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Stay informed, no matter how busy you are. Reporter Noa Levi of Israel Today: Ongoing War Report brings you the most crucial updates from Israel every hour. Sourced directly from leading news channels and top-rated RSS feeds, our team distills extensive news coverage from 'Telegram Channel Israel Today', 'Haaretz', 'JPost.com', 'The Times of Israel', 'Ynet' and more, into concise 2-3 minute summaries. From breaking headlines to political shifts and cultural happenings, get a comprehensive snapshot of the nation's heartbeat without the fluff. Subscribe now and never miss a beat from the heart of Israel. Sources: Telegram Channel Israel TodayTelegram Channel Stand With Us Breaking NewsTelegram Channel News Before EveryoneFront - GlobesHaaretz latest headlinesJPost.com - Homepage & BreakingMaariv.co.il - NewsThe Times of IsraelIsrael Hayomynet DISCLAIMER DISCLAIMER DISCLAIMER This podcast's content is generated using advanced artificial intelligence techniques and aims to summarize information from various sources. It's important to note that while the AI strives for accuracy, it might not always provide an exact representation of the news. There's potential for unintended inaccuracies or omissions. The content provides an overview of discussions over the last hour and serves as a digest for those seeking a concise update. For comprehensive and direct information, please refer to primary news sources. mini-news-jingle by Code Box and news-end-signature by Mansardian used under CC BY 4.0. Code generating this podcast is available under the MIT license and can be found here: https://github.com/mplawner/hourlynews.

  1. 19m ago

    Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-07-10 at 04:02

    HEADLINES Hormuz Strikes Spark US Iran Clashes Israel Cites Plot to Assassinate Trump Yashar Overtakes Likud in Poll The time is now 4:02 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report. In Regional Impacts, the night passed without military action by either the US or Iran, but tensions remained high across the Middle East following the escalation in recent days. A senior US official said that diplomacy is continuing despite intermittent strikes in Iran. Friday marked the third day of the latest round, which began with an attack on tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, followed by US strikes in Iran and Iranian missile and drone attacks targeting US bases in the Gulf. Meanwhile, former Iranian supreme leader Ali Khamenei was laid to rest four months after he was assassinated; his funeral procession passed through several Shiite holy cities, and his son Mojtaba Khamenei was not seen during the proceedings, though other senior officials attended. Israel shared intelligence with the US about a new Iranian plot to assassinate US President Donald Trump, the Wall Street Journal reported, with the Israeli Embassy in Washington declining to comment and Iran’s mission to the UN not immediately responding. The White House referred the Journal’s remarks to earlier statements on the matter. Separately, the IDF said some reserve units will be cut by as much as 50% as emergency mobilization and nonessential activities are scaled back following a new operational assessment. In US Policy Concerning Israel, Israel is willing to join the United States in striking Iran should President Donald Trump request it, Jerusalem sources told the New York Post, signaling readiness to act again if needed and noting that “we’ve proved that we stand with the US.” Israeli officials also told The Jerusalem Post that the IDF is not planning to be drawn into the US-Iran exchanges at this time, though the military remains prepared for any eventuality, and the current assumption is that Iran does not intend to drag Israel into the conflict. US Central Command said renewed strikes came in response to Iran’s attempts to impose heavy costs for targeting and attacking commercial shipping in an international waterway. On Wednesday, Trump said he felt the Memorandum of Understanding with Iran was nullified following overnight strikes in the Strait of Hormuz. In Israeli Domestic Politics, Gadi Eisenkot’s Yashar party overtook Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s Likud for the first time in a Maariv poll, placing first with 22 seats, up two from the prior poll and 10 more than after the April merger of Bennett and Lapid. Likud held 21 seats, while Bennett and Lapid’s Together party dropped to 18. The new party led by Chili Tropper and Yoaz Hendel drew 2.9% of the vote and did not cross the electoral threshold, but drew support from Religious Zionist Party voters, pushing that party down to four seats and reducing the Netanyahu bloc to 49 seats. The Arab parties remained at 11 seats. When asked which party they would vote for today, respondents gave Yashar 22 seats, Likud 21, Yisrael Beytenu and the Democrats 10 each, Otzma Yehudit, Shas, and United Torah Judaism eight each, Hadash-Ta’al six, Ra’am five, and Religious Zionist Party four. Separately, with an eye toward upcoming elections, Netanyahu is seeking to overhaul the Likud slate, aiming for up to 11 reserved slots, including four in the top 10, a move that could sideline veteran lawmakers. In Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate, a Pennsylvania man was arrested after reportedly making antisemitic threats toward Governor Josh Shapiro at the office of State Representative Leanne Kruger. Richard John Franklin, 65, allegedly used antisemitic slurs and threatened to burn the governor’s mansion; state troopers later met him at his home, and he provided inconsistent accounts before admitting to the slur and describing his threatening remarks as “sympathetic” and “positive” given that the governor and his family had previously survived an arson attack. He was charged with terrorist threats, ethnic intimidation, harassment, and disorderly conduct and was taken to Delaware County Prison. In a separate discussion within this section, a Church of England motion is described as pursuing peace and justice for Palestinians, but Christian supporters of Israel warn that Kairos Palestine documents accuse Israel of genocide and ethnic cleansing while sidelining Jewish believers in Jesus, Israeli Christians, and other Anglican voices; they argue that a process meant to deepen understanding should not narrow the truth. In Israeli Economy and Business, Natural Intelligence Marketing won the Dun’s 100 Women Tech Leadership Impact Award at the WO.men CEO Summit in Tel Aviv, with Shila Zabro Weiss of Dun’s 100 noting NI’s model demonstrates that gender diversity is a driver of business growth rather than a standalone initiative. NI reports that women make up 43% of the company’s management and 52% of its workforce, well above the national average of 34% in the first three quarters of 2025, and that three of the eight executive leaders are women: Noa Talmon, Smadar Levi, and Hila Gil. Separately, Skapion, an Israeli defense tech company developing a native counter-swarm system, announced a $36 million seed round co-led by UP.Partners and Khosla Ventures, with participation from Fusion VC, Stratos Ventures, TBD VC and q Fund. The company aims to detect and neutralize drone swarms, operating in environments with limited communications and alongside maneuvering forces, fixed installations, and critical infrastructure. In Uplifting News, scientists identify a nearby super-Earth named GJ 3378 b as a promising candidate in the search for alien life, according to a study in The Astrophysical Journal. The exoplanet, first discovered in 2024, lies about 25 light-years away and sits within the habitable zone where liquid water could exist. Its mass is now estimated at about 2.3 times that of Earth, down from earlier estimates, and its temperature is near 0 degrees Celsius while receiving roughly 91% of Earth’s solar energy. NASA plans to launch the Habitable Worlds Observatory in the 2040s to image Earth-like planets around other sun-like stars. Thank you for tuning in to this Israel Today: Ongoing War Report update. I'm Noa Levi. Stay safe and informed. Keep in mind that this AI-generated report may contain occasional inaccuracies, so consult multiple sources for a comprehensive view. Find the code and more details in the podcast description. 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  2. 1h ago

    Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-07-10 at 03:02

    HEADLINES - Yashar Overtakes Likud in Maariv Poll - Antisemitic Threats Target Governor Shapiro - Israeli Defense Tech Startup Nets $36M Seed The time is now 3:01 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report. In Israeli Domestic Politics, Gadi Eisenkot’s Yashar party overtook Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s Likud for the first time in a Maariv poll released Friday, as the coalition pushes ahead of the Knesset’s dissolution. Yashar leads with 22 seats, up two from the prior poll and 10 more than after the April merger between Naftali Bennett and Yair Lapid. Likud remains at 21 seats, while Bennett and Lapid’s Together party drops by one to 18. The new party led by Chili Tropper and Reservist leader Yoaz Hendel received 2.9% of the vote and did not cross the electoral threshold; however, it drew support from Religious Zionist Party voters, pushing that party down to four seats and reducing the Netanyahu bloc to 49 seats. The Arab parties maintain 11 seats. When asked which party they would vote for if elections were held today, respondents give Yashar 22 seats, Likud 21, Yisrael Beytenu and the Democrats 10 each, Otzma Yehudit, Shas, and United Torah Judaism eight each, Hadash-Ta’al six, Ra’am five, and Religious Zionist Party four, down from the previous reading. In Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate, authorities report a Pennsylvania man was arrested after directing antisemitic slurs toward Governor Josh Shapiro and threatening arson at the governor’s mansion. Richard John Franklin, 65, was taken into custody after the district-office incident and charged with terrorist threats, ethnic intimidation, harassment, and disorderly conduct; he is held in Delaware County Prison. In a separate case, Jamey Carney, a New York group mother, was reportedly murdered by her boyfriend, Ahmad Alsaqer, whom she met at an anti-Israel protest. Alsaqer, 28, is described as a person of interest in the homicide; Carney had posted photos with him and the couple had been living in Ireland, where she was found dead in a rented home in Killarney. Alsaqer moved to Ireland in 2024 seeking asylum, and authorities say the investigation into her death continues. In Israeli Economy and Business, Skapion, an Israeli defense-tech company developing a Native Counter Swarm system to detect, engage, and neutralize drone swarms, announced a $36 million Seed round led by UP.Partners and Khosla Ventures, with participation from Fusion VC, Stratos Ventures, TBD VC and q Fund. The system is designed to operate end-to-end in the scale and conditions of swarm drone threats, able to work alongside maneuvering forces, fixed installations, and critical infrastructure even in limited-communication environments. Separately, data on funding and exports highlight ongoing strength in the sector: IVC estimates 205 funding rounds in the first half of the year, raising about $4.9 billion, underscoring continued investor interest despite war and conscription. The Central Bureau of Statistics reports exports of high-tech services at $66.1 billion through April, up from $58.7 billion the year before and $50.9 billion in the pre-war year, a roughly 30% rise over three years that reflects the sector’s resilience and its role in the broader economy. Thank you for tuning in to this Israel Today: Ongoing War Report update. I'm Noa Levi. Stay safe and informed. Keep in mind that this AI-generated report may contain occasional inaccuracies, so consult multiple sources for a comprehensive view. Find the code and more details in the podcast description. SOURCES https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/politics-and-diplomacy/article-902098 https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1342882 https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1342875 https://www.jpost.com/diaspora/antisemitism/article-902101 https://www.israellycool.com/2026/07/10/jamey-carney-allegedly-murdered-by-boyfriend-she-met-at-anti-israel-protest/ https://www.jpost.com/defense-and-tech/article-902100 https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1342879 https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1342878 https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1342876

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  3. 2h ago

    Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-07-10 at 02:02

    HEADLINES Gaza rubble cleanup soars to $2.5B Yashar tops Likud in pivotal poll Skapion seals $36M seed for drone swarms The time is now 2:01 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report. In Regional Impacts, the destruction in the Gaza Strip after more than two and a half years of fighting is estimated at about 40 million tons of rubble, with the cleanup bill put at roughly $2.5 billion. In Israeli Domestic Politics, a Maariv poll shows Gadi Eisenkot’s Yashar party overtaking Benjamin Netanyahu’s Likud for the first time, with Yashar at 22 seats and Likud at 21, while Bennett and Lapid’s Together party slips to 18 seats. The new party led by Chili Tropper and Yoaz Hendel drew 2.9% of the vote and did not cross the electoral threshold, but it pulled support from Religious Zionist voters, pushing that bloc down to four seats and narrowing Netanyahu’s coalition to 49 seats. Arab parties remain at 11 seats. The poll also projects several shifts if elections were held today, with Yashar at 22, Likud 21, Yisrael Beytenu and the Democrats at 10, Otzma Yehudit, Shas and United Torah Judaism at eight each, Hadash-Ta’al at six, Ra’am at five, and Religious Zionist Party at four. In Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate, a 65-year-old Pennsylvania man, Richard John Franklin, was arrested after allegedly directing antisemitic slurs at Governor Josh Shapiro and threatening arson at the governor’s mansion. He faces charges including terrorist threats, ethnic intimidation, harassment, and disorderly conduct. Franklin had visited a district office seeking help with unpaid taxes; authorities say he admitted using an antisemitic slur and described his arson-threat remarks as sympathetic because the governor and his family had survived an arson attack in the past. In Israeli Economy and Business, Skapion, an Israeli defense technology company, announced a $36 million seed round led by UP.Partners and Khosla Ventures, with participation from Fusion VC, Stratos Ventures, TBD VC and q Fund. Skapion is developing a mobile, end-to-end Native Counter Swarm system to detect, engage, and neutralize drone swarms at scale, designed to operate in environments with limited communications. The technology aims to complement maneuvering forces, fixed installations, and critical infrastructure as drones become a rising factor on modern battlefields, including cheap fiber-optic drones used by groups in the region. Thank you for tuning in to this Israel Today: Ongoing War Report update. I'm Noa Levi. Stay safe and informed. Keep in mind that this AI-generated report may contain occasional inaccuracies, so consult multiple sources for a comprehensive view. Find the code and more details in the podcast description. SOURCES https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1342862 https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/politics-and-diplomacy/article-902098 https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1342865 https://www.jpost.com/diaspora/antisemitism/article-902101 https://www.jpost.com/defense-and-tech/article-902100

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  4. 3h ago

    Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-07-10 at 01:02

    HEADLINES US Pauses Iran Strikes, Diplomacy Takes Lead Israel Stays on Lebanon Border Despite Hezbollah US Plans Aid-to-Partnership Shift With Israel The time is now 1:01 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report. In US Military Role, Washington pauses strikes on Iran as diplomacy takes the lead, officials say. Washington keeps additional targets in reserve as leverage over Tehran while Trump remains publicly silent, US forces prepare for possible new attacks, and Iran buries slain Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei after a weeklong funeral procession. In Regional Impacts, President Trump at the NATO summit in Ankara said he believes Israel would withdraw from southern Lebanon, while Defense Minister Israel Katz said Israel would stay and remain until Hezbollah is disarmed. The disagreement signals a potentially unsettled future for Israel’s northern border, the fate of Hezbollah, Lebanese sovereignty, and the credibility of the US-Israel alliance. Israel has reason to be skeptical of promises concerning Lebanon, given a long history in which Hezbollah built an arsenal along the border and turned Lebanese soil into a forward base for Iranian forces. In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, Tehran’s pressure grows as the IMEC economic corridor advances, aiming to provide a stable alternative for global trade and energy and to bypass the Hormuz Strait. Tehran fears Israel’s participation in the plan could significantly strengthen its security and economic position and help form a regional bloc of moderate states coordinating against Iranian proxies. Some voices describe the least bad option as a total blockade of Iran after the midterm elections. Reports mention explosions across Iran; the regime denies involvement, with the United States saying it is not responsible. Israel has issued warnings to Trump about Iran, and officials say a critical decision regarding Israel and Lebanon will come in the days ahead as tensions with Turkey rise and the IDF responds. In US Policy Concerning Israel, an analysis notes that Israel should shift from being a recipient of aid to a true partner, and the United States should stop treating the relationship as philanthropy. The current memorandum of understanding, totaling 38 billion dollars over 10 years, expires in 2028, and replacement talks have opened with the aim of gradually transitioning to a reciprocal partnership. Prime Minister Netanyahu has written in support of moving from aid to partnership, backing a resolution to phase out the annual 3.8 billion-dollar package. In a separate development, the State Department reportedly intervened to stop a planned meeting between Iran’s UN ambassador and senior officials in New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s administration amid escalating US-Iran tensions, with Archila not informing Mamdani in advance, prompting questions about how the meeting was arranged during this period of heightened confrontation. In Israeli Domestic Politics, polling shows Yashar overtaking Likud for the first time in a Zionist opposition bloc lead, with Yashar at 22 seats to Likud’s 21 and Together at 18; the new party led by Chili Tropper and Yoaz Hendel drew 2.9 percent but did not cross the electoral threshold, pulling votes from Religious Zionist and shrinking Netanyahu’s bloc to 49 seats while Arab parties hold 11. If elections were held today, Yashar would lead with 22 seats, followed by Likud at 21, with other parties remaining largely unchanged. The coverage also notes internal tensions within Likud, with Smotrich warning and Mai Golan reportedly moving toward Ben Gvir, and talk of a minister preparing to defect to Ben Gvir’s faction, signaling possible shifts within the party and questions about Netanyahu’s grip. An opinion piece questions the prospects of a high-profile figure as defense minister, suggesting the expected successor may not be the actual choice. Thank you for tuning in to this Israel Today: Ongoing War Report update. I'm Noa Levi. Stay safe and informed. Keep in mind that this AI-generated report may contain occasional inaccuracies, so consult multiple sources for a comprehensive view. Find the code and more details in the podcast description. SOURCES https://www.ynetnews.com/article/rj3qeecmzx https://www.jpost.com/opinion/article-902073 https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1342854 https://www.jpost.com/opinion/article-902075 https://worldisraelnews.com/state-department-intervenes-to-stop-mamdani-teams-meeting-with-iranian-envoy-amid-war/ https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/politics-and-diplomacy/article-902098 https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1342856 https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1342855 https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1342853

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  5. 4h ago

    Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-07-10 at 00:02

    HEADLINES Sudan RSF must withdraw from all cities Two quakes kill 3,889 in Venezuela Lebanon clash tests US Israel credibility The time is now 12:01 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report. In Regional Impacts, the Sudan army's demand for full RSF withdrawal from cities and Venezuela's mounting earthquake toll frame two urgent regional concerns. Documents seen by Reuters show the army conditioned acceptance of a US proposal on the full withdrawal by the RSF from all cities it has occupied since May 11, 2023. The US plan called for an immediate 90-day humanitarian truce, negotiations on a permanent ceasefire, and a civilian-led transition to elections, with a UN-led mechanism to support limited withdrawals by the RSF, prioritizing North Darfur where al-Fashir was recently seized and North Kordofan where RSF drone strikes are ongoing. The army said the withdrawal must cover all cities it has occupied, a stance that has stalled past peace efforts. Meanwhile in Venezuela, two earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 struck Caracas, La Guaira, and surrounding areas on June 24, causing a rising toll. The death count has reached 3,889 with 78 more deaths added, while 16,740 were reported injured and 17,907 left homeless in more than 80 shelters. Interim President Delcy Rodríguez called for sanctions to be lifted to aid reconstruction, arguing that sanctions have blocked resources that could fund employment and education programs; residents have expressed growing frustration with the pace of relief and recovery. In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, a sharp disagreement over Lebanon underscores a broader rift between Washington and Jerusalem on how to handle Hezbollah and the north. At the NATO summit in Ankara, US President Donald Trump said he believed Israel would withdraw from southern Lebanon, while Defense Minister Israel Katz rejected that view, stating, "We did not ask for permission to enter Lebanon, and we do not need permission to stay in Lebanon," and that Israeli forces would remain until Hezbollah is disarmed. The clash over what happens on Israel's northern border touches the sovereignty of Lebanon and the credibility of the US-Israel alliance and has implications for regional security. Israel has long faced skepticism that international arrangements failed to prevent Hezbollah from entrenching along the border; Hezbollah has built an arsenal and established a forward base in southern Lebanon, making the border region volatile. In US Policy Concerning Israel, editor notes that the alliance after the aid is gone must become a partnership, not an MoU. A very senior defense official said Israel's goal in Washington talks is to move from aid to partnership, with the idea described by some as a memorandum of partnership. The current memorandum of understanding provides about $38 billion over 10 years and expires in 2028; replacement talks opened last month, led by Defense Ministry Director-General Major-General (Reserve) Amir Baram and Israeli Ambassador to the United States Yechiel Leiter. The ministry says the aim is to gradually transition from aid to a reciprocal partnership. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has backed a resolution by Representative Marlin Stutzman to phase out the annual $3.8 billion in aid, signaling a shift in how the two allies frame their long-term relationship. In Uplifting News, the Israeli officer giving Venezuelan earthquake survivors hope. The Home Front Command officer Avi Cohen is helping earthquake-hit Venezuelans determine whether they can return home, reassuring residents that damaged buildings are safe while warning that similar destruction could occur in Israel. Thank you for tuning in to this Israel Today: Ongoing War Report update. I'm Noa Levi. Stay safe and informed. Keep in mind that this AI-generated report may contain occasional inaccuracies, so consult multiple sources for a comprehensive view. Find the code and more details in the podcast description. SOURCES https://www.jpost.com/international/article-902092 https://www.jpost.com/international/article-902088 https://www.jpost.com/opinion/article-902073 https://www.jpost.com/opinion/article-902075 https://www.ynetnews.com/article/ry0ap0pqzx

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  6. 5h ago

    Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-07-09 at 23:02

    HEADLINES - Iran shoots down 30 US MQ-9 drones - Damascus bombings ISIS cell dismantled - Iran plots to kill Trump, Israel warns The time is now 11:01 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report. In Iranian Retaliation, Iran has shot down approximately 30 US MQ-9 Reaper drones since the start of the war, according to ABC News, citing a US official. The MQ-9 Reaper is a high-altitude unmanned aircraft used for intelligence, surveillance, and precision strike missions. In Regional Impacts, Those behind the string of recent explosions in Damascus, including the bombings during French President Emmanuel Macron’s visit earlier this week, have been arrested, Syria's Interior Ministry confirmed in an X post on Thursday. Israeli public broadcaster KAN News, citing a Syrian security source, reported that the cell belonged to Islamic State. "Through a complex security operation and precise intelligence follow-up," the Interior Ministry said in another post, "the internal security forces succeeded in dismantling the entire terrorist cell responsible for the recent Damascus bombings." Simultaneous raids were conducted all at once, targeting the cell's locations in Damascus and the countryside, including Al-Qatifah, Sayyidah Zaynab, Qudsaya suburb, and 'Ush al-Warawir, it added. Internal Security Forces commander for the rural Damascus province Brigadier General Ahmad al-Dalati told state television that the operation had concluded and the cell was in custody. In US Policy Concerning Israel, Israel recently shared intelligence with the United States indicating that Iran was considering a new assassination plot targeting President Trump, according to The Wall Street Journal. Speaking Wednesday at the NATO Summit in Ankara, Trump referenced ongoing threats against him, saying he is on every list and claiming Iran wants to take out the US leader—me. The report comes amid heightened tensions between Washington and Tehran. The Wall Street Journal also reported that Israel warned the United States of the suspected plot, and CNN said Washington had already received ongoing intelligence about possible plots before Israel's warning. In Israeli Domestic Politics, With the Israeli parliament set to dissolve in the coming days, just four months before national elections, the government of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is racing to pass a series of bills, drawing fierce criticism from opposition. Seven pieces of legislation are currently on the agenda of the Knesset, each a priority for one or more parties in Netanyahu's ruling coalition. By striking these political bargains, Netanyahu hopes to shore up his alliances and head into the late October election from a position of strength, despite opinion polls suggesting he might struggle to return to office. The bill that has generated the most controversy concerns exemptions from military service for students engaged in religious studies. In Uplifting News, The 'angel' in uniform: the Israeli officer giving Venezuelan earthquake survivors hope. Home Front Command officer Avi Cohen is helping earthquake-hit Venezuelans determine whether they can return home, reassuring residents that damaged buildings are safe while warning that similar destruction could occur in Israel. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hails Israeli aid team for rebuilding relations with Venezuela after 17 years of severed ties, saying the delegation is not only helping the country recover but also rebuilding relations with Caracas. The delegation has been operating in several earthquake-hit areas for about 10 days, assessing and classifying damaged buildings and assisting with reconstruction, as Venezuela’s latest tally reported at least 3,889 killed and nearly 17,000 injured. Thank you for tuning in to this Israel Today: Ongoing War Report update. I'm Noa Levi. Stay safe and informed. Keep in mind that this AI-generated report may contain occasional inaccuracies, so consult multiple sources for a comprehensive view. Find the code and more details in the podcast description. SOURCES https://t.me/JewishNews24/56968 https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-902083 https://t.me/JewishNews24/56962 https://www.ynetnews.com/article/hjbzxctqfl https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2026/07/netanyahu-races-keep-promises-allies-ahead-election https://www.ynetnews.com/article/ry0ap0pqzx https://www.timesofisrael.com/pm-hails-israeli-aid-team-for-rebuilding-relations-with-venezuela-after-17-years-of-severed-ties/

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  7. 6h ago

    Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-07-09 at 22:01

    HEADLINES Israel Shares Iran Plot to Kill Trump Platner Exit Sparks Israel Policy Debate Leviev Family Drops Tinder Swindler Complaint The time is now 10:01 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report. In Iranian Retaliation, Israel shared new intelligence with the US about a new Iranian plot to assassinate US President Donald Trump, the Wall Street Journal reported on Thursday night, citing people familiar with the matter. The report follows the latest round of attacks between the US and Iran over the Strait of Hormuz. The White House reportedly referred the Journal to comments Trump made in Ankara during the NATO summit, where he said, “They want to take out the US leader, me. I’m on every list.” In Mashhad, crowds at former supreme leader Ali Khamenei’s funeral cortege chanted slogans demanding revenge on Trump, including calls that “we will kill you.” In US Policy Concerning Israel, following the implosion of Graham Platner, a harsh critic of Israel who lobbed a parting shot about “genocide” in Gaza in his video this week, quitting the Maine Senate race, a number of possible replacements have emerged. There is a significant range of views among the possible candidates on the American Israel Public Affairs Committee pro-Israel lobby, arms sales to Israel and whether there was a genocide in Gaza, based on their past and recent comments. In statements to JTA, pro-Israel groups Democratic Majority for Israel and the Jewish Democratic Council of America both urged the party to nominate a candidate aligned with their values; Platner had drawn concern from Jewish groups because of his covered-up Nazi tattoo and stance on Israel. DMFI’s president and CEO, Brian Romick, said he doesn’t understand why progressives had supported “a candidate with so many obvious red flags, including an allegation of sexual assault and a Nazi tattoo.” Platner has denied the assault allegation and claimed to not know what the tattoo was. In Israeli Domestic Politics, members of Israeli diamond tycoon Lev Leviev’s family have called to withdraw the criminal complaint filed against Simon Leviev, known as the Tinder Swindler, after an agreement between the parties was reached. The agreement was submitted for approval to the Tel Aviv Magistrate’s Court after more than four years of legal proceedings. Under the agreement, the complaint will be dropped without an acquittal. It was also agreed that the defendants would not be entitled to reimbursement of legal costs or attorneys’ fees. The agreement remains subject to court approval. Attorney Guy Ophir, who represents the Leviev family, said the arrangement followed a court position that most of the acts attributed to Hayut were carried out outside Israel’s borders, and therefore the attorney general’s approval was required. In Uplifting News, the Maccabiah baseball field is a symbol of Israeli resilience – and a home – for players and fans. The Ezra Schwartz Memorial Field in Ra’anana hosted a six-game series between Team USA and Team Israel, with the Americans winning game seven 5-1 to move the series to a 4-3 margin in favor of the United States after a first-half duel that left the series tied 3-3. The tournament, delayed last year by the 12-day war with Iran, showcased the dedication of athletes who train and compete despite off-field challenges, underscoring the community bonds formed around the game. Thank you for tuning in to this Israel Today: Ongoing War Report update. I'm Noa Levi. Stay safe and informed. Keep in mind that this AI-generated report may contain occasional inaccuracies, so consult multiple sources for a comprehensive view. Find the code and more details in the podcast description. SOURCES https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-902082 https://www.jpost.com/american-politics/article-902081 https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/crime-in-israel/article-902080 https://www.timesofisrael.com/maccabiah-baseball-field-is-a-symbol-of-israeli-resilience-and-a-home-for-players-and-fans/

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    Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-07-09 at 21:02

    HEADLINES Israel uncovers Iranian plot to kill Trump Platner Nazi tattoo fuels Israel policy debate Arkia sale sparks labor action over Shabbat The time is now 9:01 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report. In Direct Israel-Iran Clashes, Israel shared new intelligence with the United States about a new Iranian plot to assassinate President Donald Trump, the Wall Street Journal reported on Thursday night, citing people familiar with the matter. The report follows the latest bout of attacks between the US and Iran over the Strait of Hormuz. The Journal notes that Israel’s embassy in Washington declined to comment and Iran’s Mission to the United Nations did not respond to requests for comment. The White House reportedly referred the Journal to comments Trump made on Wednesday in Ankara during the NATO summit, saying, “They want to take out the US leader, me.” He added, “I’m on every list. I saw this morning, I’m on every single one of their lists. And so far, I guess I’ve been a little bit lucky, but that maybe doesn’t last very long.” Earlier on Thursday, crowds in Mashhad awaiting former supreme leader Ali Khamenei’s funeral cortege chanted slogans demanding revenge on Trump for his killing, including the line, “I swear by the blood of the Supreme Leader, Trump, we will kill you!” In US Policy Concerning Israel, the Maine Democratic Senate race following the exit of Graham Platner has brought into focus how replacements view Israel policy. Candidates are split on issues such as the American Israel Public Affairs Committee’s influence, arms sales to Israel, and whether there was a genocide in Gaza, with perspectives shaped by past and recent remarks. Pro-Israel groups Democratic Majority for Israel and the Jewish Democratic Council of America have urged the party to nominate a candidate who aligns with their values; Platner’s record raised concern among Jewish groups due to his Nazi tattoo and his stance on Israel. DMFI’s president Brian Romick said he does not understand why progressives had supported “a candidate with so many obvious red flags, including an allegation of sexual assault and a Nazi tattoo.” Platner has denied the assault allegation and said he did not know what the tattoo depicted. In Israeli Economy and Business, a proposed sale of Arkia Israel Airlines to Brooklyn-based Haredi real estate developer Ezra Unger faces strong opposition from employee-shareholders who hold 22.1% of the company and warn they would take labor action if Shabbat and Jewish holiday flights are halted. Unger has expressed support for ending Shabbat flights, while no deal has been finalized and the Nakash family is considering other offers. In Uplifting News, the Maccabiah baseball field in Ra’anana, the Ezra Schwartz Memorial Field, stands as a symbol of Israeli resilience and a home for players and fans. A six-game Maccabiah series pitted Team USA against Team Israel, with the Americans winning game seven 5-1 after the series was tied 3-3. The tournament’s broader context includes last year’s delay of the 22nd Maccabiah Games due to the 12-day war with Iran, which prompted some athletes to drop out. USA coach Wayne Stotsky noted that the teams merged from two rosters and that they “never even got to train together” before the games. Thank you for tuning in to this Israel Today: Ongoing War Report update. I'm Noa Levi. Stay safe and informed. Keep in mind that this AI-generated report may contain occasional inaccuracies, so consult multiple sources for a comprehensive view. Find the code and more details in the podcast description. SOURCES https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-902082 https://www.jpost.com/american-politics/article-902081 https://t.me/JewishNews24/56952 https://www.timesofisrael.com/maccabiah-baseball-field-is-a-symbol-of-israeli-resilience-and-a-home-for-players-and-fans/

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