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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-11-26 at 22:06

Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-11-26 at 22:06

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 HEADLINESTwo National Guardsmen killed near White HouseCeasefire talks stall over hostages and disarmamentWest Bank clash near Jenin attacker killedThe time is now 5:01 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.At 5:00 PM, here is the latest consolidated briefing on events in the Middle East and related developments.In the West Bank, during a counterterrorism operation near Jenin, an attacker hurled an explosive toward an IDF unit. Soldiers returned fire, and the assailant was killed. The Israeli military reported no Israeli casualties in that incident, and the exchange followed a broader operation against militants in the area.Across the Gaza-Israel front, Washington and Jerusalem remain at a stalemate over the next phase of any Gaza ceasefire framework. The United States is urging movement in the talks, while Israel says the return of the two remaining hostages must come first and has signaled readiness for further steps only after those conditions are met. Hamas has shown reluctance to disarm, complicating efforts to advance a broader, US-backed plan that some Israeli security officials say would require a decisive security and political strategy on the ground. The broader discussions include proposals for a Muslim-led stabilization force in the region, but those talks have stalled, increasing the leverage of regional actors such as Turkey and Qatar in shaping the diplomacy and potential deployments.In Washington, a dramatic security incident near the White House drew swift attention. Two National Guard members were shot in downtown Washington, one block from the White House. Reports indicated both Guardsmen were gravely wounded and later succumbed to their injuries; a suspect was detained and the scene remained under investigation as authorities urged the public to avoid the area. The White House and federal agencies were placed on heightened security posture as the investigation continued, with various officials briefed and monitoring ongoing.Israel’s domestic leadership conversations continued to draw scrutiny. IDF Chief of Staff Lieutenant General Eyal Zamir called for bold, transformative leadership that acknowledges failures and sets a clear path forward, a message delivered during a ceremony in which he linked accountability to rebuilding the military’s readiness. The remarks followed public tensions between Zamir and Defense Minister Israel Katz over senior promotions and internal probes tied to the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack, with the government resisting calls for a full state commission of inquiry. In parallel, a new internal directive reportedly curbs the use of certain Android devices among senior officers, mandating iPhones for higher-ranking personnel to reduce security risks.In related security developments, observers noted heightened alert levels in parts of the West Bank, including Kedumim and northern outposts, where overnight reconnaissance and patrols led to instructions for residents to stay indoors and secure homes as forces conducted searches following indications of potential threats.Regional energy and security incidents also drew attention. In Iraq, electricity outages were reported in several areas, including Arbil, Dohuk, and the city of al-Habbaji in the north, following a strike on the Khurmor gas field in Salahuddin. The development has raised questions about regional energy security amid broader security disturbances in the area. In Iraq and neighboring states, surveillance and counterterror operations continued as authorities assess risk levels around critical infrastructure.Iranian influence and funding dynamics remain a focal point of regional analysis. Reports asserted that Tehran has directed substantial financial support to Hezbollah in recent months, routed through intermediaries in Iraq, Syria, and Turkey, a pattern linked to broader regional instability and power shortages inside Iran that some observers say feed external support networks.On the diplomatic front in academia and civil society, a prominent university union in the United States—Cornell Graduate Students United—approved a resolution endorsing resistance to Israel “by any means necessary,” a move that has drawn sharp responses from campus leadership and the broader Jewish community. The resolution calls for Palestinian solidarity actions and criticizes what it characterizes as suppression of pro-Palestinian speech, while the university administration emphasized that its policies and stance do not represent Cornell University itself. The measure highlights the ongoing campus debates surrounding Israel, Palestinian rights, and the expression of political viewpoints in higher education.Meanwhile, a memorial and historical exhibit in Boston progressed as planned, featuring a railcar once used to transport Jews to Nazi camps. The exhibit and its accompanying programming aim to educate visitors about the Holocaust and to reflect on the ...
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