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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-12-12 at 04:04

Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-12-12 at 04:04

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 HEADLINESGvili Remains Talks Drive Ceasefire ProspectsKushner Returns for Gaza Ukraine Peace TalksLawmakers Urge Pause on West Bank DemolitionsThe time is now 11:01 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.Tonight’s hourly update focuses on Israel, its security concerns, and the evolving US policy stance, set against broader regional and international developments.Israel remains focused on securing the return of the remains of St.-Sergeant-Major Ran Gvili as part of ongoing discussions with Hamas, with officials saying that any broader ceasefire progress is contingent on proper burial arrangements and the humane treatment of captives and soldiers. The situation underlines the continued linkage in Israeli minds between hostage issues, battlefield security, and political horizons for a broader settlement.On the diplomatic front in Washington, US lawmakers pressed Prime Minister Netanyahu to pause or reconsider demolition orders in Palestinian areas of the West Bank. A letter signed by nearly a quarter of House members described the proposed demolitions as cruel, emphasizing concerns about civilian harm and implications for regional stability. In parallel, several US lawmakers accused Israel of not holding to account those involved in the 2023 strike in Lebanon that killed a Reuters journalist and wounded others, arguing that accountability remains essential to regional trust and credibility.In the realm of US-Israel transformation and its global implications, former White House adviser Jared Kushner has returned to the Trump administration’s inner circle in a capacity described as informal and unpaid, with a renewed emphasis on Gaza and Ukraine peace talks. His involvement comes as President Trump signals a willingness to re-engage in complex, high-stakes diplomacy in the region. At the same time, Kushner’s private-sector activities, including a stake in a Paramount-led bid to acquire Warner Bros., have drawn renewed scrutiny over potential conflicts of interest, even as Trump’s team stresses that Kushner offers valuable expertise to ongoing negotiations.Within Israel’s security establishment, the defense discipline continues to adapt to a broad set of challenges. A contagious skin disease outbreak affecting some 40 naval academy cadets temporarily halted training, illustrating how even routine readiness operations must be safeguarded in a crowded defense environment. Health and readiness remain priorities alongside ongoing counterterrorism and border security concerns, as the country maintains vigilance against a range of threats on multiple fronts.Looking ahead, observers will be watching for any momentum toward hostage exchanges or adjustments to ongoing hostilities, as well as how US diplomacy, congressional oversight, and private-sector interests intersect with the region’s security calculus. The week’s developments reinforce the perception in Jerusalem and allied capitals that diplomacy, accountability, and security measures must move in step, even as the region endures a protracted period of tension and fragile truces.That is the latest for now. Proceedings and talks continue to evolve, and additional briefings are expected as officials assess humanitarian, legal, and security dimensions of the situation. We will keep you updated with further developments as they occur.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.SOURCEShttps://www.jpost.com/international/article-880139https://www.jpost.com/international/article-880127https://www.jpost.com/american-politics/article-880134https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-880129https://www.jpost.com/international/article-880133https://www.jpost.com/travel/article-880132https://www.jpost.com/international/article-880130https://www.timesofisrael.com/wildlife-smuggling-poison-rabies-rise-in-2025-alongside-uptick-in-nature-visits/https://www.jpost.com/health-and-wellness/article-880126https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-880123https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-880107https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-880122https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-880111https://www.timesofisrael.com/a-timely-new-york-exhibition-immerses-listeners-in-voices-from-the-holocaust/https://t.me/newssil/183160https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2025/12/kushner-returns-team-trump-ethical-questions-swirl
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