (ETF) tracking its HKEX Tech 100 Index on Friday. The index, launched on December 9, tracks the 100 largest technology companies listed in...

KTTH – 770 AM – Seattle

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· Jun 24, 2026

Meyer: Joe Kent once again goes down the anti-Israel rabbit hole, is easily debunked

Joe Kent claims Israel depends on US aid and blames it for the Iran war. The facts on Israel's defense budget and Kent's anti-Israel record.

Independent Journal Review

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· Jun 29, 2026

Swamp’s Military-Industrial Complex Merger With Israel Inches Closer To Becoming Reality

Congress is inching closer to deeply integrating America’s military-industrial complex with Israel’s national security state. The Senate has proposed 300 million for a program that would benefit Tel Aviv in its version

The Hindu BusinessLine

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· Jun 29, 2026

India, China see top firms lose market dominance in AI lag

Unlike Taiwan and South Korea, India, China and Hong Kong lack dominant AI champions, leading to lower concentration among their biggest listed companies.

Real Clear Politics

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· Jul 10, 2026

The U.S.-Israel Relationship: Today and the Road Ahead

My speech at Tel-Aviv University

BizNews

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· Jul 1, 2026

The State owns your bank, your telco, your retailer — who's really in charge?

The State owns your bank, your telco, your retailer — who's really in charge?

TASS

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· Jul 7, 2026

Netanyahu acknowledges he, Trump don't see eye to eye on everything

According to the Israeli PM, in most cases, the interests of the two countries coincide

China Global Television Network

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· Jun 24, 2026

Israel, Lebanon discussing pilot scheme for handover of territory

Lebanon and Israel are discussing a US-backed proposal for Israeli forces ​to pull out of some of the territory invaded in the war with Hezbollah and hand it to Lebanese army control ‌during talks in Washington, officials on both sides said.

JFeed

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· Jun 22, 2026

Israel Eyes Handing Captured Hezbollah Tunnel Compound to Lebanese Army as Test of Beirut's Resolve

Israeli security officials are weighing a handover of the captured Hezbollah tunnel compound in Tebnit to the Lebanese army, testing Beirut's will to confront the group.

The Tribune

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· Jul 1, 2026

US removes 4 Indian companies from Russia-related sanctions list

The US has de-listed four Indian companies from its sanctions list, which were accused of supplying advanced technology and equipment for Russia’s military-industrial base. The companies have been deleted from the Office of Foreign Assets Control’s (OFAC) Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons (SDN) List. The four companies include Hyderabad-based RRG Engineering Technologies Private Limited []

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