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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-11-27 at 10:07

Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-11-27 at 10:07

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 HEADLINES- West Bank raid uncovers terror network hub- Australia designates IRGC state sponsor of terrorism- Near White House shooting wounds National GuardThe time is now 5:01 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.At five o’clock in the morning, here are the latest developments shaping security, diplomacy, and public life across Israel, the region, and key allied capitals.In the West Bank, Israeli forces conducted a broad counter-terrorism operation in northern Samaria following intelligence that terror cells were attempting to establish infrastructure. The Israeli Air Force initially struck to isolate the zone, after which troops entered dozens of sites, questioned suspects, and seized funds. Officials say investigators uncovered an operational control room in one location, and the operation reflects continuing concerns about militant networks reconstituting capabilities in the area even as the Gaza conflict has cooled. The military said it would continue to pursue threats and infrastructure that could threaten civilians and security forces.In related security reporting, Israeli authorities said that no Palestinian murderers of Israelis remain at large in the West Bank, according to remarks from the central command, signaling a reshaping of pursuit and capture priorities in the aftermath of extensive counter-terror efforts.On the diplomatic front, France urged Israel to boost security at its Jerusalem consulate and surrounding buildings after protests, noting the obligation to protect diplomatic and consular staff and facilities under the Vienna Convention. Paris emphasized the responsibility of Israeli authorities to ensure protection for personnel and premises in a tense environment.In Israel’s legal and administrative sphere, the new chief lawyer for the Israeli defense establishment, Itai Ophir, is to be sworn in today in a closed ceremony. Ophir had begun work earlier in the week and will formally assume office with the oath-taking, marking a transition in the defense legal leadership.International allies also weighed in on security issues linked to Iran and its regional proxies. Australia elevated the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps to a state sponsor of terrorism, citing its alleged involvement in antisemitic arson attacks in Sydney and Melbourne in 2024 and assessing that the Iranian group seeks to sow division and undermine multicultural societies. The designation carries the weight of a new domestic legal framework, with penalties for the provision of support to a listed organization and a reminder that terrorist activity can have transnational effects. The action followed a broader Australian security assessment and underscores growing international alignment against Iran’s regional activities.In Europe, Hungary reaffirmed its support for Israel, resisting a broader European shift toward recognizing a Palestinian state and voting patterns at the United Nations. Hungarian officials described Europe’s pivot as a policy choice that deprives regional diplomacy of seriousness, arguing that security, stability, and real diplomatic progress should take precedence over symbolic moves.In regional security assessments, Turkey signaled that any discussion of deploying a multinational reassurance force must wait for a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, stressing that a stable framework and clear mandates are prerequisites for multinational troop commitments. The Turkish position reflects a cautious approach to security arrangements that involve actors with varied alignments in the conflict dynamics surrounding Europe and the wider Middle East.Turning to commentary and strategic assessments, a group of former American generals described Israel’s recent 12-day operation against Iran as an “operational masterpiece.” They argued that Israel demonstrated its intelligence and military capabilities at a level that surpasses many regional partners, delivering strategic effects that align with American interests as well. The evaluations reflect longstanding US-Israel cooperation and a shared assessment of the lessons drawn about deterrence, readiness, and the importance of preventing adversaries from reconstituting capabilities near Israel’s borders.In domestic politics, President Donald Trump repurposed a light presidential moment by reframing the fate of the Biden administration’s Thanksgiving turkeys. He joked that he initially wanted to rename the birds Chuck and Nancy, invoking Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. The exchange drew coverage about political theater in the United States and the continuing interplay between domestic policy, symbolism, and the administration’s public messaging.In Washington, a security incident drew attention to the broader challenge of terrorism and public safety. A suspected Afghan national, who had previously served with Afghan forces, allegedly opened fire on ...
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