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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-11-25 at 23:07

Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-11-25 at 23:07

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 HEADLINESGaza war widens as ground operations intensifyLikud elections spark generational clash in IsraelArgentina moves embassy to Jerusalem in springThe time is now 6:01 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.Today at 6:00 PM, we review the latest developments shaping the regional security landscape and the political currents inside Israel, with attention to the broader Jewish world and international responses.The Israel-Gaza conflict remains in a tense and volatile phase as day 782 of the current war draws to a close. Israeli military authorities report ongoing operations in the northern Gaza Strip, with activity centered on military objectives and associated air and ground actions. Israeli security officials say the focus remains on degrading terrorist capabilities while warning residents of danger as operations continue in dense urban areas. In Gaza, humanitarian concerns persist as fighting disrupts civilian life, with aid deliveries and civilian evacuations continuing to be challenging amid the security environment. Across the border, tensions with Lebanon and the broader region influence calculations on both sides, underscoring the risk of wider escalation if missteps occur.Inside Israel, political life continues to reflect a broader shift under way within the ruling bloc. The Likud party has begun its internal elections for the central committee and local branches, including key districts in Jerusalem and south Tel Aviv. Observers note a generational shift underway, with younger candidates and new energy entering a party that has governed Israel for much of the last several decades. In Jerusalem, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other senior figures cast the process as a vital expression of democratic choice, even as long-standing loyalties and regional dynamics—such as growing Haredi participation—shape the outcome. Across Tel Aviv’s south and other hubs, veteran figures and rising voices compete for seats that extend influence over policy direction, including matters of judicial reform, defense policy, and foreign affairs. Results are expected in the weeks ahead, with party leadership projecting that the Central Committee will play a decisive role in shaping future slate selections and internal governance.On the regional diplomatic front, US officials continue to weigh pathways toward broader normalization in the Gulf and beyond, even as public and private discussions reveal areas of tension. Reports indicate that discussions between Washington and Riyadh about normalization are proceeding with both cooperation and friction, reflecting domestic concerns in Saudi Arabia about public sentiment and regional stability. In parallel, the United States has pressed for coordinated approaches to security and deterrence in the region, including allied support for defense and cyber capabilities. The broader US policy landscape remains attentive to Israel’s security requirements while balancing partner concerns about settlement dynamics, Palestinian statehood prospects, and regional stability.In the arena of international diplomacy, the United Nations Security Council is scheduled to visit Syria and Lebanon next week as it seeks to reestablish a stronger regional role. Diplomats say the mission will meet with new authorities in Damascus and with peacekeepers in Beirut as part of efforts to stabilize the Levant and support an inclusive transition process. The visit comes as Lebanon continues to contend with questions about ceasefire arrangements and the presence of armed groups near the border with Israel, and as the UN contemplates the future role of UNIFIL after 2027.A separate diplomatic milestone touched down in Argentina, where officials announced plans to move the country’s embassy to Jerusalem in the coming spring, signaling a continued alignment with Israel on certain diplomatic fronts. The decision follows discussions at high levels and reflects a broader pattern of Middle East diplomacy that combines recognition with ongoing debates about the prospects for broader peace arrangements in the region.In Washington, dialogue over a potential Ukraine peace framework drew renewed attention as US and allied negotiators signaled cautious optimism amid reports that direct talks with Russian counterparts could be imminent. Ukrainian and European leaders pressed for a framework that preserves Kyiv’s security and territorial integrity, with President Zelensky emphasizing the need for a consultative approach that includes Ukrainian participation and regional assurances. At the same time, US officials indicated that the proposed plan has evolved to better reflect Ukrainian security needs, while acknowledging that key disputes remain and must be resolved in direct talks.Iran continues to emphasize readiness in its air defense posture, conducting routine checks of its radar and interceptor systems amid heightened regional tensions. The Iranian ...
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