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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-11-27 at 12:06

Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-11-27 at 12:06

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 HEADLINES- Two hostages' remains still in Gaza City- Arab-Israeli network funds Hamas via Turkey- 20-point plan advances in Gaza ceasefireThe time is now 7:01 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.At 7:00 AM, officials say hostage recovery operations have resumed in the Zeitoun neighborhood of Gaza City, part of ongoing efforts to determine the fate of those abducted during the Hamas assault last fall. The two deceased hostages known to remain in Gaza are Thai national Sudthisak Rinthalak and Israeli police officer Ran Gvili. Families and authorities continue to press for clarity on the whereabouts of those who were taken and the possibility of returning the remains.In the West Bank, prosecutors have indicted Ariel Dahari, an Israeli settler, for a racially motivated assault on Palestinian olive harvesters near Turmus Aiya. The case centers on a suspected hate-motivated attack and seeks to keep Dahari in custody until trial. The incident underscores ongoing tensions in the area between settlers and Palestinian communities, with security forces maintaining vigilance.Security agencies report momentum in counterterrorism operations against Hamas networks. Shin Bet says it has thwarted a Hamas-linked network funneling weapons and funds into the West Bank, with several suspects arrested in joint operations with Israel Police and indictments expected in the coming days. The developments reflect continued vigilance against attempts to route arms and money to operatives in Judea and Samaria.The Israeli Defense Force has amended the official cause of death for four soldiers killed in the Rafah operation last September. The army indicates the officers were traveling as the lead vehicle in a convoy when an explosion occurred during offensive operations in Rafah. The update comes as investigations and assessments continue about the events that led to the fatalities.Security and intelligence authorities also disclosed a major domestic network case. The Shin Bet and police uncovered an Arab Israeli network funneling weapons and funds to Hamas cells in Judea and Samaria, directed by an Israeli citizen operating from Turkey. The investigation describes a complex pattern of transfers involving cryptocurrency and cash, with authorities preparing to file charges against multiple individuals. The case highlights how cross-border links can enable illicit support for militant activities.On the humanitarian and strategic front, the Israeli military has warned that Gaza is now flooded with food and fuel due to aid flows, cautioning that such levels risk enabling Hamas to regroup and complicate peace efforts. The military contends that while humanitarian aid is essential, misuse could undermine stabilization and reconstruction efforts in the enclave.In the broader regional arena, authorities report ongoing frustration in Gaza six weeks into the ceasefire framework. Israel has conducted strikes across Gaza, including actions in Gaza City targeting Hamas’s military leadership, as the first phase of the so‑called 20‑point plan associated with former US proposals for a broader peace framework moves into its next stage. The plan envisions a transitional governance arrangement for Gaza, the deployment of a multinational security force, disarmament of Hamas, and steps toward reconstruction, though progress remains disputed amid continued hostilities and mutual distrust.Diplomatic echoes of the conflict extend beyond the immediate neighborhood. France has urged Israel to bolster protection for diplomats and consular staff at its Jerusalem mission, stressing obligations under the Vienna Convention. In London, criticism from figures aligned with the opposition about Israel policy and the handling of the Gaza war continues to unfold, with debates over recognition of a Palestinian state and the UK’s future role in regional mediation. British officials reiterate support for a durable settlement while acknowledging the complexity of achieving it.In Kabul and Islamabad, US refugee policy developments have drawn attention. The US Citizenship and Immigration Services has halted processing for Afghan nationals seeking resettlement, following a shooting near the White House and President Biden’s review of refugee admissions. Afghan applicants, including those who worked with US forces or programs, describe the freeze as shutting a critical path to safety. Advocates warn that tens of thousands remain in limbo in Pakistan and other countries, awaiting a political resolution and a renewed vetting process.On the security frontier with Iran and its allies, reports circulate about evolving threats in the region. Yemen’s Houthi actions and the potential for renewed pressure in nearby waterways remain a concern for shipping and regional stability, with Israel’s defense posture characterized by vigilance along borders and in the Mediterranean. Analysts note that additional security challenges ...
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