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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-12-17 at 12:04

Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-12-17 at 12:04

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 HEADLINESMossad Warns Iran Threatens Israel's ExistenceISIS Nabbed in Daburiyya and AcreGaza Talks Yield Few Commitments Italy OnlyThe time is now 7:01 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.Good morning. Here is your hourly news update.In Israel, the Health Ministry is warning that flu activity is rising and urging at‑risk groups to wear masks even as vaccination rates climb; about 15.7 percent of the population have received a shot, though officials say coverage remains below what is needed to curb spread.On the security front, the head of the Mossad warned that Iran continues to seek Israel’s destruction despite setbacks in its nuclear program, arguing Tehran believes it can secure another agreement that deceives the world. The remarks came at a Mossad awards ceremony as Israel maintains intense vigilance over Iranian diplomacy and activities.Israeli security forces arrested two suspects linked to the Islamic State group in Daburiyya and Acre. Officials say the men pledged allegiance to the group and planned to travel abroad to receive terrorist instruction.Turning to Gaza, United States‑led talks on a stabilization force ended with few commitments. Attendees included forty‑five countries, but reports indicate that only Italy pledged to provide troops.Data from the Central Bureau of Statistics show a growing brain drain in Israeli academia, with more academics leaving the country since 2023 than returning. The trend is strongest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics and raises concerns about long‑term effects on research, innovation, and the economy.In media and politics, a dispute over access to coverage surrounds Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s upcoming trip to Washington. Journalists’ unions are pressing for press access on the Prime Minister’s official flight, arguing that public coverage depends on reporters traveling with him, while the Prime Minister’s Office has indicated reporters would travel independently where necessary due to seating and security considerations.In Gaza, Israeli forces uncovered weapons including Kalashnikov rifles, rocket‑propelled grenades, and Hamas surveillance gear during raids along the truce line. Several terrorist infrastructure sites were dismantled and soldiers said they eliminated armed militants posing immediate threats.On defense cooperation, Israel and the United States completed a major joint cyber training exercise designed to sharpen defenses against digital threats and deepen coordination between their militaries.Looking ahead, observers note continued debate over any Gaza arrangement. Israel has stressed that any agreement should include the disarmament of Hamas, while other regional and international actors weigh civilian protections and regional stability.Culture and international response continue to reflect the region’s enduring complexity. The Oscar international shortlist features several films addressing the Israeli–Palestinian conflict, underscoring sustained global interest in the region and its narratives.Beyond these particulars, Western governments are balancing support for Israeli security with concern for civilian impacts, while Iran maintains a stance that it will pursue its interests through diplomacy and pressure within the broader regional context.That is the situation as it stands this morning. We will continue to monitor and report 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/health-and-wellness/article-880543https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-880540https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/defense-news/article-880532https://worldisraelnews.com/u-s-led-talks-on-gaza-stabilization-force-end-with-few-commitments/https://www.ynetnews.com/article/hjsksgxxbghttps://www.timesofisrael.com/journalists-union-demands-netanyahu-allow-press-on-his-upcoming-flight-to-washington/https://www.timesofisrael.com/oscars-international-shortlist-features-3-films-on-israeli-palestinian-conflict/https://www.jpost.com/judaism/article-880536https://t.me/abualiexpress/110802https://t.me/ILtoday/16261https://t.me/Newss0nline/57596https://www.ynetnews.com/article/hyhnfblxzehttps://t.me/abualiexpress/110801https://t.me/newssil/183862https://t.me/newssil/183861https://t.me/newssil/183860https://t.me/newssil/183859https://t.me/newssil/183858https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2025/12/supporters-tunisias-saied-rally-amid-deepening-political-divisionshttps://t.me/ILtoday/16260https://www.jpost.com/international/article-880527https://t.me/newssil/183857https://www.israellycool.com/2025/12/17/unlikely-secret-fan-hash-tayeh/https://t.me/abualiexpress/...
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