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BBC chief Tim Davie resigns after criticism of Trump speech edit, amid Gaza war coverage

BBC Director-General Tim Davie and news chief Deborah Turness resigned after backlash over a Trump speech edit and claims of 'systemic bias' in the broadcaster’s coverage of Trump, Gaza, and transgender issues

ynet Global | 21:04 | 11.09.25

ראש העיר החדש של ניו יורק זוהראן ממדאני

Mamdani’s win reshapes Jewish Democrats as Israel-Gaza divide upends New York politics

Progressive Muslim Zohran Mamdani’s mayoral win over Andrew Cuomo exposes deep divisions among New York’s Jewish voters and reshapes the city’s political landscape amid tensions over Israel’s war in Gaza

Reuters | 16:30 | 11.09.25

נשיא סוריה א-שרע משחק כדורסל בארצות הברית עם מפקד CENTCOM

Ahead of historic meeting with Trump, Syria's al-Sharaa plays basketball with top US generals

Al-Sharaa is expected to meet Trump at the White House to discuss direct negotiations between Syria and Israel aimed at reaching a security agreement, as well as Syria’s potential participation in the US-led coalition against Islamic State

Lior Ben Ari | 09:13 | 11.09.25

טראמפ מציג תמונות של לבנים שלדבריו נרצחו

Trump to boycott G20 summit in South Africa over 'white genocide' claims

Trump, claiming without evidence that whites in South Africa face 'genocide,' announced the U.S. will boycott this month’s G20 summit in Johannesburg, calling it a 'disgrace' to hold the event amid alleged human rights violations

ynet correspondents | 17:15 | 11.08.25

כתבות השער אחרי הזכייה של זוהרן ממדאני

Arab world celebrates election of New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani

Zohran Mamdani’s historic win as New York mayor drew praise across the Arab and Muslim world, with support from Iran, Qatar and Egypt; Arab media hailed him as a voice for the marginalized — and his wife won hearts in Syria

Lior Ben Ari | 02:15 | 11.08.25

ווטסון ב-2007 במעבדה ביוסטון

James Watson, scientist who co-discovered DNA’s double helix, dies at 97

The American biologist, who unraveled the double-helix structure of DNA with Francis Crick — a discovery that transformed modern biology — died at 97 in Long Island; Watson’s later years were marred by racist remarks

Reuters | 00:04 | 11.08.25

המארח מוחמד בן סלמאן מביט בלחיצת היד ההיסטורית בין אחמד א־שרע לדונלד טראמפ

Ahead of White House visit, UN lifts sanctions on Syrian president al-Sharaa

The UN Security Council voted overwhelmingly to lift sanctions on Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa ahead of his meeting with US President Donald Trump, who praised him as 'tough but doing an excellent job'

Reuters | 06:02 | 11.07.25

גל חום אירופה אוסטריה וינה

Austria uncovers Hamas weapons cache aimed at Jewish, Israeli targets in Europe

Austrian intelligence finds storage unit in Vienna holding 5 handguns tied to alleged Hamas plot; UK suspect arrested in London as part of cross-border terror probe

Associated Press | 18:41 | 11.06.25

אסף "אסי" וקנין, עבריין ישראלי נאשם בארה"ב

Israeli crime figure indicted in US over alleged threats tied to illegal Beverly Hills poker games

Federal prosecutors allege that Assaf 'Ace' Waknine, an Israeli national deported from the US in 2011, sent threatening messages to a Los Angeles poker organizer and sought regular payments of about $5,000 per game

Daniel Edelson, New York | 08:56 | 11.06.25

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Anti-Zionist candidate Omar Fateh loses Minneapolis mayoral race to Jacob Frey

Omar Fateh, a Somali-American Muslim and Democratic state senator known for anti-Zionist views since Oct. 7, lost the Minneapolis mayoral race to incumbent Jacob Frey, a Jewish Democrat; local Jewish leaders say, 'The threat passed this time'

Daniel Edelson, New York | 04:03 | 11.06.25

Donald Trump and Zohran Mamdani

Muslim Americans celebrate Mamdani’s victory: 'This is our time'

Muslim Americans celebrate anti-Israel candidate Mamdani’s win; Trump calls him a 'communist' and warns of a NYC exodus, but says he may help; Mamdani condemns swastikas sprayed on yeshiva: 'No place for antisemitism'

Daniel Edelson, New York, News Agencies | 03:04 | 11.06.25

זוהראן ממדאני

Mamdani’s victory in New York: what the socialist mayor-elect plans for the Big Apple

Progressive Democrat promises sweeping economic and housing reforms, from rent freezes to higher taxes on corporations and millionaires, testing the city’s resilience and investors’ nerves

ynet | 12:41 | 11.05.25

ממדאני נאום ניצחון ניו יורק

Zohran Mamdani wins New York City mayoral race: 'Trump, turn the volume up!'

The 34-year-old democratic socialist and outspoken critic of Israel won New York City’s mayoral race, becoming its first Muslim and youngest mayor in more than a century after defeating former Gov. Andrew Cuomo

Daniel Edelson, New York | 08:16 | 11.05.25

ממדאני וטראמפ

Zohran Mamdani leads in NYC mayoral race: ‘I will not be intimidated by Trump’

New York votes in pivotal mayoral race; turnout may hit a 55-year high; Trump says Jews who vote for Mamdani are ‘stupid’; key governor races in VA and NJ seen as a referendum on 'Trump 2.0'

ynet, News Agencies | 23:31 | 11.04.25

דיק צ'ייני

Dick Cheney, powerful former US vice president who pushed for Iraq war, dies at 84

War hawk and champion of expanded executive power, Cheney shaped modern American conservatism and left a legacy of controversy, from waterboarding to Halliburton; his later years marked by shifting stance on gay rights and fierce opposition to Trump

Reuters | 14:13 | 11.04.25

קואומו, ממדאני

Trump backs Cuomo, warns NYC funding at risk if Mamdani wins mayoral race

US President Donald Trump endorsed Andrew Cuomo for New York City mayor, warning he’ll cut federal funds if Democrat Zohran Mamdani wins; The race pits the progressive Mamdani against centrist Cuomo in a contest testing the Democrats’ future direction

Reuters | 11:18 | 11.04.25

סרטון תעמולה מ-2018 של מחבלים של הארגון הג'יהאדיסטי JNIM הפועל ב מאלי ב ניז'ר וב בורקינה פאסו ב אזור ה סאהל הסאהל ב אפריקה

Global fears grow of Mali’s collapse as Jihadists tighten siege on capital

Mali’s potential collapse could destabilize the entire Sahel, a region crucial to global security, migration, and counterterrorism efforts; its fall would expand jihadist influence across West Africa and deepen Russia’s foothold on the continent

ynet, News Agencies | 06:40 | 11.04.25

העתק של שער מחנה ההשמדה אושוויץ בעיירת האנובר שבפנסילבניה

Pennsylvania town apologizes after Halloween parade features Auschwitz gate replica

Hanover’s St. Joseph Catholic School draws outrage after a float displayed the Nazi slogan 'Arbeit Macht Frei'; the diocese, church and creator all issue apologies as Jewish groups condemn incident and call for renewed Holocaust education

Daniel Edelson, New York | 00:15 | 11.04.25

פזשכיאן מבקר בארגון לאנרגיה אטומית של איראן

Iranian president vows to rebuild nuclear sites 'stronger than before' after US strikes

During a visit to the Atomic Energy Organization, Masoud Pezeshkian says attacks on Iran’s nuclear facilities will not halt its progress, insisting the program is civilian only

Lior Ben Ari, Alexandra Lukash | 11:42 | 11.02.25

אובמה, ממדאני

Obama backs Mamdani for NYC mayor in surprise pre-election move

Days before vote, former president offers to be a 'sounding board' for Zohran Mamdani if elected; controversial candidate, known for anti-Israel rhetoric, now poised to become a rising figure in the Democratic Party; new Arabic video by Mamdani goes viral, drawing millions of views

Daniel Edelson, New York | 10:34 | 11.02.25

שער האקונומיסט: הקרב על ניו יורק

‘Save New York’: Zohran Mamdani leads NYC mayoral race amid anti-Israel shift

Zohran Mamdani, a young Muslim socialist with anti-Zionist views, is favored to win NYC’s mayoral race Tuesday; failed efforts to block him raise questions about his agenda — and what his rise could mean for Israel

Daniel Edelson, New York | 15:55 | 11.01.25

בנימין נתניהו דונלד טראמפ מוחמד בן סלמאן

Saudi Crown Prince heads to US seeking defense pact, F-35 deal and nuclear tech

Trump hoped for normalization by year’s end, but a Riyadh-linked analyst told the NYT it’s unlikely without a 'miraculous' Israeli shift on a Palestinian state; Crown Prince bin Salman visits the U.S. this month seeking a defense pact, F-35s and nuclear tech

ynet | 13:17 | 11.01.25

נשיא ארה"ב ארצות הברית דונלד טראמפ מסיבה האלווין ליל כל הקדושים מאר-א-לאגו מרקו רוביו

‘A little party never killed nobody’: Trump celebrates Halloween Gatsby-style

As the government shutdown enters its fifth week, Trump hosted a Gatsby-themed Halloween party at Mar-a-Lago; the White House released a spooky Capitol video, while federal judges halted cuts to a major food aid program

ynet, News Agencies | 08:49 | 11.01.25

פגישתם של טראמפ וזלנסקי

Will Trump supply Ukraine with the missile that scares Putin?

Pentagon reportedly approves sending Tomahawk missiles to Kyiv, finding no risk to US stockpiles; final decision rests with Trump, who blocked the transfer after a call with the Russian president

ynet Global | 06:17 | 11.01.25

זוהראן ממדאני קמפיין לראשות העיר ניו יורק 6 בספטמבר באירוע תחת הכותרת "להיאבק באוליגרכיה"

Zohran Mamdani to assess shutting down Technion’s New York campus over IDF ties if elected

Days before the election, anti-Israel Muslim NYC mayoral frontrunner Zohran Mamdani said he would move to end the Israeli Technion’s activity, calling its partnership with Cornell 'a BDS issue' and arguing it shouldn’t receive city funding

Daniel Edelson, New York | 22:55 | 10.31.25

המלך צ'רלס עם אחיו אנדרו

King Charles strips Prince Andrew of titles, evicts him over Jeffrey Epstein scandal

Following the king’s rare move, Andrew will be known as Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor rather than as a prince; he will move from his Royal Lodge residence into private accommodation

Associated Press | 23:25 | 10.30.25

צרפת מוזיאון הלובר לובר נפתח מחדש אחרי ה שוד

Louvre thieves tried to negotiate with Israeli firm to sell stolen jewels on Darknet, company says

Israeli firm CGI Group says Louvre ignored thieves’ offer to negotiate over stolen jewels, even after they showed proof; the thieves demanded tens of millions of euros as French police arrested five more suspects, but the jewels are still missing

Itamar Eichner | 16:11 | 10.30.25

ההפגנה מחוץ למוזיאון

Anti‑Israel coalition faces off with Johannesburg Holocaust museum over Gaza

After the Johannesburg Holocaust and Genocide Centre declined to label Israel’s actions in Gaza as genocide or support BDS, anti-Israel groups launch protests outside; Israeli envoy condemns pressure

Itamar Eichner | 15:09 | 10.30.25

ג'רמי ויין שומייקר, חשוד בתכנון מתקפה על בתי כנסת באלבמה

FBI foils planned mass shooting at Alabama synagogues: suspect vowed ‘not to be taken alive’

Authorities arrested 33-year-old Jeremy Wayne Shoemaker after uncovering weapons and ammunition at his home; Officials say he planned attacks on synagogues and possibly public figures; 'A catastrophe was prevented,' an FBI spokesperson said

Daniel Edelson, New York | 11:20 | 10.30.25

עלי חמינאי

Fueled by China: Iran quietly rearming to rebuild missile arsenal

Despite renewed sanctions, Tehran accelerates imports of key rocket fuel component from China, aiming to restore capacity to produce 500 missiles a month; UN nuclear watchdog says detected suspicious movements at Iranian nuclear sites

Yossi Yehoshua, news agencies | 20:55 | 10.29.25

סופת ה הוריקן מליסה הים הקריבי בדרך ל ג'מייקה

Category 5 Hurricane Melissa brings flooding and catastrophic 200 mph winds to Jamaica

Hurricane slams into Jamaica as a catastrophic Category 5 storm, ripping off roofs, flooding roads and cutting power to thousands; officials warn of 'total building failures' as the storm—one of the strongest on record—heads toward Cuba

Associated Press | 21:49 | 10.28.25

קיר סטרמר ורג'פ טאיפ ארדואן

UK seals £8 billion fighter jet deal with Turkey for 20 Typhoons

During a visit to Ankara, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer signed a major defense deal with President Erdogan for 20 Typhoon jets worth £8 billion, strengthening NATO ties and Turkey’s air power amid regional tensions

Reuters | 21:23 | 10.27.25

ראש ממשלת ליטא אינגה רוגיניינה

Eastern Europe on edge: Lithuania closes Belarus border, could invoke NATO Article 4

Lithuania shut its border with Belarus after weeks of smuggling balloons drifted into its airspace, calling the launches part of a 'hybrid war' against Europe; Vilnius says it may call NATO consultations as tensions with Moscow and Minsk intensify

ynet, News Agencies | 12:53 | 10.27.25

צרפת מוזיאון הלובר לובר נפתח מחדש אחרי ה שוד

Louvre heist suspects caught en route to Africa; DNA, hair, dropped crown led police to them

Authorities had tracked the pair for days, hoping they’d lead them to accomplices and the stolen jewels worth over $100 million; one was arrested at Charles de Gaulle Airport, the other hours later at home in Paris’s Saint-Denis suburb

ynet | 22:24 | 10.26.25

קטמין

Israeli arrested in Hong Kong over suspected smuggling of 200 kgs of ketamine worth NIS 38 million

Hong Kong police arrested a 45-year-old Israeli tourist after uncovering what they believe was a drug trafficking hub in Kowloon; investigators say he was a key figure in a criminal network and could face life in prison if convicted

Itamar Eichner | 20:50 | 10.26.25

תיעוד בריחה של שודדים שביצעו שוד מ הלובר לובר פריז צרפת

Two arrested in daring $100M Louvre heist

Four masked men broke into the world-famous Louvre last week and stole eight imperial jewels worth over $100 million; two suspects arrested in France, one caught while attempting to board a flight to Algeria

Ynet | 11:45 | 10.26.25

נשיאת אירלנד הנבחרת קת'רין קונולי באירוע הכרזת תוצאות בחירות ב דבלין

Far-left Irish lawmaker who called Israel a 'terrorist state' elected president in landslide

Catherine Connolly, known for extreme anti-Israel rhetoric and refusal to denounce Hamas, wins Ireland’s largely ceremonial presidency with over 63% of the vote; previously drew criticism for meeting Assad ally accused of war crimes during 2018 trip to Syria

Ynet, news agencies | 08:43 | 10.26.25

שי ווזנר, יהודי ישראלי שמתגורר בניו יורק והצביע בבחירות לראשות העיר לזוהרן ממדאני

Israelis in New York voting for Mamdani: 'He’s not antisemitic and not an enemy'

About 40% of Jews and Israelis in New York support the Democratic candidate; despite his positions on the war and policies in the territories; Shai Wosner, who came to cast his early ballot, says he represents the face of opposition to the Trump era: 'He’s a determined voice, even if not a perfect one'; and as for Mamdani’s comments on Israel: 'He’s part of a young American generation that knows very little about Israel. I don’t need the leader of New York to be at the heart of the Zionist mainstream'

Daniel Edelson, New York | 19:36 | 10.25.25

הוגשה תלונה בגרמניה נגד חייל צה"ל ממוצא גרמני

Germany complaint targets IDF soldier accused of ‘celebrating destruction’ in Gaza

Anti-Israel group HRF filed complaint in Germany against IDF combat engineer seen in Gaza videos 'smoking a hookah and posing with comrades amid explosions,' accusing him of war crimes and crimes against humanity

Itamar Eichner | 11:11 | 10.25.25

23.10 צילום לוויין הבית הלבן וושינגטון ארה"ב לפני הריסת מבנה

Satellite images reveal destruction at the White House amid ballroom project controversy

New satellite photos show the East Wing of the White House has been completely demolished to make way for a grand ballroom; The revelation fuels backlash over costs and transparency as Trump defends the $300 million project

ynet Global | 16:29 | 10.24.25

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Spain probes steelmaker for defying Israel export ban

Spain’s High Court is investigating steelmaker Sidenor and top executives for allegedly selling steel to an Israeli weapons firm without approval, in one of the first probes under Spain’s ban on arms-related sales to Israel

ynet Global | 16:14 | 10.24.25

רעולי פנים פרצו להרצאה של פרופ' מיכאל בן-גד ואיימו לכרות את ראשו, באוניברסיטת סיטי בלונדון

Masked students threaten 'to behead' Israeli professor during lecture at London university

Masked activists stormed a lecture by Israeli economics professor Michael Ben-Gad at City University of London, calling him a 'terrorist' and threatening to behead him; he vowed to keep teaching despite the intimidation

Itamar Eichner | 10:40 | 10.23.25

כתר ‏הקיסרית אז'ני שנגנב מהלובר בתחילת השבוע

From Paris to Tel Aviv? The possible route of stolen Louvre crown jewels

This week’s daring crown jewel heist at the Louvre spotlighted a global black market worth billions, where gold and gemstone jewelry is dismantled and sold as raw material, leaving no trace; 'It’s less profit than art, but safer than hiding a Picasso'

News Agencies | 18:35 | 10.22.25

הפגנה מפגינים עם דגל פלסטין פרו-פלסטינים נגד טראמפ ב ניו יורק ארה"ב 19 באפריל

Most Americans support US recognition of Palestinian state, poll shows

Growing number of countries - including U.S. allies Britain, Canada, France and Australia - have formally recognized Palestinian statehood in recent weeks

Reuters | 13:35 | 10.22.25

פגישתם של טראמפ וזלנסקי

Zelensky says Trump's call to freeze current frontlines is 'good compromise'

Zelensky, who is visiting Nordic countries, said he doubted that Russian President Vladimir Putin would support it

Reuters | 12:54 | 10.22.25

Stolen Louvre crown jewels worth over $100 million, says French prosecutor

Prosecutor Laure Beccuau, whose office is leading the investigation, said about 100 investigators are now involved in the search for the suspects and the missing jewels

Associated Press | 20:28 | 10.21.25

ג'וק להביור

Woman faces arrest after flamethrower cockroach hunt sparks fire killing neighbor

South Korean woman in her 20s used homemade flamethrower to kill a cockroach, accidentally setting her Osan apartment on fire; blaze spread through the building, killing a neighbor who fell while trying to escape with her family

ynet | 15:32 | 10.21.25

כתר של הקיסרית אז'ני רעייתו של נפוליאון השלישי שנגנב ב שוד ב מוזיאון ה לובר הלובר צרפת, שרשרת של הקיסרית מארי לואיז רעייתו של נפוליאון בונפרטה שנגנב ב שוד ב מוזיאון ה לובר הלובר צרפת

This is how thieves carried out the heist of the century at the Louvre: Napoleon-era crown vanished in 7 minutes

Using a crane, saws and getaway bikes, thieves pulled off a daylight heist at the Louvre in Paris, stealing Napoleon-era jewels including Empress Eugénie’s crown; with no leads, an Israeli intelligence firm is aiding the search

ynet, News Agencies | 22:41 | 10.20.25

ססיליה פארודי, דמות ציבורית ומשפיענית רשת מוכרת, שהורשעה בעבירות של הסתה לשנאה וגזענות על רקע דתי ואתני

Italy convicts influencer for antisemitic remarks: 'I hate all Jews'

An Italian court gave influencer Cecilia Parodi a suspended 18-month sentence and fined her tens of thousands of euros for antisemitic hate speech, including threats against Holocaust survivor Liliana Segre; She was convicted of inciting racial hatred

Itamar Eichner | 19:01 | 10.20.25

מנהיג איראן עלי חמינאי במפגש עם ספורטאים

Khamenei mocks Trump: 'Were the nuclear facilities destroyed? Keep dreaming!'

US president insists that Iran's nuclear facilities were destroyed, and 4 months after the attack the debate continues; Iran's supreme leader baited him during a meeting with Islamic Republic athletes: 'Knowledge cannot be destroyed by an attack'

Lior Ben Ari | 16:48 | 10.20.25

מטוס בואינג 747 שהתרסק התרסקות לתוך הים במהלך נחיתה ב נמל התעופה הבינלאומי ב הונג קונג

Cargo plane skids off Hong Kong runway, crashing and killing two airport workers

The Boeing 747, operated by ACT Airlines for Emirates, was partially submerged, but all four crew survived; Two Hong Kong airport security workers were killed when the cargo plane from Dubai skidded off the runway, struck their patrol vehicle and pushed it into the sea

ynet Global | 11:32 | 10.20.25

פגישתם של טראמפ וזלנסקי

Shouting match at the White House: 'Trump cursed, threw maps and told Zelensky "Putin will destroy you"'

'Financial Times' reveals dramatic details about the summit between US and Ukrainian presidents; according to European sources, Trump 'cursed the whole time,' said he was "tired' of seeing maps of the front line and repeated the messages that Putin had conveyed to him in a phone call the day before; 'The Russian economy is in great shape,' he said, according to the sources, refused to send Tomahawk missiles and demanded that Zelensky accept Moscow's surrender terms

ynet | 03:26 | 10.20.25

לאשה

Epstein victim says she was 'brutally raped' by 'well-known prime minister'

In her posthumous memoir, Virginia Giuffre refers to her abuser only as 'the Prime Minister,' citing fear of retaliation

Omer Daniel | 14:00 | 10.19.25

צרפת פריז מוזיאון הלובר לובר

Daylight robbery at Louvre: priceless Napoleon-era jewels stolen in Paris

Thieves reportedly entered through renovation area along Seine, used a freight elevator to reach Apollo Gallery and stole nine Napoleon-era jewels, including a crown and necklace

ynet, News Agencies | 13:46 | 10.19.25

כריסטינה בלוק

German heiress trial to be held behind closed doors amid concerns over German-Israeli relations

German heiress Christina Block is on trial for allegedly abducting her children from Denmark; testimony hinting at involvement by former Israeli intelligence figures has led the Hamburg court to close hearings over security and diplomatic concerns

Itamar Eichner | 08:45 | 10.19.25

Taliban security personnel walk past a damaged car in Kandahar province a day after the cross-border clashes between Afghanistan and Pakistan.

Pakistan and Afghanistan agree to immediate ceasefire after peace talks in Doha

The South Asia neighbors extended a ceasefire following a week of fierce border clashes, agree to hold follow-up meetings in the coming days 'to ensure the sustainability of the ceasefire'

Reuters | 05:06 | 10.19.25

אבאקאר אבאקארוב

Dagestani Islamist linked to 2023 antisemitic pogrom in Russia found dead in Istanbul

Abakar Abakarov, accused of inciting mob targeting Jewish passengers at Makhachkala Airport, discovered dead in rented villa with multiple stab wounds; Turkish police launch probe amid fears for safety of Russian dissidents in exile

Itamar Eichner | 00:27 | 10.19.25

מלזיה: ביתנו סטיקר

Hebrew sticker sparks national outcry in Malaysia, prompts warning from prime minister

Viral TikTok video showing Hebrew text on a pickup truck led to police probe and public backlash, prompting Malaysia’s prime minister to warn that any use of Hebrew or Israeli symbols violates national policy and offends public sensitivities

Ynet | 17:57 | 10.18.25

הפגנות פרו-פלסטיניות בצנעא

Will the Houthi military chief’s assassination change anything? 'They’re no longer a primitive militia'

Despite the Gaza ceasefire and the killing of Houthi Chief of Staff Muhammad al-Ghamari, the Iran-backed group remains defiant; Crowds in Sanaa vowed to follow Sinwar’s path: 'We’re here to stay and ready to return if the enemy does'

Lior Ben Ari | 13:33 | 10.18.25

הרנן דמיאני, בן 64, פוליטיקאי מארגנטינה, לקה בליבו ומת בשידור חי

Tragedy in Argentina: Politician dies during live broadcast days before election

Hernan Damiani, 64, collapsed from a heart attack during a live broadcast just days before Argentina’s parliamentary elections; on-air hosts and guests rushed to help, including a former health minister, but he was pronounced dead at the hospital

ynet | 18:13 | 10.17.25

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