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Israel's election scene has intensified as rival parties push security and national service reforms. Eisenkot's Yashar gains in polls amid debates over security doctrine and universal service, while Netanyahu faces AI-assisted attacks and controversy over ultra-Orthodox exemptions. The mix of new coalitions and legal challenges shapes the race.
Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea are pursuing aggressive recruitment amid mixed 2025-26 seasons. Spurs have spent club-record sums, chasing European qualification under Roberto De Zerbi, while Chelsea have secured Morgan Rogers and are prepped for further signings as they reshape for a return to Europe.
Spaniard Olid has been appointed to replace Marc Skinner as Manchester United Women’s head coach, four weeks before the 2026-27 WSL season. She arrives from Hearts, where she led the SWPL club to a first league title and domestic final. United have moved to a youth-focused recruitment strategy amid a quiet transfer window.
Israel has green‑lit a UAE-backed pilot project in eastern Rafah near the Yellow Line to establish temporary housing and repair civilian infrastructure, with Gaza still under Israeli security control. Palestinian observers warn the plan risks creating isolated enclaves and prolonging occupation while a limited international stabilization force is discussed.
The Times of Israel reports Team8 has secured a fresh funding round led by global investors, expanding its assets to nearly $2 billion. The third venture fund will invest in Israeli-founded AI startups across cybersecurity, software infrastructure, fintech and digital health, with additional dollars allocated to follow-on investments.
The Times of Israel reports that Ben Gvir has announced a freeze on senior police appointments except for urgent cases, citing election timing. The move follows disputes over the rank and personnel aligned with the Attorney General, with Haaretz and Channel 12 mentioning ongoing talks and potential reappointments. Other All Africa items detail corruption probes and arrests within national authorities in Malawi and Mozambique.
Daniel Levy has pleaded guilty to murdering Abdul Kaleem Shaik in Vauxhall, south London. Levy, who has schizophrenia, had previously been convicted of manslaughter in 2000. He changed his plea as his trial was about to open at the Old Bailey. The case highlights ongoing concerns about mental health and public safety.
Chelsea have been fined for secret payments to agents in a period 2011-2018. Mauricio Pochettino argues Chelsea should have been stripped of titles and the Premier League crown should go to the team that finished second in 2016-17, Tottenham, given the breaches. Pochettino’s comments come as Chelsea’s punishment is enforced and ongoing scrutiny of City’s charges continues.