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Nepalisrael.com is a platform for the Nepali community living in Israel. We bring you the news, updates and stories of Nepali society, covering everything from community programs, cultural activities, and social events to important developments affecting our lives here. Our mission is to keep the community informed and connected, fostering a sense of belonging while celebrating the rich heritage and contributions of Nepali diaspora in Israel.

NepalIsrael.com auto goggle feed A shipment of MK-84 2,000-pound bombs from the US has arrived in Israel, the Defense Ministry announced on Sunday, officially ending an approximate nine-month freeze by the Biden administration, which US President Donald Trump’s administration reversed upon taking office.The shipment came in as the IDF has been considering renewing the war in Gaza in the coming two weeks should Hamas cease delivering hostages according to the phase one deal schedule or should the sides fail to reach a deal for continuing hostage releases in phase two.On May 6, 2024, the IDF invaded Rafah after a…

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NepalIsrael.com auto goggle feed A possible riot is underway at Ofer Security Prison in the West Bank, according to an Israel Prison Service statement on Sunday.The unrest began during a tour of the military wing of the prison when prisoners began knocking on doors and “disrupting order.”Prison security officers were required to use force to break into the cells and restore order. A flash point for prisoner releasesOfer Prison is the central release point for prisoners who are released as part of the hostage-ceasefire deal. It serves as one of the IDF’s primary prisons and is the only one located…

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NepalIsrael.com auto goggle feed The government approved a reform led by Aliyah and Integration Minister Ofir Sofer on Sunday. The reform, which fast-tracks licenses, is intended to support the aliyah of professionals to Israel.The ministry announced this was designed to help reduce the labor shortage the economy is currently facing and that the expected increase in immigration could boost the economy by up to 3.8 billion shekels by 2034. Reforming the licensing systemUntil now, license holders have faced a six- to 12-month delay for approval when arriving in the country, leading to periods when they were unable to be…

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NepalIsrael.com auto goggle feed Russian Chief Rabbi Berel Lazar met with Russian-Israeli freed hostage Alexander Sasha Troufanov to pray and put on tefillin on Sunday, according to the Jewish leader, who also shared that Troufanov is staying strong and has forged a greater connection with God.The rabbi said he had helped Jews put on tefillin thousands of times, but with Troufanov praying to God in front of him, the senior rabbi said he had felt something he had never felt before.“What we took from the story is the power of God,” Lazar said of Troufanov being freed on Saturday.…

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NepalIsrael.com auto goggle feed Netanyahu gives mandate to Israeli delegation for Egypt talks on Monday YnetnewsIsraeli Team to Join Cease-fire Talks in Cairo Monday, Security Cabinet to Discuss Deal’s Stage 2 HaaretzNetanyahu cagey on Israel’s next steps as Trump deadline to free all hostages passes The Times of IsraelThe goal is the return of 6 living hostages this week: This is the prime minister’s dilemma YnetnewsIsrael security cabinet to meet Monday to discuss second phase of Gaza ceasefire The Jerusalem Post The post”Netanyahu gives mandate to Israeli delegation for Egypt talks on Monday – Ynetnews” is auto generated by Nepalisrael.com’s Auto feed for the information…

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NepalIsrael.com auto goggle feed Israel Police received a complaint from IDF officials that 20 Israelis affiliated with the Breslov haredi movement attempted to enter Lebanon in order to visit the gravesite of a Rabbi overnight between Saturday and Sunday.Police detained at least eight of the individuals at Kiryat Shmona police station for questioning. The grave is supposedly the burial place of Rav Ashi, who lived from 352-427CE and was the first editor of the Babylonian Talmud. The site is located at the border between Israel and Lebanon. The post”Police intercept 20 haredim at Lebanon border” is auto generated by…

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NepalIsrael.com auto goggle feed Ruthie Strom, mother of Iair Horn, who was released on Sunday after 498 days in Hamas captivity, spoke with 103FM about her son’s condition, her son Eitan, who remains in captivity, and her criticism of those opposing the hostage deal.“We keep going. My Itush [Eitan] also needs to be here, and so do all the hostages,” Strom said. Addressing opponents of the deal, she added, “I don’t think it’s the entire Israeli government. Some say we shouldn’t reach an agreement. Maybe they should send their children to Gaza to understand what it’s like for a…

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NepalIsrael.com auto goggle feed Brig.-Gen. (res.) Dr. Oren Setter, former head of negotiations at the Hostages Directorate under Maj.-Gen. (res.) Nitzan Alon explained how Israel missed two critical windows in negotiations with Hamas to secure the release of Israeli hostages in an exclusive interview with N12’s Dana Weiss on Saturday.Setter, who rejoined the IDF as a reservist after Hamas’s October 7 attacks, said, “We knew they [the hostages] were being held in very harsh conditions,” adding that the hostages’ suffering was clearly communicated to Israel’s cabinet.“This [topic] was presented in those forums. I know what we presented. In the…

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NepalIsrael.com auto goggle feed One of the first steps taken by US President Donald Trump was to release a shipment of 1,800 MK-84 900 kilogram bombs to Israel, after former President Joe Biden halted their supply. Israel’s Ministry of Defense announced this morning that that the shipment has already arrivedin Israel. So what is the purpose of the bombs? How many of these did the US supply to Israel? And how much do they cost? RELATED ARTICLES US State Dept approves $7.4b arms deal for Israel …

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NepalIsrael.com auto goggle feed The IDF has been reinforcing defenses across Israel, conducting searches, and sending out warnings in preparation for the next phase of the prisoner release, the IDF said in a statement on Saturday evening.The Civil Administration has sent out warnings through IDF Coordination and Liaison Administrations (CLAs) to all Palestinian authorities saying that the IDF has a zero-tolerance policy for any celebrations and expressions of support for terrorism cross the West Bank. As part of the IDF’s counterterrorism operations, they have eliminated over 65 terrorists and confiscated weapons and other military equipment that was being used…

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