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Three Iranian satellites launched into orbit on Russian rocket, state media says

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Iranian hacking group claims to seize damning info from phone of PM’s chief of staff

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High Court rejects petitions against Shin Bet chief’s appointment

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Daily Briefing Dec. 28: Day 814 – Will $35 billion gas deal with Egypt hike electricity costs?

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